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LOST IN MUSIC Noordung also makes a Music model (approx £6,000), which boasts many of the same features as the Voyager but does away with the electric power, and the Individual, which offers you the chance to create a custom paint job NOORDUNG VOYAGER With micromobility on the rise in the UK, there are umpteen gorgeous electric bicycles for us to choose from now, all aimed at different budgets, different leisure and commuting needs, and offering a variety of styles and features. But what if you want to stand out from the crowd with an ebike that’s not just powerful and versatile, but has an air of luxury and exclusivity too? Noordung has the answer with its new superbike the Voyager, styled to look like a cool, café-racer-style bike. Boasting…

1 LEICA Q2 • £4,250, uk.leica.com Sure, we love the convenience of taking quick photos and video with our smartphones, but when it’s time to get seriously creative with photography, we believe that nothing quite beats the feel of a proper compact camera. Especially when it happens to be a Leica. Marrying classic Leica style with the latest in imaging and hardware technology, the Q2 aims to serve up high calibre photographic firepower to maximise the impact of your shots. Inside is a bold new 47.3 megapixel full frame sensor, married to a zippy Summilux 28mm lens with 1.7 f-stop and enhanced digital zoom. Together, these should guarantee you sharp images in any light conditions. A rapidfire autofocus system is also on hand to render your subject crystal clear within…

As The Beach Boys never tired of telling us, nothing beats cruising around town on a sunny day with your roof down. Sadly, a Little Deuce Coupe probably wouldn’t pass modern-day emissions regulations, but there are some pretty awesome new drop-tops to help you have “fun, fun, fun” now that the sun has returned. If you fit into the well-heeled category, you’ll enjoy wrapping your leather gloves around the wheel of the minted Bentley Continental GT Convertible (£175,890, bentleymotors.com). With a six-litre, 12-cylinder engine that delivers a top speed of 207mph, four driving modes (Sport, Comfort, Bentley or Custom) and a choice of refined colour schemes, this expertly crafted super-steed most definitely puts the ‘mm’ in summer. That’s not to discount the secondgen Audi A5 Cabriolet (from £38,185, audi.co.uk). Everything…

FILSON RUGGED TWILL TRAVEL BAG Ideal for taking to a private island, this sturdy, goodlooking bag made of leather and twill is the perfect place to keep your shave kit. With a waterproof lining, four pockets and rust-proof zipper, it keeps everything organised neatly. £125, filson.com/uk FOREO ISSA PLAY A mini hybrid toothbrush that lasts up to 800 uses without having to change the batteries, the Issa Play, designed in five funky colours, is ideal for taking on holiday to ensure your teeth and gums remain in tip-top condition. £39, foreo.com AESOP JET SET COLLECTION Keep cool and refreshed on your travels with this luxury toiletries kit. With a cleansing shampoo, conditioner, geranium leaf body cleanser and aromatique body balm, the Aesop kit perks you up when crossing those time…

Fancy a counter-top machine that not only filters standard tap water into mineral water, but enables you to flavour it and make cold or hot speciality teas? The self-cleaning LANG (£342, drinklang.com) all-in-one drinks system does that and more. Not only does it use a three-grade filtration system to remove nasties, it remineralises the water, so it provides enhance health benefits. Want a glass of lemon water or a cup of tea? You can buy flavoured packs, including green tea, each of which produces up to 75 litres per serving.…

One night this month, Guru’s technological smarts and progressively more antique collection of computing kit were called upon to host a video games night with the local cub scouts. The scout hut had one working power socket left (a long story involving an eager young leader, some wire, and a small fire) and Ol’ Guru had forgotten to be prepared with his own multi socket. Since GaGu’s embattled editor is flashing the ‘stop rambling’ placard, he’ll get to it: everything went pop. An old AIO PC, Guru’s newest Raspberry Pi, even his legacy Xbox 360, dead. Never again: GaGu’s Gadget Bag now has a surge protected MasterPlug 8-socket extension (£30), perfect for overloading electrical circuits without risk to his own dusty gear, and sporting USB, LAN and WAN. Speaking of…

1st ARLO ULTRA £449 (hub + one camera), arlo.com WE’RE IMPRESSED Highresolution footage, high-quality components, and high-end connectivity. This is a superbly engineered camera with an excellent app and lots of smarts. WE’D IMPROVE The Arlo Ultra is a real investment. For most the price will seem too high for the base pack, and particularly egregious given the number of accessories you’ll need for a rock-solid setup. The LAST word What price do you put on your personal security? If you’re just spying on your cats, go cheaper – but the Arlo Pro is a remarkably impressive camera that could easily pay for itself. 2nd SWANN WIRE-FREE £210 (pack of two), appliancesdirect.co.uk WE’RE IMPRESSED A sharp picture and supremely flexible recording at a low price. WE’D IMPROVE Doesn’t manage a…

