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The best new tech heading your way

HANG LOOSE

Why be uptight? The looks for men in 2023 are free and easy with loose tailoring featuring heavily on the S/S catwalks

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TUT-AL BODY FITNESS

‘Micro gym’ TUT Trainer 2.0 boasts patented resistance band tech

FROM ZERO TO HERO

Adidas launches new affordable ‘elite-level’ running shoes

HOT HOTELS FOR 2023

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MODERN LOVE

As the mid-century modern movement enjoys yet another resurgence, we pay homage to its perfect balance of clean style and pragmatism

GADGET GURU

T3’s tech titan dives feet first into another pile of quandaries

NOW PLAYING

Guru finds the finest media you need on your various devices

Duncan Bell isn’t asking Alexa

Amazon’s Alexa-powered Echo is said to be losing money by the bucketload. Is it any wonder?

FANTASTIC FITNESS TECH

Grab the gear to help you shape up in 2023

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WEIGHT BENCHES

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PREPARING FOR A 5K

Whether it’s a 5K, 10K or even an ultra marathon, these simple steps from top iFit trainer John Peel will have you well on your way to victory

E-SCOOTERS EVOLVED

The next generation of green commute cutters is here

DRAGONFLY HYPERSCOOTER DF

FOUR WHEELS GOOD The Dragonfly Hyperscooter DF is

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TAUR

SHINE A LIGHT Forward-facing stance is clearly the

Premium tech, affordable prices

You don’t need to pay first class prices to get first class tech. From TVs to trackers, here’s how to get the best for less

Exciting earbuds

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Sensational speakers

1 2 3 4 1 JBL FLIP 5

Luscious laptops

1 ASUS VIVOBOOK 15 With 4GB of RAM,

Top-quality tablets

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Sleek smartphones

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Sexy smartwatches

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Terrific TVs

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Sublime soundbars

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Coffee machines

Brew it better with these espresso machines with built-in grinders

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The entry-level option offers great results and a stylish look

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A sightly more expensive machine, but boy do you get what you pay for

VERDICT: THE OVERALL WINNER IS…

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5 ESSENTIAL ADD-ONS

These machines should have everything you need to get started as a barista but here’s how to take it to the next level…

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TESTED

Expert reviews and recommendations to help you buy with confidence

Philips OLED+907

A TV superstar that integrates a super sound system with a super OLED panel. So is it the best all-in-one TV package currently available?

Acer Swift Edge

Looking for a 16-inch laptop that doesn’t weigh much at all? We reveal whether this super-light ultrabook with a big 4K display is right for you

House of Marley Get Together 2 XL

This portable speaker offers a few handy features and supersized sound

Coros Apex 2 Pro

Can Coros’ Apex 2 Pro multisport watch take on top Garmins such as the Fenix 7X or the Enduro 2?

LG S95QR

LG’s high-tech flagship soundbar adds a centre height channel for greater immersion, offering a fully immersive cinematic experience

Amazon Kindle Scribe

This big-screened e-reader doubles up as an e-writer and e-scribbler too

Apollo City 2022 Pro

The top dog of e-scooters, the City Pro can climb steeper and go longer to cope with any city commute

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