Indholdsfortegnelse for February 2022 i T3 India

LEXUS ROV CONCEPT Usually recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs) are seen as the domain of petrolheads and their gas-guzzlers. But luxury vehicle brand Lexus has never kowtowed to convention. With its brand new ROV Concept, it has created an exhilarating off-road vehicle that comes with none of the guilt. Its hydrogen-powered engine purrs like a petrol combustion engine and offers responsive torque while contributing close to zero emissions. But anyone expecting the kind of milquetoast design common to some EVs has a surprise coming to them: the ROV Concept is a rugged beast, featuring a hardy tubular frame to protect the driver, beefy off-road tyres and significant front-suspension travel to cushion you from the bumpiest drive. While we don’t know if we’ll ever see a mass-production model, we certainly have our…

MSI GE76 RAIDER 11UH ₹3,91,990, in.msi.com The flagship GE76 Raider 11UH sports outstanding features and is like an untamed beast when it comes to performance. Sporting a 17.3-inch FHD screen which offers a stunning refresh rate of 360 Hz and a colour gamut close to 100% sRGB, the GE76 sports the latest, 11th Gen Core i9 processors and the mighty NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 GPU with a VRAM of 16GB. The laptop features two 16GB RAM slots and houses a storage of 2TB. The larger fans of the new Cooler Boost 5 design ensure adequate cooling to he GPUs and the CPU. The GE76 Raider 11UH comes with Windows 10 Home which is upgradeable to Windows 11. More so, the laptop also comes with a 2 year warranty and an…

What do Queen Rania of Jordan, Camilla, Duchess of York, Jay-Z and Matthew McConaughey all have common? A piece of jewellery from Boucheron, the luxury brand founded in 1858 by Frédéric Boucheron. The French house has long been a destination for royalty and celebrity, but its collections are not entirely out of bounds for your average earner. Its iconic Quatre collection for example, launched in 2004, starts at ₹93,000. Admittedly it also reaches the dizzying heights of ₹1.2 Cr for the Quatre Radiant Edition cuff bracelet. The Quatre collection is so-called as it reflects four significant elements in the history of the brand: ‘Grosgrain’ to represent founder Frédéric Boucheron’s family trade of cloth merchants, ‘Diamonds’ to represent Boucheron being the first jewellers of Place Vendôme, ‘Double Godron’ to represent the…

TOWER XPRESS PRO COMBO 10-IN-1 AIR FRYER If the Omnichef is a little rich for your tastes, how about this from the UK’s biggest air fryer brand? Not only does it do chips, pizza and steak, it also includes a rotisserie, for spit-roasting chickens and dining Henry VIII style! ₹15,000, towerhousewares.co.uk METHVEN ALEXANDRIA 4-IN-1 INSTANT HOT WATER TAP This new tap from electric shower experts Methven serves up cold water but, more importantly, hot water at seven preset temperatures including ‘near-boiling’. You also have the option of the water being filtered or non-filtered. ₹79,900, methvenhottap.com KITCHENAID BREAD BOWL WITH BAKING LID One bowl to rule them all, this lets you mix your dough in your KitchenAid mixer, then prove it and, finally, cook it – it’s oven proof and has…

Nobody has sent Guru anything interesting so far this month. Clearly his reign as a high-level influencer has some to an end. He has, though, been repeatedly offered the Balldo (which offers to transform one’s plums into a secondary wang) and the Galactic Cap (a mini prophylactic that you literally glue to the tip of your old chap) and has refused both offers for obvious reasons. Okay, GaGu has stopped shuddering and his junk has now emerged from his abdomen, so let’s talk about other personal investments. Guru has a tiny amount of play money sitting in cryptocurrency, because he likes making himself feel guilty about furthering his ongoing destruction of the environment. He has, because he trusts nobody, stored his database of nonsense tokens in a physical offline device…

1 DELL XPS 15 OLED This year, the flagship XPS 15 comes with a shiny new stunner of a screen, alongside the usual XPS offerings – you know, powerful innards, elegant woven chassis, and all the other premium trimmings. The new OLED display is such eye-candy, delivering deep blacks and colours so vibrant, you might not be able to stop staring at your screen. From ₹2,09,899, dell.com 2 iPAD PRO We love having our tablet next to our computer for multitasking. But the M1-supercharged iPad Pro isn’t merely for checking your planner, responding to emails and streaming shows while pretending to be productive. This is essentially another laptop capable of handling intensive creative tasks, only more convenient to take to the couch for a bit of respite from your desk.…

