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JC Torres

Juan Carlos is the Editorial Director for Yanko Design. Holding degrees in both Philosophy and Computer Science, he has been covering tech and digital lifestyle since 2012. As an open source contributor since 2006, he has worked with the Kubuntu and KDE projects as a technical writer and a software developer, helping to make computers more accessible and usable to people. Having honed his skills over the years, he has developed insights into the design trends in tech and UX. He is a digital artist in his spare time and a self-professed otaku.

Rechargeable AA battery has a built-in USB-C port for easier charging

While many electronic devices today have built-in rechargeable batteries, many people still find it more convenient to use replaceable “dry cell” batteries or their equivalent….

Gadgets

Unreleased Microsoft ergonomic keyboard becomes a reality after all

After some hardware failures like the infamous Zune and the under-appreciated Windows Phone, Microsoft seems to have struck Gold with the Surface 2-in-1 tablets. It…

Accessories, Desktops, Product Design

Modular laptop promises repairability, flexibility, and a mechanical keyboard

Although desktop computers haven’t gone the way of the dinosaur as some pundits predicted, laptops clearly surpass towers and even small boxes in terms of…

Laptops, Sustainable Design

Handheld vacuum concept doubles as mood lighting and an ikebana vase for your desk

Small living spaces don’t just have a problem with furniture but also with fitting small objects on or around those furniture. That’s why multi-functional or…

Gadgets, Lifestyle, Lighting, Product Design

3D printed Steam Deck case transforms handheld gaming PC into a mini laptop

Handheld gaming PCs are obviously powerful enough to play AAA games, at least with settings tuned down a bit, so they’d theoretically be powerful enough…

Accessories, Gaming, Laptops

Dual-screen slider smartphone concept tries to solve all your productivity problems

As powerful as smartphones might be, they also have the potential to distract us from the more important things we need to do in life….

Phones, Product Design

Fuzzy glowing vessels give ancient ceramics an eerie alien character

Our ancient ancestors may not have lived in modern comfort, but the legacy they left behind continues to inspire and even drive our own endeavors…

Manufacturing, Product Design

LG bendable gaming monitor tries to appeal to every taste

There is still some debate about the benefits of curved screens at home, whether they can really replicate the cinematic experience of movie houses or…

CES, Desktops, Events, Gaming

Geometric speaker concept creates a futuristic ambiance in your living space

Speakers started out with rather boxy designs that were meant to be more efficient than elegant. This situation has changed over the years, thanks to…

Audio, Product Design

Power strip and lightbox concept makes charging feel a bit more fun

Power strips or extension cords are no longer foreign sights in public spaces and homes. It’s almost as if the architecture of buildings and houses…

Gadgets, Lighting

LG Indoor Gardening Appliance Doubles as Stylish Lighting to Save Space

Although indoor gardening has been around for a long time, it was only a few years ago when it really took off and became quite…

Appliances, CES, Events

Samsung microSD cards pay homage to Sonic the Hedgehog in a way you’ll barely notice

Most smartphones may have now banished microSD cards from their compact bodies, but these tiny storage devices continue to thrive in other areas. Some cameras…

Accessories, Gaming
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