Can QR Code-driven Incentives Solve Fashion’s Trillion-Dollar Waste Problem? This Company Thinks So…

Fashion still remains perhaps the biggest offender when it comes to waste and emissions generated by any given industry. Every year, 40 million tonnes of clothes find their way into landfills and third-world countries that are less than equipped to deal with this onslaught of wasted fabric. The solutions haven’t really matched up to the scale of problems either – thrifting still hasn’t made the impact that it promised to make, and brands are doing what they always do – using greenwashing to make their products look less wasteful than they already are. However, one company seems to be sitting on a potentially game-changing idea – incentivize users to slow down fashion by using a Technology platform leveraging unique QR Codes. SIXR is that app-based fashion technology platform that’s partnering with garment companies to provide meaningful incentives to end users to use their clothes for longer and to recycle them right and doing all this by using unique QR codes that will track the entire lifecycle of the garment from design and production to end of life or start of a new life.

Designer: SIXR Team

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Consumers buy the clothes through the SIXR app, wear them for their estimated life, and when their life cycle reaches its end, they scan the QR code that helps them return the garment to SIXR. Once the garment is returned to one of SIXR’s recycling partners, consumers get actual monetary rewards in the form of discounts on their next purchase. Using financial incentives instead of the ‘feel good’ factor of buying sustainable clothing, SIXR hopes to create a fashion recycling movement and a circular economy that sticks. SIXR and their recycling partners will ensure that the garments are put through a rigorous paradigm of Reduce, Reuse, Recyle, Refuse, Rethink and Repair which are the 6R’s from where the company got their name SIXR.

“We’re stuck in a linear apparel economy. Take->Make->Waste,” says Gagan Singh, CEO and Co-founder of SIXR going into details on how SIXR will solve the Trillion-Dollar fashion crisis. The problem with the linear flow of garments is that there’s a defined entry and exit, causing new raw materials to end up in landfills instead of being recycled. SIXR proposes a circular economy where material keeps traveling within the same loop multiple times instead of becoming waste. This reduces the waste problem, but it also reduces the creation problem that requires fresh resources and materials every single time.

The problem has a simple solution according to SIXR. Luigi Ferrara, Chair, Brookfield Sustainability Institute, George Brown College says “There’s truly no incentive for recycling clothes, which is why most people don’t do it. Moreover, even for the people who want to, there’s no fixed system for doing so. There’s no ‘waste bin’ for recycling fashion, and sure, some of us could go to the Salvation Army, but then again, there’s a lack of a financial incentive to just give away your clothes. SIXR’s business model has an effective fix for all those issues.”

Receive up to 12% of the garment’s cost as incentives, because good choices should be rewarded.

“Financial incentives work,” Gagan says, pointing out how the alcohol and soft drinks bottle industry sees a whopping 96% return rate. Copper, tin, and cast iron all see returns too, because of the financial incentive attached to them. SIXR brings that same incentive to clothes too, by allowing people to scan QR codes on their clothes to help activate a return process. Once the clothes are returned, people are given a financial reward in the form of discounts on their next purchase. This incentive drives the spirit of returning clothes after years of wearing them instead of simply discarding them or turning them into washcloths and rags.

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Vijay Thomas, early investor and Chair of the board of SIXR says” The ‘QR Code’ driven incentive model oversimplifies the genius of SIXR’s solution. SIXR will curate sustainable brands and sustainable product lines from mainstream brands and will work with them right from the design stage to help with making the garments as sustainable as possible with principles like multi use of garments, sustainable materials, ethical labor practices, transparent supply chain, reduce returns through digital try on and timeless fashion. This helps SIXR with not just getting the sustainable brands and products on their platform but since all the information will be encapsulated inside the QR code on each garment, it will help with sorting the apparel based on the fabric type, color and accessories, which is arguably the biggest problem with recycling garments. The QR codes help SIXR create a more organized inventory of returned clothes, which can then either be fixed and resold, or recycled much more efficiently into yarn for the next set of garments, helping plug both the creation and the waste segments of the linear economy, turning it into a circular one.”

The uniqueness of the SIXR solution lies in the fact that it’s managed to build out an entire fashion ecosystem around the problem. Thrifting is easy but it doesn’t take care of torn or old garments. Recycling is hard because consumers don’t know how to. Moreover, neither has the solid financial incentive that SIXR is promising. The company’s launching its app alongside its first garment, the SIXR ‘For Tomorrow’ hoodie. Buying the hoodie will set you on SIXR’s recycling journey as its platform expands to include other brands and garment styles in the future.