Scroll through your social feeds and it won’t take long before you come across people who seem to be living the high life, sipping cocktails at fancy bars and celeb-spotting at events that sold out before you could even log on to buy a ticket. How do they do it? Even better, how can you do it without breaking your bank every time? The fastest way into the world of VIP living is through a concierge service like Velocity Black. It combines ‘human expertise with AI’ to create your luxe lifestyle, helping you with everything from snagging Wimbledon finals tickets to taking a fighter jet out for a spin (membership costs £2,400 a year, velocity.black). More attainable still is London-based concierge service Inner Place, which connects members with exclusive tickets…

€1,999 (approx. £1,730) consumer.huawei.com If there’s a single product that really relegates Huawei’s reputation as a maker of budget gadgets to the past, it’s this laptop, even more so than its very fine phones. From the moment you open it, the fit and finish blow you away, just as last year’s model did. This is serious laptop made with care, for serious professionals working with care. March of time Little has actually changed in the core design since 2018’s model, but you can already tell that’s more than fine by us. The MateBook X Pro has a simply fabulous density about it, which (along with its aluminium unibody frame) radiates a level of luxe-ness usually only the reserve of Apple’s MacBooks. And with this frame now encasing a new nearly…

THE READER Alice Jones Alice wants to start running her 30-minute commute. She’d like new running clobber, including trainers and a backpack that holds her office outfit and laptop. THE EXPERT Becca Caddy Tech journalist Becca regularly tests new sports gear that performs well and looks great, which means she’s got lots of suggestions to help Alice hone a running commute kit. 1 I AM RUN BOX BACKPACK PRO The most important piece of kit for transitioning from pavement to desk is a durable backpack. Designed to minimise bounce and impact, the I Am Run Box Backpack Pro is a hardshell, water-resistant backpack built especially for running in all weather conditions. Ideal for work, it can fit a laptop as well as your office clothes with some room to spare.…

PHILIPS AZURE ELITE STEAM IRON The Azure Elite doesn’t have any fiddly settings for you to contend with. Instead it instantly figures out the optimal temperature and amount of steam needed for the clothing you’re ironing. £160, philips.co.uk RUSSELL HOBBS FREEDOM CORDLESS Goodbye cords, hello Freedom Cordless. This lightweight iron charges in a mere five seconds, and lights up when it’s ready to use. It also has a vertical steam function for smoothing curtains, upholstery and other linens without having to lay them flat beforehand. £37, amazon.co.uk FRIDJA F10 HANDHELD STEAMER Get rid of creases and steam any fabric in your home, from bedding to soft toys, with this portable steamer. It heats up from cold in 45 seconds, has an automatic shut-off, and comes in a carry case. £99,…

1 V+A HAMPSHIRE BATH If you’re the type of person who could easily while away an hour in the tub, you deserve a bath of both epic style and comfort. The freestanding Hampshire is just the soapy ticket, reclining at the ideal angle to support you fully. From £2,175, vandabaths.com 2 ULTIMATE EARS BLAST Soundtrack your tub time with a chillout playlist. The waterproof, Alexa-enabled Blast offers 12 hours battery life, so it should last you a fair few marathon soaks. £169, ultimateears.com 3 SWALE HEATED TOWEL RAIL Adding a heated towel rail could enhance the ‘perceived value’ of your home. More importantly, these wall-mounted rails ensure a steady supply of warm towels. £815, frontlinebathrooms.co.uk 4 AA DEEP RELAX OIL Turn your bath water into silk with Aromatherapy Associates’ cult…

KING OF COWARDS The best thing about the band Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs is not their noisy, slow stoner metal but the rather pleasing effect their name has on Guru’s word counts. YOU VS WILD The fact that GaGu can’t kill Bear Grylls in this peculiar choose-your-own-path Netflix survive-o-fest, no matter how stupid his decisions, is probably for the best. TRIFORCE! Frequently puerile, often silly, but generally very funny podcasting chat with a dad focus, which GaGu’s sleepdeprived parenting brain absolutely appreciates.…

Gift worth £49.99 FANTASTIC SOUND These wired in-ear buds sound as good as headphones twice their price. So good, in fact, we rank them in our ‘Best of the Best’ list on p102! They were also rated 5/5 by our friends at What Hi-Fi? PHONE FRIENDLY With an in-line microphone and buttons for controlling your music and volume (as well as accessing voice assistants), these are perfect for your phone. DESIGN ICON The high-quality aluminium construction and silver plated cable mean they look as good as they sound, and they’re built to last, too. Ergonomic tips help isolate sound from outside, so you only hear your music. It’s easy to subscribe… SUBSCRIBE TODAY AND SAVE! myfavouritemagazines.co.uk/ttt/e11c OR CALL: 0344 848 2852 Other benefits of subscribing to the world’s greatest technology…

