The Sphero RVR robot makes driving, programming and customization a snap.  Right out of the box, this all-terrain ’bot is drivable and programmable, packed with a diverse suite of sensors and built on Sphero’s easy-to-use Edu app. It’s also got a universal expansion port and onboard power, so users can attach and run third-party hardware like Raspberry Pi, BBC micro:bit, or Arduino. Customize it to be a home security sentry, a roving environmental sensor, a souped-up battle bot or a personalized mobile voice assistant. Basically, if you can hack it, RVR can do it. A funded Kickstarter.

For 2019, the Range Rover Sport will be available in a new model called the HST, which features a new hybrid powertrain. This supercharged variant is powered by an all-new inline-six cylinder combined with a 48-volt hybrid system. It will also get all the styling updates seen on the gas-powered model, including carbon fiber trims and a fresh, new interior. Available in the UK now.

Handmade by Italian artisans and constructed from thick Italian felted wool with vegetable-tanned tan leather details, the Worldly Cabin suitcase from Hardgraft is a sharp, carry-on size rolling travel bag that features 3 zipped wool organizers inside and a zipped laptop & magazine pocket on the exterior as well as a telescoping handle and smooth-rolling skate wheels.

Combining high-quality 2D prints of historic maps with contemporary data, graphic designer Scott Reinhardt’s custom maps merge the old and the new into colorful wall art that features detailed, digitally-rendered 3D elevations. Choose from places like Yellowstone, Glacier National Park, & Portland, Oregon or states like New Mexico, California, and more. All are chromogenic color prints on Lustre photographic paper. Choose framed or unframed.

Sometimes when we jump on those version 1.0 products, we jump too soon. Case in point: the second-generation version of Anker’s extra-large PowerHouse portable battery. This new one is much smaller, lighter, and nearly half the price. Granted it’s not as powerful as the original big boy but this 7-pound PowerHouse 200 cube gives users 200Wh of power, 1 vehicle-class 9V port, a 100-watt AC output, 2 fast charge USB-A ports, and 1 USB delivery port. Recharges via USB-C, AC, or solar.

Pro-audio innovators Sennheiser recently released their first fully wireless earbuds. The Momentum True Wireless earbuds deliver premium sound with exceptional clarity and simple, fingertip controls. They’re IPX4 rated for sweat resistance, offer 4 hour battery life and the pillbox-style charging case holds enough juice for an additional 8 hours of power.

The all-in-one Mantis hammock tent from Kammok gives intrepid tree dwellers they need for camping up off the ground, all year round. This lightweight versatile hammock is equipped with customizable features for every season: an insect net, rainfly, and a winter barrier. Smaller than your sleeping bag and lighter than a 1-person tent, it is designed to keep things light & fast for those minimalist strike missions or longer backpacking trips when every ounce of weight makes the difference. Another funded Kickstarter.

Published to mark the fiftieth anniversary of the first moon landing, Sun and Moon tells the story of that burning human need to comprehend the universe in spectacular photos. From Neolithic observatories that mark the solstice to the latest space telescopes. It shows, for the first time, how the development of photography and cartography – the means of documenting other worlds – is linked indelibly to the charting of the heavens, from the first image on a glass plate to the Hubble Space Telescope.

Bentley introduced the Bentayga about 3 years ago but it’s now being offered in an upgraded Speed model that will make it the world’s most powerful “SUV.” Powered by a 6.0-liter W-12 engine, the Bentayga Speed cranks out 626 hp and will hit a top speed of 190MPH. A ceramic braking system—the largest Bentley has ever built—slows it back down. Special paint details, a rear spoiler, Speed branding badges, and larger 22-inch wheels differentiate this model from the stock Bentayga. Available late 2019.

Made from seamless, extruded military-spec anodized aluminum, the Suunto Edition VSSL survival kit is built into the handle of a lightweight, water resistant, LED flashlight. It also features a Suunto compass. At just 9” X 2” it carries crucial supplies for handling all sorts of emergencies. What’s inside: a whistle, waterproof matches, a wire saw, beeswax candle, signaling mirror, fishing gear, first aid, and much more.

The innovative OGarden Smart system aims to make at-home, and more specifically in-home gardening easier and more efficient than ever. Powered by low energy LEDs that simulate sunshine, this self-contained, automated hydroponic garden can grow up to 90 different fruits and veggies at once. Automatic watering and lighting, year-round yields, and a beautiful design make this an awesome option for experienced green thumbs and aspiring growers alike. A funded Kickstarter.

Canon’s all-new EOS RP is the smallest and lightest full-frame EOS camera ever made. This compact mirrorless model is lighter and more affordable than the EOS R that precedes it and only slightly less powerful. The RP features a 26.2-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor and DIGIC 8 image processor, with an expandable ISO range of 100-40000 & 5 FPS continuous shooting capability. For video, the camera shoots 4K footage at 25fps with 8-bit color depth. The camera also offers wi-fi/bluetooth connectivity & USB charging. Available for pre-order now.

With a durable, workshop-worthy design and a swiveling, padded seat, the Adjustable Shop Stool from DeWalt will be a very functional addition to your garage, studio or workspace. It rides on four 360º rotating casters and the pneumatic seat adjusts the stool height from 24 to 28 inches. There’s also a tray at its base to keep tools easily within reach.

Capable of withstanding hurricane-force windspeeds, the Carbon umbrella from Hedgehog will retain its water-shedding shape even in winds up to 70MPH. Carbon fiber construction, with polycarbonate joints give it its strength and when not in use, it packs down to a very packable and portable 13-inches.

If you drive a car that doesn’t have built-in bluetooth and you’re still running the AUX cord to play songs and stream, this compact Bluetooth Receiver from TaoTronics will get you connected. About the size of a car key fob, this little device gives you instant, portable bluetooth connectivity by plugging into your AUX port. It delivers 10-hours of playback on a charge and syncs with two devices simultaneously for calls, music, even access to Siri.