There isn't much design in your average bike pump: It's a plunger, a hose and a couple of wimpy feet you step on to stabilize the base. And the hose has no place to dock when the pump isn't in use.In contrast this Zilch pump, by a startup called Radian, was designed with a heavy emphasis on UX. The designers started with the typically fiddly process of getting the nozzle onto the valve stem. Rather than going with a friction arrangement, where you jam the nozzle onto the valve, the Zilch uses an elegant clamping mechanism. You slide the nozzle over the valve with no friction at all, then press a lever to activate an internal clamp, forming a secure connection. You do the same in reverse to disconnect, meaning there isn't that annoying little blast of air as you remove the nozzle.When you're done pumping, the hose can be hung from the plunger for storage. The plunger handle is self-centering, so the hose handle's dock is always in place.The base of the pump features three feet rather than two, splayed for stability. Lastly, the pump has been designed for serviceability; the user can easily disassemble it and replace parts as necessary.The Zilch pump has been successfully Kickstarted, with 24 days left to pledge at press time. It starts at $95.

One of my resolutions for this year is to use my kitchen more often by learning to cook my own food. However, my space is a bit limited so I have to constantly move things around, like putting away my induction stove when I need to use my air fryer, storing things like coffee makers and blenders somewhere else and only bringing them out when needed. As a lazy girlie, these inconveniences just leads me to regularly order take out rather than constantly arranging and re-arranging my kitchen appliances. Designer: Tim ChenThis concept for a kitchen system might be the solution to some of my cooking-related problems (maybe not my laziness though). The Magic Cube Cooking System is designed to maximize functionality and efficiency in even the smallest of kitchens. It is able to integrate essential cooking elements into a sleek, space-saving format. Its modular and customizable approach also ensures that you only get what you actually need by combining multiple crucial functions into these interconnected system. Some of the modules that you can add to the system include an open flame cooker and an induction cooker so it will be easier to switch between the two, depending on what your recipe needs. Theres also an integrated range hood so you get a clean and ventilated cooking environment. Theres also a small built-in sink so you can easily wash dishes and utensils in the middle of cooking if thats your preference. There are also condiment storage and knife/utensils disinfection modules for your organization and hygienic needs. Since its designed to be customizable and modular, you can probably match things seamlessly to maximize efficiency. You can also probably replace individual modules when needed so the entire systems lifespan can be extended. It can also be probably integrated into different kitchen layouts because of its standardized dimensions. The Magic Cube Cooking System is more than just a space-saving solution; its a paradigm shift in kitchen design. By seamlessly blending functionality, customization, and sustainability, it empowers individuals to create efficient and enjoyable cooking spaces, no matter the size. So, for those of us battling tiny kitchens and lazy girlie tendencies, the Magic Cube offers a glimmer of hope. Its not just a product; its a potential lifestyle shift. Imagine: no more wrestling with appliances, no more takeout guilt. Instead, a streamlined, efficient cooking space, tailored to your exact needs. While it might not magically eliminate laziness, it certainly removes a significant barrier to home cooking. The post Cooking system concept can revolutionize your tiny kitchens space first appeared on Yanko Design.

Its pretty amazing how powerful our smartphones have become these days, and with some tweaking, they can even handle tasks they may not have been originally designed for. Running full operating systems, for example, is definitely possible, though your experience will definitely be less than ideal even if you connect the handheld to an external monitor. But what if the phone was actually designed to run some sort of desktop-like OS? All you need, then, is a keyboard, a touchpad, and this slider case that ties them all together.Thats the unique experience that this Note10+ Slider Terminal Case is trying to provide. Its definitely not the first of its kind, but it sure is one of the sleekest-looking DIY cases. It wont turn you into a novel-writing wizard with such a small and cramped keyboard, but it could let you perform some power user tasks that will make you look like some sci-fi hero with a cool sliding phone prop.Designer: AdmiralSymLaunched in 2019, the Samsung Galaxy Note10+ is hardly a powerhouse by todays standards. In fact, the whole point of this design was originally to use the phone for remotely accessing servers using some rather technical apps available on Android. That said, Samsungs flagship phones have always had one superpower that very few phones have: the desktop-like Android experience known as DeX.This 3D printed slider case leverages that feature since its user interface is always horizontal. The case is actually an enclosure for two separate devices: the Galaxy Note10+ itself and the ripped guts G60S Pro Bluetooth Air Mouse keyboard. Theres nothing technically special about this keyboard and its one of the many designs that puts a touchpad to the right of the keyboard. That said, the case is designed specifically for that model, so other similar keyboards might not work with this design.The 3D design has been made available to the public, so its possible for others to follow suit if they have the exact same phone and keyboard. They could also attempt to modify the design to fit their needs, but that presumes familiarity with 3D modeling and printing. Theres very little modification to be done for the keyboard, other than removing the PCB from its shell and snapping it to the custom 3D printed bezel. One other note, however, is that the Galaxy Note10+ has to be rooted (for those familiar with Android internals) in order to use DeX mode without having to connect the phone to an external display.Once upon a time, slider phones were quite the fad, offering BlackBerry-esque QWERTY keyboards that could be hidden away when not in use. Of course, those tiny keys proved to be more cumbersome than theyre worth, especially in an age when human brains have evolved to accept the reality of tactile-less virtual keyboards. Still, this blast from the past is quite a treat for Android fans, offering a usable design that gives an old phone a new purpose in life.The post Galaxy Note10+ becomes a mini-computer with this 3D printed sliding keyboard case first appeared on Yanko Design.

