Innholdsfortegnelse for July 2024 i T3 India

Brussels-based Cowboy’s latest innovation, the Cross E-Bike (₹3,27,000, cowboy.com), aims to redefine urban and rural cycling. Featuring an inverted front fork and seat post suspension, it promises versatility for city streets and rugged trails. With a 50% increase in battery capacity, offering 540Wh and a range of 60-120km, plus a 3-hour charging time, it blends power and convenience. Plus, innovative software features like Live Challenges enhance the riding experience.…

Smart home technology has become the norm in most households. From smart displays that double as speakers and knowledge hubs to smart bulbs that set the mood, smart devices have definitely made people’s lives easier… but what about smart kitchen appliances? More and more kitchen appliances are getting the smart treatment, including air fryers, ovens, barbecues, coffee machines and fridges. The smart tech added to these appliances vary. For example, many air fryers and coffee machines have accompanying apps that offer recipe inspiration and cooking advice. Other larger appliances are even more advanced with their use of smart tech. Take Samsung, with its line of FamilyHub smart refrigerators that have a touchscreen that can play music, organise your calendar and make phone calls. Further still, the inside of the FamilyHub…

SONY XR-65X95L Sony’s sophomore mini-LED TVs are a big step up from the first – and end up delivering a near perfect TV experience. The 65-inch 65X95L’s mini-LED lighting joins forces with a more intelligent and effective local dimming system to handle the cinematic look of today’s premium TV shows with exceptional punch and refinement. Crucially, though, given that we’re not yet living in a fully 4K HDR TV world, the 65X95L also boasts class-leading upscaling of HD and SD content, making old, grubby broadcasts look like they were made yesterday. It backs up its gloriously consistent pictures, too, with a multi-speaker Acoustic Multi Audio system capable of delivering a big sound stage and accurately placed effects with the Dolby Atmos and surround sound mixes many TV shows now carry.…

TAG HEUER CARRERA CHRONOGRAPH No collection is complete without a chronograph, and this is one of the nicest chronographs on the market. Beautiful to look at, with a gorgeous reverse panda colour palette, this is a brilliant, retro-inspired watch. That domed sapphire crystal houses the entire dial, keeping things especially svelte within the 39mm steel case. Plus, with running seconds at the 6 o’clock position, chronograph dials at 3 and 9 and a date window at the 12 o’clock position, this is a beautifully balanced dial. If you’re on the hunt for a great automatic chronograph at a solid price, this is the way to go. ₹6,22,000, tagheuer.com TAG HEUER CARRERA DATE 29MM While current trends see women wearing much larger watches, there is still a lot to be said…

The Yale YDM 7116A Smart Lock in gold bronze we reviewed offers a range of unlocking options and features designed for convenience and security. Users can unlock the door using the One-touch Fingerprint Verification Method, Pin Code Access, or RFID Card Access, with three RFID cards included. Each of these options can accommodate up to 100 users. Additionally, Yale provides a mechanical key override with two keys for emergency use. Despite its smart features, the lock maintains the strength of a conventional lock with hardened SS 304 bolts. The Auto Lock feature is particularly useful, as it automatically locks the door five seconds after closing, ensuring you never have to worry about forgetting to lock it. This model also supports single-use temporary passwords for visitors. One impressive feature is the…

This month’s cover story focuses on smartphone photography. We identify the best smartphones with cameras and highlight those best suited for your unique requirements. Since there isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution, we narrow it down to the four best options available in the market. Smartphone manufacturers have been innovating at breakneck speed, both in hardware and in the use of AI tools and algorithms. While purists and professional photographers will continue to use DSLRs and mirrorless cameras, it’s in videography where the gap has significantly narrowed between flagship smartphones and specialized video-focused cameras, meeting most creator and non-professional needs. We also bring you a special feature on TVs to help you pick the right big screen for your requirements. We’ve grouped them into categories for movie nights, OTT shows, gaming, and…

SENNHEISER MOMENTUM SPORT As seen on our review on page 78, these earbuds merge premium sound with Polar’s fitness tech, featuring PPG heart rate and body temp sensors. You also get full access to Polar’s biosensing tech, and expert coaching. ₹TBC, sennheiser-hearing.com JABRA ELITE 8 ACTIVE Jabra’s Elite 8 Active earbuds redefine durability with MIL-810H-STD certification and IP68 rating, ensuring waterproof and dustproof performance. These compact buds offer ShakeGrip tech for a secure fit, Dolby Audio for lifelike sound and advanced noise-cancellation features. ₹22,000, jabra.com CLEER ARC II SPORT Cleer’s Arc II Sport has a flexible earhook hinge design and open-ear style, prioritising safety and environmental awareness. Features include lossless audio, powerful sound with 16.2mm neodymium drivers, a 6-axis motion sensor, IPX5 waterproof rating and anti-loss detection. ₹21,000, cleeraudio.com…

