University of Tokyo’s Dragon Drone Transforms While Midair

Calling the University of Tokyo’s new drone the Dragon doesn’t just reference its form, the name is also an acronym short for “Dual-rotor embedded multilink Robot with the Ability of multi-deGree-of-freedom aerial transformatiON.” Composed of several small drones, powered by a pair of ducted fans that can thrust in almost any direction, the high-flyer can autonomously change shape to navigate certain spaces. Watch a video …

Icon4x4’s Dusenberg-Inspired “The Duesey” Watch

Designer Jonathan Ward's limited edition piece is now available

There’s nothing quite like The Duesey, anybody can tell with the quickest glance. There’s the black onyx dial, cut away in two places to reveal the time, told on rotating discs. This is powered by a jumping hour complication and Swiss Dubois Depraz movement inside. What might not be immediately evident is that this limited edition watch, designed by Icon4x4 founder Jonathan Ward, draws inspiration …

Debut Interview Series, “One Joint With”

When editorial platform One Joint With makes reference to the “higher conversations” found on their site, they’re being quite literal. Founder Alyssa Shapiro’s interviews with a broad range of cultural subjects have been conducted while sharing a joint. From Fetty Wap to Bria Vinaite from “The Florida Project,” the debut series features open, honest discussions—including, but not limited to, the subjects’ relationship to weed. It’s …