Innehållsförteckning för August 2023 från T3 India

We’re not for one second suggesting that cranking up the sustainability stakes of your next holiday will offset any air miles. That said, in an era of abundant greenwashing, a growing number of hotels, bars and destinations are going above and beyond, and identifying the places that are doing so no longer requires an environmental science degree. Love to scuba dive? PADI’s new Eco Center designation is a great example. Launched in early 2023, the scheme highlights dive centres championing environmental causes. The first round of new designees includes Ceningan Divers, an Indonesian centre that’s bagged many sustainability awards, and Costa Rica’s Oceans Unlimited centre, which runs an innovative coral restoration programme. Hotels are continuing to do their bit, too. Heading to Singapore? Consider checking in to the new Pan…

Q Can I really make movies with an iPhone? A Reader, many have, and not only with modern iPhones. 2014’s Uneasy Lies the Mind dragged a 90-minute feature out of a crusty iPhone 5, for instance. But that film’s secret wasn’t the sensor it was using, although the shallow depth of field certainly didn’t hurt: it was the cinematic lenses strapped on front. You can pick up affordable lens kits for around B2,500, though the results won’t necessarily be great given that you’ve cheaped out, again, you awful miser. Moment makes a number of pro-quality lenses that clip on to a drop-in lens mount and expand the already rather decent video abilities of modern iPhones. They’re available in the UK through Fjorden (fjorden.co), which also happens to make a grip…

Do we need to change the way we expect music to sound through stereo headphones? For over 60 years, ever since John C Koss invented them, they’ve basically been a pair of stereo speakers on your head. Though successful, they’re a rather unrealistic way of hearing the musical world. Imagine you’re recording a vocal with a microphone a few inches away from the singer’s face. An audio mixer places this recording somewhere on a line between left and right to recreate a stereo image of the performance. Play it back on speakers and you achieve a reasonably similar perspective on the music. But all that changes when you’re listening on headphones. That singer’s voice is now transplanted into the middle of your head. You’re truly involved in the performance but…

T3 India as a magazine/ezine rightly focuses on products that are new and under development. This, of course, does not suggest or imply that everything old is bad and outdated. The pace at which technology moves, demands that we cover all product developments for our readers. In few cases, this means going back to the past. Look at the worldwide revival of turntables. Only 20 years ago, the turntable was consigned to the dustbin. Today, pressing plants are hard pressed to meet the demand. The area where retro is most in demand is music – both Western and Indian, and T3 India seeks to address this gap. We hope you enjoy this section.…

Technology is revolutionizing the beauty industry, creating a more inclusive and diverse beauty landscape that appeals to people of all genders. It breaks down traditional gender stereotypes and embraces beauty and skincare as a universal experience. Beauty tech gadgets have become powerful tools for self-expression and self-care, transcending societal boundaries. These innovative devices, virtual tools, and connected apps are transforming the way we approach skincare and beauty routines. They offer personalized experiences, convenience, and enhanced results. Moreover, the integration of technology and sustainability is paving the way for eco-friendly beauty tech solutions that prioritize both efficacy and environmental consciousness. Virtual try-on tools enable experimentation with different looks without the need to purchase multiple products. Additionally, some beauty tech devices offer at-home alternatives to costly professional treatments, reducing the need for…

The first liftoff came much earlier than expected. As I kneeled on my Fliteboard AIR, a more forgiving model for inexperienced eFoilers like me, the water suddenly felt less choppy than before. Glancing down, I saw the board hovering over the water like a magic carpet. I was instantly hooked. eFoiling is one of those activities I always wanted to try. I’m sure you’ve seen those incredible images/videos of people riding these surfboard-like machines, effortlessly flying above the water, and thought: “I’ll put this on my bucket list!” I did precisely that. I wrote a recent article about the launch of Fliteboard’s latest Series 3 boards, hoping that one day I’d get to try them. But as it happens, I didn’t have to wait until I grew old to try…

The Seltos has been one of the best-looking SUVs on Indian roads with an aggressive T stance and sporty persona. With the new Seltos Facelift, also known as Seltos 2023, Kia has added some advanced technology including ADAS Level 2. T3 had a chance to drive the new Seltos from Nagpur to Pench Tiger Reserve and back, putting all these futuristic tech to test. The Kia Seltos 2023 is available in three engine options. Apart from the existing Smartstream G1.5 naturally aspirated petrol engine with 6-speed manual and IVT transmission options and 1.5l CRDi diesel engine with 6-speed IMT and Torque Converter Automatic transmission options, Kia has introduced the Smartstream G1.5 Turbo GDi petrol engine with 6-speed IMT and 7-speed DCT options. The Turbo petrol engine produces 160 ps of…

