Sennheiser Momentum 2

Portability without compromise on sound or build quality

Now that the smartphone is ubiquitous and you always have your music library with you, headphones have moved from afterthought to big business.

The advantage of using bigger cans rather than earbuds is that, in general, they offer a more accurate and detailed sound reproduction thanks to their far larger diaphragms. A larger surface area means fewer compromises and tricks are required to generate a solid bass end. They’re also arguably less damaging to your hearing as they don’t fire sound right into your ear canals. Sennheiser has an excellent track record both in the pro and consumer audio worlds, and makes a wide range of headphones to suit different budgets.

The wheels of change

Cloaked in mystery, Apple’s biggest secret project could be something no one expected – a driverless electric car.

Things certainly move fast in the world of Apple rumours.

When the first murmurings surfaced in early February that Apple was secretly working on new automotive technology, many commentators quickly dismissed it as some sort of unannounced CarPlay innovation, an improvement of Apple Maps or battery life research.

Then news emerged of Apple poaching Tesla employees by the bucketload – Tesla employees specialising in fields like mechanics and manufacturing, specifically. Mysterious Apple vans loaded with cameras started appearing on the streets of California, New York and Hawaii. Initial cautious scepticism began turning into fevered excitement – surely Apple couldn’t really be working on a car... could it?

The Future Of 3D Printing

Where next for this developing technology?

3D printing is undeniably one of the more successful technologies to emerge in the last few years, having only recently become commercially viable. But at present, 3D printing is in its infancy. The vast majority of us have never touched a 3D printer or anything made by one. So is this a fad that will disappear once everyone who wants to try one has had a go, or are there big things in store? What, if anything, is the future of 3D printing?

3D Printing Outside The Home

It’s not just a revolution for home-based makers, you know!

Although 3D printing’s current popularity stems from its growing success as a home technology, there are applications outside the home (and office) that make it increasingly clear that we’ve only scratched the surface of what 3D printing might be able to do. While consumer 3D printers tend to create small and relatively simple objects, the principles they’re based on are radically transforming other industries. If you aren’t convinced that 3D printing is the future, maybe you’ll change your mind once you’ve read this.

Are Crowdfunded 3D Printers A Success?

They’ve certainly made headlines, but having a high profile doesn’t necessarily translate into real-world success…

The DIY ethic inherent in 3D printing has had a notable effect on the industry sector in many ways, but perhaps the most surprising is in the number of 3D printers that have been brought to life using platforms like Kickstarter.

Part of the reason is that for many people, assembling a 3D printer is a hurdle they can’t quite clear. They want to make 3D objects, but assembling a piece of computer hardware essentially from scratch is slightly out of their capabilities and price range. Even more enthusiastic 3D printing users get excited about the prospect of a unit built by and for enthusiasts, with features most consumer models cut corners on.