1 SONY PS-LX310BT Wireless turntables aren’t just good for sending music straight to your headphones – with a speaker like the Mu-so Qb 2 they’re a great way to add on even more sources of beautiful sound. Sony’s automatic belt-driven spinner is plug-and-play and absolutely packed with features – great for vinyl pros and beginners alike. ₹20,000, sony.co.uk 2 NAIM UNITI ATOM Already big on hi-fi gear? Put the Mu-so Qb in one room and make the most of your existing speakers in another with Naim’s acclaimed hi-res streaming amp. Electrically isolated inside and fully compatible with Naim’s multiroom smarts, it’s a great way to tie your entire audio setup together. ₹1,99,900, naimaudio.com 3 HOMEPOD MINI The Mu-so Qb 2 plays nice with both Google Home and Apple’s Siri, so…

A Mixed Bag The details of union budget 2022 are slowly trickling in even as I pen down this note. While we are not quite clear on the details yet, if we look at the tech and gadget industry in isolation, the mood seems largely upbeat. Understandably, customs duty concessions are on the cards to promote wearables, in addition to certain mobile phone components. A battery swap policy is to be implemented for promoting EVs, which sounds encouraging. Another breakthrough is how ‘Blockchain’ has finally entered the official narrative in a prominent way. We still need to see how these evolve in practice, considering the component shortage that has gripped the industry. Coming to the contents of this issue, we are fresh from the Consumer Electronics Show, and the hybrid…

BUTTON DETAILED OVERCOAT WITH BELT If classic dark is your style, this contemporary formal wear adds a dash of elegance to your official outings and parties. Combine this 100 percent polyester full sleeve overcoat with a bodycon dress and boots for a perfect winter look. ₹6,990, kazo.com WOOL TWEED NEHRU JACKET WITH LINING Nehru jackets are much happening, and this straight style, round neck one oozes class. With full sleeves and lining, this can be combined with any dress in a formal buttoned-up or a more casual front open style to make a statement wherever you go. ₹3,999, fabindia.com CABLE KNIT HIGH NECK PULLOVER If you prefer knitted winterwear for a rugged style on your casual expeditions and daily commute, this maroon high-neck pullover will serve you well. Pair this…

CYBEX ANORIS T Setting new industry standards, the Anoris T from Cybex claims to offer approximately 50% more protection than conventional forward-facing seats thanks to its integrated airbag technology and is at least as safe as rearfacing seats. ₹55,995, cybex-online.com NUNA SENA AIRE TRAVEL COT Convenient to use, cosy and comfy, this travel cot will have your baby sleep like a… well… baby. To fold and unfold, just push down or pull up from the middle with one hand, and you’re ready to go. ₹23,000, nunababy.com BABYBJÖRN MOVE MESH CARRIER Ergonomic, user-friendly and flexible, you can carry your baby in style with BabyBjörn. The baby carrier is simple to put on, while the built-in back support and airy 3D mesh fabric keeps things cool and comfortable. ₹13,000, babybjorn.co.uk…

CITROËN AMI The Ami and its delivery version the Ami Cargo aren’t cars: they’re something much more interesting. In much the same way Citroën’s Pierre-Jules Boulanger invented the 2CV to give farmers a better form of transport than a horse and cart, the Ami is here to improve city travel. Its 8bhp motor delivers an impressive top speed of 28mph and you can get over 45 miles out of a three-hour charge, but the real innovation here is its tiny size: it has a turning circle of just 7.2m and it’s only 2.4m long. And it’s cheap. Really, really cheap. In France it’s €3,000 down and €20 a month. citroen.co.uk BOLLINGER B1/B2 If electric vehicles are going to convince middle America, they’ll need to include pick-up trucks – and come…

NAIM MU-SO QB 2ND GEN ₹74,900, naimaudio.com WE’RE IMPRESSED The sound quality is truly wonderful. Its dimensions are pretty compact, and there are different colour options. Plus it has top-tier streaming and file support. WE’D IMPROVE There’s no aptX Bluetooth, and it can’t offer true stereo. THE LAST WORD The Naim Mu-so Qb (2nd Gen) not only knocks it out of the park, but right out of the state. Music is so detailed, so finely balanced, so perfectly timed – and comes out of something so compact. If you love music and need a flexible Wi-Fi speaker that can fit on a shelf or desk easily, this is the best choice, no question. BOWERS & WILKINS ZEPPELIN ₹69,900, bowerswilkins.com WE’RE IMPRESSED Revealing, expansive sound; ample streaming options; useful app. WE’D…

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₹1,83,195, audio-technica.co.in Audio-Technica has launched its flagship in-ear hybrid multi-driver headphones in India. The ATH-IEX1 is not your standard headphone, but a premium offering that features a detachable connector. The Audio-Technica ATH-IEX1 comes in a premium hard carrying case. The housing is constructed with sturdy titanium and has been hand-polished to give a shining anodised finish. The housing might appear a bit heavy to hold but would feel light once it is fitted in the ear. If you are used to normal in-ear headphones, this can feel a bit tricky to fit, but once you find the optimal position, you would certainly like the secure and comfortable fit. Audio-Technica has included silicone eartips in four sizes and three sizes of foam eartips (S/M/L) to ensure a perfect fit. The perfect…