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Incredibly compact e-scooter folds into a laptop-sized suitcase for maximum mobility

Personal mobility devices such as e-scooters, hoverboards, and the like have risen in popularity in recent years. This new breed of transportation is empowering commuters, adventurers, and all sorts of travelers to go the distance with more flexibility, versatility, and style. Electric scooters, in particular, combine the best traits of personal mobility when it comes to freedom of movement and reliability, but it feels that they still fall short of that last leg of the journey that you need to take on foot and force you to leave your precious metal steed behind. Whether it’s for security or convenience, you no longer have to chain down your e-scooter in some exposed parking space, thanks to an ingenious design that lets you fold the vehicle into something you can actually store in your bag.

Designer: SMZ, inc.

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If you presumed this would be similar to the folding non-electric bikes already in the market, not only are you way off base, you aren’t giving enough room for your imagination to breathe either. After all, most e-scooters already fold their stems down to their decks to save space, but that doesn’t make them any less cumbersome to take with you anywhere. The Arma Scooter’s ground-breaking innovation is more like Transformers, turning a tall, two-wheeled vehicle into a compact box that you can carry like a suitcase or stow away in your bag.

This kind of shape-changing ability solves many of the remaining problems owners have with their regular e-scooters. You no longer have to worry about parking space or security because you can always bring your scooter with you. And those parts of a journey where you’re not allowed to ride on wheels? You can simply fold down the e-scooter and walk. Wherever you go, the Arma Scooter goes with you, whether you’re riding on it or carrying it, and letting you switch between the two in just 30 seconds.

Given its foldable design and lightweight body, weighing only around 10lbs (4.5kg) in its first prototype, you might be concerned that the Arma Scooter won’t take you that far on wheels. It couldn’t be farther from the truth, though, thanks to a range of around 7 miles (11 km) with its 36V battery and 250W motor. The batteries, which charge to full via USB-C in just 2 hours, can be swapped easily so you can keep on riding as long you have juice in those spare packs.

The Arma Scooter is more than just an engineering and design marvel, it’s also a testament to the qualities that made Japanese craftsmanship famed within the automotive industry. The meticulous attention to every detail and the dedication to quality and reliability come together to craft not just an innovative device but also a unique experience that aims to be the epitome of mobile excellence. Whether you’re riding for fun or trying to escape the stress of daily commutes, this mind-blowing foldable e-scooter gives you the freedom to go anywhere with the peace of mind that your traveling companion will always be with you wherever you go.

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Sunglasses with real glass lenses deliver unparalleled clarity and protection

It might sound like an oxymoron, but your run-of-the-mill sunglasses don’t actually use glass. To comply with certain legal regulations, “shades,” as we sometimes call them, have to use plastic or resin materials that are more resilient but have poorer optical quality. That’s true even for those expensive sunglasses, which will probably make you feel a bit cheated, especially when you notice how unclear your vision behind these plastics really is. Thankfully, the optics industry has reached a point where we can have the best of both worlds of durability and optical clarity, creating the industry’s first modern sunglasses made from actual glass, designed to deliver clarity, comfort, and protection to your eyes with an accessible price point.

Designer: Ilija Melentijevic, PhD (founder of Kolari Vision)

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These ‘plastic’ and ‘resin’ lenses come with a lot of responsibilities, given the fact that they’re tasked with protecting your eyesight. When you wear tinted sunglasses outdoors, your pupils dilate to let more light in – which effectively also exposes your eyes to more harmful rays… and while most lenses will block out UV rays, current sunglasses (even the expensive ones) aren’t designed to block infrared light from hitting your retina. It’s ironic that you can find IR-blocking lenses for your expensive cameras… but not for the most priceless camera we have: our eyes.

Enter Kolari Shades, a pair of sunglasses that is shaking up the market by bringing the highest-quality materials to a product you can actually afford. Harnessing more than a decade of experience in the photography space, Kolari brings a new kind of lens that is actually made of glass, providing the optical clarity that your eyes need all the time, whether you’re wearing sunglasses or not. But it’s not just plain glass, either, but the same ultra-strong Corning Gorilla Glass that has been protecting smartphone displays for years. And with 51 layers of anti-reflective and anti-smudge coating, your new premium specs are protected against scratches, dirt, dust, and more. Plus, it’s easy to clean the smudges off, too!

