Winnebago turns Mercedes Sprinter into lithium-powered camper van

[AUTOMOTIVE]( [Winnebago turns new Mercedes Sprinter into adventurous, lithium-powered all-season camper van]( Winnebago launches one of America's first third-generation Mercedes Sprinter camper vans, the all-new Boldt. It marries the tech-focused Sprinter with a comfy two- or three-sleeper floor plan, fully weatherized cabin and powerful lithium-based electrical system. [Read more]( [SPONSORED CONTENT]( [Onli takes the stress out of travel]( What if there was a way to say goodbye to the check-in circus and breeze through airports with more time on your hands and more money in your pocket? The cleverly designed Onli Travel Venture Rolling Pack is the answer. [Read more]( [MEDICAL]( [Harvard scientists uncover how poor sleep leads to cardiovascular disease]( The main risk factors for heart disease are lifestyle choices like a bad diet, smoking, lack of exercise – and poor sleep. That last point has gone relatively unstudied, but new research out of Harvard has found the chemical chain reaction that links disrupted sleep and cardiovascular disease. [Read more]( [ARCHITECTURE]( [World's tallest indoor waterfall crowns amazing Moshe Safdie-designed airport building]( Work is almost complete on Singapore's Jewel Changi Airport project. Led by Safdie Architects, it looks like it'll be a much nicer place to spend time than a typical airport and will boast an indoor park with walking trails, a forest, and what the firm says is the world's tallest indoor waterfall. [Read more]( [HEALTH & WELLBEING]( [Novel research links an aging gut microbiome with heart disease]( A new study suggests an aging gut microbiome may be somewhat responsible for the degradation in cardiovascular heath that tends to appear as we grow older. The study is yet another addition to the growing body of evidence affirming the role gut bacteria plays in age-related disease. [Read more]( Sponsored by Taboola //gizmagptyltd.cmail19.com/t/d-l-pmiyky-wtkuhhtil-s///gizmagptyltd.cmail19.com/t/d-l-pmiyky-wtkuhhtil-w/ [BICYCLES]( [Cinq's Shift:R brings "regular" shifting to Pinion gearboxes]( The Pinion gearbox is a sealed gear-shifting mechanism that's located adjacent to a bike's bottom bracket. Not only will it not get gunked up like a derailleur, but it's also better protected against damage. Now, Cinq has introduced a system that allows it to be shifted more conventionally. [Read more]( [SPACE]( [Supernova sends "cannonball" pulsar hurtling at intergalactic speeds]( The universe is full of fascinating stories, and NASA’s Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope has just spotted a doozy. About 10,000 years ago a star went supernova, and the explosion shot the resulting pulsar off like a cannonball, with enough force to send it hurtling out of the galaxy altogether. [Read more]( [BICYCLES]( [Trek promises safer cycling, with WaveCel helmet tech]( We're seeing more bike helmet makers move away from foam in favor of higher-tech materials that provide better head-protection. The big boys have now gotten in on the act, as Trek has announced its WaveCel helmets – they're said to be 48 times more effective than foam, at preventing concussions. [Read more]( [ARCHITECTURE]( [Heatherwick Studio's ambitious 'stairway to nowhere' is complete]( Heatherwick Studio's Vessel is finally complete and has now opened to the public in Manhattan, New York City. Rising to a height of 150 ft (45 m), the steel structure comprises 54 interconnecting flights of stairs, 2,500 steps, and 80 landings, offering views of the city and the Hudson River. [Read more]( [WEARABLES]( [Second-gen Apple AirPods add speed, battery life, and hands-free "Hey Siri"]( After an uncertain start, Apple's AirPods have established themselves as the wireless earphones of choice for a lot of iPhone users, and two-and-a-half years later Apple is back with a sequel. The second-gen AirPods bring improvements in battery life, speed, and "Hey Siri" functionality. [Read more]( [SPECIAL PROMOTION FOR NEW ATLAS READERS]( [Effortlessly Energize up to 4 Devices on the Move via USB, USB-C & Qi Wireless Charging]( Capable of charging up to 4 different devices at the same time, the GOSPACE SuperCharger is the perfect way to keep your tech essentials energized throughout the day. This compact charger sports two USB ports, one USB-C port, and a Qi wireless charging pad, giving you ultimate charging flexibility on the go. You can power up your devices at rapid speeds via the fast charging USB-C port, and thanks to the interchangeable wall plugs, the SuperCharger is a great travel companion