Year In Search 2018
The year has nearly come to an end. Before you put 2018 behind you completely, take a look back at the events that shaped it through Google's most searched topics.
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Rooftop Skiing in France
Some people start their day off with a jog, others shred the rooftops of France. Richard Permin is the latter. In this sport short, the ski pro shares his morning routine gliding and flipping across the powder-coated rooftops of Avoriaz 1800.
Home Alone Games with Macaulay Culkin
Home Alone has entered the cultural lexicon as a holiday classic, but the same can't be said for the franchise of games spawned by the movie. Angry video game nerd James Rolfe already cost himself a few brain cells reviewing both of the NES games, but a chance knock on the door reveals an unexpected guest — with every Home Alone game on a variety of systems, from the Gameboy to the 2006 Europe-only Playstation 2 version.
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L'Atitude 52°N Milan Smart Glasses
Designed for modern explorers, L'Atitude 52°N's Milan brings intelligent technology to a classic Italian-inspired panto frame. Part of the 2026 Red Dot Award-winning Departure Collection, the smart glasses combine a 12MP Sony ultra-wide POV camera for photos and 1080p video with Goya AI, which handles voice controls, navigation, landmark recognition, live translation, and everyday questions hands-free. Open-ear speakers, AI noise reduction, photochromic lens options, and a lightweight TR90 frame keep the experience comfortable and unobtrusive, while IP65 sealing and a six-hour battery make Milan ready for travel. Available in Olive and Obsidian, it's a compelling take on smart eyewear that puts the technology behind the scenes and the journey in focus.
Presented by L’Atitude 52°N.
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Minecraft Dungeons II
Minecraft Dungeons II takes the block-building phenomenon into a new action-RPG adventure, expanding the dungeon-crawling formula with a fresh campaign, deeper combat, and more ways to play together. Players can explore sprawling, procedurally generated environments, battle familiar Minecraft mobs and formidable new enemies, and build out their characters with customizable gear and abilities. Designed for solo players and co-op crews alike, it blends the accessible creativity of Minecraft with fast-paced action, exploration, and loot-driven progression for a new way to experience the Overworld.
Presented by Minecraft.
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Ready Player One VFX
Ready Player One was a box office hit in 2018, with director Steven Spielberg taking Ernest Cline's 2011 novel of future nostalgia to the big screen. The visual effects-heavy film used the latest in computer animation to completely recreate the cast as avatars in a living virtual reality world, along with futuristic cityscapes and scenes from classic movies. Industrial Light and Magic takes you behind the scenes to see how Ready Player One's digital world was created.
Every Spider-Man Explained
Spider-Man has long history on the screen. From the 1967 animated series to blockbuster big-screen films, the character has been successful on both the page and the screen. Comic superfan Kevin Smith sat down with WIRED to go over all of Spider-Man's history of appearances onscreen from the late 70s to the present.
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Brexit
Benedict Cumberbatch transforms into Dominic Cummings for HBO's retelling of Brexit. Based on the actual events, the film follows the leader of the Vote Leave campaign and the efforts used to push the United Kingdom to withdraw from the European Union. It premieres January 19, 2019.
DIY SpaceX Rockets
No longer the sole province of huge government organizations or private defense companies, getting into space is being revolutionized by private companies. SpaceX is leading the charge with their reusable rockets, but in a sign of how far technology can filter down, Joe Barnard is building his own — albeit on a smaller scale. While Joe hasn't successfully landed a rocket yet, he's getting closer every day, along with learning a lot in the process.
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OKNIFE MK
Streamline your everyday carry from a loose collection of tools and gadgets into a single piece of functional gear. The OKNIFE MK packs everyday utility into an ultra-lightweight, compact profile designed to move easily between daily commutes, quick repairs, and weekends off the grid. Built around a rechargeable, swappable‑battery lighting system, the MK features a three-mode spotlight delivering 15, 100, or 300 lumens alongside auxiliary flood and red-light modes. An S2 tool-steel driver bit handles quick fixes, while a folding 9Cr18MoV steel blade takes care of cutting duties. At just 1.83 ounces, the MK puts light, cutting, and repair tools into a pocket-ready companion that's prepared for whatever the day throws at it.
Presented by OKNIFE.
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Nature's Bounty Supplements
Nature's Bounty covers the everyday essentials of a well-rounded supplement routine, from Super B-Complex and fish oil to magnesium glycinate, immune support, and formulas designed for stress and mood. Standouts include Super B-Complex with vitamin C, High Absorption Magnesium Glycinate with 240mg per serving, and Immune 24 Hour+ with Ester-C, vitamin D, zinc, elderberry, and echinacea. With a broad range of vitamins, minerals, and targeted supplements, it's a straightforward way to build a more personalized wellness regimen from a trusted name in nutritional supplements.
Presented by Nature's Bounty.
Consult a physician before consuming any new supplement or medication. Any health claims made are solely those of the brand and not those of Uncrate.
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The Art Deco Treasures of Shanghai
Shanghai is known for is modern towers but if you look below its skyline, there's a wealth of Art Deco treasures. Defined by its geometric forms and gold accents, the architectural style rose to fame in the 1930s and was the epitome of glamor and luxury. Take a tour of two of the city's most notorious Art Deco buildings, the Grand Theatre and the Paramount.
Beer Taste Test
Although we all might think we're beer experts, Garrett Oliver actually is. While sampling a variety of pilsners, IPAs, and dark Lagers, the Brooklyn brewmaster uses his particular set of skills the decipher between cheap brews and the expensive stuff.
