Innholdsfortegnelse for June 2023 i T3 India

This is the rebirth of an icon for those 80s and 90s kids who grew up following the rally culture in India. In fact, it is not common knowledge that what we know as Gypsy, was the second generation Jimny in its global avatar. The 4th generation debuted in 2018 with the 3-door version. The 5-door variant was unveiled in this year’s Auto Expo and T3 had the chance to drive this compact off-roader in the valleys and riverbeds of Dehradun. The five-door Jimny’s design mimics the three-door with the gunmetal grey grille with chrome plated openings, lumber black scratch-resistant bumpers and clamshell bonnet. With the extended wheelbase, trapezoidal wheel arch extensions and round headlamps, the Jimny presents a design language that is quite likeable, though not as intimidating, or…

Thanks to the advancements of smart security cameras, protecting and monitoring your home has never been easier. From detecting motion, allowing you to communicate with visitors and streaming live footage directly to your phone, security cameras can do it all… and this is an understatement when it comes to the new Arlo Pro 5 (B21,999, arlo.com,). The Pro 5 is the latest security camera offering from home security specialist, Arlo. Something Arlo wanted to focus on with the new Arlo Pro 5 was improving the camera’s colour and quality to scare and catch intruders. Arlo has done this with its new colour night vision. Featuring a 12 bit colour sensor, this new advancement delivers 60 billion colours, which is 100 times better than the human eye. Combined with a powerful…

Godrej, or more precisely, Godrej and Boyce Pvt. Ltd., has been a trusted name in locks, leaving behind a 125-year legacy. Be it the mortise locks for your door or the Navtal series of padlocks for your gate, Godrej has built a strong reputation in Indian home security sector. The Catus series of digital locks offer some sophisticated locking methods that mechanical locks cannot provide. The Catus Touch series of locks are currently available in three models — Touch, Touch Pro, and Touch Plus — offering three different levels of access. The Touch Plus is the most advanced of these, offering 4-in-1 access, namely biometric (fingerprint), password, RFID card, and a mechanical key in case of an emergency. The password can be four to 12 digits long for enhanced security.…

1 SAGE FOODCYCLER If your compost bin is getting a bit much to deal with, the Foodcycler could be the ideal solution. It grinds up and bakes your food waste, turning into what Sage calls ‘EcoChips’. These vastly reduce its volume and smell, and can (after a while) be mixed with your existing soil to give it an extra nitrogen, potassium and phosphorus boost. ₹42,000, sageappliances.com 2 SENUA SOIL SENSOR Although the rain likely won’t allow your borders to dry out for even a second, you can never tell what the British weather is going to do to when summer comes around. If you’re trying to save water, as you should, a smart soil sensor is the best way beyond a deep finger poke to see just how little moisture there is…

1 SWAN COLUMN PATIO HEATER If you’ve ever cowered under a gas-powered patio heater on a cold evening you’ll know their effective range is limited at best, and most of that energy ends up wasted. Infra-red, though, provides heat to everything that light touches, and this super-elegant anodised aluminium column heater can blast out 2000W of pure glorious warmth. ₹21,500, swan-brand.co.uk 2 HUE IMPRESS OUTDOOR PEDESTAL LAMP Brightening up a path, highlighting a corner, just sitting there looking pretty; there’s not much the appropriately-named Impress lamp can’t do, at least in the realm of lighting. It can add a splash of colour or employ your choice of white shade, and it’s ready to work with Hue’s effects feature if you want to get fancy. ₹17,000, philips-hue.com 3 RUSTY BARREL BELGRAVIA COCKTAIL MAKING SET…

5 FOREO LUNA MINI 3 www.amazon.in ₹30,383 This Multi-zone brush head provides precision cleansing with the help of thicker touchpoints along with gentle cleansing of sensitive areas with the help of thinner, ultra-hygienic silicone touchpoints. Not only does it include well-designed features ranging from a quick-press 30-second Glow Boost mode, T-Sonic pulsations to 12 different intensities to choose from, but is also waterproof for use in bath or shower, provides up to 400 uses per full charge and it comes with a 2-year limited manufacturer’s warranty. 6 REVLON VOLUMIZER HAIR DRYER www.amazon.in ₹10,099 With up to 1100 Watt power providing the right amount of heat and the presence of negative ions to saturate the airflow, the Revlon Salon One-step hair dryer embodies the best features of a dryer and a styler.…

