Indholdsfortegnelse for February 2025 i T3 India

LEICA M11-D We tend to see digital and analogue photography as two very different beasts, but Leica doesn’t feel that things have to be that way. The company’s M11-D showcases that thought process, blending the two systems into a single high-powered camera. On the inside it’s all digital, boasting a full-frame BSI CMOS sensor with Leica’s Triple Resolution Technology that lets you snap 60MP, 36MP or 18MP shots. There’s also 256GB of internal storage and a USB-C port for connecting to other devices. Yet the design is an analogue throwback. There’s no digital display on the rear and you instead get a large mechanical dial for adjusting the camera’s ISO. The compact chassis, meanwhile, is a classic take on the cameras of yesteryear. So, if you find yourself hankering for…

PREMIUM PERFORMANCE NOHRD WEIGHTPLATE TOWER The NOHRD WeightPlate Tower is a sleek, space saving weight storage solution designed to organise your gym. Made from high-quality wood and steel, it holds up to eight plates, keeping your workout area tidy while adding style to your home gym. ₹2,34,900, waterrower.com TECHNOGYM RUN PERSONAL A luxury treadmill combining advanced technology with elegant Italian design, the Technogym Run Personal features a sleek aluminium frame, touchscreen display and silent motor. It’s ideal for fitness enthusiasts seeking both performance and style. ₹13,45,000, technogym.com STIL-FIT BIKE NERO ‘EDITION’ This premium exercise bike combines modern design with advanced functionality. Its sleek black finish, ergonomic construction and seamless integration with fitness apps make it a stylish and efficient choice for home workouts and cycling enthusiasts. ₹3.25,000, stil-fit.com SPEED UNLEASHED…

The Vision Pro mixed reality headset is probably one of the coolest devices to come out of Apple’s HQ in over a decade. The quality of the images you see through its twin displays is difficult to discern from reality, and the ability to add virtual elements to your real world is quite incredible. I’ve been using the Vision Pro now for a few weeks and I’m still amazed every time I put it on. Though most of the time I use it, I’m either sitting at my desk or on the sofa. So, when T3’s editor set me a challenge to wear it for a day, to see what happened, I jumped at the challenge. This wasn’t about not taking the headset off for 24 hours – that’s not…

YOU WORK 9 TO 5 Invest in a good-quality robot vacuum cleaner and you’ll save a huge amount of time and effort in keeping your home spick and even a little bit span – and with a bare minimum of maintenance involved. This is especially true if you work five to six days a week and the last thing you want to do in your spare time is traipse around the house pushing and pulling a vacuum cleaner. Get yourself a robot vac – especially one with a self-emptying bin system – and you’ll have far more time on your hands to binge on Netflix. YOU’RE NOT PHYSICALLY FIT Household vacuuming is an energy intensive chore that can be quite exhausting for those who aren’t as physically fit as they…

The BenQ TK710STi represents an exciting evolution in the gaming projector space, T bringing laser technology to a more accessible price point while maintaining the performance that gamers demand. The TK710STi maintains BenQ’s characteristic clean industrial design with a white and gray color scheme that would look at home in any modern setup. At 3.0 kg (6.6 lbs), it’s surprisingly portable for a laser projector, making it viable for gaming sessions away from home. The build quality is solid, with no creaking or flexing in the chassis. As a short-throw projector with a 0.69-1.0 throw ratio, the TK710STi offers flexible placement options. The inclusion of both vertical lens shift (±10 degrees) and 1.3x zoom provides good setup flexibility. I particularly appreciated the comprehensive keystone correction (±30° horizontal and vertical) for…

The Withings ScanWatch 2 doesn’t ask for attention-it T doesn’t need to. It’s premium build and sleek design gets noticed. I have lost count of the number of compliments I have received about how elegant it looks. Whether I’m suiting up for a client meeting or heading out for a casual evening, this watch fits in effortlessly with every plan and every outfit. The ScanWatch 2 wins big in the comfort department, its lightweight stainless-steel case, paired with a soft, high-quality strap, makes it one of those wear-it-and-forget-it watches. You can keep it on all day—and even through the night for sleep tracking without much of a thought. But its capability is what is a hidden differentiator. The sensors are among the most accurate I’ve seen on a smartwatch. From…