too, with EU, UK, and AU-style sockets included. [Read more]( [ARCHITECTURE]( [Flexse module goes small on size but big on recyclable materials]( Bringing a modern twist to the classic Scandinavian BBQ hut, the original Flexse​ prototype features a sloping oval design and is clad with thin timber panels. Inside, the hut is complete with open fire grill and cozy dining area. [Read more]( [MEDICAL]( [Deep brain stimulation provides fast-acting and long-lasting relief of severe depression]( A new study exploring the potential for deep brain stimulation to treat severe depression has returned "absolutely sensational" results, with the reduction of depressive symptoms being not only fast-acting, but in some cases long-lasting.​ [Read more]( [AUTOMOTIVE]( [Ares brings back the De Tomaso Pantera - complete with pop-up headlights]( Ares Design has started limited run production of its Panther ProjettoUno, a US$700k homage to the 1971 De Tomaso Pantera based on the guts of a Lamborghini Huracan. It looks terrific, goes like a Lambo - and yes, it rocks those classic pop-up headlights. [Read more]( [SPACE]( [Spacefaring bacteria prove no match for new space station antimicrobial coating]( ​Humans weren’t built for space travel. The immune system takes a beating, leaving us more vulnerable to infection. Astronauts have now tested a new antimicrobial coating on board the International Space Station (ISS), and found it kept space-faring bugs at bay for well over a year. [Read more]( [WEARABLES]( [Radical watchmaker MB&F releases its first timepiece for women]( In its 14-year history, MB F has surprised us with some seriously original watches and now the brand has its first ladies' timepiece. Called the Legacy Machine FlyingT, the new wristwatch not only sports some serious bling in an eye-catching 3D design, but it also incorporates a flying tourbillon. [Read more]( [MEDICAL]( [FDA approves first drug to specifically treat postpartum depression, but it isn't cheap]( ​Zulresso, also known as brexanolone, has just been approved to treat postpartum depression by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This is the first drug ever approved to specifically assist women suffering from this mood disorder..​ [Read more]( [GOOD THINKING]( [nVidia's latest AI technology can instantly transform your doodles into photo-realistic scenes]( nVidia's GauGAN app can turn your MS Paint-like sketches into a range of staggeringly realistic fake photo scenes - in real time. To get there, it uses fascinating new machine learning technology that pits two neural networks against each other to optimize results. [Read more]( [SPACE]( [Rugged, eruptive surface of Bennu forces a rethink on asteroid sampling attempt]( ​​NASA’s OSIRIS-REx spacecraft is not due to bring home samples from the asteroid Bennu until some time in 2023, but already it is turning up some fascinating discoveries about this distant world, the latest being a far rockier surface than anticipated. [Read more]( [BICYCLES]( [Semi-recumbent electric tandem comes apart and packs up]( When we've attended the North American Handmade Bicycle Show in the past, we've always been on the lookout for things that weren't just plain ol' bikes. Well, this year's show didn't disappoint, with Bilenky Cycle Works showcasing a semi-recumbent creation that really caught our eye. [Read more]( [MOBILE TECHNOLOGY]( [Google launches Stadia, to stream games to any device you like]( After months of rumors, and brief test run called Project Stream, Google's game streaming service is now official, and officially called Stadia. It lets players stream games from the cloud to phones, computers, and TV screens (via Chromecast dongles), turning almost any device into a console. [Read more]( [MUSIC]( [Multiscale mayhem breaks out on Djentar 20 string guitar]( ​YouTuber Steve Terreberry has taken delivery of what he's calling the most metal guitar ever, a 20 string monster that takes the Djent battle straight to Jared Dines, who had an 18 string beast presented to him by Ormesby Guitars at NAMM 2018.​ [Read more]( [URBAN TRANSPORT]( [Arcimoto aims to deliver the goods with latest electric trike]( ​Following the launch of the flagship Evergreen Fun Utility Vehicle last month, Arcimoto began testing a special edition Rapid Responder in Oregon and California. Now the company is developing a new variant aimed at small businesses – the Deliverator.​ [Read more]( You are receiving this email because you signed up for our daily newsletter at [newatlas.com]( (or [gizmag.com]( before August 2016). [Update profile]( | [Unsubscribe]( Copyright New Atlas © 2019