Faith Ringgold, Sunflowers, and Van Gogh
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8
HMD just dropped a device that feels like a glitch in the matrix of modern smartphone pricing. The Touch 4G, priced at 3,999 INR (roughly $48) and launched for the Indian audience, is what happens when someone actually listens to the massive chunk of the global population that doesn’t need or want a 6.7-inch AMOLED slab with a camera system that costs more than their monthly rent. To be fair, the Indian market is flooded with cheap smartphones from Xiaomi, Vivo, Oppo, Realme, and local brands like Micromax and Karbonn. A lot of these phones inevitably cross the $70 mark, which means budget-constrained users still flock to ‘dumb phones’ or feature phones. HMD’s $48 audacious bid hopes to upend that.
What HMD is calling a “hybrid phone” is basically a feature phone that got into a transporter accident with a smartphone, and somehow it actually works. The result is weird in the best possible way. You get a proper touchscreen experience crammed into a 3.2-inch display, which sounds laughably small until you remember that the original iPhone rocked a 3.5-inch screen and people lost their minds over it.
Designer: HMD Global
The spec sheet reads like someone played a game of “what’s the absolute minimum we can put in here and still call it useful in 2025?” The UNISOC T127 processor paired with 64MB RAM (yes, Megabytes) won’t win any benchmark wars, but here’s the thing: it doesn’t need to. This device runs a stripped-down OS that’s optimized for exactly what it does, which is make calls, send texts, handle video calls, and provide WiFi hotspot functionality. That last feature alone makes this compelling because you’re essentially getting a mobile hotspot for $48 that happens to also be a phone. The phone also packs a measly 128MB of internal storage (about 15 iPhone selfies worth), but can be upgraded to 32GB via the card slot on the side.
Here’s the kicker that separates this from actual smartphones: the Touch 4G runs on RTOS Touch, a custom lightweight real-time operating system, not Android. Everything “smart” about this phone happens through HMD’s Cloud Phone service, which hosts browser-based apps that run remotely rather than on the device itself. That explains the shockingly low 64MB of RAM and 128MB of internal storage. The Express Chat app that comes pre-installed is cross-platform compatible with Android and iOS users, meaning you’re not locked into a proprietary messaging ecosystem that only works with other Touch 4G users. This cloud-based approach is simultaneously brilliant and concerning. Brilliant because it keeps the hardware dirt cheap and the device responsive despite minimal specs. Concerning because your phone’s functionality is entirely dependent on HMD maintaining these cloud services, which means the device could become significantly less useful if the company decides to sunset the platform in three or four years.
The camera situation is predictably grim with a 0.3MP selfie camera and a 2MP rear shooter, but let’s be real about what this is for. These aren’t cameras in the Instagram sense. They’re video call enablers and emergency document scanners. The 0.3MP front camera is basically VGA quality, which is fine for WhatsApp video calls where everything’s compressed to hell anyway. The 2MP rear camera with flash at least lets you capture something when you need proof of that parking spot damage or want to snap a picture of a document. Nobody’s expecting Night Mode or computational photography here.
Battery life claims of 30 hours from a 1,950mAh cell sound ambitious until you factor in the tiny screen, low-power processor, and the fact that this thing isn’t constantly syncing seventeen different social media apps in the background. Feature phones have always dominated on battery life because they’re not doing the thousand tiny tasks that drain modern smartphones. Add in Bluetooth 5.0, GPS with Beidou support, a headphone jack (remember those?), and an IP52 rating for dust and splash resistance, and you’ve got something that actually makes sense for its target market. That IP rating matters more than people think because phones at this price point usually skip any kind of protection, meaning a single monsoon downpour can brick your device.