When the standard Autel Evo Nano came out, it blew us away with its smooth flight characteristics and unbelievable camera. The Evo Nano+ is the exact same drone bar the camera, which puts it in a whole other class when it comes to shooting aerial videography and photography. Before we get to flight performance, we should address an issue that has had some critics in a bit of a tizz – namely the Evo Nano+’s ability to fly in strong winds. We can appreciate their concern to some degree because we know what it’s like getting a drone back in a headwind. But this titchy thing only weighs 249g – how could it possibly fly efficiently in a gale where tree branches are in full sway? Wind aside, what’s this…

From ₹2,69,990, rog.asus.com/in The Strix Scar series includes professional, high-performance gaming laptops. T The 2023 models were unveiled at the CES, and we received the ROG Strix Scar 17 (G733PY) for review. The 2023 Strix Scar 17 shows off its rich gaming pedigree in every design element. The lid has a matte finish with an illuminated ROG logo, while the Aura sync accents around the base of the chassis illuminate from power up. The large keyboard offers per-key illumination with personalised profiles like static, breathing, strobing, colour cycle, and rainbow. The shortcut buttons are large and accessible. The keyboard offers much relief, thanks to the spacing between the keys. Asus claims that the keyboard switches are rated for over 20 million key presses. The keypad houses five dedicated, customisable gaming…

Oneplus.in, ₹37,999 onwards (additional ₹7,999 for keypad and ₹4,999 for Stylo) We reviewed the top end halo green matte colour tablet combined with a well coordinated magnetic keypad and a digital stylus named Stylo. The OnePlus tab comes with 11.6-inch screen and 144Hz refresh rate, Dolby Atmos-powered quad-speaker set-up, MediaTek Dimensity 9000 system-on-chip, and 67W fast wired charging. It has all the required hardware specs, to make a great tablet. The tablet works perfectly for watching audio visual content, the quad speaker set does enhance the overall viewing experience, but on flights you will not be able to use a wired 3.5mm jack headset. It works seamlessly for most home and regular use cases, and is good enough if you don’t have to do some intense spreadsheet work. But it’s…

Prices vary; PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S A narrative-driven Star Wars game is what many wanted and the 2019 Star Wars: Jedi Fallen Order gave that to its loyal fans. Now building on the strong base laid down by the Fallen Order, the Star Wars: Jedi Survivor is the latest instalment in the Star Wars saga that continues Cal Kestis’ journey and his fight against the Empire. Playing the previous game is recommended but newcomers to the series will also fit right in as the game offers a quick recap at the start. It’s been five years since the events of the Fallen Order with Cal now arrested by the Empire. The arrest, however, turns out to be a ruse for the Jedi to extract more intel but the mission…

Q Why is my printer so bad? A GaGu has probably told you about the miserable year he spent doing telephone tech support for a company that made labels for sandwiches. Maybe he hasn’t. Honestly, he can’t remember, because his brain has been forever damaged by the ugly grind of fixing mission-critical printers operated by a cohort of almost exclusively tech-averse crust-slingers. That is to say, then, that Guru’s opinion on printers is both highly biased and based in harsh reality: these things are, for the most part, horrendous. Even GaGu, though, can find compassion in his heart for the poor engineers at HP, Canon et al, forced as they are to produce what amount to incredibly complex mechanical devices, but to do so using plastic gearing and ineffective parts…

