Technology

WakaWaka Lights Up Campsites & Developing World

There are many solar and lighting options in the outdoors. WakaWaka’s solution addresses a serious problem in the developing world.

Written by Christophe Noel July 02, 2018

Can Aaptiv’s Big-Name Funding Make It the ‘Netflix of Fitness’?

Aaptiv claims the title of No. 1 fitness audio app. And Amazon and Disney just pumped $22 million into this sound machine.

Written by Julie Kailus June 22, 2018

‘Bivystick’ Turns Your Smartphone Into a Satellite Messenger

Connect Bivystick to your phone and send and receive texts via satellite from anywhere on Earth.

Written by Christophe Noel June 21, 2018

The iPhone Night Vision Hack Every Adventurer Needs

If you own an iPhone, there’s a very simple way to make the device much better for night use to maintain low-light vision.

Written by Sean McCoy June 19, 2018

Brew, Blend, Shine: Multitool Mug Does It All

Brew coffee, blend a margarita, even zap bugs. The Cauldryn Fyre V2 totally reimagines the travel bottle.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 19, 2018

Reverse-Engineered Bee Fibers Might Waterproof Your Next Tent

It’s no secret that the outdoor industry still uses toxic chemicals to make products repel water and muck. But one bee-focused biotech startup hopes to…

Written by Julie Kailus June 18, 2018

6 Unlikely ‘Boosts’ to Outdoor Innovation

One company turns cork into a weatherproof coat. Another product can be traced to the U.S. Army Ballistic Research Center. These six outdoor innovations have…

Written by Peter Reese June 15, 2018

Hot Wheels, GoPro Launch POV Toy Car

Plunge, twist, and loop-the-loop — now you can ride along in your favorite Hot Wheels car!

Written by Bryon Dorr June 12, 2018

Hiking, Yoga & More: The Apple Watch Update for Athletes

New workouts, activity challenges, pace-setting, and more – the upcoming Apple Watch update offers a suite of new features for active and outdoor users.

Written by Julie Kailus June 12, 2018

First Look: NordicTrack’s iFit-Powered Smart Rower

Row, row, row your iFit-enabled, workout-streaming home-gym boat.

Written by Dean Stattmann June 11, 2018

Kids’ Fitbit Completes Family Fitness Watch Package

Fitbit fitness watches have encouraged adults to stay active. With the Ace, kids have a new way to play with the pack.

Written by Julie Kailus June 11, 2018

End of an Era: Canon Discontinues Film Cameras

Goodbye dark rooms, enlargers, spools, and funny-smelling chemicals. Canon’s final film camera is no more.

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 31, 2018

Scoot Commute: Citywide e‑Scooters Hit US

Kick, kick, full throttle — Lime’s new electric scooter-share just hit Denver’s city streets. So I hopped on to see how it works.

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 30, 2018

Gearo: Shop Virtual Aisles for Outdoor Rentals

Gearo, an online outdoor gear-rental marketplace, soft-launched this week. Founder Justine Barone said her startup was ‘born out of the idea to make outdoor rental gear…

Written by Julie Kailus May 29, 2018

Russian Brand Releases ‘Tesla’ Solar iPhone X

The just-released iPhone X Tesla by Caviar has a solar panel on back for always-on charging and a Tesla-like logo for brand association.

Written by Stephen Regenold May 20, 2018

GoPro Rockets: Watch Homemade Experiments Blast Off

Witness the power of experimental rockets as part of the Intercollegiate Rocket Competition. GoPros captured liftoffs, flights, and the occasional crash!

Written by GJ Staff May 18, 2018

Land Rover Builds a Phone Fit for the Outdoors

The vehicle brand has a phone offering new this spring. And like its famous trucks the phone is made to handle rugged terrain outdoors.

Written by Stephen Regenold May 18, 2018

Thundrblades: Electric Skates Throttle Your Feet 25 MPH

Get your cutoff jean shorts and wrist guards ready. Thundrblades introduces electric, carbon fiber, glow-in-the-dark inline skates.

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 17, 2018

I Shot a Feature Film on a Pocket-Size Camera: Here’s How

You can do a lot with a very little camera. My film, ‘The Snowman Trek,’ hits the big screen today, and I shot it all…

Written by Ben Clark May 17, 2018

The Garmin Descent Mk1 Is Perfect for Spearfishing: Here’s Why

The Garmin Descent Mk1 is a fully capable GPS-enhanced dive computer with the added functionality of Fenix 5’s everyday lifestyle activity tracking.

Written by Morgan Mason May 16, 2018

Next-Gen Headlamp Is a Silicone Strap

A cult favorite in the bike industry, Knog enters the outdoors and camping markets with a multifunctional, mono-chassis headlamp. Meet the Bandicoot.

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 15, 2018

First Look: SPOT X 2-Way Satellite Messenger

The SPOT X can send and receive messages through satellites from nearly anywhere in the world. We got a beta version in our hands for…

Written by Sean McCoy May 10, 2018

Foot-Mapped Custom Insoles: Superfeet ME3D Review

Superfeet worked with HP to create fully custom, supportive, and flexible insoles. After getting my feet scanned and gait measured, I tested the ME3D insoles…

Written by Seiji Ishii May 08, 2018

Ultralight inReach: Garmin Releases ‘Mini’ Sat-Comm

Off-grid messaging, backcountry navigation, and 24/7 SOS capability: Garmin packs all of inReach’s features into its half-size Mini.

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 07, 2018

Nat Geo Explorer Mike Libecki’s Favorite Gear

From SUPing with polar bears to riding an inflatable pizza slice off a 300-foot iceberg, National Geographic Explorer Mike Libecki has a unique relationship with…

Written by Mike Libecki April 12, 2018

Tiny Device Turns Your Phone Into A Satellite Messenger

Upstart brand Somewear aims to provide an off-grid, two-way satellite communications device for the ultralight backcountry adventurer.

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 05, 2018

Goodyear’s Living Tire of Moss Aims to Clean Air

Goodyear unveiled the Oxygene tire concept at the 2018 Geneva International Motor Show. Meet the moss-filled tire that aims to clean the air as it…

Written by Bryon Dorr March 20, 2018

Sunglasses Without Arms Are Surprisingly Awesome

A new brand called Ombraz this week launches sunglasses without “sidearms.” They are very unique, and we received a sample to put them to the…

Written by Sean McCoy March 17, 2018

Fitbit Versa: ‘Holistic’ Smartwatch App Tracks Menses

Fitbit launches the Versa, its lightest smartwatch and the first Fitbit equipped with period-tracking technology for a ‘holistic picture’ of fitness.

Written by Alex Kirk March 14, 2018

Alexa for Outdoors: Vail Resorts Launches ‘Emma’ Digital Mountain Assistant

Snow conditions, wait times, even dinner recommendations, Emma will help plan Vail Resorts visits anytime via text message.

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 13, 2018

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