Kolari Shades are truly color-neutral and protect your eyes from all damaging wavelengths of light.

But while Kolari Shades’ glass lenses provide extra-clear vision, it doesn’t forget the protection that sunglasses are expected to bring. In fact, it levels up this aspect by blocking not only high-energy UV light but also low-energy infrared, both of which can be harmful to your sensitive eyes. It can even protect your privacy by blocking security cameras that use IR for face recognition. And it brings this superior protection without turning your world into a dreary shade of gray or brown. By using color-neutral coatings, you can stop worrying about those harmful and blinding rays and continue enjoying the world in full color.

Preserve your anonymity — Kolari Shades block infrared-based facial recognition systems.

Corning Gorilla Glass and titanium frames make the Kolari Shades extra tough.

The best part about the Kolari Shades is their affordable price tag, even though Kolari Shades are more costly to manufacture because of the premium materials used in the frames and lenses. It’s significantly less than luxury sunglasses that use plastic lenses, offer poorer optical quality, and strain your eyes in the long run. Why settle for plastic products that harm rather than protect your eyes when you can enjoy the optical quality that real glass lenses have to offer? With the Kolari Shades, you can enjoy durability, clarity, and protection in stylish sunglasses that don’t change the colors of your world.

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Thinking of buying the Galaxy S24? TORRAS made a stunning 9H hardness Screen Protector to go with it

Almost like clockwork after CES wrapped up, Samsung took the stage to debut all their new products. New Year New Gear, people say… and it seems like Samsung is prepared to equip all Android lovers with their next smartphone – the Galaxy S24 and S24 Ultra. However, with great phones come great responsibilities, and that means ensuring your cutting-edge smartphone is shielded by some cutting-edge cases, covers, and clear screen protectors. It’s a good thing the folks at TORRAS came well prepared too, especially after a pretty exhaustive CES (where they built a 15-foot clear phone stand case as a part of their booth). Lining up perfectly with Samsung’s Unveiled event, TORRAS has announced two new products – the Diamond Shield Screen Protector with a game-changing 9H on the hardness scale and 3-step easy setup, and their iconic O Stand case, which gives your smartphone its dedicated grip-stand for easier, ergonomic, and hands-free use.

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Installation of screen protectors has often been a tedious task, but the Diamond Shield changes this narrative. Designed with a 3-step setup process, it ensures a perfect, bubble-free fit in just 15 seconds. This ease of installation is facilitated by the Tora-Airfree molecular glue technology. This adhesive, paired with the protector’s plastic armature, ensures a seamless application while maintaining the sensitivity and responsiveness of the touchscreen – an essential feature for the interactive experience of the Galaxy S24 series, especially for features like fingerprint scanning and S Pen usage.

The cornerstone of the Diamond Shield’s effectiveness lies in its exceptional hardness, rated at 9H on the Mohs scale. This level of hardness is achieved through the innovative Tora-CRC strengthening process. All that technical jargon aside, the Diamond Shield screen protector’s incredibly high hardness rating means it can easily fend off everything from being dropped on gravel or even having to deal with keys and cables scratching against your phone inside your pocket or laptop bag. The 9H rating makes the Diamond Shield 3x stronger than standard tempered glass, giving your premium smartphone the premium protection it deserves. Beyond protection, the Diamond Shield excels in preserving the visual fidelity of the Galaxy S24 series display. It guarantees 100% color accuracy, ensuring that users experience the screen’s original brilliance without any color deviation. This clarity is complemented by the protector’s ability to allow maximum light transmission, maintaining the display’s vividness and sharpness.

While durability and hardness are often the primary focus for a screen protector, the tactile experience hasn’t been overlooked either. The NanoScale pressure structure combined with the Tora-Silk coating technology provides a smooth, sleek oleophobic surface that repels fingerprints and reduces smudges. This technology ensures that the touch experience is as fluid and responsive as the device’s original screen, a crucial aspect for users who interact with their phones constantly throughout the day.