From ₹44,990 (Power combo), dji.com Cameras come in all sizes and shapes, ranging from large format giants to button-sized cameras with Bluetooth modules. Action cameras have carved themselves a special place among this mélange, with high-definition videos and state-of-the-art features. The Action 2 is the second version of DJI’s action cameras. The Action 2 has a refined and unique design, unlike the Osmo Action, DJI’s first action camera, which broadly resembled GoPro’s Hero series cameras. The latest version has a square cross section with a lightweight aluminium alloy body. The device measures only 3.9 x 3.9 x 2.2 cm and weighs just 56 grams. The Action 2 has an innovative magnetic locking system to attach the camera with any of the wide range of accessories available. The camera unit is…

BREMONT, LIMITED EDITION LONGITUDE Paying tribute to Great Britain’s role in clock and watchmaking, the Longitude houses the brand’s first manufactured movement from its new ENG300 movement series. ₹20,99,500, bremont.com CHRISTOPHER WARD, C60 CONCEPT Inside the polished 42mm Grade 2 Titanium case is the latest development of the company’s in-house-designed SH21 calibre. It features a 120-hour power reserve and ultra-refined finishing. ₹3,49,500, christopherward.com NOMOS GLASHÜTTE, ORION 33 GOLD Harking back to an early Glashütte masterpiece – a simple watch with a highly polished dial and applied indexes. As a gift, it can be personalised with an engraving on the sapphire crystal caseback. ₹1,68,000, nomos-glashuette.com OMEGA, SPEEDMASTER CHRONOSCOPE This takes the legendary Speedmaster design and combines it with inspiration from the ’40s. The silvery dial is printed with three distinctive timing…

NIKE METCON 7 Now in its seventh iteration, the new Metcon features resilient React foam to provide more comfort and stability for cardio workouts as well as general cross-training. The new tab lock system holds the laces firmly so they won’t get untied halfway through a box jump session. Perfect. ₹11,495, nike.com REEBOK NANO X1 GROW VEGAN The Nano X1 GROW turns Reebok’s signature Flexweave knit upper into something more sustainable without compromising on comfort. The ReeGrow midsole features a plant-based Castor Bean Floatride Energy Foam composite that feels responsive and peppy. ₹11,999, sportsshoes.com UNDER ARMOUR HOVR APEX 3 The Apex 3 is a dependable pair of cross-training shoes that’ll handle everything you throw at them during workouts while looking great inside and outside of the gym. They feel stable,…

Tej Nath Zar was one of the few producers who remained loyal to Shankar after Jaikishan’s death. His first venture ‘Vachan’ starring Shashi Kapoor and Vimi was gravely affected by Vimi’s sudden death. The movie flopped when released in 1974 but Shankar Jaikishan’s music was a hit with numbers like ‘Dil ka guldasta’ and ‘Jawani mast hai nazar’ hitting the charts. Zar recovered from the ‘Vachan’ debacle and launched ‘Garam Khoon’ starring Vinod Khanna, Sulakshna Pandit, Bindu and Helen. ‘Garam Khoon’ also took a fair time in production and was released in 1980. The film had a trite script and met with an average response at the box office. The saving grace was Shankar’s music. All the SJ traits were there like three antras, tuneful preludes and interludes and super…

It’s tempting to wade in here and make some grandiose statement about the era of hi-fi being over. But that wouldn’t be quite right. Audiophile hardware is only getting better, vinyl is back on the rise, and there’s nothing quite like building your own system. That said, the smart speaker market has evolved to such an extent that it has all but unseated the concept of complex hi-fi separates for many of us. For a start, a smart speaker is a quick way to get your hands on serious quality. Even at the lower end, they exhibit a remarkable amount of poise; premium wireless speakers, tuned and engineered for fantastic sound, stand almost statuesque above them. Seriously: if you’ve never wrapped your ears around a high-end speaker, you don’t know…

A smart speaker is all about filling your space with sound, so that particular space is the first thing you should think about. Actually producing enough volume isn’t generally difficult – an Echo Dot can fill a room, after all – but making the most of your walls and the air between them is important. Many more advanced smart speakers feature the same kind of room calibration as you’ll find in AV receivers, and the more competent this is, the more your speaker will be able to compensate for echo, dead spots, and awkward placement. As much as room calibration can help, though, placement is still important. You’ll likely want your smart speaker to live somewhere relatively central in order to make the most of it. Maybe you’ll pick something…

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