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Gadgets that showcase the Gadgets very best that that showcase design and the very technology best that have design to offer and technology have to offer Audio firm Bang & Olufsen is known for its collaborations with high-end brands, and the company has rolled out the red carpet for its latest effort. This time, it’s worked with Italian stonemasons Antolini to launch the Beosound Balance Natura, a striking speaker that combines modern tech with beautiful quartz stonework and petrified wood elements, plus an anodized aluminium ring that separates the pedestal from the speaker. It’s an arresting way to combine remarkable visuals with stunning sound. The marble-like effect is one of 16 to choose from, with each speaker being made to order. The two companies have also pooled their efforts on…

HALF HUMAN CURVED NON-MOTORISED TREADMILL Half Human’s treadmill has a curved design that promotes a natural running stride, engaging more muscles and enhancing calorie burn. It supports diverse workouts from sprints to sled pushes. Its LCD screen displays key metrics like speed, time, and distance. ₹3,25,000, sweatband.com CONCEPT2 ROWERG The Concept2 RowErg is a self-powered air-resistance rowing machine trusted by athletes worldwide. It delivers a smooth, consistent stroke, with performance data tracked via the battery-assisted PM5 monitor. Durable, reliable and electricity-free, it’s ideal for serious home training. ₹1,15,000, concept2.com SCHWINN 800IC The Schwinn 800IC is a versatile indoor cycling bike featuring 100 levels of magnetic resistance. The bike includes dual-sided pedals compatible with SPD clips or standard shoes and operates quietly. Its sturdy construction supports users up to 150 kg.…

Buy cheap, buy twice. It’s an old adage that’s still relevant today, and one that often runs through my mind when I’m buying things. A seductively cheap product has obvious economic appeal but there are disadvantages down the line which outweigh the upfront saving. Short life, poor performance, woeful after-sales service, expensive maintenance or non-existent spare parts are all pitfalls awaiting the avid bargain hunter. The classic example is the alluringly cheap printer which consumes expensive replacement cartridges that last no time at all. When you realise the horrific printing costs you immediately replace the machine with a refillable ink tank model, or at least one with cheaper, longer lasting cartridges. A similar principle can apply to white goods and their power consumption. More expensive dishwashers and tumble dryers can…

XIAOMI SU7 ULTRA The new Ultra version of Xiaomi’s first EV boasts some pretty big numbers: 0-62mph in 1.98 seconds, top speed of 155mph and 1,517 horsepower. That’s supercar spec for a price that’s equivalent to around £57,000 in China. LONGBOW SPEEDSTER This so-called featherweight electric vehicle weighs just 995kg and offers an impressive performance (0-62mph in 3.5 seconds). Even more impressive though, is how it looks – definitely one of the most visually appealing cars of the year. RENAULT 5 TURBO 3E The Renault 5 is back! And while it does have design hints of the ’80s classic hatchback, this is a beast. The all-electric powered Turbo 3E produces 540 horsepower, giving it a 0-62mph in 3.5 seconds. Plus, it has a range of 248 miles and can charge…

1 ACER PREDATOR HELIOS NEO 16 AI There’s never a bad time to pick up a new gaming laptop. Acer’s top-end portables can be specced up to the eyeballs with the latest Intel processors and Nvidia 5000-series GPUs, and they pair those guts with a butter-smooth 240Hz, 1ms response WQXGA OLED screen. They’re as cool as they are beautiful, literally, thanks to Acer’s 5th-gen AeroBlade tech. Stop mulling it over, and get stuck into AAA games. From ₹1,99,999, acer.com UPGRADE IT! GLORIOUS MODEL D Ignore the RGB (or don’t, your call) because this is a light, super-sensitive and expertly-constructed mouse – and you don’t want to play on a trackpad. ₹6,900, overclockers.com HYPERX CLOUD ALPHA Is this the best gaming headset you can get? Give it a listen – and…