COLUMBIA WOMEN’S KONOS TRS OUTDRY HIKING SHOE Planning on pounding some city streets on your holiday? Columbia’s hi-tech new shoes have you covered. Our favourite feature is the heel-cradling Techlite+ midsole. ₹11,500, columbiasportswear.com THULE SUBTERRA 2 Thule don’t just do roof boxes – the brand also makes ace suitcases. The new Subterra 2 suitcase is bluesign certified, so it scores highly in the sustainability stakes, too. ₹39,000, thule.com HELLY HANSEN MEN’S VERGLAS INFINITY SHELL JACKET Be prepared for all weather with Helly Hansen’s new jacket, made with Lifa Infinity tech for maximum breathability without comprising on warmth. ₹30,000, hellyhansen.com…

SMEG MINI PRO ESPRESSO COFFEE MACHINE Bringing barista-style coffee to any kitchen, this is compact, stylish and easy-to-use. It offers both manual and automatic coffee extraction, and has a built-in milk frother and accompanying bean grinder for a full coffee house experience. ₹1,37,000, smeguk.com SAGE INFIZZ FUSION Sage beats SodaStream and Ninja to take the crown of best sparkling beverage maker. The InFizz Fusion adds bubbles and sparkles to all types of liquids, including water, juices, cocktails, wine and other alcoholic beverages. Made from premium stainless steel, the InFizz Fusion is incredibly versatile and looks great while in action. ₹19,000, sageappliances.com BOSCH UNLIMITED 7 AQUA Bosch’s first ever vacuum-mop hybrid, the Unlimited 7 Aqua is a handy 2-in-1 cleaner that easily tackles dirt, dust and stains. With Power Spinning Pads…

It’s another instalment in the ongoing series of ‘things GaGu has managed to convince his PR contacts to let him play with for a bit’, and this issue Dave Razer has been kind enough to supply him with two things. Thing one, the Razer Huntsman V3 Pro keyboard (₹23,000). Guru has, for all his dalliances with other keybrands, always slithered back to his trusty V1 Huntsman, so this proved a treat; it’s really rather satisfying. Very customisable, great design, and the optical switches of the Huntsman line seem to have reached a new peak. It’s especially nice to be able to configure the actuation depth to such a point that misalignments in GaGu’s fat-fingered letter-hammering cause fewer errant extra characters. The one thing Guru will say is that he is…

At long last, the days are getting longer and the weather is getting warmer. There’s never been a better time to get out and about and elevate your photography to the next level. In days gone by, you’d probably have needed an expensive dedicated camera, set of lenses and all manner of other accessories if you wanted to get some fantastic snaps, but these days, nearly everybody is carrying around a decent – possibly even pro-level – camera in their pocket. Utilising your smartphone to take award-worthy pictures has never been easier. Almost every high-end smartphone has been designed to appeal to those who favour the quality of the onboard camera. They come locked and loaded with all you need to transform ordinary scenes into prize-winning vistas and are more…

TRY DIFFERENT LENSES By default, the native camera tends to shoot with its 1x lens. Really get to know the other lenses on your smartphone, too – as well as any digital or crop options. The ultrawide lens can be great for getting in lots of a landscape, but try using the 2x, 3x, 5x, 10x or even beyond to pick out interesting details in the landscape. ENGAGE LEVELS FOR HORIZONS Nothing says beginner quite like a wonky horizon – fixing that can elevate your compositions from mediocre to great. It can be difficult to judge by eye however, which is where levels and grids can be your best friend. Lots of current smartphones have a level option you can usually find in the settings, which should show you when…

TCL 55C745K As we’ve established already, TCL TVs can now be depended on to deliver excellent bang for their buck. The 55C745K, though, adds serious gaming chops to the TCL story. Despite costing just £629, the 55-inch 55C745K can handle not just the 4K/120Hz games now available from Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 consoles, but even the 144Hz games some premium PC cards can deliver. There’s support for variable refresh rates (including the AMD FreeSync format) too, while the TV’s high dynamic range gaming support impressively extends to a proper fast-response Game mode for the premium Dolby Vision HDR format. Quantum Dot colours and local dimming control over the backlight seal the deal, ensuring that games of all sorts always look bright and crisp as well as feeling ultra-responsive.…

