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Refreshing Low-ABV Lagers
Refreshing Low-ABV Lagers
The BrewDog Cold Beer Lager Has a 3.4% ABV for Easy Drinking
The BrewDog Cold Beer lager is a new low-alcohol libation crafted with flavor and quality in mind as a response to the increasing demand for refreshments that keep alcohol content to a minimum. The... MORE
Sauce-Covered QSR Chicken Nuggets
Sauce-Covered QSR Chicken Nuggets
KFC Saucy Nuggets Come in Five Delicious Flavors
The KFC Saucy Nuggets are a new chicken product from the QSR brand crafted with taste and texture in mind to help customers enjoy a delicious meal option this springtime. The nuggets start off with... MORE
Snack Cake-Scented Candles
Snack Cake-Scented Candles
Little Debbie x Goose Creek Candles Come in 12 Variations
The Little Debbie x Goose Creek Candles are a collaboration series of home scent options for avid snack cake fans alike to pick up this springtime. The 14.5-ounce candles feature a three-wick form... MORE
Posh Precision-Tuned Earbuds
Posh Precision-Tuned Earbuds
The Noble Audio FoKus Triumph Earbuds Have TWS Technology
The Noble Audio FoKus Triumph earbuds are a premium mobile audio accessory engineered with the power and performance needs of avid audiophiles in mind. The earbuds are engineered with a custom 6.... MORE
Athlete-Tracking Smartphone Mounts
Athlete-Tracking Smartphone Mounts
The XbotGo Chameleon Sports Tracking Phone Mount is AI-Powered
The XbotGo Chameleon sports tracking phone mount is a cutting-edge piece of equipment for athletes to use as a way to track their performance and more. The mount works by being paired with your... MORE
Paintball-Shooting Security Cameras
Paintball-Shooting Security Cameras
The 'PaintCam' Home Security System Marks Intruders
The ‘PaintCam’ home security system is an unexpected kind of security camera that will work diligently to keep an eye on properties and much more. The system consists of a camera-... MORE
Ultra-Distance Runner Trail Shoes
Ultra-Distance Runner Trail Shoes
The Norda 001 RZ Magma Was Developed with Ray Zahab
The Norda 001 RZ Magma trail running shoes were developed in collaboration with ultra-distance runner Ray Zahab to ensure they are ready to go the distance in even the most demanding environments.... MORE
Anti-Fatigue Artisan-Made Dog Beds
Anti-Fatigue Artisan-Made Dog Beds
The MiaCara Comodo Dog Bed Comes in Three Sizes
The MiaCara Comodo Dog Bed is a subtly stylish accessory for the home that offers the perfect place for pooches to pass out, while also keeping an eye on aesthetics. The dog bed is constructed with... MORE
Furniture Retailer Matcha Menus
Furniture Retailer Matcha Menus
The 2024 IKEA Japan Matcha Fair Has Five Exclusive Sweets
The 2024 IKEA Japan Matcha Fair menu has been announced by the furniture retailer as a series of delicious options for shoppers to snack on during their next visit this spring. The menu boasts five... MORE
Crystal-Covered Baseball Caps
Crystal-Covered Baseball Caps
The ‘47 Brand x Swarovski x New York Yankees Hat is MLB-Approved
The ‘47 Brand x Swarovski x New York Yankees hat has been created in collaboration between the various brands as a dazzling accessory perfect for avid fans to don this spring. The hat features the... MORE
Playfully Tactical Timepieces
Playfully Tactical Timepieces
The ADPT Series 1 Dual Time Watch Has a Titanium Case
The ADPT Series 1 Dual Time watch has been created in collaboration with the BOLDR Supply Co. as a decidedly playful accessory that’s engineered to provide outdoorsy individuals with... MORE
Chic SUV-Inspired Motorcycles
Chic SUV-Inspired Motorcycles
The Conceptual Land Rover Defender 700 Motorcycle is Rugged
The conceptual Land Rover Defender 700 motorcycle has been designed by Antonio Pavento and Gabriele Molinari as a sleek cafe racer that draws inspiration from the namesake SUV model. The motorcycle... MORE
Reduced Sugar Chocolate Pretzels
Reduced Sugar Chocolate Pretzels
UNREAL Chocolate-Covered Pretzels Have 41% Less Sugar
