Gizmo Heaven
1.Sony Alpha NEX-5
Sony’s 14-megapixel rival to the Micro Four Thirds clan puts the interchangeable lens of your choice — albeit only from a choice of three thus far — on a body barely bigger than a standard Sony compact. The APS-C sensor makes for stunning photos and 1080i video and the look is pure Sony modernism.
Why you need it: Magnesium-bodied, compact photographic genius for true gear-heads
Rs. 44,000*,
www.sony.com
2. Bowers & Wilkins P5
B&W has expertly shoehorned all its audio expertise into these stunning headphones. The 18k outlay affords rich, natural sound with added noise insulation and a great look as well.
Why you need it: On top of everything else, they’re the comfiest headphones around
Rs. 18,300*, www.bowers-wilkins.com
3.Philips Table Grill HD4419
A high temperature grill plate that heats quickly to get cooked meat on your plate in minutes, complete with BBQ marks. Its removable splatter guard makes cleaning easy. The best part, no coal required.
Why you need it: BBQ in minutes!
Rs. 5,495, www.india.philips.com
4.LaCie Network Space MAX
A monolithic 2TB or 4TB slab of data, this will regularly back up and mirror the data stored on all your computers, then let you access it from any computer on your network.
Why you need it: LaCie’s remote access service also gifts data access away from home
From Rs. 17,000* onwards, www.lacie.com
5.Miha Bodytec
Using Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS), low frequency current stimulation in simpler words, Miha Bodytec triggers the muscles to yield the required result — a toned you — minus the strenuous workout! Just wear the included vest and customise the settings as you need.
Why you need it: It’s the only way to lose flab without working out TBC,
www.geospafitness.com
6.Nike Free 5.0
The Frees tone leg muscles and improve posture, like running barefoot.
Why you need it: Helps you run as nature intended, and for longer
From Rs. 6,000*, www.nike.com
7.Griffin A-Frame for iPad
The Griffin A-Frame is a lovely piece of aluminium that holds your Apple iPad in portrait or landscape — perfect for watching movies. You can also fold its legs to get the perfect angle for table-top surfing or gaming.
Why you need it: The iPad can’t stand upright on its own without some help
Rs. 4,499, www.stuffcool.com
8.Pioneer XW-NAS5 dock
Built with the iPod Touch in mind, Pioneer’s soundbar lifts Apple’s player into the realms of proper audiophilia. The two 15W front speakers provide rich sound, while a downfiring 30W subwoofer gifts gravitas. Composite and component video outputs only add to the package.
Why you need it: Svelte looks; sweet audio
Rs 33,000*, www.pioneer.co.uk
9.Olympus PEN E-LP1
If you’re on the lookout for a shooter that will give you SLR-grade results minus the hole in your pocket or the strain around your neck, this Micro Four Thirds PEN camera from Olly is a great bet. Whip it out in low light and you’ll still eke out quality prints off it. An increasing number of lenses makes it future-proof as well.
Why you need it: It’s compact, but packs the same bite as seen in big bulky professional cameras
Rs. 29,900, www.olympus-imaging.co.in
10.Dunhill Sentryman Explorer
The arctic-bound wordsmith’s essential quill, the Sentryman is designed to flow even when temperatures drop below freezing. It also has a luminous tip, a flint inside for lighting fires and can be easily switched between fountain pen nib and ballpoint.
Why you need it: It’s a limited edition of 150
Rs. 2,56,000*, www.Dunhill.com
11.Natuzzi Sound Chair
Before you discard it as yet another fancy, egg-shaped armchair for your lounge, hear this. This fine-looking primo bachelor pad décor hides a 3.5mm audio jack that connects to your iPod or any MP3 player and plays tunes through the pair of hidden speakers inside the headrest. So you can lie back and let the soft ergonomic pillow sing you a lullaby.
Why you need it: It’s sure to get tongues wagging in the neighbourhood
Rs. 1,40,000 onwards, www.natuzzi.com
12.LOOK3D glasses
The reinvention of 3D is upon us. The problem is those damned spectacles — they’re designed as a one-size-fits-all, sterilised necessity. In retort, LOOK3D’s huge selection of shades are compatible with RealD, as used in most cinemas, and bring the third dimension to your eyes in a fashionable and personal way.
Why you need it: To embrace 3D in style TBC, www.look3d.com
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