The real genius here is recognizing that there’s a massive market gap between dumb feature phones and entry-level Android smartphones that typically start around 7,000-8,000 INR. HMD is betting that people who need connectivity but don’t need the full smartphone experience will pay 4,000 rupees for something that bridges that divide. The WiFi hotspot feature alone could make this a second device purchase for people who want to keep their main phone’s data separate or need a backup connectivity option. The cloud phone services integration gives you access to news, weather, and an Express Chat app without needing the full Google Play Store ecosystem, which keeps things simple and arguably more secure.
What makes this launch genuinely interesting is the timing. We’re seeing a global pushback against smartphone complexity, with dumbphone sales actually ticking up in developed markets as people try to disconnect from the attention economy. But in markets like India, it’s not about digital detox aesthetics. There are still hundreds of millions of people who either can’t afford or don’t need flagship features but do need reliable connectivity in the 4G era. HMD isn’t trying to be Apple or Samsung here. They’re carving out territory that those companies abandoned years ago, and there’s something refreshing about a product that knows exactly what it is and doesn’t apologize for it. The Touch 4G won’t change the tech landscape, but it might actually change some lives, which is ultimately more important than another iterative flagship that costs twenty times as much.
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Oct
8
Xiaomi keeps lifting pages from the Apple playbook, and frankly, I’m here for it. Their latest Sound 2 Max speaker dropped last week, and it’s perhaps the clearest distillation yet of the company’s design philosophy, channeling that peak Jony Ive era when Apple was still making products that looked like they belonged in MoMA. Remember when Ive was literally mirroring Dieter Rams’ work for Braun and nobody cared because the results were so damn good? Xiaomi’s doing the same thing here, and while western companies have mostly abandoned this aesthetic for fabric-wrapped nonsense and rounded plastic blobs, Xiaomi’s carrying the minimalist torch with zero apologies.
This thing is a statement piece in an era of forgettable speakers. The die-cast aluminum unibody, the perfect symmetry of those three circular drivers, the complete lack of unnecessary bullshit – it’s all there. Put it next to Rams’ Braun LE1 from 1960 and you’d swear they were related. Even the buttons on top are practically invisible. This is what happens when you follow Rams’ “less, but better” philosophy to its logical conclusion. No stupid fabric, no quirky colors, no meaningless design flourishes. Just pure function made beautiful.
Designer: Xiaomi
Inside that gorgeous shell sits actual serious hardware. Xiaomi packed in two 4-inch 30W woofers, a 4-inch 30W midrange driver, and a 1.5-inch 10W tweeter in an MTM layout. That’s 100 watts total with a frequency response from 47Hz to 22kHz and 101dB SPL. Translation? This thing will fill your living room with sound without breaking a sweat. I’d bet good money it sounds better at 60% volume than maxed out, like most well-engineered speakers.
On the connectivity front, you get Bluetooth 5.2, dual-band Wi-Fi 6, analog RCA, and USB-C. The big miss? No AirPlay or Google Cast. What the hell, Xiaomi? It’s 2025. But I’ll forgive that sin because this speaker costs $280 while looking better than B&O gear at three times the price. You can pair two for stereo or four for surround, though that gets expensive fast.
I love that they made the front panels swappable with magnetic wood, fabric, and metal options. Smart move. These speakers live in our homes, they’re furniture as much as tech, and Xiaomi gets that. The included metal stand and ambient light bar just seal the deal.
The voice assistant and smart home stuff is there if you want it. Super XiaoAi leverages AI for natural conversations, but unless you speak Mandarin, who cares? The Xiaomi Mesh 2.0 compatibility is more useful if you’ve bought into their ecosystem.
Will this make Apple fanboys switch teams? Absolutely not. But for design nerds who miss when tech products were allowed to look like actual designed objects instead of kindergarten crafts, the Sound 2 Max is the real deal. It’s a modern speaker that respects its design heritage while delivering killer specs. Minimalism isn’t dead after all. It just moved to Shenzhen.