PHILIPS HUE LILY SPOTLIGHT XL With so many smart outdoor lighting options, Philips Hue still reigns supreme. The Lily Spotlight XL is perfect for illuminating flower beds and pathways, seamlessly integrating with your existing Hue setup. If you already have Hue lights indoors, this is an easy way to extend that smart lighting experience outdoors. ₹15,000, philips-hue.com STIHL RMA 239 C For small to medium lawns, the Stihl RMA 239 C is a cordless dream. With no cables and no fuss, you just pop out the battery and give it a good charge before getting to work. It also folds up in one simple movement, making storage a breeze. If you want convenience without sacrificing power, this mower is a no-brainer. ₹34,000, stihl.com HUSQVARNA GS 340IS If you often clear…

1 PLANTSNAP Plantsnap helps you identify over 600,000 plants using just a photo of each. It’s a great tool for gardeners who want to quickly learn about the plants they encounter, whether in their own garden or in the wild. 2 GROWIT A social gardening app where users can share photos, tips and advice with others in the gardening community. You can also get plant recommendations based on your location. 3 MYGARDEN Offered by Gardena, this app lets you create a digital version of your garden, helping you plan, track and manage your garden’s layout, with a sprinkler system planner included. It also provides plant care tips and reminders.…

The Amazfit Helio Ring is a lightweight, titanium alloy smart ring designed for sleep and recovery tracking, and it’s impressively capable for such a small package. Weighing just under 4g, it’s comfortable enough for all-day wear and durable enough to handle active lifestyles. The ring measures heart rate, HRV, skin temperature, breathing quality and sleep stages, with data visualised via the Zepp app. The Readiness Score combines overnight recovery data with training load to tell you how primed your body is for activity. It also offers overnight resting heart rate trends and breathing stability analysis, with deeper insights when paired with an Amazfit smartwatch. There’s no workout detection or standalone activity tracking, so it’s not a full fitness watch replacement. But as a recovery companion, it delivers accurate, useful health…

The RingConn Gen 2 Air might just be the best bang-for-buck smart ring out there. Weighing between 2.5 and 4 grams (depending on size), its sleek titanium steel build is both lightweight and durable. The ring tracks heart rate, heart rate variability, skin temperature, blood oxygen levels and sleep stages, presenting the data in an intuitive, subscription-free app. While it lacks sleep apnea detection and automatic workout recognition, it covers daily health metrics well. Battery life impresses, offering up to 10 days on a single charge, though the omission of a charging case means you’ll rely on the included magnetic USB-C charging dock. Available only in two colours, Dune Gold and Galaxy Silver, the optional colourful ring protectors help offer a level of customisation to users. If you’re seeking a…

1 NETGEAR ORBI 970 Best for large properties, future proof your Wi-Fi with the Orbi 970. This Wi-Fi mesh router system can cover up to 2,700 square feet and offers 10G speeds so your entire home can stay connected. ₹95,000, netgear.com 2 TP-LINK DECO X50 The TP-Link Deco X50 is affordable and still offers powerful Wi-Fi. It works to learn your network environment so it can provide the right strength of connection to each area of your home. ₹21,300 tp-link.com 3 AMAZON EERO 7 The eero 7 provides up to 232m2 of mesh Wi-Fi and can connect to over 200 devices at a time. While it’s recommended for gamers, it’s a perfect choice for a smart home hub, as it can connect to Thread, Matter and Zigbee devices. ₹71,100, amazon.com…

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, you’ll know you’re…

₹69,999, benq.com Three words to describe how I feel about the GV50? I love it. It’s amazing. I was sceptical about the use case of the GV50 compared with a standalone 4K TV, and whether scaling down to 1080p would affect my viewing experience. I’m happy to report that I was completely wrong and I discovered that in the best possible way: by using it for what I consider its main purpose, watching live sports. In our household, content consumption is usually siloed. Apart from the occasional family movie night or an episode of MasterChef on TV, most viewing is done on phones and iPads. But this all changed with the GV50. Its flexibility—being wireless and easy to carry around the house—is just one of its standout features. Add to…