Alongside the Diamond Shield, TORRAS also unveiled the Galaxy S24 Series’ very own O Stand case. Following last year’s Ipsos report that put TORRAS at the forefront of the burgeoning phone stand trend, the O Stand for the Galaxy S24 is a slim yet protective cover for the phone that comes with its own built-in kickstand. The hollow circular ring is designed for comfortable holding and reducing forearm stress, a blessing for those endless scrolling sessions. Functionality wise, the O Stand doubles as a MagSafe stand and supports your phone in both portrait and landscape modes. Whether you’re video calling, watching a movie, or even using the S Pen remote control on your Samsung S24 Ultra, this stand has you covered.

What makes the O Stand special is its versatility. It supports angles from 0 to 120 degrees, ensuring that you always have the best view. And for those who prefer to keep their tech gear sleek and minimal, the O Stand’s design complements the sophisticated look of the Galaxy S24 series, while measuring a mere 2.5mm in thickness so that the stand folds flush into the phone case, leaving you with nothing except a slick, smooth luxurious surface that doesn’t add any bulk or weight to your new smartphone.

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World’s First AI-Powered Night-Vision Goggles give you Game-Changing 4K Vision in Ultra-low Light

Night vision technology has come a long way from its early military origins, now boasting better visibility, color reproduction, and clarity that goes beyond the grainy green images we’ve come to expect from action films in the 2000s… however, it fundamentally still relies on the same principles of using IR to help the human eye see in low light settings. What the AKASO Seemor does is game-changing, as it weaves AI magic into the entire process. While regular night vision goggles purely rely on large sensors and heavy image processing, the AKASO Seemor uses an AI-driven ISP algorithm that detects objects and shapes, compares it to its vast database, and uses that information to enhance what you see. It’s perhaps the biggest leap in night-vision tech, representing the kind of game-changing leap from using regular Google Search to AI-powered search like Bard, ChatGPT, and Bing Chat.

Designer: AKASO

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Designed to look like a pair of high-end binoculars with a digital viewfinder on one end, the AKASO Seemor is equipped from the top to the bottom with some of the most cutting-edge night-vision tech consumers can buy. A large 1/1.79″ CMOS sensor gathers as much light data as it can to observe objects and environments, while all visual data gets passed through the Seemor’s cutting-edge AI-powered ISP (Image Signal Processor) to enhance everything it sees. The 4-megapixel sensor is capable of recording videos and images in 4K, reproducing up to 99% of the color in the scenery – something other night-vision goggles struggle with. A whopping 16x digital zoom lets you hone in on subjects as far as 500 meters (1640 feet) away, making the Seemor perfect for everyone from surveillance personnel to wildlife enthusiasts, night-time adventurers, and just overall lovers of great tech.

Ultra-low Light Full-color Night Vision

The AI chops are perhaps the Seemor’s most impressive accomplishment, as it effectively taps into rising tech trends to meaningfully make its own features better. The way the ISP works is remarkable, because it tries and identifies the things it sees by comparing them to its massive database. That information then helps the ISP do its magic, adding details and vivid colors to the scene and the objects within it, even in ultra-low light. The AI also aids with other features like scene enhancement and HDR color-grading to provide some impressive results.

Visuals from the Seemor are displayed on its dedicated 3-inch TFT display, allowing you to easily see up to 3280 feet away from you. The goggles offer 7 different infrared settings (for how dark your scene is), while letting you toggle between color and IR viewing modes. In the color mode, you’re treated with stunning vivid hues thanks to the Seemor’s ability to accurately represent 99% of the color in its scenes. This means flowers look vibrant, skies look distinct, and your environment looks exactly like it would in daylight – despite the lack of sufficient light.

The Seemor’s visual chops go beyond just enhancing low-light visuals. With its incredible visual range, the goggles let you see as far as 3280 feet (1 kilometer), although the 1640 foot mark (500 meters) is where you’ll be able to clearly view smaller subjects. Beyond mere observation, the Seemor goggles also excel in capturing what you see. They’re capable of 4K video and image capture, and come equipped with H.265 video encoding, ensuring high-definition image and video quality. Media gets saved onto an SD card within the Seemor, allowing your night goggles to have a storage of up to 512Gb. Aside from a removable SD card, the Seemor also sports removable 3200mAh batteries, letting you quickly swap out an old pair out for a new one to keep the party going (each Seemor comes with two batteries to ensure you’re always ready for what nature has in store for you). The batteries give the Seemor up to 4-hours of continuous use in IR mode, and 8 hours if you shift to color. A USB port lets you charge your Seemor directly too, further prolonging its life.