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Oct
8
Presented over the weekend in Sant’Agata Bolognese, the new Lamborghini Manifesto concept marks twenty years of the brand’s in-house design studio, Lamborghini’s Centro Stile. Unveiled by Head of Design Mitja Borkert, the car reads as both a reflection and a declaration — a distilled vision of what the future of the Italian brand might become. Gone are the aggressively cut surfaces, elaborate vents, and dramatic wings. In their place is a more minimal and sculptural confidence.
The Manifesto serves as a design study, a pure exercise rather than a prototype. It carries no production timeline, yet its significance is clear. Borkert describes it as an exploration of ‘the potential future of Lamborghini’s unique design DNA,’ and that statement feels deliberate. This concept looks inward to refine the spirit of the brand instead of exaggerating its theatrics.
the Manifesto concept celebrates 20 years of Centro Stile Lamborghini | images © Lamborghini
At the front of the Lamborghini Manifesto concept, the familiar Y-shaped motif, introduced with the 2007 Reventón, appears subtly within the headlight signature. The lines meet into a confident nose that recalls a cleaner interpretation of both the Revuelto and the Aventador. Air channels are clean and singular, bringing a deliberate simplicity that highlights the concept’s proportions.
The glass canopy, a continuous bubble over the cockpit, amplifies the concept’s futuristic presence. This moment recalls the single-seat Egoista concept of 2013. Vertically-oriented, Y-shaped brake lights — seen on the Fenomeno which was unveiled during Monterey Car Week 2025 — introduce a new element to Lamborghini’s lighting language which draws the eye upward. Meanwhile, twelve vents hint at a V12 engine.
a bubbled glass canopy defines its futuristic silhouette
The rear of the Lamborghini Manifesto appears dramatically widened, due to its broad diffuser — the aerodynamically-shaped rear. Open bodywork around the tires channels airflow and adds visual tension. The surface language is crisp, and relies on long, uninterrupted surfaces that glide the car’s length. In profile, a single edge traces from the front wheel arch and across the body before dissolving into the rear.
Even with no visible seams — as the Manifesto is a concept with no doors or panels — the car reads with a clear structure. The relationship between its forms feels like a sculptural study as its volumes, profiles, and edges all reference Lamborghini’s established visual language. The hexagonal wheel motif remains to further link the concept to the lineage that began with Marcello Gandini’s Countach.
Led by Mitja Borkert, the team at Lamborghini notes that while the Manifesto is unlikely to reach production, it sets a tone that will shape what’s to come.
vertically-oriented, Y-shaped brake lights draw the eye upward
a single edge traces from the front wheel arch and dissolves into the rear
project info:
model: Manifesto
brand: Lamborghini | @lamborghini
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8
Living on the move does not mean compromising on comfort, style, or functionality. As more people embrace flexible ways of living, whether through frequent travel, compact apartments, or hybrid work setups, design trends are evolving to keep pace. Portable solutions are emerging as the bridge between convenience and aesthetics, allowing individuals to carry comfort wherever life takes them.
From foldable furniture to modular storage, portable design goes beyond simple utility. Its purpose is to create a true sense of home, even in temporary or constantly changing spaces. Innovations in design are now reshaping the mobile lifestyle with creativity and practicality.
Foldable furniture is one of the most practical innovations for people on the go. A folding desk can turn a corner into a workspace, while collapsible chairs and tables can be tucked away when not in use. These pieces save space yet provide the functionality you need, especially in smaller homes or when traveling.
Today’s designs are also sleek and stylish, making them blend into modern interiors without feeling temporary. Imagine a fold-out dining table with clean lines or a chic folding chair in natural wood.
Living in small spaces often demands furniture that can fold away or serve multiple purposes. A lounge chair that disappears when not needed or a bed frame with hidden storage can completely transform how a room feels. Building on this principle, Carl Hansen & Søn, known for timeless craftsmanship, introduced the Plico Chair. Designed to fold into itself, the handcrafted lounge chair reflects functionality and elegance, making it an ideal fit for compact apartments, cottages, or even hotel interiors.
