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Don’t judge this yacht by its exterior — the inside rivals a luxury home

While the Ocean Emerald may not look like a typical superyacht at first, its design provides ample open, luxurious space.
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Combine travel with camping and creature comforts with a rented campervan

To cover more territory and enjoy the outdoors during your vacation without a motorhome, consider renting a campervan from Native Campervans.
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The best satellite phones

If you're going to travel, live, or work in remote areas with no cellular service, a satellite phone is crucial. Here's what to look for.
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Set Alexa free! Vaux portable speaker with dock mobilizes Amazon’s Echo Dot

The battery-operated Vaux combination speaker and dock for the Echo Dot untethers the Alexa device from AC power.
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Amazon may start producing clothing on-demand with patented factory

Amazon's recent patent approval for an on-demand apparel factory could be an indication of the company's next step.
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Shipbuilders stretch beyond classic designs as millennials buy superyachts

A superyacht commission from a Millennial encouraged shipbuilder Rossinavi to go beyond usual conservative designs.
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Smartphone-related posture injuries are on the rise — here's how to prevent them

Constant smartphone use, especially for texting, can lead to neck and upper back injuries. Spine surgeons say injuries increasing.
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The limited edition 2017 Polaris Slingshot SL LE comes in a dark cherry finish

It may have only a paint job difference from other SLs, but the 2017 Midnight Cherry Slingshot SL LE is a limited edition version.
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Tent-trailer camping goes off-road with Freespirit’s Recreation Journey Basecamp

Freespirit Reaction's Journey Base Camp Package combines a rugged off-road-capable trailer with a spacious tent.
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Would you swim in this apartment building’s rooftop glass-bottom pool?

If swimming in a glass bottom pool 500 feet above street level sounds like fun, take a look at Houston's Market Square Tower.
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Grill like a boss when you cook this Korean-style BBQ steak

The Cook with Me.at backyard chef shares recipe for Korean-style BBQ steak. Make this fast, easy, and delicious recipe at your next barbecue.
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Elon Musk confirms Tesla Semi truck launch in September, 8 electric vehicles now in the works

Tesla's master plan, at least as revealed so far, indicates eight different models are in the works at various stages.
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Trulia measures home affordability in major U.S. cities for occupational groups

Trulia calculated home affordability in major U.S. markets. Teachers, first responders, and restaurant workers often can't buy homes.
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New company drags home mortgage application process out of the stone age

Collecting and submitting the required documentation for home mortgage approval gets a technology boost to help all involved.
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U.K. designer Tom Dixon designs a customized Moto Guzzi motorcycle

Long-time Moto Guzzi rider British designer Tom Dixon created a custom bike for Milan Design Week. The result is called "Tomoto."
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Special-edition Aston Martin Vanquish S honors Royal Air Force Red Arrows

Aston Martin's Q special edition and customization division created a limited Vanquish S Red Arrows model to honor the RAF flight team.
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Tesla now has the highest valuation of any American car company

Tesla's market capitalization is topping traditional car companies. Having passed Ford's stock value last week, Tesla just beat GM.
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BMW’s EnduroGuard adventure clothing is abrasion-resistant and weatherproof

BMW's EnduroGuard adventure wear is abrasion-resistant and promises breathable weatherproofing to enhance your touring comfort and safety.
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If you love falling asleep to the sound of rain hitting the roof, put a cot in the Cloud House

Artist Matthew Mazzotta's Cloud House recycles rainwater in whimsical open design. Anyone sitting on a chair in the house triggers rainfall.
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Don’t show this Porsche-style ridesharing video to your Uber or Lyft driver

Who wouldn't hop in a 2017 Porsche Panamera Turbo ridesharing car? But would you do it a second time? For some of these folks, probably not.
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How to convert a container ship into a world-class superyacht explorer

Most superyachts focus on sun decks and swimming platforms. Shackleton's Vard-1-08 Kilkea is designed for more hardy explorers.
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Dictionary adds 300 new words and phrases to the English language

The English language has been enriched by 300 additional words with the addition of terms such as man bun, slay, superfood, and mic drop.
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The Fuoripista exercise bike may be more fun to look at than to ride

Italy's Adriano Design conceived Fuoripista, a futuristic home exercise bicycle with an integrated tablet stand as a work of art.
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Zunum Aero’s electric aircraft aim to fly you faster, cheaper, and cleaner

Regional air travel with startup Zunum Aero promises to be faster, cleaner, and cheaper with electric-hybrid planes using regional airports.
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Hyundai’s luxury Genesis brand sets Tesla in its sights, plans upscale EVs

Hyundai wants to build green vehicles and its upscale Genesis brand wants to take on Tesla with luxury EVs by 2021.
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Indian Motorcycle announces two new sleeker, meaner 2017 Chieftain baggers

Indian Motorcycle is on a roll with special Chieftains, including semi-custom 2017 Indian Chieftain Limited and hand-painted Chieftain Elite.
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The helicopter of the future could look a lot like the Bell FCX-001 concept

Bell Helicopter's team of engineers and graphic designers visualized a helicopter that incorporates relevant new and emerging technologies..
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Survey: Insurers and their clients approach smart home tech very differently

Home insurance carriers and homeowners have divergent perceptions of smart home insurance programs. Carriers all in, homeowners not impressed.
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Hopes for early U.S. release of performance-tracking ‘smart condom’ premature

Jokes about second brains will gain new meaning when men wear British Condom's i.Con smart condom. Performance metrics are recorded.
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2017 6.2-liter Ford F-250 owners: Use the parking brake when you put it in park

Use the parking brake on 2017 Ford F-250s with 6.2-Liter gas engines. Ford issued a recall because of a potential for rolling while in park.
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Navy SEAL elite teams see positive outcomes from neuro-priming headsets

U.S. military special operations forces seeking performance training enhancement are testing neurostimulation headsets from Halo Neuroscience.
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Unimog fire engine that served in the French Alps is available in the U.S.

Whether you're a collector or just need a fire engine, a 1987 Mercedes-Benz Unimog Doka firetruck used in the French Alps is available.
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Avoid fighting for a suite in Cannes or Monte Carlo on the Quintessentially One

The elite won't care if Quintessentially One is a superyacht or residential cruise ship when they're in Cannes, Monaco, and Monte Carlo.
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Tesla Model 3 aims for two mass-market titles: First EV and first autonomous car

Recent Tesla Model 3 announcements lead to the conclusion the company wants to be the mass-market leader for both electric power and autonomy.