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.…

1 SAHARA MINI GAS BBQ Whether you’re heating its cast iron grill from a patio gas bottle or whipping up a few remote sausages using the mini gas cartridge that can be stashed in its base, Sahara’s portable burner might be the most practical and pretty barbecue ever. You can set it up on any surface, and its lid even doubles as a chopping board or serving tray. ₹13,900, saharabbqs.com 2 OONI PIZZA OVEN GLOVES Fiddling with firewood? Prodding the coals? You might think it’s a mark of strength to do so bare-handed, but we’re quite fond of our fingers and wouldn’t dream of playing with hot stuff without Ooni’s tough-but-nimble gloves. Aluminium-lined with a leather outer and formed into fingers rather than clumsy mitts, they’re protection perfection. ₹3,000, ooni.com 3 KAMADO EGG…

As technology continues to advance, gadgets are becoming an integral part of everyday life, catering to the needs and interests of individuals from all walks of life. Women, in particular, are increasingly embracing the convenience, functionality, and style that modern gadgets offer. From smart wearables to cutting-edge beauty tools, the world of gadgets has something to offer for every modern woman. In this article, we will explore the top 13 gadgets that are specifically designed to enhance the lives of women, providing practical solutions to everyday challenges while adding a touch of sophistication to their lifestyles. Whether you’re a busy professional, a fitness enthusiast, a fashionista, or a beauty aficionado, these gadgets are sure to impress and empower women in their quest for a modern, tech-savvy lifestyle.…

1 Potensic Atom SE The Atom SE is aimed at budgeteers and offers 4K video at 30fps and 12MP still images. However, unlike the DJI and Autel drones, this one uses digital image stabilisation, which can be a bit hit and miss. ₹25,000, potensic.com SPECS Max speed 16m/s Max range 4km Max flight time 31 min Camera 13MP 1/3 inch CMOS; 4K, 2.7K, FHD 30fps, FHD 60fps video Connectivity USB-C, microSD Dimensions 300x242x58mm Weight under 249g 2 Autel Evo Nano+ The little Nano+’s shooter is equipped with a large 0.8-inch CMOS sensor capable of capturing razor-sharp 4K video and 50MP stills in lower light conditions than even the all-conquering DJI Mavic 3. ₹59,900, autelpilot.co.uk SPECS Max speed 15m/s Max altitude 4km above sea level Max range 10km Max flight time 28 min…

DJI MINI 2 SE Spoiler alert: the DJI Mini 2 SE is a superb sub-250g drone with an excellent gimbal and brilliant flight capabilities. The price is just right for the feature set. And from a flight performance point of view, it’s almost identical to the DJI Mini 2, and it only falls a little bit short in video capabilities – a small price to pay for significant savings. We were super impressed with the flying capabilities of the DJI Mini 2 SE. Not only does the drone have the same flying prowess as its more expensive sibling, the Mini 2, but it also has Level 5 wind resistance (up to 10.7m/s or 38 km/h) and ±0.1 m vertical and ±0.3 m horizontal hovering accuracy (with vision positioning). This, combined…

₹1,67,835, lenovo.com/in Nothing comes close to a convertible laptop when it is about versatility while travelling. N The Lenovo Yoga 9i is one such 2-in-1 device, and the latest series has been updated with 13th Gen Intel processors. The device offers a slim and light design weighing 1.4 kg and upwards, and measuring 15.2 x 318 x 230 mm. The laptop has an all-metal body with a matte-finished exterior decorated with a glossy rounded rim around the base. The oval pipe-shaped hinge has a glossy finish with speaker holes subtly indicating the soundbar hidden within. The build quality offers a lot of confidence in handling. The laptop offers a small power button at the right side with a status LED. A USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 full function port and a…

From ₹51,990, sony.co.in We have tried out quite a few TVs in the Bravia premium line-up in the past, which never failed to impress. The X75L is an affordable model in the Bravia series, and this model attempts to bring advanced features to the entry-level 4K LED TV market including gaming support. The X75L is available in 43, 50, 55, and 65 inch sizes, and boasts advanced dust, humidity, and surge protection including protection from multiple lightning strikes (up to 15kV). We received the 43-inch version and the unit has a thin bezel and slim stand. Unlike in premium OLED models, the stands have to be screwed in to the base. Build quality is commendable considering the price of the device. Sony has bundled a thin remote control unit that…