The name “Plico” comes from the Latin word meaning “to fold,” and its design captures Scandinavian simplicity at its finest. A solid oak frame provides durability and warmth, while linen canvas cushions deliver comfort with understated organic tones. Leather strap armrests and exposed brass fittings add subtle character. .
Clutter can easily build up in small or mobile spaces, and this is where modular storage comes to the rescue. These systems allow you to add, remove, or rearrange units depending on your needs. Stackable cubes, rolling drawers, or lightweight shelving units can transform even the tiniest area into an organized space.
The beauty of modular storage lies in its adaptability. A set of lightweight boxes can serve as a side table today and be reconfigured into shoe storage tomorrow. By investing in pieces that change with you, you create a flexible lifestyle that supports mobility and order.
Modern life often shifts faster than traditional furniture can handle. A cramped studio one year may be replaced by an apartment with vast empty walls the next, leaving conventional shelving systems feeling inadequate. Most designs lock users into one rigid setup, making them impractical for people whose living situations change frequently. ModMobili’s BrickBox system redefines this by offering stackable wooden modules that adapt effortlessly to evolving spaces. Built from quality wood with clean, minimalist lines, the modules feel timeless rather than trend-driven, while their tool-free assembly makes setup and reconfiguration refreshingly simple.
What makes BrickBox stand out is its flexibility. A bookshelf can turn into a TV stand in minutes, and compact units can easily expand into dramatic floor-to-ceiling displays. Lightweight yet sturdy, the modules are easy to move, even solo, and maintain visual cohesion in any arrangement. For students, renters, or professionals on the go, BrickBox offers furniture that grows and moves with life without compromise.
Portable living demands materials that are light and durable. Designers are now turning to aluminum, bamboo, and engineered plastics to create products that are easy to carry but built to last. These materials ensure that your furniture and accessories can move with you without the worry of damage.
Lightweight doesn’t mean fragile. For instance, bamboo chairs can hold weight while maintaining a slim profile, and aluminum frames add strength without heaviness. Choosing these materials allows you to embrace a mobile lifestyle without giving up quality or sustainability in your living space.
The ModusChair represents a refined balance of simplicity, innovation, and sustainability. Originally inspired by Matheus Gouvêa Servare’s 2019 design, this reimagined model has been adapted for modern production and wider accessibility. Crafted through CNC milling and designed with interlocking joints, it eliminates the need for nails, screws, or adhesives, ensuring structural precision and environmental responsibility. Composed of just five ribs, a seat, and a backrest, the chair embodies minimalist geometry while delivering ergonomic comfort and practical usability. Its flat-pack format reduces storage and shipping costs, reinforcing its commitment to efficient and sustainable design.
Beyond its construction, the ModusChair distinguishes itself through versatility and inclusivity. Initially conceived for stair seating, it now adapts seamlessly to amphitheatres, auditoriums, and other public or private spaces without altering existing architecture. Lightweight yet durable, it is easy to assemble, transport, and disassemble. Offered as an open-source design, it empowers designers, institutions, and individuals alike to reproduce, adapt, and reinterpret, positioning the ModusChair as a functional product and a platform for shared creativity.
When space is limited, every piece of furniture should do more than one job. A sofa that converts into a bed, a coffee table with hidden storage, or a stool that doubles as a side table all make a big difference. These multi-functional designs ensure you get the most out of your space without feeling cluttered.
What makes them even more valuable is their role in reducing excess. Instead of buying multiple items, you invest in one well-designed piece that adapts. This not only saves money but also helps create a minimalist, mobile lifestyle rooted in practicality and style.
Medium2 Studio, in collaboration with Taiwanese brand Unipapa, created the Flip Dual-Function Ironing Board Mirror to solve a common household dilemma: bulky ironing boards that are awkward to store. By combining a full-length mirror with a foldable ironing board, the Flip delivers practicality and elegance. Its innovation lies in an “adjustable span transition,” engineered to provide the wide base needed for ironing while keeping the mirror compact and space-efficient.