₹8990, sony.co.in Sony knows a thing or two about sound. From Walkman heritage, noise cancelling flagships to studio headphones, their audio lineage is tough to fault. While the flagship WF-1000XM often steals the headlines, with the WF-C710N, Sony is shifting focus, packing active noise cancellation and its trademark tuning into a budget friendly true wireless package. Do they hit the sweet spot? In short, mostly yes. Out of the box, the WF-C710N immediately grabs your attention and doesn’t let go. The visible internals of both the buds and the case are fascinating and catch light in interesting ways. Available in 4 colour options, the translucent glass blue we received for review is gorgeous and a definite conversation starter standing out from the sea of matte black buds. It adds a…

₹5795, domesticappliances.philips.co.in Designed for modern wardrobes, the steamer features a sleek, streamlined build and an adjustable head, making it intuitive to use and easy to store. One of its strongest advantages is plug-and-play simplicity. It heats up in just 35 seconds, allowing you to refresh garments in a flash, making it ideal for fast de-wrinkling. Its heated steam plate allows direct contact with fabrics, without the risk of burns marks, making it safe even on silks and synthetics. It offers two modes: Eco for lighter fabrics and energy saving, and Max for tougher materials like cotton. The pointed tip is particularly useful for detailed areas like collars and pleats, while the adjustable head supports both vertical and horizontal steaming. Two detachable water tanks (120ml and 200ml) provide flexibility depending on…

The overhead lockers on most aircraft leave a lot to be desired. Not only do they never seem to shut properly, but there’s never quite enough room, despite the strict restrictions placed on both size and weight. With a trip looming, it’s the right time to consider a new backpack to carry and protect your most important stuff both on the plane and on the ground once you get wherever you’re going. These bags have been engineered to carry phones, laptops, water bottles and perhaps even some clothes and essential documents too. They’re made from tough, water-resistant materials, come with gadget-friendly features, and sport enough straps and zips to keep whatever’s most precious to you from getting lost. Travel bags have never looked better. 01 THE CLEVEREST ZIPPER-UPPER YETI RANCHERO…

The most controversial launch of July was the Nothing 3, their flagship phone. As with its previous series, the Phone 1 and the CMF range, Nothing has once again managed to stand out with its distinctive offering, characterized by asymmetrical design and competitive pricing. My understanding is that the pricing, set higher than the iPhone 16, aims to establish premium positioning for the Nothing brand, which has so far focused on the sub-30k segment. This high pricing, coupled with a premium perception, helps Nothing penetrate the European and US markets, where operator-bundled offerings are common or headphone bundles with independently sold phones. With recessionary sentiment in the West, many consumers are likely to downgrade from bundled iPhone plans, making the Nothing 3 an attractive ‘premium’ alternative. In India, Nothing 3…

Here’s a secret, reader: sometimes Guru writes this bit before dipping into his inbox, so frightened is he of the foul slurry you’ve likely slipped in there. This time, for instance, GaGu is sat in the cafe area of the fancy new gym he’s just joined. He has no interest in answering your asinine questions and will, most likely, give you the shortest thrift possible. He would rather be sipping a smoothie. He would even prefer to grind out a few miles on the treadmill. He has opted to work around the beautiful people because, frankly, he must. Squatting in the office of Guru Towers is doing him no good. But goodness, GaGu absolutely bloody hates exercise, and only manages to get outside thanks to the eye-watering fees he is…

I’ve been writing about videogames for the best part of 40 years, so have seen many a pivot or transition when it comes to hardware generations, but the current shift we’re seeing today trumps them all. We’ve had console gaming make way for dinky home computers, only to make way for consoles again. Big brands have come and disappeared again as quickly as an Arkanoid brick, and a once-too-often dalliance with motion play has simply served to fill our cupboards with plastic tat (I’m looking at you Balance Board). However, there’s something in the air that feels different this time – a revolution, if you like. Handhelds are invading the games space, and I couldn’t be happier. Of course, the games industry was essentially built on the back of portable…

