Technology
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Good feline
A global image for Japan, Doraemon combines cuteness with faith in technology. But with the robot cat seeming increasingly rooted in the past, Tokyo’s soft-power brokers face a dilemma.
You heard it here first
Tape cassettes and CDs are relics, leaving streaming as the dominant music format. But are we losing sound quality? The audiophiles at Tidal believe so and are intent on achieving sonic perfection.
Healthy progress
Trade fair Medica showcases the latest in healthcare innovations. ‘Wearables’ are the talk of the floor and could soon monitor your constitution – but who else might be keeping an eye on your activities?
Flush with pride
Exhibitors at Toilet Tokyo are breaking taboos by showcasing hi-tech and green solutions for the bathroom. These innovations aim to make the experience cleaner, more pleasant and a topic of conversation for everyone.
Going up?
A technological breakthrough for the humble lift is set to elevate our skylines to brand new heights.
Running Ahead
The University of Calgary’s Human Performance Laboratory works with sportswear giants to develop top-of-the-range running products. We head to the lab to see what's next for the running tracks of the future.
Boat of confidence
From gunslinging to ground coverage, these are the military innovations set to help keep the world’s borders in check.
Stars in their eyes
Inside the European Space Agency, engineers and scientists are wrestling with big ideas. For them, questions about our origins and whether we are alone are not philosophical, but motivations for scientific adventure.
