T3 India July 2024

BANG & OLUFSEN BEOSYSTEM 9000C Physical media has made a serious comeback in recent years and Bang & Olufsen is ensuring you can still access the best devices to play it on. After bringing the Beogram 4000 series of turntables back to life in 2020 as the Beogram 4000c, B&O has revived its second classic product: the Beosystem 9000c. Reinventing its namesake 1990s multi-disc CD player for the 2020s, the Beosystem 9000c features reclaimed aluminium from the original products that’s then been remachined and reanodised to echo its design. As before, the CD changer displays each disc so you can still enjoy their art. The system also comes with a pair of Beolab 28 speakers: not only do they offer sumptuous sound but their adjustable curtains focus their soundstage narrowly…

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…

BANG & OLUFSEN BEOSOUND A9 CUSTOMISABLE SPEAKER ₹2,67,317, bang-olufsen.com The Beosound A9 is a powerful and minimalist speaker with a customisable design. It comes in a variety of colours including Gold Tone, Natural Aluminum, and Black Anthracite. It flaunts a sculptural design, which is worth displaying like modern art, with contemporary styling. On top of that, it can be mounted onto a wall or can be positioned anywhere in a room, just like a piece of furniture. To enhance the music experience, the Beosound A9 makes full use of its real oak legs and acoustically calibrated cover. It also has a timeless shape and easy-to-customise design. T3 SAYS: A premium speaker system that can also elevate the aesthetic of a living place. TECH-O-METER MINIMALIST LIGHT PHONE III ₹33,341, minimalcompany.com The…

Ultraviolette has just unveiled its latest flagship, the F77 Mach 2, setting a new standard in electric motorcycle technology. It’s not just about being eco-friendly; it’s about redefining what’s possible in electric mobility. With an introductory price of ₹2,99,000, thanks to their forward-thinking Carbon Farewell Fund, Ultraviolette is making premium electric motorcycles accessible to riders all over India. This move isn’t just about selling bikes; it’s about accelerating the shift towards electric vehicles and supporting global sustainability goals. Let’s dive into what makes the Ultraviolette F77 Mach 2 more than just another bike—it’s a technological powerhouse designed to thrill riders and redefine the electric motorcycle experience. Given that all e-bikes in the country are just standard commuter vehicles, the F77 Mach 2 aim to create an all-new category of performance…

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…

Wrist wearables have long offered a number of different ways to evaluate cardiovascular health, with one of the most popular methods being VO2 max estimations. But let’s face it: not everyone’s up for a run or a bike ride to unlock those numbers. That’s where VentriJect, a Danish medical marvel, steps in with Seismofit (₹TBC, ventriject.com). Forget the sweat-inducing workouts; this gadget revolutionises fitness checks by tapping into seismocardiography (SCG) wizardry to measure your VO2 max without breaking a sweat. Just slap this matchbox-sized marvel on your chest and it captures all those heartbeat vibes, crunching the data with some AI magic to serve up your VO2 max score in under three minutes. Originally designed for the white coat brigade, Seismofit’s now hitting the streets, gearing up fitness centres, gyms…