Priced at just $179, the Seemor sits at the perfect crossroad between amateur night-vision gear and cutting-edge military-grade tech. However, it vastly outperforms anything in its price category, thanks in part to its game-changing use of AI. Each Seemor also comes with its own dedicated AKASO Aura app that lets you remotely monitor and capture everything the goggles see. Just mount your Seemor on a tripod thanks to its threaded mount and you can wirelessly view and record media directly from your Seemor or even transfer photos and videos over its built-in 2.4G WiFi link. The AKASO Seemor begins shipping as early as February 2024.

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This MagSafe SSD doubles as PowerBank and USB-C Hub, Revolutionizing Storage Solutions for everyone

The MagDisk is a device that really shows how far technology has come. It brings together a MagSafe-compatible SSD, a power bank, and a USB-C hub, making it more than just another gadget. It shows that technology is getting more integrated, packing storage, power, and connectivity into one sleek package.

Designer: EON Electronics

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The MagDisk stands out due to its storage capacity, ranging from 512GB to an impressive 4TB, making it suitable for everyday users and avid content creators. However, its real strength lies in its speed – it can read and write data at speeds of up to 2,000MB/s, courtesy of USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 technology.

This feature is particularly beneficial for those who work with large files, such as video editors and photographers, as it significantly reduces data transfer times, allowing you to resume work sooner.

Pairing the MagDisk with the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max ensures ample storage and extra battery life when needed. As an iPhone user for over a decade, I’ve witnessed its evolution into a powerful tool for content creators worldwide. The iPhone 15 series sets a new standard with its 48MP camera, marking a significant stride in mobile photography.

In addition to its impressive photo capabilities, the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max stand out in video capture, thanks to Apple Log and ACES (Academy Color Encoding System). ACES, a global color standard used in major films, provides unrivaled color accuracy to smartphone videography, rivaling professional equipment. Apple Log further enhances this by capturing a broader color spectrum, producing videos with balanced High Dynamic Range (HDR) and rich details. However, high-quality recording requires ample storage, and that’s where the MagDisk comes in. It pairs seamlessly with the latest iPhones, allowing users to capture high-resolution photos and videos, supported by fast and reliable storage. The MagDisk offers sufficient storage space for large video files. This ensures users can fully utilize the iPhone’s advanced video features without worrying about storage, paving the way for new possibilities in mobile content creation.

The MagDisk offers varying recording times depending on the model: 34 minutes on the 512GB drive, 69 minutes on the 1TB, 138 minutes on the 2TB, and 278 minutes on the 4TB version. Personally, I would choose the 4TB version to prevent running out of storage during crucial projects. The design of the MagDisk is both stylish and practical. Made from a rugged aluminum alloy, it’s strong but not heavy and resists corrosion and UV damage. This means it’s built to last, whether you’re using it in a professional studio or out in the field.

The MagDisk is a versatile device that serves as a wireless power bank and is compatible with MagSafe. It has a 2400mAh capacity and Qi2 certification, making it faster and more efficient than traditional Qi wireless chargers. This feature significantly benefits anyone who relies on their devices all day, whether a busy parent or a professional videographer. The MagDisk is compatible with both Apple’s Find My and Android’s Find My Device networks. This allows users to track their devices using encrypted Bluetooth signals, ensuring that valuable data remains secure and accessible. This feature is handy for those who frequently travel for events and projects, where the risk of misplacing our devices is always present.

Another crucial feature of the MagDisk Pro is its Dynamic Thermal Guard technology. This feature maintains the device’s safe operating temperature, crucial for its high-speed performance and data-heavy tasks like 4K60 video recording. It protects the device and safeguards the stored data while keeping the surface temperature low. This adherence to the international safety standard IEC62368-1 ensures users won’t suffer from low-temperature burns during use.

It’s noteworthy that MagDisk also includes a genuine USB Type-C cable. This is significant because not all USB-C cables provide the same data transfer speed or charging rate. The company suggests using the provided cable to ensure the best performance and to prevent the device from being recognized.

In our technologically driven world, the integration of various tech advancements is key to making our lives easier. The MagDisk is a perfect example of this. Not only is it an excellent external hard drive, but it also seamlessly interfaces with other technologies like gaming consoles. Moreover, it offers interoperability between Android and iOS. The team recently announced that MagDisk now fully supports Android devices for external storage during filming. This is achieved through the use of apps like mcpro24, similar to the capabilities enjoyed by iPhone 15 Pro users.