Switching between functions is effortless due to its smooth mechanism, making daily routines far more convenient. Sleek in design, the Flip integrates seamlessly into modern interiors while reducing clutter. Whether used in a compact apartment or a larger home, it offers a minimalist solution for those who value efficiency without compromising aesthetics. The Flip embodies smart design where practicality meets sophistication.
With digital living on the rise, portable design has expanded to include technology-friendly solutions. Think of foldable charging stations, compact Bluetooth speakers, or portable lamps with built-in USB ports. These innovations blend design and technology to make life on the move seamless.
For example, a slim, rechargeable lamp can easily shift from bedside to balcony, while a portable desk fan can keep you comfortable wherever you work. These products reflect how design is evolving to match a tech-driven lifestyle, ensuring that your mobile spaces stay efficient and connected.
The mophie 3-in-1 Travel Charging Station, Global Edition, is a compact, foldable wireless charger designed for Apple users on the go. It supports simultaneous charging for an iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods in a travel-friendly form. Instead of a bulky tri-fold, the charger combines the iPhone and AirPods charging surfaces on one side. The iPhone dock lifts at an angle, revealing the AirPods charging area underneath, while also enabling Standby mode is perfect for use on a nightstand.
Built for international travel, the station comes with a convenient storage pouch, a 40W wall charger, and multiple plug adapters for different countries. Its lightweight and foldable structure makes it easy to pack without adding bulk, while the integrated design reduces the need for multiple cables and chargers. With clean lines and a minimalist look, the mophie 3-in-1 Travel Charging Station offers a practical, stylish way to keep Apple devices powered anywhere in the world.
Portable design innovations are proving that mobility doesn’t mean compromise. With foldable furniture, modular storage, lightweight materials, multi-functional pieces, and tech-friendly solutions, you can build spaces that are flexible yet stylish. The key is to choose designs that evolve with your needs, offer comfort, order, and beauty wherever life takes you. Embracing portable design isn’t just about saving space but also about creating freedom and ease in your everyday lifestyle.
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Oct
8
We are absolutely drowning in pixels, yet we’ve completely forgotten how to see them. Every smartphone release is a chest-thumping contest about who can cram more megapixels onto a sensor the size of a fingernail, promising crystalline detail that mostly just ends up getting compressed into oblivion by social media algorithms anyway. It’s a race for technical perfection that has produced a landscape of beautiful, boring photos. So when something like Carlo Andreini’s Pixless camera comes along, sporting a defiant 0.03 megapixels, it feels less like a step backward and more like a necessary course correction. This camera is a beautiful, deliberate rejection of the idea that more is better, built on the simple premise that there’s a unique joy in seeing the world rendered in chunky, charming, 16-bit blocks of color.
The Pixless is not a new idea, but it is a perfect modern execution of an old one. Its spiritual ancestor is obviously the Nintendo Game Boy Camera, a quirky peripheral that let a generation of kids take grainy, 1-bit selfies. The Pixless takes that core concept of lo-fi digital imaging and brings it into the present. Instead of a clunky accessory for a handheld console, it’s a standalone, pocketable camera with a 3D-printed body, a modern USB-C port, and a microSD card slot. It’s built around an ESP32-S3 microcontroller and an OV5640 sensor, a piece of hardware perfectly capable of capturing five megapixels. The magic here is in the software, which purposefully throttles that sensor down to a mere 192 by 144 pixels to create its signature look.
Designer: Carlo Andreini
The magic of the Pixless lies in its intentionality, which is evident when you look under the hood. It runs on an ESP32-S3 microcontroller and uses an OV5640 sensor, a perfectly respectable piece of hardware that is natively capable of capturing five-megapixel images. However, the camera’s firmware deliberately throttles that sensor, forcing it to output at a minuscule 256 x 128 resolution. This is a critical distinction. The Pixless is not a cheap, low-quality camera producing bad images by accident; it is a thoughtfully designed creative tool using a capable sensor to produce a highly specific, stylized output. This software-driven downsampling is where the artistry happens, ensuring that every image is not just low-resolution, but is sculpted to fit a very particular retro-digital aesthetic that feels both nostalgic and refreshingly new.