The UNREAL chocolate-covered pretzels are a series of sweet, savory treats crafted with taste and nutritional preferences in mind to help consumers enjoy a permissible treat at their leisure. The... MORE
Versatile Foodie Meal Sauces
Versatile Foodie Meal Sauces
The Primal Kitchen Dipping Sauces Come in Four Flavors
Elevating any meal is about to get even easier thanks to these new Primal Kitchen dipping sauces that prioritize premium flavor in a convenient format. The sauces come in four flavors including... MORE
Branded Rock Candy Treats
Branded Rock Candy Treats
These Rock Candy Sticks from Hilco Come in Two Flavors
These new Rock Candy Sticks have been announced by Hilco as a series of sweet treats that offer an updated twist on the classic old-fashioned candy. The products include the Kool-Aid Rock Candy... MORE
Creamy Chickpea-Based Spreads
Creamy Chickpea-Based Spreads
The NIÚKE VMAYO Mayo-Inspired Spreads Come in Eight Flavors
These new NIÚKE VMAYO mayo-inspired chickpea spreads are a premium range of condiments perfect for elevating sandwiches and more with a touch of creaminess and flavor. The plant-based spread comes... MORE
One-Ingredient Fruit Snacks
One-Ingredient Fruit Snacks
GoodSAM Crispy Crunchy Pineapple Slice Chips are Arriving Soon
GoodSAM Crispy Crunchy Pineapple Slice Chips were shown off by the brand at the Natural Products Expo West 2024 as a new single ingredient snack for consumers to pick up this spring or summer. The... MORE
Future-Ready WiFi Router Systems
Future-Ready WiFi Router Systems
The ASUS RT-BE88U WiFi 7 Router Has High-Speed Ports
The ASUS RT-BE88U WiFi 7 router is a new cutting-edge networking solution from the brand engineered with the demands of today’s consumer in mind, but also their future ones. The router makes... MORE
Humorous Natural Deodorant Campaigns
Humorous Natural Deodorant Campaigns
The Every Man Jack 'Still Smell Good' Campaign is Catchy
The Every Man Jack ‘Still Smell Good’ campaign is the brand’s latest marketing endeavor that hopes to capture the attention of consumers with humor, but earn their trust with... MORE
Pickle-Flavored Rice Crisps
Pickle-Flavored Rice Crisps
Quaker Dill Pickle Rice Crisps Respond to Consumer Demand
The Quaker Dill Pickle Rice Crisps are being added to the brand’s product portfolio in the US that responds to increased consumer interest in the fermented food flavor profile. The product... MORE
Repositioned Deli Meat Brands
Repositioned Deli Meat Brands
The Hormel Natural Choice Brand Debuted a Refreshed Image
The Hormel Natural Choice brand has been given an overhaul to keep it relevant with today’s consumer and further build on its success as a solid choice for 100% natural deli meat products.... MORE
Organic Athletic Supplement Ranges
Organic Athletic Supplement Ranges
Garden of Life Sports Supplements Come in New Options
The Garden of Life Sports supplements range has been updated by the brand with a series of new options perfect for supporting the dietary needs of athletic consumers. The brand is introducing five... MORE
Simple Preparation Brownie Mixes
Simple Preparation Brownie Mixes
The Birch Benders Organic Ultimate Fudge Brownie Mix is Indulgent
The Birch Benders Organic Ultimate Fudge Brownie Mix is the latest baking mix product from the brand that’s crafted with premium ingredients and convenience in mind. The product features just... MORE
Conveniently Canned Bubble Teas
Conveniently Canned Bubble Teas
The Vinut Popping Boba Bubble Tea is Available at Map Trading
The Vinut Popping Boba Bubble Tea has been launched by Map Trading Ltd. in the UK as a convenient refreshment that incorporates a deliciously textural profile for consumers to try out this springtime.... MORE
Plastic-Free Personal Care Products
Plastic-Free Personal Care Products
Community Goods Touts Eco-Friendly Solutions and Packaging
The Community Goods personal care brand is a sustainability-focused lineup of products for consumers to incorporate into their grooming routine that are eco-friendly from all angles. The brand... MORE
Hot Dog-Flavored Sparkling Waters
Hot Dog-Flavored Sparkling Waters