The big global news of the year is how China-origin Deep Seek r1 challenged the domination of US-based LLM platforms in the AI space. Deep Seek was able to produce better performing models at a fraction of GPU costs - a necessity converted into a virtue as China does not have access to latest generation GPUs due to US restrictions on NVIDIA. And the best part? Deep Seek made it open source and available for the rest of the world to build on the model for different use cases. This was a ground-up LLM model with a unique approach and not tinkering on existing models and approaches. The response from US-based supporters of big tech has been a little disappointing as they have engaged in propaganda and fear mongering, using…

U5S-MP WATCH Forget flashy – understated style is de rigueur this festive season so gift yourself an early Christmas present with an elegant watch in sage green. ₹73,000, mrporter.com BOW TIE Just because it’s the quintessential accessory for a black-tie event doesn’t mean you can’t jazz up a bow tie. Pair with a brightly coloured shirt or a tartan suit. ₹7,500, mrporter.com SILVA SHOES It may be sparkle season but we’d encourage you to break with tradition and step out in soft pink leather footwear. These shoes are perfect for both formal events and casual get-togethers. ₹45,000, paulsmith.com MAISON VELVET BLAZER If the dress code says ‘classic’, it’s time to whip out the velvet. This slim fit jacket is smart without being stuffy and the paisley lining is a charming…

Back in the early days of mass gadgetry, around the mid-2000s, I used to joke about how onerous it would be if our toasters and kettles became like our computers; devices that needed frequent updates to be downloaded and installed, and that’d swiftly become obsolete when they couldn’t run the latest operating system. Now, it’s become a reality. Everything seems potentially smart these days, and in need of software support, not only to avoid bugs and deliver the latest features, but to keep it safe when connected to the internet. The smart home has been called the next frontier for fraud and cybercrime and security updates have become a top priority when using everything from security cameras and baby monitors to smart speakers and tumble dryers. But how long should…

HI-DEF HEROES Give the all-clear 1 AMAZON FIRE TV OMNI QLED Crying out for 4K but feel like you don’t have the budget for it? You’re wrong: Amazon’s QLED is bright, bold, it supports all major HDR formats, and it’s affordable enough that it might even make its way into a teenager’s bedroom. It even supports features like VRR and ALLM, meaning it’s a very competent option for gaming. From ₹38,000, amazon.co.uk 2 GOOGLE PIXEL 9 PRO We’re not sure why it’s so hard to find cameras that film 8K when phones can do the trick. Or, at least, do a trick. Google’s AI addled handset includes Video Boost, which does some interpolation magic to upscale your shots to full 8K when you desire it. The results are pure wizardry…

Let’s face it, if there’s a way to make our daily lives easier and less time consuming and someone suddenly invents a machine that performs a particular household task for us, we’ll bite their arm off. Indeed, most of us have probably already got a dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer doing all the hard graft, so why not go the whole nine yards and include a machine that sweeps the floors, automatically, on its own, with almost zero human effort? The historic timeline of robotic vacuum cleaners goes way back to 1997 when BBC’s Tomorrow’s World featured an early prototype of 2001’s Electrolux Trilobite, the world’s first commercially-available robot vacuum cleaner. This autonomous domestic bot was so futuristic it even boasted obstacle-avoiding ultrasonic sensors. Soon after, iRobot launched its…

The OnePlus 13R is the latest addition to OnePlus’s lineup, aiming to strike a balance between premium features and affordability. Designed for power users who demand performance without breaking the bank, the 13R promises to deliver a flagship-like experience. The OnePlus 13R arrives in a sleek, minimalist box that reflects the brand’s signature style. Inside, you’ll find the phone, a Type-A to C cable, a 80W SuperVOOC charging adapter, a SIM Tray Ejector tool, and a grippy, charcoal grey protective case. Right out of the box, the 13R feels premium with its matte glass back. The phone is slim (0.80 cm) lightweight (206 grams), and comfortable to hold (7.58 cm width) making it ideal for one-handed use. The 6.78-inch 1.5K 120 Hz ProXDR display is a visual treat. The colors…

The Amazfit Balance positions itself as a hybrid smartwatch that bridges the gap between dedicated T sports watches and everyday smartwatches. The watch features a 1.5-inch AMOLED display that’s brighter than your future, with impressive specs - 480 x 480 resolution and effective automatic brightness adjustment. However, there’s a catch - unlike premium competitors, it lacks sapphire glass protection. The aluminum frame keeps the weight down to just 35g, and at 10.6mm thin with a 46mm case diameter, it maintains a sleek profile while offering enough screen real estate for easy viewing. The rotating crown, while functional for navigation, feels less robust than the rest of the build. Think of it as the sensitive artist in a family of athletes - it gets the job done, but requires gentler handling…