Its most obvious spiritual ancestor is the Nintendo Game Boy Camera from 1998, a quirky peripheral that allowed a generation of kids to take grainy, 1-bit selfies and add silly stamps to them. The Pixless captures that same spirit of playful experimentation but evolves the concept for the modern era. It sheds the clunky Game Boy connection for a sleek, standalone 3D-printed body, and it shoots in color, which is a massive leap forward. It retains the core philosophy, the joy of creating images with severe limitations, but makes it more accessible and versatile. It is a modern successor that understands that the original’s charm was never about the hardware itself, but about the unique way it forced you to see the world through a pixelated lens, a feeling it masterfully recreates.
The real soul of this camera, however, is found in its selectable color palettes, and here’s where the Pixless gets cleverly modern. The camera itself has a hilariously tiny monochrome screen that shows you almost nothing useful for composition or color preview. Instead, the camera creates a Wi-Fi hotspot and serves a web interface that users access via a browser on their phone or computer. This interface allows live view, remote shutter, palette uploads, and settings adjustments. The choice not to build a dedicated app was deliberate, to ensure long-term compatibility. You can choose a palette that mimics the washed-out greens of a Game Boy screen for pure nostalgia, or switch to vibrant, high-contrast colors reminiscent of Sega Genesis graphics. This transforms photography from mere documentation into a form of digital painting, where you’re actively choosing the specific retro aesthetic that best fits your vision before you even press the shutter.
The app integration is thoughtfully designed to enhance creativity without overwhelming the experience. You get real-time preview of your shot with the selected palette applied, can review images immediately, and manage your microSD card storage, all while keeping the camera body itself refreshingly simple and distraction-free. This hybrid approach gives you the tactile satisfaction of using a dedicated camera device while providing the visual feedback and creative control that would be impossible on that tiny built-in screen. It’s a smart balance between old-school intentionality and modern convenience, letting you stay focused on composition and mood while having the tools you need to craft your pixel art vision.
The Pixless camera is a perfect example of creative constraint packaged in a beautiful little box. It proves that by stripping away the overwhelming technical options of modern cameras, you can actually unlock more creativity, not less. It is a tool that asks you to stop obsessing over sharpness and instead play with color, form, and composition in their most fundamental states. It is not trying to replace your iPhone or your mirrorless camera. Instead, it offers a completely different way of seeing, for anyone who finds as much beauty in the blocky landscapes of Super Mario World as they do in an Ansel Adams print. In a world chasing flawless representation, the Pixless offers something far more compelling: a charming, pixelated interpretation that reminds us why sometimes, less really is more.
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Oct
8
When you think of Renaissance-inspired fashion, images of rich velvets, intricate lace, and elaborate headpieces likely come to mind. But Dutch artist and designer Suzanne Jongmans is challenging these expectations in imaginative ways. Rather than using traditional textiles, Jongmans crafts her historically inspired costumes out of recycled materials such as packaging foam, plastic sheets, and other discarded objects. Her work bridges the gap between the past and present, proving that beauty and creativity can emerge from the most unexpected sources.
Suzanne Jongmans’ costumes are instantly striking. At first glance, her creations appear to be authentic Renaissance garments, with their dramatic collars, structured bodices, and sculptural silhouettes. However, a closer look reveals the surprising origins of the materials. What looks like delicate lace might actually be bubble wrap, while a seemingly stiff ruff could be made from molded foam or plastic. Jongmans carefully collects and repurposes these everyday objects, transforming them into wearable art that both honors and subverts classical traditions.
