Innholdsfortegnelse for October 2024 i T3

HANDS-ON 1 iPHONE 16 PRO/PRO MAX • From £999, apple.com This is a big release, even if the changes might be rather small. At first it’s big in terms of size: as soon as we held the new Pro Max, which is something of a doppelganger for the previous generation, the screen struck us. At 6.9 inches, it’s Apple’s largest display ever, and while the device is microscopically larger than the last gen, that extra space has mostly come from the bezel rather than an embiggened case. The same trick has been pulled off on the 6.3-inch screen of the Pro model. Apple’s reps tell us they’ve rerouted screen traces from the edge to underneath the display; we have to assume the bezel’s days will be numbered soon enough. The…

WILL FRANKS, NORTHAMPTON Q What’s the best EV for me? I’m single and don’t go far A The brilliant thing about the EV market being in its infancy is that manufacturers are not afraid to take a risk or two. See, for example, Tesla’s Cybertruck. Making a low-polygon car out of stainless steel was risky as heck. Guru has been through his thoughts on it (see T3 356) and the purple-faced lawyers at his door have made it clear that further thoughts (particularly about its demonstrated performance and quality control) are prohibited. You could go for something super innovative from a different challenger brand. The three-wheeled Twike 5, for example, is a mix of recumbent bike and Reliant Robin, but one which can get you an irrelevant 300 miles…

Despite what many people assume, top quality watches don’t have to cost the equivalent of a private charter to a remote Greek island. Watches are statements of intent, a fashion piece that can make the drabbest of outfits drip with style and swagger. That is, if you can afford a good one. As much as we’d all love a watch advertised by a smirking Formula One driver or a tennis player, the sky-high price tags mean they aren’t really attainable. And, while that’s still true of proper mechanical timepieces, you can certainly pick up a respectable, fashionable watch that will upgrade your overall look, without breaking the bank. Here are our top picks that all sneak in nicely under the £300 mark, so you can wear them every day without…

WHIPSAW RAVENCHORD Throughout its centuries of existence, the piano has stuck to a tried-and-true design. Well, not any more. The Whipsaw Ravenchord is a radical departure that draws inspiration from the wings of a bird, taking on a swooping, curved form that will turn heads wherever it’s used. The piano’s strings are routed downwards at the front of the piano in a radial pattern, and all of them are exposed to the viewer alongside the hammers and dampers. Each string subtly lights up when hit for an understated dose of visual flair, transforming the listening experience into a multisensory event. Price TBC, whipsaw.com NEXT ISSUE IS ON SALE THURSDAY 24 OCTOBER How to upgrade your smart home, the smart way…

SEASONAL ORDER WINTER GETAWAYS Seasonal stays and winter retreats perfect for a pre-Christmas escape There’s no denying it – Christmas is just around the corner, which means it’s time to start thinking about Yuletide plans, and for many this will involve a holiday to the mountains. Numerous new transport routes make getting to the slopes significantly easier this winter. Examples include TUI’s Ski Express service, which will whisk skiers from Amsterdam – just an hour’s flight from the UK – to Austria’s Tyrol and Salzburger Land regions, while SkyAlps’ new Gatwick to Bolzano flights make getting to the Italian ski resort of Cortina a breeze. Head to this spectacular resort to follow in the footsteps of Olympians – the resort hosted its first Winter Olympics in 1956 and will host…

NEVERMIND THE TEMPO An apt title for the latest long-player from math rock mind-benders I Hate My Village, and while it can be a difficult listen - it’s not one for the pub jukebox - at least it’s never boring. THE INFLUENCER More Korean reality filler for Netflix here, with a deliciously disgusting concept: perpetually online wannabes must get as much attention as possible. Guru hates it but loves it. GHOSTS US One to watch on iPlayer if only to remind yourself why the UK version was so brilliant - GaGu loves ogling at transatlantic translations, and the 20-minute eps tick along nice and quick.…

