These New Biomaterials Can Help Decarbonize Fashion and Construction
Designers are imagining a future where bacteria powers both clothing and cement—and their ideas are coming to a shop near you......»»
"Queering technology": Meta"s mixed reality drag show blends VR, design, and fashion
Fashion has jumped into the digital world with aplomb: an entire fashion week took place in the metaverse earlier this year; meanwhile, brands like Gucci have created wearables that can only be worn in a virtual state. The list goes on. The industry.....»»
Crosby Studios and Zero10 launch fashion pop-up that lets people "try on" virtual clothes
Design firm Crosby Studios has teamed up with augmented reality technology company Zero10 for a pop-up store in Manhattan that aims to provide a virtual retail experience. Read more Design firm Crosby Studios has teamed up with augmented rea.....»»
Crosby Studio and Zero10 launch fashion pop-up that lets people "try on" virtual clothes
Design firm Crosby Studios has teamed up with augmented reality technology company Zero10 for a pop-up store in Manhattan that aims to provide a virtual retail experience. Read more Design firm Crosby Studios has teamed up with augmented rea.....»»
SK Hynix to break ground for new memory fab in October
SK Hynix has disclosed plans to break ground in October for a new memory fab in South Korea, with construction scheduled to complete in early 2025......»»
Generation Z members say they want sustainable clothes but buy fast fashion instead, research says
Generation Z members say they want their clothes to be sustainable but still regularly buy fast fashion, demonstrating a "clear gap" between ideals and practice, new research shows......»»
InP epi-wafer demand promising for niche-market applications
InP-based epitaxial wafer demand will be promising for niche-market applications, particularly optical communication uses bolstered by continuous construction of large-size datacenters and ever-increasing demand for cloud services. Taiwan's epi-wafer.....»»
The story of evolution written in phosphorus
Phosphorus is one of the elements that is crucial for the construction of organisms and their metabolism. Its cycle across the environments is also one of the best understood. However, it occurred to the Czech paleontologists Peter Kraft and Michal M.....»»
No gimmicks, no problems: The low-fuss, reasonably priced e-bike
The Velotric Discovery 1 isn't about looks or performance, but it's a fine e-bike. Enlarge / Nothing fancy, but solid construction and lots of bonuses like fenders and a rack. (credit: John TImmer) As someone who's not a car p.....»»
Crime blotter: 24 months for iPhone fraud conspirator
In the latest Apple Crime Blotter, a YouTuber goes to great lengths to retrieve AirPods, multiple Apple Store thefts occur in Newcastle, and AirTags help to recover stolen construction material.The Apple Store in Newcastle The latest in an occasional.....»»
Poopy lettuce at Wendy’s still prime suspect in outbreak that just doubled
Wendy's has already pulled the suspect lettuce from its burgers and sandwiches. Enlarge / A Wendy's old-fashion burger. Romaine lettuce on Wendy's burgers is thought to be the cause of the outbreak. (credit: Getty | Francis Dean).....»»
US DOJ prepping antitrust case against Apple
An anti-trust lawsuit from the Department of Justice is reportedly in the early stages of construction, further amping up the government's efforts to rein in Apple.Apple AirTagsThe US Department of Justice suit is reportedly largely focused on compla.....»»
Will Banana Republic ever be forced to change its name?
As many companies have changed their names in response to customer outrage, one of the country’s most popular fashion brands has continued to use its branding with little pushback. Why? The last two-plus years have seen a broad reckoning for c.....»»
From Supreme to J.Crew: Brendon Babenzien chases the post fast-fashion aesthetic
Brendon Babenzien, the former Supreme designer and founder of Noah, has spent 30 years creating American style designed to stand the test of time. He now brings this vision to J.Crew. At first blush, Supreme and J.Crew would seem to have little in c.....»»
How modular buildings can help tackle the global housing crisis
Modular architecture has a bad reputation for being cookie-cutter and soulless. Architect Eva Talbot is here to dispel the myth. Eva Talbot is an architect and U.S. product director for Modulous, a construction technology firm creating the first glob.....»»
Noise pollution is hurting animals, and we don"t even know how much
From construction projects to busy roads, airplanes and railways, human noise is everywhere. It is an invisible cause of stress, posing serious risks to human health and well-being. However, noise also harms animals living in close contact with human.....»»
Motorola’s Next US Phone is Another Edge, Not the New Razr
Motorola unwrapped its new phone for the US today, and in somewhat confusing fashion, it isn’t the new Razr that was just unveiled in China. Instead, we’re getting another Motorola Edge phone, though not the top tier version because we go.....»»
They built their businesses on Instagram. Then the platform changed
After losing her construction job early in the pandemic, Kaitlin Tokar decided to try selling some of her vintage furniture and housewares collection on Instagram......»»
Carvana "vending machine" proposed for suburban Detroit
Should the estimated $15 million investment obtain the needed approvals, the company is targeting a construction start in late 2023 or early 2024 with completion 10 months later......»»
Test chamber for NASA"s new cosmic mapmaker makes dramatic entrance
After three years of design and construction, a monthlong boat ride across the Pacific Ocean, and a lift from a 30-ton crane, the customized test chamber for NASA's upcoming SPHEREx mission has finally reached its destination at Caltech's Cahill Cent.....»»
ZAGG launches Rugged Pro Connect iPad keyboard case for healthcare, construction, kids
ZAGG is out today with a highly durable keyboard case for the 10.2-inch iPad. The Rugged Pro Connect is a water-resistant, wipeable keyboard case with full protection for whatever you throw at it. While it’s aimed at the healthcare industry it als.....»»