Designer Name: Suzanne Jongmans
Jongmans’ inspiration comes from her fascination with the Old Masters, particularly the painters of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Her work pays homage to the meticulous detail and subtle lighting found in the portraits of artists like Rembrandt and Holbein. By photographing her costumed models in poses reminiscent of these iconic paintings, Jongmans creates a visual dialogue between eras. The result is a series of images that feel both timeless and contemporary, inviting viewers to reconsider what constitutes luxury, value, and sustainability in fashion.
This innovative approach to costume design is more than just a clever twist on art history. Jongmans’ use of recycled materials is a deliberate commentary on modern consumption and waste. In an era of fast fashion and disposable goods, her costumes prompt important questions about the lifecycle of materials and the role of the designer in promoting sustainability. By turning trash into treasure, Jongmans demonstrates that creativity and environmental consciousness can go hand in hand.
Her process is highly labor-intensive, involving hours of experimentation and meticulous handwork. Each piece is custom-built to fit the model, with careful attention paid to texture, composition, and silhouette. The finished costumes are then immortalized in photographs that echo the soft, painterly quality of Renaissance portraiture. These images have gained international attention, earning Jongmans exhibitions in galleries and museums across Europe and beyond.
Suzanne Jongmans’ recycled Renaissance costumes are a testament to the enduring power of art to reinvent itself. By blending historical references with modern materials and concerns, she creates work that is both beautiful and thought-provoking. Her designs remind us that the past is never far away and that there is potential for elegance, innovation, and meaning in even the most overlooked materials.
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Oct
8
Triumph Motorcycles acquired OSET in 2022 for a reason, and that has now materialized into a new age electric bike range that caters to kids, teenagers, and young adults. Before this, the British motorcycle maker had never ventured into the electric bike segment. With OSET’s vast experience in making trials bikes on the proven electric platform, Triumph has finally released the TXP range after three years.
Unlike most of the manufacturers who scale down the adult bike frames for younger riders, this bike range has custom geometry and a frame. There are four models in the lineup: TXP-12, TXP-16, TXP-20, and TXP-24. Every model comes with Field-Oriented Control (FOC) for seamless motor operation and Active Power Stabilization (APS). This results in consistent battery output when the battery depletes.
Designer: Triumph Motorcycles
The bikes are IP67-rated for electronics and battery, thereby making them fit for any off-road skirmishes. For hardcore riders who love to take electric bikes to extreme trails, there is an easily removable lithium-ion battery pack for swapping batteries. What makes this new lineup stand out is the modular 2-in-1 configuration. The seat and mudguards can be removed to convert the dirt bike into a standing trials bike, called the Trials Mode. The normal configuration is dubbed the Xplore mode, given its capability in off-roading conditions.
The smallest of them, TXP-12, is built for kids as young as three, having a 600W motor. The most powerful among them is the TXP-24, which is powered by a 1600W brushless motor that handles adults weighing up to 198lbs. Suspension on each of the models scales from 50mm front/60mm rear on the TXP-12, to 160mm front/145mm rear on the TXP-24. For a better ride experience, the TXP-24 has air-sprung forks with rebound and compression adjustability. TXP-12 comes with cable-operated discs, while the higher-end TXP-24 has four-piston calipers. The mid-range models have hydraulic two-piston setups.
These bikes are designed to grow with the riders, with features and functions in place for maximum safety. There are PIN-protected speed controls, magnetic safety lanyards, ball-end brake levers, and child-specific grip sizing for the kids in particular. The livery also gives off a very Gen-Z vibe, making it ideal for youngsters. The more mature TXP-20 and TXP-24 models have diagnostic-ready electronics to show any display fault codes or service alerts. This makes troubleshooting in the wild easier, and perhaps life-saving.
The TXP-12 and TXP-16 bikes in the TXP range can be pre-ordered right now for $1,695 and $2,295, respectively, with pre-Christmas deliveries promised by Triumph. The TXP-20 and TXP-24 models are not yet available, with the U.K. pricing set at £3,195 (approximately $4,300) and £3,695 (approximately $4,950).
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