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Maxed Out: Apple AirPods Max
Apple has done it again, maxing out its auditory accessories with its Airpods Max offering.
Revisiting 3D Printed Homes
We previously shared a visit from Matt Rissinger of The Build Show to Lennar and ICON’s 3D-printed neighborhood in Texas. In this post, we revisit those communities to see how things have progressed.
Smashing UX Antrwerp
The Smashing UX Conference in Antwerp just wrapped up. While the designbivouac could not attend the conference, several strong speakers, including Luke Wroblewski and Stephanie Walter, participated.
Kai Lenny Captures the Mouth of Jaws
There have been some fantastic surfing films over the years. Still, this POV footage from professional water athlete Kai Lenny of the North Shore of Maui captures the remarkable power of nature in a way few will experience.
AI Moment: At the Plate
As I was dozing off to sleep the other day, I quickly jolted out of my transitional slumber state, exclaiming unexpectedly, “A small guy is batting at home plate!” Not realizing the significance of this, I thought I would drop the phrase into Midjourney. It was interesting to see how a pseudo-dream state declaration can be visualized using generative AI.
AI: Suiting Up With Midjourney
Designbivouac is experimenting with the integration of AI into the creative process. This post focuses on a beginner’s exploration into the potential of AI as an aid in visualization. It is a study in prompting and editing.
Rediscovering "Thief"
In 1981, well before making another critically acclaimed film featuring thieves, Michael Mann created Thief, starring James Caan. The film’s cinematography, storyline, location selection, and soundtrack from Tangerine Dream set the tone for many action dramas that followed in the 1980s, including the series Miami Vice.
Moving Lounges of Dulles
Once seen as a critical element in ensuring efficiency in the nation's aviation mobility infrastructure, Dulles Airport's “People Movers” were part of a grand vision that involved transporting airline passengers directly from the ticketing area to their aircraft.
Less is Far More
Tesla is always looking to reduce the complexity of its vehicle design. This Autoline Daily video outlines several ways the company is reducing part count and aiding operators in vehicle assembly.
More Than Meets The Rye
In the world of modern agriculture, efficiency and productivity are paramount. Farmers are constantly looking for innovative equipment to help them maximize their yields while minimizing their environmental impact.
Shapes from the Future
As a means of inspiration, the bivouac recently thought back to iconic objects, those notable stepping stones that have inspired generations of designers and have led, in some part, to the brighter side of where we are today. Perhaps we can learn from these successes and failures as we shape a new and exciting future together.
Because It Is There
In the spirit of humankind’s never-ending desire to climb to new heights, check out the Impossible Climb Arette 2023 competition. Perhaps the motorsport with the most crashes per mile ridden. Enjoy, and be safe out there.
Fortnine's Surron Ultra Bee Review
Fortnine is known for its excellent reviews, and once again, its mix of providing an informative perspective with tongue-in-cheek humor captures how the bivouac feels about what Surron has recently accomplished in the electric two-wheel domain. We are in total agreement…the future of motorcycling is exciting and electrified.
Electrifying Overland Travel
In a bold leap towards sustainable adventure travel, General Motors has unleashed a new contender onto the overlanding scene: the Hummer EV EarthCruiser.
Enduropale du Touguec
The Enduropale du Touquec - Pas-de-Calais event proved to be a grand-scale spectacle with the unique blend of strength and agility of the riders on display.
BMW's CE O4 is A-OK
The mobility industry is transforming as the world moves towards sustainable solutions. Electric vehicles (EVs) have become the focal point of this transformation. BMW, a leading automaker renowned for its innovation, has taken a significant stride toward the future with its latest electric scooter, the BMW CE 04.
Conversational AI NPCs
In recent years, the gaming industry has witnessed a remarkable advancement in artificial intelligence (AI) technology, especially with the introduction of Unreal Engine 5.
Cleaning Up Our Oceans
Our oceans, once a symbol of vastness and purity, face an alarming crisis due to plastic pollution. As our planet grapples with the adverse effects of human activity on the environment, initiatives like "The Ocean Cleanup Project" offer a glimmer of hope in tackling this urgent problem.
E-Corner by Hyundai
Among the pioneers of this eco-conscious movement is Hyundai, a leading automaker at the forefront of innovation. One of the most revolutionary advancements in electric mobility is Hyundai's eCorner technology.
