TappLock

A smooth "open sesame" with just your fingerprint

New Toronto-based venture Pishon Labs offers two different padlocks that open with your fingerprint. Built upon a compact Fingerprints Cards AB FPC1020 sensor, the one-touch lock is certainly more convenient, if not faster, than traditional ones that require keys, a combination or even newer smart-locks that pair with phones. It’s also flexible: if you want to share the lock, up to 200 fingerprints can be …

Mighty Audio’s Portable Player

Stream from Spotify without your phone

There’s now a tech solution for those who are tired of having their phone tag along on fitness activities but don’t want to give up their perfectly tailored Spotify playlists. Allowing runners, bikers and others to detach from the physical (and mental) weight of smartphones is Mighty Audio, which launches on Kickstarter today. The small, lightweight device allows you to stream your favorite high-energy songs …

Word of Mouth: 24 Hours in Reykjavik

Our must-sees when only experiencing a stopover in Iceland's capital

by Adrienne So For a while now, Iceland has presented itself as a convenient layover destination for people traveling between Europe and North America—and not just because of its location in the middle of the Atlantic. It’s a magical place to visit for anybody who’s inspired by or interested in design, architecture or an outdoor adventure (even nightlife and cocktail enthusiasts can find something unique …