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.…

Built on the ‘Powered by Polar’ platform, the Sennheiser Momentum Sport workout headphones not only deliver impressive sound quality but can also track your heart rate and temperature in your ears. This makes them a worthwhile investment if you’re willing to meet the price tag. A lot of active people will prioritise comfort over sound performance. Luckily, you don’t have to worry about either, as long as you have medium to large ears, as the Sennheiser Momentum Sport was designed for this group of people. If you fall squarely in this category, you’ll find the buds comfortable enough to wear and not just for exercise. The Momentum Sport also has a few tricks up in its sleeve to enhance fit. Firstly, it comes with a set of wing tips and…

The SONY ULT FIELD 7 is an impressive addition to Sony’s lineup of premium portable speakers, designed for audiophiles and casual listeners alike. With its long list of features, rugged build quality, sleek design and good sound quality, this speaker stands out in the crowded market of portable speakers. The SONY ULT FIELD 7 sports a modern, minimalist design that is both stylish and functional. Encased in a durable, matte-finish body, it has rubber feet for better stability and handles on both sides for easy carrying, though at 6.3 kgs it is on the heavier side. Its IP67 rating ensures that it is both dustproof and waterproof, ideal for outdoor adventures and poolside parties but the user has to be careful with the cap at the back to ensure safety.…

This is a Casio G-Shock but it is not just that. It is a G-Shock Mudman GW-9500TLC and it is a special edition timepiece that was made in collaboration with Team Land Cruiser Toyota Auto Body who are supported by Casio in the Dakar Rally. G-Shock watches are favourites from Casio and this one looks stunning in the Land Cruiser 300 GR Sport colours. It is not a flashy paint scheme at all. In fact, the choice of colours reflect the capability of the watch to function even in the harshest of environments. However, it is not dull either because there are some interesting details all around the sturdy case. Our favourites include the attention-to-detail that has gone into designing the buttons. Meanwhile, the band captures the essence of the…

The Amazfit Bip 5 is very comfortable, with a snug fit that is lightweight and easy on the wrist. The watch initially turns on in a non-English language, which was difficult to switch as there was no way to understand the text. Once the app is downloaded, the setup process progresses, but given the number of features, it can become overwhelming. It requires quite some time to finally set up all the functionalities. Since the watch is designed to be worn constantly, we encountered another challenge. While showering with the watch, different functions were triggered, from the flashlight to changes in settings, including sleep and Do Not Disturb mode, which then required resetting. As comfortable as the strap felt, once it got wet, it started causing a rash on my…

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 ₹159,900, apple.com/in This flagship…

If there’s one bit of technology I wish people would take more seriously, it’s the humble lightbulb. In fact, most people probably wouldn’t consider it as technology at all, but we’d see things much more clearly if we did. Back in the old days, of course, we had tungsten, incandescent light bulbs. They’ve been abandoned to history because unless you wanted to heat your room – in which case they would help a little – they weren’t very energy efficient; only a small fraction of the power they consumed was turned into light. But they did have one huge advantage: their colour rendering was excellent. True, the light was warm in overall colour, about 2700° Kelvin, but like daylight, it fully reflected the whole colour spectrum so red apples looked…

1 BRITA VITAL While this doesn’t have quite the same mega-filtering qualities that allow certain others to turn muddy bog water drinkable, we’re not sure how many are brave enough to do that anyway. Here you get a fine bottle with plenty of capacity and a strong filter. Find a tap on your hike, however crusty, and you’ll be good. ₹1,600, brita.com 2 ARC’TERYX AERIOS 35 A good backpack is a must. We see a huge upgrade for the Arc’teryx backpack line here, with a new roll-top design and an updated harness that includes load lifters. That means this’ll stay comfy for far longer, resist the weather even better, and it can even be convinced to pack in a little more gear if you roll it less. ₹23,000, arcteryx.com 3…

01 GRIPTIGHT GORILLAPOD STAND PRO This portable and flexible tripod fits any smartphone, with or without a case. You can stand it on its own, or attach it around branches, fence posts, table legs and more. ₹4,700 joby.com 02 JOBY BEAMO RING LIGHT Useful when vlogging but also for powering up your selfies and tabletop photography with some even and bright illumination, you can combine this ringlight with the GorillaPod. It goes with regular cameras too. ₹2,100, joby.com 03 PEAK DESIGN MOBILE CREATOR KIT Use this mount to attach your smartphone to GoPro mounts, tripods and other Peak Design products such as the Capture Clip. That way, your phone is ready to grab footage while out on your adventures. ₹5,000, peakdesign.com…

