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1 TEENAGE ENGINEERING EP-133 KO II £299, teenage.engineering Teenage Engineering may have made its name cooking up costly music gadgets like the OP-1 – and later cemented its reputation in the design world with (amongst other things) its collaborations with Nothing, Ikea and Panic’s Playdate console – but the Swedish company’s retro-styled Pocket Operator series might be its most iconic output. Sporting a raw buttons-on-circuit-board design, Game-and-Watch-style LCD displays, and differing musical abilities depending on which of the many models you picked, the super-low price of the Pocket Operator series put portable electronic tunesmithing into the hands of the masses. We mention this by way of getting to two of the highlights of the PO line, the boxing-themed PO-33 and Street Fighter co-branded PO-133 – both dinky and remarkably capable…

Folding treadmills are very popular as they require less floor space to store than traditional running machines, making them an ideal choice for people with smaller homes. And while some folding treadmills can cut corners, we can always count on Bowflex to provide a similar high-quality workout experience to its full-size Bowflex Treadmill 22 with the BXT8Ji Treadmill (£1.599, fitness-superstore.co.uk). Bowflex’s new home-gym equipment offers high-performance cardio and the ability to pair your device to the JRNY adaptive fitness app. Although there is no built-in multimedia display, you can pop your tablet or phone on the media shelf to stream any content you wish. Key features include a 20 x 60-inch (51cm x 152cm) running belt and Comfort Tech cushioning system for a softer landing, SoftDrop folding system and transport…

1 DECO TULIP WALLPAPER Art Deco – short for the French term Arts Décoratifs – was a trend that first emerged in the 1920s. Glamour characterised the look and this wallpaper captures the rich aesthetic to perfection. Inspired by tulips, the design is beautifully delicate, while the opulence of gold against black captures a quintessential Art Deco vibe. £24 per sqm, wallsauce.com 2 PEACOCK ART DECO GOLD FIRE SCREEN Art Deco designers adored fan shapes, curved lines and statuesque grandeur. Think of the Empire State Building and you’re on the right track. This expanding fire screen has all the correct aesthetic elements. It’s tall and neat when stored, then opens into a seashell-like design to become a golden firescreen. £225, frenchbedroom.co.uk 3 DECO WALL CLOCK Chic, stylish and functional, this clock…

THE SIMPSONS Heard of this? Fine, you have – but the latest season (34!) is a return to the form the yellow guys lost around season 10. Particularly the ace ‘Treehouse of Horror’ episode, pictured. SHUFFLE UP & PLAY Hour-long YouTube videos of people playing Magic: The Gathering aren’t for everyone, Guru admits. But they’re good company in an empty house, and surprisingly funny. GOLDEN GaGu, despite being a mid-forties curmudgeon, loves K-Pop. Thus he enjoyed most of BTS member Jungkook’s solo album – it’s Michael Jackson adjacent in places, if that sells it.…

1 APPLE VISION PRO Feel close to loved ones no matter where you are with Apple’s upcoming virtual and augmented reality headset. With it, you can have immersive and intimate video calls, seeing your friends and family in life-sized proportions in front of you. You can also use the sleek and comfortable headset to play games, use apps, watch movies and more. £TBC, apple.com 2 LOGITECH C920 Upgrade the built-in camera on your laptop to make all your video calls and meetings more enjoyable. With full HD 1080p video calling, stereo audio, a 78-degree field of view, and HD auto light correction that adjusts depending on your environment, this webcam from Logitech delivers crystal clear video in a versatile design that’ll work well with most laptops and monitors. £89.99, logitech.com…

1 WE ARE REWIND CASSETTE PLAYER Rediscover the smooth and rich joy of old-school sound. We Are Rewind has reimagined the classic cassette player, adding a rechargeable battery with 12 hours of playback and Bluetooth so that you can connect it to wireless headphones or a speaker. With a minimal aesthetic, manual buttons and sleek aluminium casing, it sounds good, looks great and delivers a satisfying hit of nostalgia. £133, wearerewind.com 2 NANOLEAF 4D SCREEN MIRROR + LIGHTSTRIP KIT Create the ultimate sensory entertainment experience with this lighting kit from Nanoleaf. It syncs colours from whatever you’re watching on your TV screen and mirrors them on the LED lighting behind it. The result is vibrant, fun colours that’ll instantly immerse you in whatever you’re watching, whether it’s a game, sporting…