1 AUK MINI Level up your chef game with the freshest herbs and greens possible, grown right in your kitchen in this sharp, well-designed smart garden. Ten minutes of setup is all it’ll take for you to start farming. The whole process is just about entirely hands-off, at least until you reach in and pluck off a leaf or seven. You’re not even restricted to pods – you can use whatever seeds you’d like. ₹24,000, auk.eco UPGRADE IT! COLE & MASON ASHDEN ACACIA MEZZALUNA Treat those herbs well. There’s no finer way to hack them to bits than with Cole & Mason’s super-sharp dished cutter combo. ₹5,500, coleandmason.com DREAMFARM ORTWO Get fancy with your fresh pepper grinding by loading it into the Ortwo’s receptacle and giving its rabbit-ear handles a…

1 MOUS OPTIMAL ACTIVE BACKPACK You’ll be surprised at how much a backpack upgrade could change your life. This is perfect for hitting the gym on the way to work, designed to hold your laptop and accessories with just as much care as it caresses your trainers, towel and gym kit. Roll-topped to resist the rain, expandable if you need it, and made of super-tough ballistic nylon, this’ll last you years. ₹25,000, uk.mous.co UPGRADE IT! KATIE LOXTON LAPTOP SLEEVE Double-protect your laptop with this vegan leather slip, and you can also enjoy a little workout motivation from its embossed slogan. ₹2,700, katieloxton.com CHILLY’S TATE MONDRIAN BOTTLE Double-walled to keep your water cold all day, and you’re highly unlikely to mix your bottle up with another gym-goer’s unless they’re really arty.…

1 PREPARE YOUR SOIL FOR SUCCESS Healthy plants start with healthy soil. Remove weeds, mix in some compost or organic fertiliser, and loosen things up with a garden fork to help water and nutrients sink in. 2 GET PRUNING Using garden shears, secateurs or a hedge trimmer, start by cutting away any dead, damaged or diseased plants and branches. After you’ve done this, mulch the plants with a layer of compost to encourage growth and health. 3 SEED SOWING After tending to existing plants, sow spring seeds like sweet peas, sunflowers, peas, lettuce and carrots. These can thrive in garden beds or greenhouses, and your summer kitchen table will reap the rewards.…

Smart rings are having a moment – and it’s about time. Once a niche curiosity worn by biohackers and quantified-self nerds, these sleek little wearables have evolved into powerful health-tracking tools that just happen to live on your finger. And with recent tech leaps, they’re finally worth your attention. The appeal is obvious: no screen, no distractions, just smart sensors quietly gathering data on your heart rate, temperature, sleep, stress, recovery and more. Battery life often beats smartwatches, and many models offer deep insights without locking features behind monthly fees. The form factor’s changed too, with rings being lighter, slimmer and more stylish than ever, often made from titanium and designed to vanish into your daily life. But what’s really exciting is what’s happening inside. We’re seeing smarter sleep tracking,…

Samsung’s Galaxy Ring made a strong debut last year, balancing sleek design with some surprisingly capable health tech under the hood. It’s light (just 2.3g) and durable (titanium build) and offers solid health tracking with features like sleep scoring, heart rate monitoring, menstrual cycle tracking and a clever Energy Score baked into the Samsung Health app. Recent updates have only made it smarter, expanding sleep-tracking insights with new sleep apnea detection and boosting connectivity with support for Samsung Find. Battery life varies depending on ring size, but most users can expect 6–7 days on a single charge, with a slick charging case that keeps things topped up between wears. Add in all the other health and fitness features, and you’ve got a genuinely useful ring. It’s only fully functional with…