SAMSUNG QE98Q80C The first rule of home cinema is that the bigger your screen, the better the experience. And screens don’t get much bigger than Samsung’s epic 98-inch QE98Q80C. Its size isn’t its only attraction, though. It’s also bristling with picture-enhancing tech. Its bright, high dynamic rangefriendly 4K pictures, for instance, benefit from vibrant Quantum Dot colours, and are impressively controlled by Samsung’s AI-bolstered Neural Quantum 4K processor together with local dimming, where sectors of its LEDs can output different amounts of light for every shot. The processor has even been designed to optimise the pictures for such a huge screen. The monster pictures are joined by Samsung’s Object Tracking Sound system, which places sound effects in the correct place both on and just off the screen with often uncanny…

PHILIPS 65OLED808 Arguably no other TV can recreate the atmosphere of a sports stadium better than the Philips 65OLED808. Its 65-inch OLED screen, for starters, delivers spectacular brightness, detail and colour punch, backed up by powerful sports-friendly motion clarity processing. Even better, though, is the 65OLED808’s Ambilight system, where LEDs cast pools of coloured light onto the wall behind the TV. Since these light pools can match the colour of what you’re watching, the arena’s atmosphere can spread way beyond the screen’s boundaries of the screen. Or you can set Ambilight to pump out the colours of various national flags if you really want to get your patriotic juices flowing! The 65OLED808’s unique stadium in your living room effect is completed by a strikingly powerful, room-filling sound system that will…

Gaming laptops are known to be quite heavy and very expensive. However, those need not be the reasons for anyone to limit themselves to a business laptop. Lenovo offer multiple versions of the Legion gaming laptop and the one have here is the 16-inch, Intel Core i9-powered “Pro 5” with top-spec memory and storage along with a potent but a more reasonable nVIDIA RTX 4070 8GB dedicated graphics solution which takes care of some of the most demanding gaming needs. And this one is now available for just under Rs 2 lakh. That attractive price aside, the 2.5-kilogram weight may not make it the most portable unit out there but its performance speaks volumes. This specific model is the India-specific Legion Pro 5 “16IRX9 D1” and it’s armed to the…

Fastrack has launched a new series of smartwatches Xtreme Pro. Available in three colours: Black, Blue, and Beige. These watches are made for outdoor enthusiasts who need a watch to keep up with their adventurous life. The Xtreme Pro comes with durable and tough build quality to handle the outdoors. Encased in a polycarbonate body, the watch has an overall sporty feel and looks ready to take on any rough and tumble. A raised bezel gives the touch-sensitive toughened round glass adequate protection against knocks, falls, and impacts. With a case length of 49.8mm, case width of 49.8mm, and thickness of 11.1mm, the proportions are well-defined, and it looks good on the wrist. The strap is high-quality silicon and is comfortable for extended wear throughout the day, even while sleeping,…

The OnePlus Nord CE4 Lite sets a new standard for budget smartphones, combining sleek design, robust performance, and advanced camera capabilities. One of the most striking features of this device is its sleek and modern design, which not only looks premium but also feels great in hand. It’s clear that OnePlus has paid close attention to aesthetics without compromising on functionality. Battery life is a critical aspect for any smartphone user, and the OnePlus Nord CE4 Lite excels in this department. Boasting one of the longest-lasting batteries in its class, this device ensures you can go through your day without constantly searching for a charger. Whether you’re streaming, gaming, or working, the battery performance is reliable and impressive. The camera setup on the OnePlus Nord CE4 Lite is another highlight.…

“Shots fired,” exclaimed my friend over the group voice chat in Battlegrounds Mobile India. I panned the camera view towards the enemy in the butter-smooth gameplay of the highest setting possible and I realised the shots that POCO has fired towards the rest of the phone brands. The POCO F series has been a darling of the masses ever since the first POCO F1 came out in 2018 as a sub-brand of Xiaomi. Subsequently spun off as an independent brand in India, over the years POCO F series phones have gained a reputation for delivering flagship hardware at mid-range prices. The highly anticipated POCO F6 5G is continuing this tradition and, I would say, takes it further. The device is available in two colour variations of Titanium or Black and…