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Another Look Inside Han Soon Doong, the World’s Largest Cave, Located in Vietnam

By Jackson Chung September 9, 2017

Here’s another look inside Han Soon Doong Cave, the largest known cave passage cross-section in the world, located in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, Bo Trach District, Quang Binh Province, Vietnam. It was discovered by a local man named Ho Khanh in 1991. The whistling sound of wind and roar of a rushing stream in the cave heard through the entrance as well as the steep descent prevented the local people from entering the cave at first. Continue reading for another expedition video, more pictures and information.

Jaguar FUTURE-TYPE Revealed, Has Voice-Activated Artificial Intelligence Steering Wheel

By Jackson Chung September 9, 2017

If self-driving cars just aren’t cool enough for you, there’s the Jaguar FUTURE-TYPE. Not only is this vehicle fully autonomous, but it features Sayer, the world’s first intelligent and connected steering wheel. To be more specific, it’s the first voice-activated Artificial Intelligence (AI) steering wheel, which can be used to summon a vehicle, play music, book reservations, or just monitor what’s going on back at home. “Whether it’s commuting to work, autonomously collecting children from school or enjoying driving yourself on the weekend in the countryside, if there’s a choice of on-demand cars driving around city streets, we need to ensure customers desire our 24/7 service over our competitors,” said Jaguar director of design Ian Callum. Click here to view the first image in today’s viral picture gallery. Continue reading for the five most popular viral videos today, including one of an $80 smartphone challenge.

iPad Pro 2 Gets Rendered in New Video, Has iPhone 8-Style Dual Front Speakers

By Jackson Chung September 8, 2017

Earlier this week, images leaked of pallets containing the upcoming iPhone 8 leaving Foxconn’s Zhengzhou Technology Park, but even before the official press event, there are designs of possible iPad Pro successors being uploaded to the internet. One of them is from Delta Concepts, which has the device sporting dual front-facing speakers. Continue reading for more pictures and information.

Surgo Mountain Rescue Vehicle Looks Like it Belongs on the Red Planet

By Jackson Chung September 8, 2017

The Surgo Mountain Rescue Vehicle looks like something you’d see on Mars, but it’s designed to save lives, as the vehicle is both lightweight as well as spacious enough to hold passengers and equipment. There’s two seats in the front, two additional rows of three seats, along with storage for rescue tools in the rear and straps for a spinal board on the roof. continue reading for more pictures and information.

R2-D2 App-Enabled Droid by Sphero Includes Holographic Simulation

By Jackson Chung September 8, 2017

Sphero’s R2-D2 Droid is no ordinary toy, as you’re able to control this iconic droid with compatble smart devices. That’s right, it comes complete with sounds, bright LEDs, and you’ll even see R2-D2’s front leg retract to go from driving to waddling – just like on screen. Explore holographic environments like the Millennium Falcon and Obi-Wan’s House, and immerse yourself in the Star Wars galaxy. Get one here now. Continue reading for a hands-on video review, more pictures and information.

Guy Takes Toyota Hilux Truck and Transforms it Into an Off-Road Expedition Vehicle

By Jackson Chung September 8, 2017

Adventurer and auto enthusiast Stefan Forster wanted an expedition vehicle, but did not fancy the $100,000+ price tags on some of them. So, he decided to build his own, based on the Toyota Hilux truck, in partnership with Geocar, Hurter Offroad, and Arctic Trucks Iceland. Powered by a 3.0L 225hp diesel engine, it sports a custom-made cabin complete, a TJM snorkel, WARN cable, HELLA lights, front / rear differential locks, underbelly protection, and an internal radio control unit. Click here to view the first image in this week’s funny school pictures gallery. Continue reading for a viral video to see how ridiculous Supergirl looks without the special effects.

When McLaren 720S Meets Aston Martin Valkyrie, You Get the Vultran IE

By Jackson Chung September 8, 2017

Combine the McLaren 720S and Aston Martin Valkyrie into one supercar, and you get the Vultran IE. No technical specifications have been revealed ahead of the Frankfurt Motor Show, but what really stands out are its forward sliding doors, similar to the Nio Eve Concept. Exterior wise, there are lots of flared surfaces, giving the appearance of a wide-body kit. Continue reading for more pictures and information.

You Could Stay in Hotels, Or Ride in the Variomobil Signature 1200 Adventure Vehicle, Complete with Garage

By Jackson Chung September 8, 2017

If money is no object, you could either stay in fancy hotels during road trips, or ride in the Variomobil Signature 1200 adventure vehicle. Not only does it have its own garage and a 523-horsepower six-cylinder turbo diesel engine, but the interior offers a full bathroom, bedroom, living area, kitchenette, Bose sound system, micro-chip controlled ambient lighting, and even a washer / dryer combo. Up front, you’ll find four pilots chairs, driving assistance technology, and a 360° camera system. One caveat: it’ll set you back at least $900,000. Click here to view the first image in today’s viral picture gallery. Continue reading for the five most popular viral videos today, including one of Jurassic Falls.

Nokia 9 Has Dual 13MP Cameras and 6GB RAM, Gets Pictured in Video

By Jackson Chung September 7, 2017

There have been reports that Foxconn has already shipped production iPhone 8 units out to Apple Park ahead of the official event next Tuesday, but other companies, like Nokia, hope to steal some of the spotlight, with new handsets as well. The Nokia 9 features dual 13-megapixel cameras with Carl Zeiss optics, 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. Continue reading for more pictures and information.

Futuristic Electric Volkswagen Aero-B Concept is Fully Autonomous, Has No Driver Controls

By Jackson Chung September 7, 2017

Created by industrial designer Jisoo Kim, the futuristic Volkswagen Aero-B is all-electric, and instead of a traditional front grille it utilizes brake cooling ducts, located next to the glowing VW logo and LED headlights. Inside the cabin, there are no driver controls, but rather two front seats that face backwards and look towards the front-facing rear seats. Continue reading for more pictures and information.