1 THEY’RE NOT JUST FOR SLEEP Most people think smart rings are just glorified sleep trackers – and they are brilliant at that – but many now track heart rate variability, skin temperature trends, stress levels and even detect illness before you feel symptoms. Think of them as early-warning systems for your body. 2 SENSOR PLACEMENT MATTERS Smart rings work best when worn on the index, middle or ring finger of your non-dominant hand. That’s where the blood flow is strongest, giving the sensors better data. If your readings seem off, try switching fingers and make sure the fit is snug but comfortable. 3 YOU CAN DITCH THE SUBSCRIPTION Not every smart ring locks insights behind a paywall. While some charge monthly for advanced metrics or content, others – like…

₹54,999 onwards, vivo.com The Vivo X200 FE is like that friend who looks impressive on paper and mostly delivers in person, but has a couple of quirks that catch you off guard. Starting at B54,999 for the 12GB+256GB variant (B59,999 for 16GB+512GB), it’s making a serious play for flagship territory without the typical flagship price shock. The X200 FE feels like it studied Apple’s design homework and added its own personality to the mix. At 6.31 inches, it’s refreshingly compact in a world where most flagships feel more like small tablets than phones. The aerospace-grade aluminum frame has that satisfying premium weight, while 186 grams hits the sweet spot between substantial and pocketable. The frosted matte back is fingerprint-resistant gold – finally, a phone that doesn’t turn into a smudgy…

XIAOMI WATER FLOSSER 2 ₹4,300, mi.com A sleek, efficient, and affordable entry into the world of oral irrigators, offering a compelling mix of thoughtful design, powerful performance, and user-friendly features that is built around a high-frequency water pulse system. One of its standout features is the smart pressure stabilisation system, which ensures a steady water output even as battery power decreases, making it particularly useful for those with sensitive gums or first-time users. The flosser features three cleaning modes - Gentle, Standard, and Powerful, catering to varying levels of oral care needs. The device is powered by a rechargeable battery that lasts up to 90 days on a single charge when used in Gentle mode for one minute daily. Recharging is convenient thanks to a USB-C port, with a full…

Kathmandu’s Seeker activewear collection (prices from £25, kathmandu.co.uk) goes the extra mile by transforming industrial carbon emissions into performance wear. Utilising carbon capture technology, emissions are converted into ethanol, then spun into polyester yarn. The line also incorporates recycled materials, such as repurposed car tyres. Designed for versatility, the Seeker range includes lightweight, breathable and quick-drying items like fleece jackets, tees and joggers.…

DARK SAND BASEBALL CAP We love stylish protection and this pure cotton cap has Sun Smart UPF50+ technology. M&S has also added peppermint oil-based antibacterial finish for sweet smells. ₹1,500, marksandspencer.com BANANA LEAF HAT Prep for heat-soaked summer days with this jacquard-woven bucket hat in cotton terry. A soft top and brim make it easy to pack into your suitcase for happy holidays. ₹8,500, oascompany.com REVERSIBLE HAT Protection from sun and rain? For this reason the bucket hat is a festival essential that will never lose favour. Flip between blue or green depending on your mood. ₹2,450, johnlewis.com PEAK CAP If you’re looking for warmer headgear to wear on dull spring days and cooler evenings, this cord cap is ideal. Its Peaky Blinder aesthetic will help keep style stakes high…

1 SOLAR-POWERED GARDEN LIGHTS Solar lights are a great way to brighten up your outdoor space without the need for wiring or outlets. They’re energy-efficient and perfect for creating a cosy ambiance. 2 SELF-WATER PLANTERS These are perfect for balcony gardens, especially as they ensure your plants get consistent moisture without the need for daily watering. The built-in reservoir allows for water storage, which gradually feeds the plants. 3 BATTERY-POWERED SECATEURS These are great if you still need to maintain your plants but don’t have the space for the bigger, high-powered tools. They’re also lightweight, reducing hand strain at the same time.…