In 1853, India’s first passenger train journey took place and, one hundred and seventy years later, the country now has the world’s largest rail network. A number of new train journeys are continuing to make it both easier and cheaper for us to explore our favourite destinations. One example is the new European Sleeper train, which takes to the rails at the end of May 2023. The train will connect Berlin to Brussels via Amsterdam, and prices for the full 12-hour journey start from B4200 for a seat and from £95 for a bed in a deluxe sleeper cabin. The best bit? Over the coming years, several new long distance train services will slash travel times between Europe’s most popular cities. Italy’s national state-owned railway Trenitalia recently announced plans to…

WATERGEN GENNY One of the CES innovations of 2019 and 2020, Genny is a unique product from Israeli company Watergen that generates drinking water from air without requiring any plumbing. This innovative water-from-air device guarantees a steady supply of water generated from humidity in the air around you. Since it generates water from the air around, all that the Genny requires is an electric power socket. The Genny is capable of producing up to 30 litres of drinking water daily, depending on the temperature and humidity in its proximity. The device has been customised for home and office use with a form factor similar to tower-type water dispensers. Genny can in fact dispense hot and cold water throughout the day. The water goes through a unique filtration system using Watergen’s…

1 LAY-Z-SPA SINGAPORE AIRJET PLUS Despite boasting ample room for five participants (or, if you prefer your parties a little more cosy, six or seven) the thin walls of this drop-stitch tub mean it doesn’t take up too much space. You can switch it on (or set it heating up) via Wi-Fi, and it integrates Lay-Z-Spa’s Freeze Shield tech to ensure it’s ready to go all year round. ₹79,900, lay-z-spa.co.uk 2 SAMSUNG GALAXY BOOK3 PRO With any luck you’ll be enjoying the outdoors in glorious bright sunshine, but if you want to take some work (or a little Netflix) with you most laptops just won’t do. The Galaxy Book3 Pro, on the other hand, has perhaps the brightest screen we’ve ever seen on a Windows machine, slicing through those pesky photons. From…

POTENSIC ATOM SE A thoroughly enjoyable sub-250g drone, the Potensic Atom SE has easy-to-master controls and plenty of flying modes to choose from. The supposedly 4K camera is far from impressive, and footage stabilisation is a bit clunky, but beginner pilots on a budget should consider the Atom SE as their first (or next) drone. The Potensic Atom SE is a delight to fly. The controls are easy to master, and there are plenty of features to play around with. It’s also super responsive, with only a minimal delay between the control stick and the drone’s movement. Even if you’re not an ultra-experienced drone pilot, you’ll likely be able to fly the Atom SE easily. The Atom SE is super lightweight, so wind speed does dramatically affect the drone’s flight pattern.…

₹106,599, birdai.com Most of us are still in a hybrid work environment, and remote collaborations have increasingly become part of our lives. There are now more than one way to collaborate, but at the enterprise level, you need a reliable and fixed solution that can be deployed within a short span of time and that offers scalability in a conference room environment. Bird Hub is such a collaboration hub that is complete in itself, and yet can be deployed with minimum hassles. The Bird Hub can be attached to any display, even the ones with the slimmest bezels. I used it with a Sony Bravia TV on review. There are foam paddings on both the sides to keep the mount from causing any damage to the bezel or screen. A…

₹11,999, adidas.co.in We reviewed the all white Adizero SL running shoe and loved its simple and clean design. The first thing that struck us was how light the shoes were, compared to similar entry level performance running shoes, which tend to be a little heavier and not so flexible. The upper of the shoe is a soft but strong fabric mesh design, which makes the shoes quite breathable - this is important given the tropical weather in many parts of India. The upper of the shoe provides a snug fit and blister free comfort. One point to note is that these shoes are not suitable for people with broad feet. The tongue of the shoe is long and stays up firmly, but Adidas has provided thin shoe laces which feel…