T3 India October 2023

STEAMBOX Sure. Microwaves may already be a perfectly adequate way to warm up your lunch. But microwaves also aren’t exactly known for their portability – if you want to chow down on your katsu curry out in the countryside or your bolognese on the bus, you’re out of luck. Step forward the Steambox: this self-heating lunch box will use steam to reheat your rations to the perfect temperature. Just add a splash of water to its reservoir, set how long you want it to warm your munchables in five-minute intervals and piping hot food can be yours wherever you are. And thanks to its capacious battery, it can heat up to three meals on a single charge – perfect for warming up multiple courses during that camping trip. ₹22,000, steam-box.com…

As I prepare for my annual ‘runcation’ to Vietnam this year to participate in the Hanoi Marathon, I am delighted to share a feature on my most memorable ultra endurance race - the Marathon des Sables (MDS). Long distance running is quite similar to life as it’s filled with ups and downs and unanticipated surprises even if you try to do everything with textbook perfection. Another of my favourite hobbies is featured this month - something which I had promised earlier - a comprehensive explainer on everything you need to know about home coffee brewing. And we are just getting started! In the coming months, we will deep dive into coffee-making hardware to help you make that perfect cuppa at home. I can personally assure you it’s a hell of…

ZOTAC ZBOX E & C SERIES MINI PCS ₹TBA, zotac.com.in The Magnus One receives a generational leap in power and performance, while the Zotac Zbox E series, powered by the 13th Generation Intel Core i7-13700 CPU and the ZOTAC GAMING GeForce RTX 4070 graphics card, making it capable of handling AAA titles at 1440p. These mini gaming PCs can easily fit behind a monitor, and to cool them the E series is equipped with a powerful fan, while the C series gaming PC features a passive cooling solution. The Zotac Zbox C series is more flexible in terms of configurations and comes with Intel Core i3/i5/i7 processors. Despite their compact size, they offer a variety of I/O connectivity options, including USB 3.1 ports, full-sized HDMI, and DisplayPort options, and also…

As I celebrate the 10th anniversary of my most memorable race, I heard news about the 12th Indian crossing the finish line in the 37th edition of Marathon Des Sables (Marathon of the Sands). It brought back a flood of memories. The toughest foot race on earth is a title often associated with the MDS, which might be debatable as there are many ultra endurance events which make similar claims. There are a lot of things which make MDS unique, extremely difficult and special. It is one of the oldest ultra marathons in the world. It had successfully completed the 29th edition. But what makes it special is the terrain and climate, one of the harshest in the world. Sahara desert provides a mix of terrain, majority being sand dunes,…

ESSENTIALS FOR WINTER WANDERINGS SOUNDCORE BY ANKER LIBERTY 4 NC NOISE CANCELLING EARBUDS Whether you’re heading to the Maldives or the mountains, block out unwanted in-flight audio with Soundcore by Anker’s new earbuds, which reduce external noise by up to 98.5%. ₹8,100, amazon.co.in HELLY HANSEN WOMEN’S AURORA SHIELD FLEECE Heading to the slopes but travelling light? Stash Helly Hansen’s zip-up fleece in your carry-on – it’s great for plane journeys, and a perfect mid-layer on the mountain, too. ₹14,000, hellyhansen.com SALOMON’S S/PRO SUPRA BOA 120 SKI BOOTS This winter, many ski brands are launching their first BOA ski boots – ones with ratchet-style systems that make tightening boots a breeze. We recommend these. ₹53,000, salomon.com The Maldives is hard to beat for winter sun. The Amari Raaya Maldives resort, which…

We got to check out the TVS X electric scooter at a fancy event in Dubai, and it’s aiming to change the world of electric transportation. Here’s what you need to know in simpler terms: Impressive Design: The TVS X is built with a tough frame made from a special kind of aluminum alloy called the Xleton frame. This makes it super sturdy and durable. The design is smart, too, with a subframe that uses space efficiently. It’s also built to be aerodynamic, which means it moves through the air with ease. Plus, it keeps important parts cool while performing well. Powerful Motor: Under the TVS X’s stylish exterior is a strong 7-kW motor (which can go up to 11-kW at its peak). This powerful motor lets the scooter reach…