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Create 3D photographs with your smartphone or tablet using Bevel

Bevel is the first accessory capable of turning a smartphone or tablet into a 3D camera. >
The unpredictable Frankenphones of Shenzen, China

Unlike the people of Shenzen, China, you probably own a device from one of two smartphone brands and you haven’t even asked yourself why. >
Kids' wheelchairs become giant paintbrushes

An artist in the US has dedicated his life to creating art tools for children with disabilities. >
African artists are coming around for dinner

Group exhibition “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner?” in New York celebrates the growing impact of African art and artists on the global stage. >
Public urinators get splashback from pee-repelling paint

San Francisco has been testing out "pee-proof" paint that sprays back pee onto an offender's feet and legs to combat the public urination problem. >
Yodit Eklund: Bantu, a surf brand for Africa

Bantu Wax, founded by Yodit Eklund, is an African surf brand that breaks the clichés of blonde, blue-eyed surf babes with images from Africa's own surf culture. >
Joy McKinney's new work "Armed Forces" looks at issues of race and injustice

New York-based artist Joy Mckinney's new photographic series, "Armed Forces", focuses on race and injustice within African American communities. >
Radioactive bugs and the beautiful bayou in Ryan Gillis’ mysterious short film “Palm Rot”

Inspired by Florida, palm trees and a mysterious yellow crate, Ryan Gillis releases the short film that’s made a big splash on the awards circuit. >
Does this milk smell bad to you?

A lid that changes colour when milk is starting to spoil saves the family member nominated for the “sour milk” smell test. >
A contraceptive pill that calls women who forget to take it

Oviary is the first update the contraceptive pill has received in 50 years and it’s going to make it more effective for women everywhere. >
The Lumos helmet is set to radically change road safety for cyclists

A bicycle helmet with LED brake and indicator lights will make roads much safer for bicycle riders. >
Devendra Banhart publishes his artworks in "I Left my Noodle on Ramen Street"

Singer-songwriter Devendra Banhart has made a name for himself through his folksy freewheeling sound, but recently he has also published two art books. >
Kingii is a water-wearable that can save you from drowning

Kingii, a new type of water-safety device for your wrist, doesn't need an app to save your life – it will inflate when you're at risk of drowning. >
The Zambulance is rural Africa’s answer to an ambulance

Non-profit Zambikes is saving lives by connecting residents of remote villages in Africa to critical medical treatment. >
A field of wheat in the shadows of skyscrapers

After recreating Agnes Denes’ famous Wheatfield earthwork in Milan, locals are invited to reap what they sowed. >
Meet Steve Frykholm, the poster boy of graphic design

From designing posters for an annual picnic to hanging in the MoMAs permanent collection, this short documentary looks at the notable career of Steve Frykholm. >
Solar technology will be used to create the world’s first underground park

The Lowline, the world’s first underground park, have raised enough money in a crowdfunding campaign to build their Lowline Lab. >
The first 3D-printed car for consumers

Forget vases, jewellery and trinkets. The first street-ready 3D-printed car is imminent. >
Glasses enable doctors to see malignant cancer cells in the dark

A Nigerian scientist working in the United States has won the prestigious St. Louis Award for his ground-breaking cancer-visualisation glasses. >
Ripe Near Me takes the local organic food market online

Get fresh fruit and veg from the neighbours via an app that encourages homegrown food sharing. >
Young township photographer Sipho Mpongo is heading to New York

This is the story of a boy from Langa who went to a school dance with a “stolen” camera and found himself and his camera on a plane to New York. >
Every startup has a "Brand Debt" – make sure you know yours

Jim Bull, the co-founder and chief creative officer of Moving Brands, asks: “How early do startups need to think about their brand?” >
Celebrating fifteen years of Serpentine Pavilions

To celebrate 15 years of the Summer Pavilion, the Serpentine Galleries have teamed up with Pentagram to launch a digital platform and campaign. >
Sci-fi psychedelic cover art for Nozinja’s debut album

Los Angeles-based design duo Oval-X channels the spirit of South African townships and “Shangaan electro” to create covert art for Nozinja’s debut album. >

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