RIESE & MULLER UBN FIVE An ebike that’s lightweight, stylish and packed with tech: the UBN Five makes any journey enjoyable, whether you’re taking in the wonders of the countryside or simply getting from A to B. Pedalling really doesn’t get much smoother or much quieter, and you’ve got a 430Wh battery built in that’s going to be good for many hours of cycling adventures. From £4,909, r-m.de CANON EOS 90D Capable of capturing top-tier 32.5 megapixel images, the Canon EOS 90D mid-range DSLR is a versatile, powerful and reliable camera – and superb value for money, even at this substantial price. It feels ultra-premium to hold and to use, and will get you fantastic results no matter what you’re shooting, from the local wildlife to the northern lights. £1,210,…

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 JBL Bar 1300 is an 11.1.4 channel soundbar that uses detachable wireless rear speakers to deliver immersive Dolby Atmos. It also ups the ante by adding a beefier subwoofer, increasing the amplification power and including even more features. All of which makes this system a contender for one of the best soundbars you can buy. The JBL Bar 1300 offers a layout based around a main unit, two wireless rears and a 10-inch rear-ported and downward-firing wireless subwoofer. The soundbar contains six racetrack drivers, five tweeters and four full-range up-firing drivers, while the rears each have a racetrack driver, an up-firing driver and a passive radiator. The Bar 1300 decodes the Dolby Atmos and DTS:X object-based audio formats, delivering them using front left and right channels, a centre channel,…

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…

NORTH FACE BASEBALL CAP This lightweight cap is made from recycled ripstop and is named after its year of inspiration: 1992. The khaki and navy colourway give it authentic retro vibes. An elasticated back tap keeps it snug £35, mrporter.com TED TRAINERS Dune says these retro-inspired trainers have ‘timeless style’. We say the mix of cream, tan and brown suede effect is unmistakably vintage. A sleek sneaker with a leather mix upper and perforated panel. £80, dunelondon.com FILA CLASSIC HEADBAND In the late 1970s Björn Borg was not just Wimbledon champ but he was hitting aces style-wise too with his iconic Fila headband. The sports brand are still working it with this unisex lightweight replica. £21.96, amazon.co.uk FLEESKI JACKET Retro activewear fashion was big on beige and brown. Celebrate this…

2024 will be the first time the Tour de France won’t finish in France’s capital, due to the Paris Olympics, which kick off in July 2024. This year, Nice will be the finishing point. Our favourite cycling spot in the city? The beautiful Promenade des Anglais, from which you’ll enjoy beautiful views over the ocean. Elsewhere, Amsterdam has always ranked as one of the world’s most cyclist-friendly cities, and the latest development on this front is the new underwater bicycle park, which recently opened next to Amsterdam’s central station. This space-age structure, designed by Dutch design studio Wurck, is located nine metres beneath the city’s canal network. The subterranean building has room for 7,000 bicycles and can be accessed by both visitors and locals, who can use transport cards to…

GINA HARRIS, LONDON Q How should I winter-proof my car? A First of all, let us ensure you have the vitals covered. GaGu doesn’t mean snow chains – this isn’t Canada – but be sure to top up your fluids, replace any freezables with non-freezables, and get yourself some way to de-ice that windscreen. Because Guru hates you, he recommends pouring boiling water on it straight from the kettle. What could go wrong? Alternatively, there are various 12v-powered warmth-makers out there – check Amazon for the hilariously named ‘Electromagnetic Molecular Interference Antifreeze Snow Removal Instrument’, yours for a tenner with a free bottle of ‘Cologn’ for some reason – though you can’t go wrong with a few sprays of good old Blue Star de-icer (£3.50 ish). In case of emergency,…

There’s a curious sign at Stuttgart Airport for Automated Valet T Parking. It’s a project developed by Mercedes in partnership with Bosch and Apcoa that allows your car to park itself in the garage, leaving you to head straight for your flight. I visited the parking garage for myself this week and got a full demo of the process. The Intelligent Park Pilot technology required to operate the automated valet parking is currently available for seven models of Mercedes-Benz, including the Mercedes S-Class (including the LWB version), EQS, EQS SUV, EQE, EQE SUV and the new Mercedes E-Class. However, the technology required to use it has been made open source, so that other manufacturers can use it in the future. You need to pre-book one of these slots in advance,…