The 7-Eleven Big Bite Hot Dog Sparkling Water is Unexpected
The 7-Eleven Big Bite Hot Dog Sparkling Water has been unveiled as a new refreshment created in partnership with Miracle Seltzer to provide consumers with an alternative way to enjoy the flavor of... MORE
Celebratory Solar Eclipse Chips
Celebratory Solar Eclipse Chips
The SunChips Solar Eclipse Snack Has an Exclusive Flavor
The SunChips Solar Eclipse snack chips have been announced ahead of the namesake celestial event to provide consumers with a limited-edition snack to enjoy this springtime. The snack has been... MORE
High-Power Lossless Audio Earbuds
High-Power Lossless Audio Earbuds
The Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 Earbuds Have an IPX4 Rating
The Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 earbuds are arriving in the UK as the brand’s first model that provides access to active noise cancellation (ANC) technology and more. The headphones are... MORE
Luxe Film-Inspired Trinkets
Luxe Film-Inspired Trinkets
The Fabergé x 007 Octopussy Egg Objet is Limited to 50 Examples
The Fabergé x 007 Octopussy Egg Objet is the first item created as part of the James Bond collection that’s sure to delight avid fans of the namesake secret agent films. The trinket draws... MORE
Targeted Portable Air Purifiers
Targeted Portable Air Purifiers
The 'Hale' Personal Air Purifier Provides Fresh Air Anywhere
Concerns surrounding air quality continue to increase amongst many different consumer demographics, which is seeing products like the ‘Hale’ personal air purifier be developed. The... MORE
Pocket-Sized Travel Kits
Pocket-Sized Travel Kits
The Matador Blackout Sleep Mask + Earplugs is a Traveler's Best Friend
The Matador Blackout Sleep Mask + Earplugs are a pocket-sized travel accessory perfect for providing a jetsetter with a way to maintain their tranquility when taking a long plane or train trip. The... MORE
Dynamic Movement Pocket Knives
Dynamic Movement Pocket Knives
The Craighill Sidewinder Knife Features a Mechanical Hilt
The Craighill Sidewinder Knife is a functional yet fashionable accessory perfect for design-conscious everyday carry (EDC) aficionados to provide them something special for their collection. The... MORE
Leather-Accented Industrial Seating
Leather-Accented Industrial Seating
The L1 Chair from OBJECT LEUCI is Metallic and Minimalist
The L1 Chair from OBJECT LEUCI is an ultra-modern furniture piece that prioritizes industrial aesthetics to achieve a piece that’s at once stylish yet functional. The chair is constructed with... MORE
Celebratory Cartoon Candy Bars
Celebratory Cartoon Candy Bars
This New Japanese KitKat Flavor Showcases Sanrio Characters
This new Japanese KitKat has been unveiled by Nestlé with a series of Sanrio characters front and center to help celebrate the 40th anniversary of Hello Kitty. The limited-edition product boasts... MORE
Fully Expandable Camping Trailers
Fully Expandable Camping Trailers
The BERG Off-Road CX6 Caravan Offers Space for Six
The BERG Off-Road CX6 caravan is fully expandable camping trailer built with the needs of families in mind to help them easily keep everyone in the group comfortably supported during trips. The... MORE
Gaming-Friendly Work Numpads
Gaming-Friendly Work Numpads
The Keychron Q0 Max Supports Productivity and Pastimes
The Keychron Q0 Max numpad is a productivity supporting peripheral engineered with the needs of professionals and gamers like in mind to help them easily transition between digital activities. The... MORE

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Minimalist EDC Dagger Designs
Minimalist EDC Dagger Designs
The Copper Sheath Dagger from the Koss Workshop is Ultra-Chic
The Copper Sheath Dagger by Koss Workshop is an ultra-minimalist take on the humble knife that’s crafted with style and functionality in mind. The dagger is constructed with an angular form... MORE
Augmented Negative Display Watches
Augmented Negative Display Watches
This Modified Casio AE-1200 Digital Watch is Ultra-Chic