1 Rolls-Royce Phantom Nothing embodies luxury more than the Phantom. Open the doors and sink effortlessly into the comfortable rear seats. From there you can marvel at the starlightmimicking ceiling and plush, handmade details that make your vehicle ultra-exclusive. £360,000, rolls-roycemotorcars.com 2 Embraer Praetor 500 One of the world’s fastest, most technologically advanced private jets, boasting a range of 3,250 nautical miles. Chill out in four fully reclining seats, convertible into two beds, and enjoy the smoothest, most luxurious flight of your life. $16,995,000 (£13,016,723), executive.embraer.com 3 McLaren 720S Spider Thrilling is the only word to describe this convertible supercar. It’s not only staggeringly fast, it offers astonishing levels of feedback and looks stunning, so you’ll always stand out – even from the luxury crowd. £237,000, cars.mclaren.com 4 Harley-Davidson Livewire…

Globe-Trotter Riviera 20" Trolley Case This case is the embodiment of luxury travel and coastal living. With a 34-litre capacity, it’s perfectly suited to weekend trips away. £1,320, globe-trotter.com Tom Ford Palmer Sunglasses These sunglasses will make you look (and feel) like a classic Hollywood star. They’re made in Italy from lightweight tortoiseshell acetate. £210, tomford.co.uk Orlebar Brown Setter Trunks A classic pair of tailored swim shorts are a staple in your holiday wardrobe. These offer the perfect blend of form and function. £165, orlebarbrown.com…

BANG & OLUFSEN HARMONY Continuing B&O’s on-going quest to prove there’s no design too audacious, the wooden panels that house this TV’s speakers fold up automatically and partially cover the screen when it’s turned off, so that it becomes more like a sculpture than a deactivated pane of glass. When you fire it up, they gracefully rotate down into a more traditional soundbar position, while the TV panel itself rises above them. It’s so satisfying to watch, in a Thunderbirds kind of way, and is guaranteed to make every single person who sees it say, ‘Wow, that’s cool’ or, ‘Boy, my home seemed a lot less dull two minutes ago’. Hidden behind those wood panels are an impressive set of speakers: a one-inch tweeter, twin 2.5-inch full-range drivers, a four-inch…

80 HUAWEI P30 PRO 84 SAMSUNG GALAXY S10E 86 SPORTY WIRELESS HEADPHONES 87 APPLE IPAD AIR 88 HUAWEI MATEBOOK X PRO 90 ERGONOMIC MICE 92 CHRIS (IN-CAR AI) 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 specialist 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…

Are you experiencing wrist or hand pain? If yes, it could be time for you to alter part of your computing setup. Whereas a standard mouse places your palm flat in relation to the desk, giving your wrist a workout, a vertical design puts more of the emphasis of mousing on your shoulder muscles, which are better equipped to cope with repetitive movements. These devices aren’t about being flashy. They’re meant to reduce the impact that a standard mouse (which twists your radius and ulna between the elbow and the wrist) has on the causes of musculoskeletal disorders like RSI. There’s a learning curve to using any vertically oriented mouse – the switch from a flat grip may feel uncomfortable at first – but the long-term benefits are clear to…

1 BLUE BLUE JAPAN CAMPCOLLAR WOVEN SHIRT If you’re only going for one luxury floral print piece, make it this woven shirt designed with native blossom flowers and finished with mother of pearl buttons. £230, mrporter.com 2 ETRO TAPERED FLORAL PRINT LINEN SHORTS These tailored shorts are hugely versatile thanks to a muted colour palette. Designed to be worn just as easily with shirts as with tees. £290, mrporter.com 3 NEIL BARRETT FLORAL SHIRT JACKET See? Floral prints can be very subtle, as proven with this lightweight khaki cotton shirt jacket. It looks ace with jeans and even better with tailored shorts. £1,306, farfetch.com 4 FEFÈ FLORAL PATTERN TIE Fefè’s silk stunner is ideal for slipping into heavy rotation with your existing work shirts, delivering an instant style update. £78,…

CELESTRON SKYMASTER 8X56 You’ll need a tripod to keep these steady during longer sessions, but the rewards when spotting distant night sky objects are plentiful. A 5.8-degree field of view and 8x magnification provides a decent view of constellations. £239, amazon.co.uk RSPB HDX 8X42 These water- and fog-proof binoculars will see birdwatchers right even in low-light conditions. They’re one of the lightest 42mm roof prism binoculars on the market, and glasses wearers will appreciate the 3-position retractable eyecups. £685, shopping.rspb.org.uk PENTAX 7X50 HYDRO Binoculars like these are a boon for off-shore sailing. They’re ideal for the mariner who requires an integrated compass with backlight and reference markings for taking navigation bearings. They also sport a waterproof housing depth rated to 1.5 metres. £187, photospecialist.co.uk…