Stylish, stealthy, and seriously clever, the Oura Ring 4 remains the smartest wearable you can slip on your finger. It packs an upgraded sensor suite with 18 signal pathways and a new Smart Sensing platform for even more accurate health tracking – even if it spins around while you sleep. You get the full works: detailed sleep staging, temperature trends, stress tracking and heart rate variability – all with up to 8 days of battery life. Recent updates have added the AI-powered Oura Advisor, which analyses your data and gives eerily insightful suggestions, plus a Symptom Radar that spots when something’s off before you do. It also syncs with Natural Cycles for period prediction, making it the best smart ring for birth control. It’s not a fitness tracker in the…

The Ultrahuman Ring AIR is a featherweight contender in the smart ring arena, tipping the scales at just 2.4 grams. Crafted from fighter jet-grade titanium with a tungsten carbide coating, it’s as durable as it is sleek. This minimalist marvel doesn’t just sit pretty; it packs a punch with sensors that monitor heart rate, heart rate variability (HRV), skin temperature and movement. Its standout features include the Stimulant Restriction Window and Circadian Phase Alignment, offering unique insights into how your body reacts to caffeine. Recent updates have introduced AFib detection, Dynamic Recovery metrics and Strava integration, enhancing the ring’s health-tracking capabilities. While automatic fitness tracking could be more robust, the Ultrahuman Ring AIR remains a compelling choice for those seeking comprehensive health insights in a discreet, stylish form. Ultrahuman goes…

It seems like almost every household today has some kind of smart home device inside it. Whether that’s in the form of a smart speaker that plays music when you ask it to or a full ecosystem that connects your lights, cameras and even vacuum cleaner together, smart gadgets have taken over the home to make our lives easier. One area that smart home gadgets have made significant improvements is security. Catering for flats, rented accommodation, houses and larger properties, smart home security has come on leaps and bounds, and has also become an extremely easy way to protect your property, regardless of its size or location. HOW HAS SMART SECURITY DEVELOPED OVER THE LAST FEW YEARS? Before smart home security became popular and increasingly adopted, security systems were typically…

SET TIMERS TO MAKE IT APPEAR THAT YOU’RE AT HOME Typically, burglars won’t attempt to break into your house if someone is on the premises, and smart lighting can convince them that you’re home even if you’re not. With your smart lights’ app, schedule your lights to turn on at a certain time, either on your porch, hallway or other rooms in your house. USE DIFFERENT COLOURS TO SCARE OFF INTRUDERS A handy way to keep your home safe is to colour code lights in conjunction with your cameras’ detection. If your camera detects someone at your front door who they don’t recognise, it can trigger your lights to turn a different colour, like red. Not only will this (hopefully) dissuade someone from breaking in, but it lets you know…

₹1,74,000 onwards, Samsung.com We reviewed the ultra-slim and lightweight Galaxy Z Fold 7, measuring just 8.9mm thick when folded and 4.2mm when unfolded, weighing only 215g—lighter than the Galaxy S25 Ultra! It’s the thinnest foldable phone on the market. The device boasts a 6.5-inch cover screen and an expansive 8-inch Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X main display, both with 120Hz refresh rates and HDR10+ support, protected by Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 and Victus 2. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, paired with 16GB RAM and 1TB UFS 4.0 storage, it delivers flawless performance. The Armor FlexHinge ensures durability, and an IP48 rating provides dust and water resistance. However, S Pen support has been sacrificed for the thinner profile, and the battery continues to be the same as Fold 6.…

₹2,500, UltraProlink.com The UltraProlink On-Air (UM1220BLK) is pitched as a versatile, professional-grade condenser microphone tailored for podcasting, vlogging, gaming, live streaming, and studio recording. The mic delivers on its core promises. The shock mount, cardioid pickup, plug-and-play setup, and solid build cater well to creators and amateur audio professionals. It’s a reliable choice for those starting out or upgrading on a budget. However, the mic’s sensitivity is a double-edged sword. In urban Indian settings, it picks up ambient noise—like a slight breeze through an open window—amplifying it noticeably. There’s also a faint hiss, though it’s manageable for most users. The biggest letdown is the lack of a dedicated headphone jack for real-time monitoring directly from the mic. Monitoring depends on your setup and the included splitter, which, in my case,…