ThinkTiny Is a Micro ThinkPad-Inspired Notebook

In the world of notebook computers, one of the most iconic designs is the ThinkPad by IBM/Lenovo. These ‘ThinkTanks’ have a reputation for being reliable, but they tend to prioritize usability over being extremely small. Not so with the ‘ThinkTiny’ by Paul Klinger. His device can sit comfortably between the fingerprint ID and the ThinkPad logo on the real thing’s keyboard panel.

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This Wristwatch Has Some of the Tiniest Freeform Circuitry We’ve Seen

Wristwatches these days mostly come in two varieties: smartwatches that are basically just smartphones with a strap, and expensive fashion watches intended to be stylish. If you’re interested in the latter, you’re probably out of luck unless your style is either “mob boss” or “CEO with something to prove.” Mile’s Skeleton Watch, on the other hand, is a freeform circuit sculpture that is totally geek chic.

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This Tiny House Was 3D-Printed in Less Than 48 Hours

When you hear “3D-printed home,” you may envision a far-fetched, futuristic concept. Thanks to Icon, a construction company that uses 3D printing, and non-profit New Story, though, the concept is quickly becoming a reality—and may be a major advancement in creating affordable homes for underserved communities.

According to Icon, the first permitted, 3D-printed home is just 350 square feet, and located in Austin, Texas. The tiny home serves as “proof-of-concept for sustainable homebuilding that will allow for safer, more affordable homes for more families, faster than ever,” per a press release.

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