Flat-pack tubes draw on origami and bamboo for super strength

Tubular structures that fold flat for storage may not take up much room in that form, but they also tend not to be very strong when deployed. That isn’t a problem with an experimental new type of tube, that’s inspired by both origami and bamboo.Continu… Continue reading Flat-pack tubes draw on origami and bamboo for super strength

Origami bike rack snaps into cargo basket in milliseconds

Sometimes a bicycle commuter needs a big, old basket for carrying groceries or other everyday sundries. Sometimes a big, old basket is the last thing he or she needs. Sure, you’ll find plenty of bikes with modular basket solutions, but what if you don’… Continue reading Origami bike rack snaps into cargo basket in milliseconds

Micro-collapsible bike helmet packs flat, inflates in 30 seconds

Using a series of inflatable ribs, the all-new Ventete aH-1 bicycle helmet folds like an accordion when deflated to carry as easily as a laptop. When it’s time to saddle up, it inflates back into helmet form via an electric pocket pump in a matter of s… Continue reading Micro-collapsible bike helmet packs flat, inflates in 30 seconds

Multi-expander caravan explodes into six-man bushland base camp

South African trailer manufacturers aren’t shy about making campers that expand. In fact, they seem to prefer them … the more unusual, the better. Even knowing that, though, the all-new CX6 from Berg Off-Road packs a truly surprising amount of expans… Continue reading Multi-expander caravan explodes into six-man bushland base camp

Foldable grill brings smoky wood pellet flavor to off-grid RV camping

A slim, lightweight wood-fire or charcoal grill for go-anywhere searing is easy enough to find, but if you prefer the precise temperature control and smoke delivery of a pellet grill, your options become limited … not to forget bulky, heavy, and ofte… Continue reading Foldable grill brings smoky wood pellet flavor to off-grid RV camping

First OnePlus foldable flagship confirmed for US release

OnePlus, subsidiary of Chinese multinational Oppo, has announced its first challenger for the flagship foldable phone space, throwing down the gauntlet to more established rivals like Samsung and Google. The Open rocks a durable hinge, 2K 120-Hz OLED d… Continue reading First OnePlus foldable flagship confirmed for US release

Samsung takes the foldable fight to Motorola with the Galaxy Z Flip5

At today’s Galaxy Unpacked event, Samsung confirmed recent online rumors of a gapless hinge and large cover screen for the Flip5 foldable while also revealing its Fold5 stablemate, plus the latest Wear OS wrist candy and a new tablet series too.Continu… Continue reading Samsung takes the foldable fight to Motorola with the Galaxy Z Flip5

Honor’s Magic V2 is the thinnest and lightest foldable phone of them all

After joining the 200-megapixel club with the international launch of the Honor 90 smartphone, former Huawei sub-brand Honor is keeping up the momentum with the release in China of what’s billed as the thinnest and lightest book-style foldable smartpho… Continue reading Honor’s Magic V2 is the thinnest and lightest foldable phone of them all

Foldable Camp Couch hikes glamping comfort deep into the wild

There are already a few legit camping couches on the market, even after eliminating inflatables, multi-seat quad-fold benches and loungers, and indoor couches hauled to camp in a pickup truck. But the few we’ve seen, including the Snow Peak Campfield F… Continue reading Foldable Camp Couch hikes glamping comfort deep into the wild