In simple terms, the MagDisk is not just a new gadget on Kickstarter. It shows how technology is evolving and connecting us. It has various uses – storage, wireless charging, and easy tracking. As we keep adapting to new technology, devices like MagDisk will become standard in our daily lives, shaping our everyday use of technology.

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Tekto A3 Delta Tactical Knife with Forged Fiber Carbon Handle Exudes Power You Can Feel

A well-designed tool needs to do more than just get the job done. It needs to be able to keep up with your needs and your lifestyle, whether it’s working on crafts or surviving the outdoors. That’s especially true for tactical knives that you need to cut through any problem at hand, not only staying sharp but also staying steadfast, safe, and strong under any conditions, especially rough ones. Tekto has always taken great pride in its growing family of powerful tactical knives, but its latest variant of the A3 Delta really ups the ante by introducing a handle made with exceptional strength and lightness and a serrated blade with enhanced cutting power, delivering the confidence you need to face any mission or task.

Designer: Tekto

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The Tekto A3 Delta automatic folding knife has always been a powerhouse in the brand’s arsenal. Inspired by the indomitable spirit of the US military, the knife’s design and features evoke a sense of unrelenting performance even in the most demanding situations. And yet it isn’t just some brute tool but also an exemplary work of fine craftsmanship, perfectly balancing power and style to bring a sharp tool that delivers both confidence and comfort in every cut.

With a new handle made from forged fiber carbon, the A3 Delta takes that experience to the next level, utilizing a material famed for its durability as well as its lightness. Together with specially designed contours and strategically positioned jimping, this new Tekto A3 Delta variant guarantees an unparalleled grip and exceptional comfort, no matter how you’re holding the knife. Plus, it looks stunningly handsome, even and especially with its rugged aesthetic.

Of course, this folding knife is more than just a handsome face. Thanks to a serrated blade, the A3 Delta Forged Fiber Carbon edition offers even more cutting power, while the same titanium-coated D2 material ensures longevity and reliability to weather any task. And this sharp blade can quickly jump into action each and every time, thanks to Tekto’s signature folding automatic mechanism that makes each deployment swift and smooth.

Of course, with a powerful knife such as this, safety becomes an even more important consideration, and the Tekto A3 Delta definitely delivers. With a button lock and safety switch working in hand-in-hand, you can rest assured that the knife remains securely closed when you don’t need it. And when you see the crimson red indicator, you know that your trusty partner is ready to cut through your tasks in an instant. Strong, stylish, and safe, the Tekto A3 Delta with a new Forged Carbon Fiber handle raises the bar in what tactical knives can offer to bring not just the power you need but also the joy of having a well-designed tool in your hand.

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YASHICA 4K night vision binoculars open up a whole new world for you to explore

Unlike the daytime, people are split on what they think of the night. Some find solace in the rest that it offers, while others are wary of the dangers that lurk in the corners. The latter is mostly due to the uncertainty that the unknown brings to our minds, which is often associated with the dark of night. But nighttime as well as dark places are just as filled with treasures to discover, adventures to be experienced, and discoveries to be made, as long as you’re not stumbling in the dark, literally. Being able to see at night is often painted as a superpower, but you can actually gain that ability quite easily with today’s technologies. Harnessing decades of experience in optics and photography, YASHICA is opening the doors to new and exciting experiences with a pair of binoculars that brings the night to life in full color and stunning 4K quality.

Designer: YASHICA

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Catch every detail in 4K UHD

There have been cameras that can see in the dark of night for years now, but most of them fail to impress or captivate budding explorers. The majority can only see in green or monochrome hues, not to mention lack enough detail to really make you appreciate the wonderful world that the night holds. The YASHICA Vision easily sets itself apart from the crowd by breaking down these barriers to deliver a photography experience that’s truly out of this world, letting you see at night as if it were day.

YASHICA Vision reveals a radiant spectrum of colors, even under the most challenging lighting conditions.

With an impressive 0.0037lux sensitivity and F/1 wide lens aperture, the YASHICA Vision binoculars can take in as much light as they need to capture detailed, sharp, and high-resolution visuals. And thanks to advanced optics and a powerful CMOS sensor, these images won’t be stuck with a dozen shades of green or gray, painting the night in full color and creating a picture that you wouldn’t otherwise see with your naked eye. Best of all, you can record that picture or video in stunning 4K quality, leaving no detail unturned.