Smart speakers, connected cookers and robot vacuum cleaners have taken over most of your home, but there’s one space that could still do with a tech upgrade: your bathroom. The easiest step towards a smart bathroom is smart lighting. Start by creating different ‘recipes’ with the Philips Hue Adore Bathroom Ceiling Light (£179.99, meethue.com). Fill the room with soothing, warm light when you take a bath, then bright, white light to help you wake up in the morning. You could also upgrade your shower with the stunning SmarTap shower system (£749, victoriaplum.com). Control water flow and temperature with your smartphone, create shower presets for each member of your household, or tell Alexa to run your perfect shower so you needn’t touch a button. If your bathroom scales aren’t cutting it,…

Q TREVOR BERRY, PORTSMOUTH Will a new router speed up my internet connection? A It’s often not the connection but the connection to the connection which causes conniption when it comes to internet speeds. You could have a data pipe the size of the London super sewer going in and out of your home, but without a solid link between your devices and the router, your digital effluence might still squirt through at a snail’s pace. So before you rush out and spend £200 on a router, or break the bank even further on a mesh setup, consider fiddling with your present router and repositioning it so that its wireless juice isn’t being splattered away from your devices by walls, shelves or curious pets. Look, also, at the specific Wi-Fi…

There are no second acts in American life, F Scott Fitzgerald once famously said, but then he didn’t live long enough to see Apple come along. Not only has Apple had a rather roaring second act of its own since the iPod and iPhone revitalised it, the company is now pulling off a similar trick with Beats Electronics – more universally still known as Beats by Dr Dre headphones – the audio brand it purchased in 2014. I am actually not sure if the second coming of Beats is so much about its financial success. Before Apple bought it, it was clearly the world’s BIGGEST – in every sense – headphone brand and seemingly made a mint. Today, its products seem less omnipresent, while its profits have been absorbed into…

1 ARLO ULTRA DUAL CHARGING STATION When it’s time to recharge your Arlo setup, you could pull the whole unit off the wall and charge it with the indoor cable, but why not slap two batteries in the Charging Station instead? They’ll refill up to 15% faster, and you can keep your camera on the wall as a visual deterrent while you wait. £52, arlo.com/uk 2 ARLO RECHARGABLE BATTERY If you don’t want to lose coverage for even a minute, couple the Charging Station with a spare battery to make each camera a quick swap away from getting back in operation. You don’t necessarily need one spare battery per camera – just cycle through as you swap them out. £39, arlo.com/uk 3 SOLAR PANEL CHARGER Routable to a sun-catching location…

1 Fender Jimmy Page Mirror Telecaster Modelled after the famous mirrored Tele Jimmy Page used during his time with The Yardbirds and Led Zep, this guitar features custom ’59 Tele pickups, a period-correct fingerboard, and eight optional mirrors. £2,349, fender.com 2 KitchenAid Stand Mixer Heritage Limited Edition Created to mark 100 years of KitchenAid, this stunning stand mixer will look great on the worktop of any kitchen. It uses one of the first colourways introduced by KitchenAid, and the unique white trim carries a ‘100 years’ logo. £699, kitchenaid.co.uk 3 Oris Divers Sixty-Five Chronograph Bucherer Blue Editions With a dial and bezel manufactured specifically in deep blue for luxury-jewellers Bucherer, this stainless-steel chrono will complement almost any outfit. £2,950, uk.bucherer.com 4 Rimowa x Beoplay H9i Limited Edition These strictly limited…

UNDER £1,000 PHILIPS 9002 The 55-inch Philips POS9002 is from 2017, but its panel gives today’s OLED stiff competition, even at under a grand. That’s especially true when it comes to HDR performance – Philips has really developed a knack with its colours, so when you give the 9002 a good 4K HDR video to chew on, it’s a really great TV. Not that it does badly with HD SDR video either, but it doesn’t have the same wow factor. The smart functions and the sound quality aren’t as strong as the picture performance, but all that can be fixed with a few add-ons. If you’re looking for uncompromising OLED images for a low price, grab one of these before stocks disappear for good. £999, philips.co.uk UNDER £1,200 LG B8…

From £479 apple.com Originally, Apple used the ‘Air’ name for products that were thinner and lighter than anything that had come before. But this new iPad Air, like the recent new MacBook Air, doesn’t actually fit this description. Now, Apple seems to use the Air name for its ‘sweet spot’ products, with the most mainstream mix of features and price. That’s definitely the case here. Top 10(.5) The Air’s 10.5-inch screen size is its centrepiece, and probably the biggest reason to choose it over the 9.7-inch iPad (from £319). The 2224x1668 resolution is sharp and clear, and with a wide P3 colour gamut photos look gorgeous on it. It’s a shame that it’s LCD rather than OLED, but everything looks great on it. It includes Apple’s TrueTone tech, so it…

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