Whether you’re an Apple fan or not, the Cupertino company’s major WWDC 2023 showcase revealed a whole new product category in the form of its Vision Pro AR headset – and I think it’s got some TV-beating features that make it really compelling as a cinema-lover’s dream machine. Sure, popping some pricey goggles over your face isn’t exactly the same as parking yourself on the couch and hitting a TV remote, but Apple’s all-new product does bring with it some major selling points that I’ve broken down into a top three below. First of all: 3D. Hear me out here – I know TVs dropped 3D from their feature sets years ago but was that a premature move? You only need to look at record-breaking Avatar: The Way of Water…

HOW WE TEST In T3, we feature only the finest gadgets out there, and we believe that you – our loyal reader – deserve only the best tech in your life. We don’t want you to waste time, and money, on inferior products, and that’s exactly why our Tested section exists. In here you’ll find only the latest and hottest tech. Each product has been handpicked and tested by T3’s experts. We only choose people with special knowledge for each test, so you know you’re going to get an outcome based on many years of experience in their respective field. As well as our traditional five-star rating system (right), we also give out awards to particularly exceptional gadgets, using the line-up below - so when you spot one of these,…

₹14,400, amazon.in Gaming accessories have been hot products in the market, and mechanical keyboards have a certain charm that cheap membrane keyboards do not offer. Razer’s gaming keyboards have been among some of the best available. The Huntsman V2 Tenkeyless is one of the flagship-level gaming keyboards. The Huntsman V2 is a wired keyboard with a detachable Type-C USB cable. The included cable is braided for longevity. Being a Tenkeyless (TKL) keyboard, the Huntman V2 is compact without the number pad (numpad) and hence can fit on cramped desk tops. The keyboard comes with a leatherette wrist rest, which is a separate unit. The keyboard feels sturdy with an aircraft-grade aluminium top plate and PBT keycaps. The adjustable feet allow you to set the device at two angles of inclination.…

Who doesn’t love a hot cup of coffee in the morning? Well, millions of us do, with the UK drinking approximately 98 million cups of coffee a day. But, despite our love for coffee, how much are you willing to spend to fuel your caffeine addiction? If your budget is over B80,000, we might have found the perfect espresso coffee machine for you. Announced at the London Coffee Festival earlier this year, Smeg’s latest product release is the Smeg Espresso Coffee Machine with Grinder and Milk Frother (B84,995, smeguk.com), and it looks pretty cool, too. It has a similar retro-inspired design that the brand is synonymous with. Available in six colours, including black, white, red, cream, pastel blue and pastel green, it features stainless steel accents, the iconic Smeg logo…

It’s probably a little late for us to drive the Nexon EV Max. However, as one of the I most practical and popular electric cars on Indian roads, we believe there is no time limit to test this car. Moreover, we got the chance to take this EV around for a full week, mostly driving in heavy rains with the wipers and AC on most of the time, even squeezing in some night driving. Tata Motors has updated the Nexon EV Max with a new 10.25-inch high-definition infotainment system that gives access to wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. However, the media review units with these improvements are not available yet, and hence we received the top XZ+ Lux trim with the older 7-inch display and wired Android Auto and…

₹69,990, rog.asus.com/in If you grew up in the 80s and 90s, you would understand the craze for handheld gaming I consoles back then, though those were quite different from the powerful and high-definition consoles that are available today. Globally, the Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck have dominated handheld gaming console market so far. Now Asus has brought ROG Ally to India, and this one is a complete portable gaming solution with multi-platform support. The ROG Ally offers the convenience of a portable gaming device with the powerful hardware comparable to a desktop, and with the added functionality of Windows 11. Yes, you heard it right. Windows doesn’t offer a dedicated platform optimised for gaming, and hence the ROG Ally in reality, offers full-fledged Windows desktop experience with the handheld controls…

₹39,999 (Reno10 Pro); ₹54,999 (Reno10 Pro+), oppo.com/in Oppo’s Reno series has always included the best cameras in the brand’s inventory, along O with powerful hardware. The Reno10 Pro-series includes two models, the Reno10 Pro and the Reno10 Pro+. Understandably, the plus variant tops specs with the best hardware including the top cameras on offer, while the Pro variant has similar features, but with less powerful hardware. Both the Pro devices look similar and are available in Glossy Purple and Silver Grey colours. Oppo sent us both the review units in Glossy Purple. Both the devices use 3D curved display and similar design elements on five faces, the difference is in the camera bumps. While both the phones have stadium-shaped camera bumps housing three cameras. While the Reno10 Pro has the…

₹4,799, PS5 Final Fantasy series has garnered a loyal fan base F since the introduction of the first game back in 1987. Over the years, the anthology not only experimented with the storyline but also the combat and gameplay features. The latest instalment - Final Fantasy XVI builds on the real-time combat system of its predecessor but brings story to the forefront making the game fun for long-time fans and accessible to new players. Final Fantasy XVI takes place in a fictional region called Valisthea that houses different realms as they fight for survival against the blight and the control of mothercrystals, which is the main source of magic for all kingdoms. The whole Valisthean setup gives a Games of Thrones-ey vibe given the portrayal of complex relationships and overall…