Clarity in complete darkness.

The YASHICA Vision further redefines night-time exploration with its remarkable aperture size of F/1. This feature is crucial as it allows for a higher light intake, especially under low-light conditions.

These qualities are more than enough for urban exploration, delving into creepy basements, or watching the coast in the dark of night, but the YASHICA Vision still has more to offer, especially for those who want to get close to nature in the dark. With the ability to see objects 600 meters away even in pitch darkness and a 3x optical zoom and 5x optical zoom, wildlife photography at night becomes not only possible but also safe and enjoyable. What’s even more impressive is that YASHICA Vision’s ability to see in full color is also made possible with the use of AI analyzing and understanding a vast amount of data to automatically improve the image by reducing noise, enhancing contrast, and compensating for light. This results in images with natural color reproduction and a higher dynamic range, even under low light and at low lux levels. There is almost literally nothing you can’t see in the dark, and the night becomes your playground rather than a source of fear and anxiety.

It might look like a pair of bulky binoculars, but the YASHICA Vision is a truly innovative photography device designed to accompany you on your nocturnal adventures. A 16-hour battery life and support for up to 512GB microSD cards promise very few downtimes as you go about your way in the dark. An intuitive and convenient binocular design allows users to have a comfortable and enjoyable time focusing on seeing instead of fumbling around the controls. Finally, a robust construction, an IP65 dust and water resistance rating, a built-in compass, and SOS guiding lights all mark the device as a reliable companion for your most daring exploits at night.

Whether you’re trying to discover what nature has to offer once the sun has set, trying to debunk urban legends and mysteries, or simply trying to enjoy the world after dark, the YASHICA Vision offers a ground-breaking tool that breaks wide open the doors to a whole new world filled with life, color, and wonders even in the dark of night.

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Revopoint RANGE 2 3D scanner makes short work of scanning large objects

3D scanning has traditionally been the domain of big production studios and companies because of the size of the equipment and their prohibitive costs. With the arrival of handheld scanners, however, the doors were thrown wide open for anyone in any field to make their own 3D models from real-world objects, whether it’s for fun, art, health, or profit.

Typical handheld 3D scanners work great when working with small objects that are no larger than the device itself. Of course, real-world objects like car parts, whole vehicles, and even human bodies are quite big and push these smaller scanners to the limit. Enter the new Revopont RANGE 2, the latest in a line of lightweight but powerful 3D scanners designed to handle large objects without breaking a sweat, making sure that your creativity and productivity aren’t limited by the size of your model.

Designer: Revopoint Team

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Revopoint RANGE 2 is a portable handheld dual depth camera structured infrared light 3D scanner designed for capturing large objects like furniture, people, and vehicles.

Because handheld 3D scanners work by guiding the depth cameras across and around the target, the devices need to be able to capture a great amount of detail with great depth quickly and steadily with accuracy and precision. That’s a rather tall order for a small device, especially one that is made to be accessible to both amateurs and pros alike, but Revopoint’s expertise really shines through with the upgrades that its RANGE 2 3D scanner packs in a compact and portable form. For example, thanks to new depth cameras that have double the sensor size, the Revopoint RANGE 2 can work on a distance ranging from 400 mm to 1,300 mm, a 60% increase that makes it even faster to capture large objects compared to the previous generation, and can scan an area up to 860 x 1380 mm in size.

Scan of the body by Revopoint RANGE 2. Image credit: PUTV

Range isn’t the only thing that’s bigger and better on the RANGE 2, of course. Four flash LEDs banish shadows for a more uniform color capture, while an improved RGB camera with a bigger aperture is able to capture more color information, ensuring clear color capture with higher levels of detail for more accurate textures and realistic-looking 3D models. An upgraded tracking system utilizes the device’s built-in 9-axis IMU (Inertial Measuring Unit) to keep the scan steady even if your hands aren’t. Four Infrared LED fill lights also make it easier to recognize markers, resulting in more accurate frame stitching in marker mode.

Angel Candelabra scanned with Revopoint RANGE 2. Image credit: dfodaro

Thanks to these powerful features, the Revopoint RANGE 2 is even more versatile and as flexible as before. With Wi-Fi 6 and USB-C connections, you can be assured that transmitting critical data will be fast and stable. As before, the scanner is compatible with Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS devices, functioning in handheld mode or set on a stand in front of a turntable. And with the Revo Scan 5 software, the scanning process couldn’t be easier, especially with post-processing features, such as frame editing, hole filling, overlap detection, etc, to enhance your workflow.