1 NEST WIFI PRO Strengthen the Wi-Fi signal in your home with the Nest Wi-Fi Pro. This simple mesh Wi-Fi router provides lightning-fast speeds and reliable internet, so you never have to worry about losing connection. It automatically manages performance across your network, solving any issues as they arise and prioritising essential tasks, like video calls, to keep everything running smoothly. £189.99, store.google.com 2 LOGITECH WAVE KEYS Refine your workspace for comfort and productivity with a new wireless keyboard. The Logitech Wave Keys has an ergonomic, wavy design and cushioned palm rest to relieve pressure, reduce typing fatigue and keep your hands in a natural position. You can customise the shortcut keys and connect to multiple devices at once for hassle-free working. £69.99, logitech.com 3 ASUS ZENBOOK 14 FLIP OLED…

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NIKON Z FC The lightweight build of the Nikon Z fc makes it perfect for touring around cities and being ready for action at a moment’s notice: whatever you need to capture, and however quickly you need to take the shot, this is a DX-format mirrorless camera that won’t let you down. To add to the appeal we’ve got the vintage look and the 4K video capture capabilities. £789, nikon.co.uk DELL XPS 13 There aren’t many more plaudits we can give the Dell XPS 13: it’s quite simply one of the best compact Windows 11 laptops around, combining a very capable level of performance with a gorgeous design. It’s ideal as a travel laptop, with a battery that’ll last all day away from a power source, and a form factor…

It feels like only a heartbeat ago we were reviewing the last MacBook Pro – the 16-inch M2 Pro model, 10 months ago, back in March 2023 – and quickly realising it was not only among the best MacBooks money could buy, but ultimately one of the best laptops on the planet. That a new MacBook Pro has arrived so soon after seems somewhat peculiar, but we’re not complaining: the all-new M3 silicon (as revealed in the ‘Scary Fast’ event) is here to reign supreme and, in the 14-inch MacBook Pro M3 Max model we had for review, it’s truly outstanding. Not only that, dressed in the also all-new Space Black finish (which we’re mildly obsessed with – all Apple products should offer Space Black), and with a lower entry-level…

When the QuietComfort Ultra Headphones landed in our laps, we were excited to see how much Bose had advanced its already amazing noise-cancelling formula. But these cans are pricey, even compared to the competition. So is it worth spending so much for pure travelling bliss? The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones fit into the company’s line-up as a sort-of replacement for the Bose Headphones 700. That might sound peculiar, as those in the know of Bose’s range will be all too aware of the QuietComfort 45 model. But really the Ultra are akin to both the above melded into an all-new product. That’s because unlike the 700 model, these have a folding design. But unlike the more plasticky and exposed-screw design of the QC 45 model, the Ultra Headphones appear seamless…

One of the justifications for car manufacturers spending millions funding racing and rallying teams over the years has been that motorsport technology filters down into their road cars, making them better. Examples include disc brakes, active suspension and steering wheel buttons – all inspired by the racetrack. But, if anything, in recent years the trend has been inverted. Hybrid powertrains and lithium-ion batteries, for example, appeared first on the road. But could that trend be about to switch back? I recently visited the impressive new headquarters of Jaguar TCS Racing at Kidlington in Oxfordshire. It’s where the team’s very successful electric Formula Eracing cars, now in their third generation, are engineered. All the talk was about how racing developments will help improve the company’s future roadgoing electric Range Rovers, Defenders,…

Ever wanted to cook the perfect roast chicken? Or maybe you panic about under or overcooking and you have a nice cut of beef to prepare? Then you need to check out the new Meater 2 Plus (£119, meater.com). Leading cooking thermometer brand Meater recently added to its growing collection of meat thermometers with the Meater 2 Plus. Building off the success and popularity of the original Meater, the Meater 2 Plus has been given a whole host of smart feature upgrades, and a whole new app design that makes cooking meat easier and stress-free. The Meater 2 Plus is the ultimate tool for all methods of cooking, including roasting, grilling, smoking and even air frying. One of its best upgrades is its first-of-its-kind ability to cope with direct open-flame…

Often this little section of Gadget Guru is where your author shares his latest obsessions, the things he’s been kindly sent by excellent industry friends, or the details of his seasonal miseries. Guru’s doorbell has been suspiciously silent this month, and he appears to be mostly obsessed with the weather, thus you get your regularly scheduled dose of grumpiness. Lucky you! Maybe we’ll change the formula a bit and look at ways to be less hate-filled, though, as Guru has upgraded his collection of seasonal affective disorder preventatives. On his desk, annoyingly placed half way in front of his monitor, is the Lumie Vitamin L Lamp (£100), tuned magnificently to sunlight temperature and constantly blasting GaGu in the face with its therapeutic photons. Next to GaGu’s bed would be another…