This modified Casio AE-1200 digital watch has been customized by Istvan of Custom Watches World as an ultra-chic take on the timepiece model’s form. The watch has been customized with a... MORE
Slide-In Pickup Truck Campers
Slide-In Pickup Truck Campers
The Wilderness Vans Range Campers Come in Two Models
The Wilderness Vans Range Campers are a series of well-equipped slide-in pickup truck campers targeted towards explorers who want to explore on their own terms. The slide-in campers include the R1... MORE
Industrial Design Smartwatches
Industrial Design Smartwatches
The 176 CS-500 Smartwatch by Carl Hauser Has a Rugged Form
The conceptual 176 CS-500 smartwatch has been designed by Carl Hauser as an ultra-modern, industrial take on wearable technology that merges aesthetics to achieve a stylish piece of equipment. The... MORE
Ultra-Luxe Pocket Knives
Ultra-Luxe Pocket Knives
The Benchmade Gold Class Knives Come in Two Models
The Benchmade Gold Class knives are a high-end take on the classic pocket knife accessory that promises to provide impressive style and functionality to meet the needs of the modern consumer. The... MORE
Branded EDC Multitool Kits
Branded EDC Multitool Kits
The Leatherman Adapt Kit Features a Mini Workstation and More
The Leatherman Adapt Kit is a compact yet convenient accessory for avid everyday carry (EDC) aficionados to incorporate into their collection as a way to elevate their daily capabilities. The kit... MORE
Celebratory Anime Shoes
Celebratory Anime Shoes
The Sailor Moon Footwear from Mayla Has Ornate Aesthetics
This Sailor Moon footwear has been shown off as a series of ultra-detailed shoe styles for fans in Japan to pick up ahead of the theatrical release of the two-part Sailor Moon Cosmos anime. The shoes,... MORE
Tough Titanium Pocket Knives
Tough Titanium Pocket Knives
The Vero Impulse Thin Pocket Knife Comes in Four Finishes
The Vero Impulse thin pocket knife is an exceptionally durable piece of everyday carry (EDC) equipment perfect for enthusiasts to incorporate into their collection. The knife is constructed with a... MORE
Rugged Military-Inspired Timepieces
Rugged Military-Inspired Timepieces
The Luminox MIL SPEC Dive Watch Has a CARBONOX+ Case
The Luminox MIL SPEC Dive Watch is a ruggedly designed timepiece ready to provide support for adventurous wearers with a penchant for life in the great outdoors. The timepiece is built with the... MORE
Hyper-Ruggedized Digital Timepieces
Hyper-Ruggedized Digital Timepieces
The G-SHOCK Mudmaster GW-9500 Has a Bio-Based Resin Case
The G-SHOCK Mudmaster GW-9500 timepiece has been shown off as the latest version of the iconic Casio accessory that prioritizes a rugged aesthetic with a decidedly slim form to boot. The timepiece... MORE
Efficiently Engineered EDC Tools
Efficiently Engineered EDC Tools
The Lever Gear Edge XT Offers 10 Handy Features
The Lever Gear Edge XT multitool is an everyday carry (EDC) accessory engineered with the needs of makers and DIYers alike in mind to help them stay efficient when going about their daily routine.... MORE
Functional Utilitarian Pocket Knives
Functional Utilitarian Pocket Knives
The Benchmade 290 Immunity Series Knives Come in Three Styles
The Benchmade 290 Immunity Series Knives are a new addition to the brand’s roster of everyday carry (EDC) products that promise to provide impressive quality with style to boot. The knives... MORE
Ultra-Thin EDC Knives
Ultra-Thin EDC Knives
The Benchmade 748 Narrows Has a Premium Folding Construction
The Benchmade 748 Narrows is an all-new everyday carry (EDC) pocket knife designed with style and performance in mind to satisfy the demands of discerning collectors alike. The knife measures in at... MORE
Radically Redesigned Off-Road SUVs
Radically Redesigned Off-Road SUVs
The 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Has a Hybrid Motor and Lower Price
The 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser has been shown off by the automotive brand as a radical redesign of the original off-road model that promises to provide impressive handling, efficiency and style. The... MORE