GITAMINIR ROBOT $2,475 (₹2,13,333), piaggiofastforward.com Unlike traditional carts or backpacks, gitamini operates autonomously, trailing behind its owner while navigating various terrains. The device is ideal for anyone looking to reduce the physical burden of carrying loads while maintaining a hands-free lifestyle. An innovative, hands-free automated mini robot designed to simplify how we transport small loads. Combining cutting-edge technology with convenience, this sleek robotic companion transforms errands, leisure outings, and work tasks into seamless experiences. T3 SAYS: An innovative product that addresses practical challenges with elegance. TECH-O-METER HONDA RIDING ASSIST TBA, global.honda A revolutionary motorcycle technology that incorporates self-balancing capabilities. It reduces the risk of low-speed falls, utilising robotic technology to enhance rider safety and comfort. The technology eliminates the need for heavy gyroscopes, instead using a simpler and lighter system…

I ’ve been using Apple’s Vision Pro headset for a couple of months now and it still impresses me every time I put it on (p56). Just last week I watched Submerged, Apple’s first scripted short film in an immersive video and it was incredible. It opens up possibilities for future creations and goes one beyond what IMAX can offer. Right now, watching movies is still my favourite use for VR/AR headsets. The games on the Meta Quest 3 are fun but being able to watch a film on a giant screen anywhere you like is a genuine reason to buy. I wore the Vision Pro on a flight to LA, and watched a few films using it. It was so much better than watching the in-built video screens, and…

VIDDE ALFA SNOWMOBILE Even snow mobiles are electric in 2024. This model from Vidde Mobility boasts a range of around 60 miles and a top speed of almost 70mph. Designed to carry a driver and passenger – and also tow up to 270kg – the Vidde Alfa can work in temperatures as low as -39C, and a data connection means it’s ready to receive over-the-air software updates. ₹21,80,000, viddemobility.com MAEVING RM1S Got your CBT but want something much, much cooler than a moped? Here’s the electric bike for you. Designed for urban duties but with enough power to handle the open road, the Maeving RM1S has a top speed of 70mph and it’ll manage up to 80 miles on a charge. From ₹7,49,500, maeving.com MOKE EV Want an EV summer…

The last year or so has seen an exponential increase in robot vac manufacturers bringing a slew of new products to market and, as a result, there’s never been such a bewildering assortment of machines to choose from. Whether you’re after a simple no-frills bot, a higher-end model capable of collecting pet hair before heading back to its cleaning station to have its bin automatically emptied, or a hybrid model that does everything from vac’ing to mopping to a full self-cleaning regime, we’ve found four stand-out models you should know about. BEST PREMIUM HYBRID VAC EUFY OMNI S1 PRO This high-end hybrid model is an excellent performer on hard floors and it comes with one of the most unique mopping systems, too. Instead of using a static mop or twin…

When the PlayStation 5 launched four years ago, it heralded a new era of gaming. Sony claimed it was capable of true next-gen features that sounded too good to be true – 8K gaming, ray tracing support and 4K 120Hz were all bandied, even badged on the box. Unfortunately, it turned out that they were indeed a tad fanciful. The original console was (and still is) capable of ray tracing and 4K 120Hz, but almost never at the same time, while 8K turned out to be just a crazy pipe dream. Now though we have a follow-up – a mid-generation console refresh that, like the PS4 Pro in 2016, improves on existing hardware to such an extent that games can be boosted to all-new levels of graphical performance. And it…

If you’re looking for the very best tech available today, you’ve definitely come to the right place. Best of the Best is the most useful gadget-buying guide you will ever encounter. To create it, we’ve extensively tested the best tech the world has to offer, to bring you rock-solid recommendations for your home life, daily commute and the tech you use all the time. In 21 different categories, we’ve chosen the top three products, so you can choose one that’s just the right mix of features and budget for what you need. These rankings come from real testing by our team of experts – they’re the products we’d choose for ourselves, and we can’t recommend any higher than that. PREMIUM PHONES APPLE IPHONE 15 PRO MAX ₹159,000, apple.com/in This flagship…