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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Hydrow Arc Rower
The Hydrow Arc Rower is the next-gen, high-intensity upgrade in Hydrow's smart rower lineup—built for those who demand more from cardio. It features a larger 24-inch rotating HD display, electromagnetic drag resistance adjustable from 50-300 (with certain levels designed to mimic water) and a premium sound setup for immersive, stat-trackable workouts. The Arc retains the same structural robustness as its siblings—supporting up to 375 lbs, built with aluminum and steel frames—and elevates the experience with sharper visuals and upgraded performance tuning. It's Hydrow's premium choice for full-body training at home. Enjoy $100 off with code UNCRATE.
Presented by Hydrow.
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Velocity Ford Bronco Blackout
Velocity's 1976 Ford Bronco Blackout pairs vintage attitude with modern muscle. Finished in Arabian Gray with blacked-out badging, bumpers, and a family-style roll cage, it makes an unmistakable first impression. Inside, upgraded leather and a Pioneer touchscreen with Apple CarPlay add comfort and tech, while a Gen III 5.0L Coyote V8 and 10-speed automatic deliver 460 horsepower. Wilwood brakes, coil spring suspension, and 17-inch Method Race Wheels complete a build that turns every drive into a statement.
Presented by Velocity.
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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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Nuun Tablets
Nuun leveled up its game with a trio of effervescent tablets built for every kind of sweat and stress. Nuun Zero Sugar delivers everyday hydration without the sugar, offering five essential electrolytes in a clean, vegan formula that dissolves fast and keeps you glowing. Nuun Sport is the heavy-hitter for workouts—re-optimized electrolytes, faster dissolve time, non-GMO certification, and flavors that cover you during serious sweat sessions. And when your immune system needs backup, Nuun Immunity steps in with botanicals, antioxidants, anti-inflammatories, plus electrolytes, for everyday defense in flavors like Blueberry Tangerine and Orange Citrus. Pick your version and turn hydration into performance, wellness, or both.
Presented by Nuun.
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HairMax LaserBand 82 Device
HairMax's LaserBand 82 ComfortFlex takes a clinical approach to restoring fuller, healthier hair with real medical-grade lasers. Delivering 1,230mW of therapeutic light energy directly to the scalp, it stimulates follicles to reverse thinning, restart natural growth cycles, and increase density over time. A flexible band design and soft-touch teeth keep treatments comfortable, while its proven red light therapy tech makes it one of the most efficient at-home solutions for tackling hair loss.
Presented by Hairmax.
Consult a physician before use. Any health claims made are solely those of the brand and not those of Uncrate LLC.
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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.