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 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,…

The DJI Neo is ideal for beginner pilots and content creators who might be uncomfortable using more advanced drones to shoot videos and photos. Due to the footage’s self-centred nature, the Neo is best used for shoots in nature, or ’Gram-worthy follow shots through cities or buildings. As a lightweight, compact drone, this isn’t your average sub-250g UAV; in fact, it’s way lighter than the otherwise featherlight DJI Mini 4 Pro. The Neo comes in at 135g, practically half the weight of the Mini 4 Pro. It’s also physically petite at 130 x 157 x 48.5mm. The Neo isn’t foldable like the HoverAir X1, but it’s still pretty portable. The Neo is equipped with two downward-facing cameras, which help it take off and land without GPS. The cameras also help…

The latest addition to Wacaco’s Minipresso range, the GR2 might just be the best portable espresso machine you can buy today. Based on the popular style and features of the original GR, the Wacaco Minipresso GR2 has had a complete redesign to make it more functional and portable than its predecessor. Measuring 125 x 71 x 60mm and weighing just 285g when empty, it’s the brand’s smallest espresso maker to date. Compared to the original, the GR2 has had a 30% size reduction, so when put together, it’s smaller than an iPhone and fits comfortably in the hand for on-the-go use. It’s made up of multiple parts – some of which are better thought out than others. Aside from the Minipresso GR2 main body, it comes with a drip tray,…

The iPhone 16 is here! Admittedly it’s not exactly a revelation given that it happens ever year, and while this generation of Apple’s super phone is, once more, on the evolutionary rather than revolutionary side, there’s a crucial new feature that I believe will change the game. Though their bigger screens and a super-fast A18 processor are welcome upgrades, the feature in question isn’t more screen real estate or power, it’s that nifty camera button now found on the side of all models. It’s an unfortunate reality of the tech industry that the digital camera is going through a bit of an ‘iPod’ moment – apt given the reason is the iPhone, which was originally responsible for the music player’s demise. Apple’s own, along with the many high-end Android handsets…

When 5G was launched in Britain five years ago, it was hailed as a W revolutionary technology that would transform our lives. Although on the face of it the technology didn’t differ in principle from its predecessors – using radio waves to transmit data – the figures representing the bandwidth, latency and upload and download speeds were spectacularly improved. To take just one example, 4G supports 2,000 connections per square kilometre but 5G a million. All manner of exciting applications were enthusiastically predicted. I particularly liked the automotive ones. Cars would routinely communicate with each other. You’d be able to see through the car or truck ahead, seamlessly connecting to its on-board camera to enjoy a safety enhancing view of hazards in your path, projected onto your windscreen. In other…

One of the joys of this job is prodding various new bits of tech well before O they’re released – which I’ve had the privilege of doing for 15 years now. Often facilitating that are various industry shows going on behind the scenes. IFA, a consumer show that takes place annually in Berlin, is one of the longest-standing, with 2024 marking its 100th anniversary. IFA was the first show I ever attended – not a century ago, mind, I’m not that old. It was actually my first-ever overseas assignment, so I’ve got a real soft spot for it – despite the Berlin Messe’s cavernous halls being so perilous to navigate. Usually with a hangover. But while IFA used to be the place where brands launched their key products, these days…

Having first been established in 1979, the world of handheld videogames is nothing new but the recent technological advancements show that in many ways, it’s just getting started. The idea of playing console-quality games you would normally find from the likes of PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo on the move is now very much a reality. While most of the big names you’ve come to expect have got in on the action, plenty of third-party and independent hardware developers are also experimenting in the sector to offer something different. Playing games natively? Check. Streaming across the cloud? Check. A designated controller for mobile. Check. A tiny device sporting a monochrome display and a built-in crank. Check. Check. As always, every bit of hardware will either live or die by its audience.…

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 54 different categories, we’ve chosen the top four 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. Look for the links above each category that take you to…