Technology

Goal Zero Camp Lantern Provides Light, Built-In Charging Station

This lantern can light up your campsite and power up your phone.

Written by Sean McCoy April 17, 2014

‘Rugged’ Olympus TG-850 Camera Takes Licking, Keeps Clicking Great Photos

This is a solid point-and-shoot that can handle nasty weather, is easy to use and gives experienced photographers access to useful manual controls.

Written by Sean McCoy April 14, 2014

Up-Side-Down, Ground-Breaking (Expensive!) New RockShox Suspension

RockShox reinvents the inverted mtb fork and rethinks the whole front end while they are at it. Here’s a first look at the hottest new…

Written by T.C. Worley April 08, 2014

Bike On A Globe: 6-Camera GoPro Setup Yields Crazy Results

This video appears to take place on a tiny planet. The time-lapse is so surreal it made me laugh to myself.

Written by Sean McCoy April 02, 2014

Choose-Your-Own Adventure… Navigate ‘Virtual World’ Via Google Maps

Some of the most beautiful views from all over the world (at your desk).

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling March 27, 2014

A Watch That Can Charge Your Phone

The new solar charger is so small it’s worn on the wrist.

Written by Sean McCoy March 17, 2014

Camera On Bike Watches Your Back, Records Bad Drivers

This small, seat-post mounted camera/tail-light combo records behind you while you ride.

Written by Sean McCoy February 12, 2014

Hate To Shovel? Plow In Your Pajamas With Remote Controlled Robot

This 400-pound plow is a new, expensive alternative to a neighbor kid.

Written by Sean McCoy February 10, 2014

Shimano Has Tiny ‘Action Camera’ Coming This Spring, Made For Bike Market

You know Shimano for its bike parts. Today, it announced entry into the camera market.

Written by Stephen Regenold February 03, 2014

First Look: ‘Budget’ GPS Watch From Suunto (soon coming to market)

To-be-released watch has most of the features of its higher-price siblings, costs a margin less.

Written by Sean McCoy January 31, 2014

Review: All-Weather, Waterproof ‘Changeable Lens’ Rugged Camera

Nikon’s new waterproof and shockproof camera gives photographers creative control and rugged peace of mind.

Written by Cameron Martindell January 24, 2014

GoPro Camera Wins Emmy Award

Action camera company GoPro nabs an Emmy Award from the National Academy of Television Arts.

Written by Stephen Regenold January 16, 2014

iPhone Stun Gun Now A Reality

Phone case turns your iPhone into a taser. Yellow Jacket iPhone cases offer self-defense in the form of an electric shock stun gun.

Written by Sean McCoy January 15, 2014

Race Yourself (Or Zombies) With New ‘Google Glass’ Fitness App

A new “virtual reality fitness motivation” application for the to-be-released Google Glass allows you to literally Race Yourself.

Written by Sean McCoy January 14, 2014

Not Quite a Hoverboard, $1,300 Product Lets You ‘Fly’ on One Wheel

It doesn’t fly, but the inventors claim the sensation of a hoverboard. For more than a grand, this ought to be one sweet one-wheeled skateboard.

Written by Sean McCoy January 13, 2014

Satellite GPS Messenger Test: SPOT Gen3

SPOT gives off-grid tracking, emergency connection in a device the size of a hockey puck.

Written by Sean McCoy December 26, 2013

Video: Incredible Footage Of GoPro Camera Flying To Space

A man tethered cameras to a weather balloon and launched it into the stratosphere.

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling December 19, 2013

First Look: PrimaLoft Launches Down/Synthetic Jacket Insulation For 2014

Next year PrimaLoft marries down and synthetic insulation. We got the first test.

Written by Sean McCoy December 19, 2013

Bluetooth ‘Cylinder Of Sound’ Offers Music Anywhere Outdoors

Five-watt speakers and a bass port give the volume potential to fill a campsite with music.

Written by Stephen Regenold December 19, 2013

Camera Brings ‘Clone’ To War Of POV’s

A new camera from Drift Innovation allows videographers to control multiple cameras wirelessly from a single remote control with ‘clone mode’ – but will that…

Written by Sean McCoy December 09, 2013

Heated Gloves To Helmet ‘Crash Sensor’ In Gadget Gift Guide

These ten gadgets and electronic goods will please the technophile who loves the outdoors. Consider putting them on a holiday gift list this year!

Written by Stephen Regenold December 09, 2013

First Look: Premium, Programmable Action Camera From V.I.O.

A high-end, highly-modular camera comes in configurations for use outdoors, plugged into a notebook computer via USB, or even tethered to a circuit board.

Written by Stephen Regenold November 29, 2013

Tiny SPOT GPS Unit Serves As ‘Anti-Theft Satellite Tracker’

Spot LLC is known for its satellite messenger products, which are used mainly in wilderness settings. A new product this month from the brand takes…

Written by Stephen Regenold November 18, 2013

Magnetic ‘Ball-In-Socket’ Dashboard Mount For Tablet Or Phone

A new car mount uses magnetism for easy access to devices for navigation and music apps while keeping hands free for more important things, like…

Written by Stephen Regenold November 17, 2013

Gift Guide: 7 ‘Tough’ Cameras

Take photos in the rain, snow, under water or during a plunge from outer space. These seven cameras will make a great holiday gift for…

Written by Sean McCoy November 14, 2013

$200+ Flashlight System For Land And Sea

A new U.S.-made flashlight system from Light & Motion uses multiple heads to switch light for various situations from deep in the ocean to the…

Written by Sean McCoy November 12, 2013

First Look: Columbia 2014 Jacket Made With Special ‘TurboDown’ Insulation

We got the scoop on a new type of puffy jacket insulation that Columbia Sportswear will market as “down on steroids.”

Written by Stephen Regenold November 12, 2013

Retro Camera To Photograph Retro Clothes, Bike, Daypack…

Nikon’s new Digital SLR has the body of an old-school film camera with the high-tech guts of one of the company’s flagship pro models.

Written by Sean McCoy November 06, 2013

Camera Cowboy: Peak Design CapturePRO Review

After spending 10 years as a newspaper photographer, I’m always on the lookout for innovative ways to carry a camera…

Written by Sean McCoy November 06, 2013

Future Gear! Peek Inside The North Face Products Lab

We traveled to The North Face’s headquarters this month for a look inside the company’s R&D lab. Here are six innovations that caught our eye,…

Written by Stephen Regenold October 24, 2013

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