1 WAHOO KICKR SMART TRAINER Transform your outdoor road bike into a stationary fitness bike with this smart trainer, so you can ride whatever the weather on fun virtual courses. It’s quiet and promises a realistic cycling experience. With Wi-Fi connectivity, it works with your favourite fitness and cycling apps, meaning you can track your cadence, distance, speed and power as you pedal. £1,100, wahoofitness.com 2 DOMYOS FITNESS BALANCE BOARD Challenge your body this new year with a balance board. An essential piece of kit if you’re training for snowboarding, surfing, trail running or any activity that requires strength and stability. It’s also enjoyable and rewarding to put your daily routine to the test on a balance board and see how much you can improve over the months and years.…

SONY WH-1000XM5 Sony promises “your world and nothing else” when you’re wearing the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones: the optimised noise cancelling on these cans means that everything from aeroplane engines to city bustle can be effortlessly quietened down, leaving you free to enjoy your music, movies, podcasts or audiobooks while you’re on your travels. £319, sony.co.uk META QUEST 3 Meta’s latest virtual reality headset adds vastly improved mixed reality capabilities too, so you’ve got a host of new experiences to enjoy – including blasting away furry aliens as they invade whatever room you’re in. The Meta Quest 3 is compact and portable, and means you’ve always got a guaranteed box of entertainment tricks wherever you’re travelling to. From £479.99, meta.com KINDLE OASIS When it comes to portable gear to take away…

BLU-RAY PANASONIC DP-UB820EB You can spend much more on even higher-spec Blu-ray playback but this Panasonic delivers the goods exceptionally well, with a vibrancy and subtlety that belies its mid-range price tag. The omissions here – there’s no SA-CD or DVD-A support – aren’t going to be deal-breakers for most, and while it’s been out for a few years now it remains one of the best Blu-ray players you can buy in any price bracket. It supports all the key surround and HDR standards and in the director’s chair you’ll find Panasonic’s excellent second generation Hollywood Cinema Experience picture processing engine. £349.99, panasonic.com TAPE DECK CLEAR TECH UO Urban Outfitters does a great job of making us feel our age: it recently sold out a range of early-2000s iPods to…

The PlayStation Portal Remote Player, to use its full name, is a portable games machine with its own screen and wrapped in a controller – much like a Switch or many of the other portable consoles, but it’s also quite different. It doesn’t technically run games, for starters. Instead, it uses a PlayStation 5’s existing Remote Play functionality to stream games over a home or external wireless connection, using your PS5 as the host and the Portal as a receiver. The Portal only has an LCD touchscreen, but it’s highly impressive nonetheless. Being eight inches means it is beefy and bold enough to make a gameplay session feel more tangible, and it has a decent viewing angle to boot. The PlayStation Portal has no on-board storage and you cannot install…

As well as aiming to be one of the best Chromebooks around, the latest version of Acer’s 514 Chromebook has the Plus label attached, putting it at the vanguard of the new Chromebook Plus scheme, a badge of quality for Google ChromeOS laptops. Chromebook Plus is a certain benchmark that laptops have to reach to get the premium label attached to them, and that benchmark includes having at least a 1080p HD screen. The Acer Chromebook Plus 514 goes better than that, with a 14-inch, 1,920 x 1,200 display that’s sharp and reasonably bright: it does the job for watching videos and working on documents. As for the rest of the design of this laptop, it’s all rather straightforward. We like the two-tone texture effect on the laptop lid, the…

Co-engineered with Leica, the Insta360 Ace Pro follows the success of the Insta360 ONE RS 1-Inch. While the new action cam’s shape and functionality resemble traditional action cameras, because this is Insta360 we’re talking about, expect some AI-powered features, like AI Highlights and AI Warp. The Insta360 Ace Pro has a rectangular body with a couple of physical buttons, with a large screen at the back and a smaller one at the front of the unit. Its somewhat protruding optical unit was co-engineered with Leica and comprises a large 1/1.3-inch sensor, a 5nm AI chip and a Leica SUMMARIT lens, ensuring excellent low-light capabilities. The Ace Pro is almost tailor-made for vlogging and shooting videos where you stare at the camera. This is in part thanks to the pivoting 2.4-inch…