With the Revopoint RANGE 2 3D scanner, you have a whole new world of large objects you will be able to scan. You can easily scan car or mechanical parts, offering a cost-effective and high-performance way to study them through reverse engineering or produce replacements. Archaeologists, scientists, and museum creators can now also digitize artifacts to preserve them for posterity or turn them into XR experiences. And, of course, artists and creators now have a portable yet powerful tool to bring their ideas to life. Scanning big objects for your big projects will no longer be a problem with the new and improved Revopoint RANGE 2!

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DON’T buy Apple’s MagSafe Wallet… This one is MUCH better and it’s half the price

I’ve always believed that tech giants are great at making devices… not accessories. You’re much better off buying an iPhone case from Spigen, hubs from Satechi, and charging gear from Anker rather than directly from Apple, Google, or Samsung. Third-party designers and makers usually take creativity and innovation much more seriously than the large companies driven by profit, which is why I’d never recommend buying a MagSafe wallet from Apple. The DuoFlip, on the other hand, is exactly the same size but is vastly better in comparison. It too holds two cards, but with a unique flippable mechanism that lets you make a card of your choice face outwards. This is great for easy-access, but also makes the DuoFlip perfect for tapping on POS devices and RFID readers without needing to take the card out of your wallet. The two cards sit in individual pockets, separated by an RFID-blocking liner. That means only the card that’s facing outside gets tapped during payments or access approval. Moreover, one of the card slots comes with a clear window, making it perfect for storing ID cards. Plus, if all that wasn’t enough to convince you, the flipping mechanism can also be used as a kickstand, giving you the ability to prop-up your phone in landscape or in portrait modes.

Designer: Stella Chang Chien of SleekStrip

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Sure, the DuoFlip presents a great alternative to Apple’s MagSafe Wallet, but take it out of Apple’s shadow and you see that it’s a pretty nifty design on its own too. It solves the problem of needing to dig around in your pockets or bag for cards, and eliminates the need for a second card to hang around your neck if your workplace demands it. The two cards slide right into the DuoFlip which snaps satisfyingly onto the back of your MagSafe-capable iPhone (or any phone with the MagSafe sticker).

Flipping between cards is easy to the point of being addictive. The magnets inside the DuoFlip offer just the right amount of resistance that allows you to flip sides in under a second. The two sides have their distinct advantages. One is completely opaque, making it perfect for payment cards, while the other one comes with a clear window that’s well-suited for ID cards. Place your cards in and you’re ready to go. The card that’s facing outwards can be used to tap on terminals, whether they’re for making payments or for registering access/entry. A liner in the middle blocks the hidden card from being read, so there’s never an accidental tap of the wrong card.

Moreover, flip the ‘flap’ halfway and it doubles as a nifty stand for your phone. Sure, it won’t rival an actual stand or tripod, but it’s honestly a perfect easter egg for the wallet, giving it a great added feature that everyone’s sure to love… and people with Apple MagSafe wallets are sure to miss…

The DuoFlip has a sleek, slim design, which means it’s easy to slide into your pocket along with your phone. However, if you’d like to have the wallet more accessible, the folks at SleekStrip also designed a lanyard that attaches to the DuoFlip, letting you wear it around your neck like your standard lanyard ID. Keep the windowed card facing outwards for ease-of-use, but the second you step out for a meal or a quick coffee, flip to the payment card to make quick tap payments.

The adjustable-length lanyard can be used with the DuoFlip wallet, or even your phone thanks to a quick attachment that sandwiches itself between your phone and case. Although I probably wouldn’t want to wear my phone around my neck, that’s an option available to people who want their smart devices to be even more accessible than being right in their pockets or as crossbody.

Each DuoFlip wallet comes crafted from vegan leather, with a plastic back that houses the wallet’s N52 rare-earth magnets in the MagSafe array. A proprietary 6-layer anti-interference partition sits between both cards, allowing for accurate tapping every time, and the wallet’s flipping mechanism is tested to last over 100,000 flips (that’s 27 years worth of flips if you flip 10 times every day).

The wallet comes in black, brown, and gray color variants, and starts at a discounted $28… that’s less than half the price of Apple’s $59 MagSafe Wallet.

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