Designed

Nintendo “Development is going to be chaos.” That was the reaction of Takahiro Takayama, lead physics engineer on The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, when he saw the first prototypes for two of the game’s abilities: Ultrahand and Fuse. The seasoned engineer, who led the physics system on The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, as well, knew that this type of physics system was uncharted territory. “The more I thought, the more I worried,” he explained during a panel at 2024’s Game Developers Conference (GDC).…

Our top 8 picks include LG washing machines with cutting-edge technology and user-centric design. With our picks, you can herald a new era in laundry care - whether it is for powerful stain removal capabilities to energy-efficient operations, each selection promises an exceptional experience. Modern day washing machines are crafted with precision engineering and a commitment to excellence. Owing to these advancements, LG automatic washing machines can integrate seamlessly into…

Amidst Samsung’s recent announcement of Galaxy Ring at MWC 2024, reports have surfaced regarding Apple‘s venture into the product category. The Cupertino-based giant captured people’s attention to the virtual reality space with its spatial computing device, the Apple Vision Pro. Apple is now reportedly working on its SmartRing. Initial hints emerged last year from patent filings related to finger-worn wearables. Although not much was known about the product at that point. However, thanks to recent revelations by yeux1122…

Bike maker Aventon is rolling into new territory with a high-performance hardtail eMTB that features the company's brand-new high-torque A100 mid-drive motor for the promise of a "smooth and thrilling ride on any terrain."Zipping down dusty trails at speed is great fun whether you're riding with or without motor assist, but when faced with a challenging incline, ebikers could have the advantage – so long as the motor is up to the task.Though Aventon's new mid-drive motor is rated for 250 watts of sustained power, it can…

In 2024, the thought of using a CD or DVD on your Mac feels like living in the past. Yet, there are times when you need to pop one into an optical drive, and that’s where the Apple SuperDrive comes in. With so many options available on Amazon, does Apple’s gorgeous design do enough to warrant its $79 price tag?Apple SuperDrive: Price and availability(Image credit: Future)The Apple SuperDrive is available directly from your local Apple Store or the Apple Store Online. The CD/DVD drive costs $79 and comes in silver…

When it comes to products that we use in our daily lives, would you ever think that gender played a role in the way we use them? Interestingly enough, it does, and the problem is that we aren’t thinking enough about gender when we design products. From PPE kits to button-down shirts, women all over the world are struggling to use things that have been predominantly designed for men.Of course, all of this might seem oversimplistic, but there’s a popular phrase used in the product creation world called ‘Shrink it and pink…

After 13 long years, Remedy’s Alan Wake finally received a sequel, and it has been a success, managing to sell a million units by December 2023. Unlike its predecessor, Alan Wake 2 is a survival horror title with a mind-bending narrative and settings that are downright psychedelic at times. The creators of the game answered questions from fans in a Reddit AMA on February 27, and as one might expect, plenty wanted to know more about Initiation 4: We Sing. They got their answers from Nathalie Jankie, Marko Muikku, and…

Astroscale’s ADRAS-J spacecraft, a demonstration satellite that could inform future space junk cleanup efforts, is now in orbit after a successful launch from New Zealand on Sunday. The satellite was sent to space atop an Electron rocket from Rocket Lab. Its mission, which was selected by Japan’s space agency (JAXA) for Phase I of the Commercial Removal of Debris Demonstration program, will see ADRAS-J rendezvous with an old Japanese rocket upper stage that’s been in orbit since 2009.There it goes! 🛰️👋ADRAS-J is now in…

Most of us live in fear because we know that a day lost to distraction is often only a notification away. For this reason, I’m always on the lookout for new apps designed to keep us focused beyond just blocking and banning everything. Sure this works for some people but I just find it annoying and hate being treated like a naughty kid who can’t sit still (ironic given that’s essentially what I am).Focus is an app that works across your Apple devices to, as the name suggests, keep you focused. But I find the Apple Watch…

Very few of us probably actually enjoy cleaning. I, personally, enjoy having my home clean, but I find forcing myself to actually clean difficult. Interestingly, most Americans feel the same way. One poll of 2,000 people found that 51% view cleaning as incredibly stressful, especially around the holiday season. Almost half of the respondents said they would rather endure an hour-long awkward conversation.Sometimes, this aversion has to do with the design of our homes, rooms, and furniture. The Facebook group dedicates…