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MacworldWe often see the Apple Watch Series 10 on sale at Amazon, but weve never seen it for this price: Amazon is selling the Apple Watch Series 10 for $299 right now, a 25 percent discount and $100 savings over its MSRP, and the best price weve ever seen.There are so many great features that come with the Apple Watch Series 10. Not only will it easily keep you connected to your iPhone to get calls. messages, and notifications, but it also gives you hands-free access to Siri. During the day, the Apple Watch can keep track of your workouts, count your steps, join you on swims, keep an eye on your heart rate notifications, and take ECGs. At night, it will track your sleep and respiratory rate and even detect sleep apnea. And there are also plenty of innovative safety features, including Fall Detection and Crash Detection.We reviewed the Series 10 and absolutely loved it, giving it a near-perfect score and our Editors Choice award, appreciating the larger display, the stylish redesign, and the fast charging capabilities. So dont miss out on the chance to get the Apple Watch Series 10 for $299 right now, its very best-ever price.Save $100 on the Apple Watch Series 10View Deal

MacworldApples ongoing struggle to roll out Apple Intelligence features in a timely fashion is having knock-on effects elsewhere in the companys product roadmap. Following news that the new Siri will be delayed even further, a new report claims the long-rumored smart home hub has also been postponed because the Siri features it was intended to be based around are not yet ready for action.In the latest edition of his Power On newsletter, Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman claims the device, currently code-named J490 and expected to combine an iPad-like screen with smart-home controls, has been pushed back as a direct result of delays afflicting new Siri features. At one point, Gurman writes, the company had hoped to announce this product in March. But because the device, to an extent, relies on the delayed Siri capabilities, it has been postponed as well.On the positive side, he adds that Apple has begun an internal testing program for the hub, which implies progress of sorts. Somewhat more ominously, he says the program involves select members of Apple staff being permitted to take prototypes of the device home for testing and feedback which may remind readers of the remote working practices during COVID that reportedly led to more leaks than the company usually experiences. Ever since then, Apple has been very keen on workers turning up at the office wherever possible.Last week we reported on major delays afflicting Siri, the only Apple Intelligence feature everyone wanted. Apple Intelligence covers a wide range of functions but the most appealing for many people (including the writer of this article) was the promise that it would make Siri more accurate, conversational, context-sensitive, and intuitive to use. But it now seems likely that the revamped Siri will be delayed until the iOS 19 cycle, and very likely wont be fully rolled out until an update in 2026.Apple is reportedly exploring multiple projects in this area. Last fall it was reported that there were two products on the way: J490, described as a low-end smart display for using FaceTime and controlling home appliances, and J595, an iPad-like display with a tabletop robotic limb that is expected to arrive much later.This isnt the first time the iPad-screen-plus-home-controls project has hit a road bump. Last December, well before the current issues arose, we discussed the multiple delays and endless waiting for what was then understood to be essentially a HomePod with an iPad screen. At this point, I wrote at the time, as is often the case with tech products that have been delayed multiple times, we have to start wondering if it will ever launch. Apple clearly views the smart-home market as a priority, but this latest postponement is unlikely to dispel such doubts.

The first reviews for the new iPad Air are out, and to no one's surprise, it's still a capable device, if a little boring.M3 iPad Air general concensus: It's fine.Reviews of Apple's newest iPad Air are rolling in, and the consensus across most of the reviews we've seen is surprisingly similar, even if the scores seem to vary quite a bit.Pretty much everyone agrees that the M3 iPad Air offers a slight jump in specs over the M2 iPad Air and only a moderate increase over the M1 iPad Air. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums