T3 India July 2021

HP OMEN 17 Over the last year, the sheer elation and escapism of gaming has really come into its own. But components shortages have made building your own gaming rig nigh on impossible. Fortunately, gaming laptops have become a great alternative, combining top-tier specs with portability. Case in point: the HP Omen 17. Available with up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080, it will make any AAA title gleam, while its max 32GB of RAM and Intel Core i7-11800H processor will absolutely shred any task you can think of. Additionally, its 165Hz QHD display with 3ms response time and Wi-Fi 6E compatibility make lag virtually non-existent – helping you waste any opponent. And HP isn’t only thinking about the short term: its RAM and SSD are easily upgradeable, while its keyboard…

We seem to need a reason to celebrate everything. While most days of 2020-21 have been music days for a lot of us, going by the increased demand for portable audio products, the World Music Day went past without much fanfare. And thanks to a friend who took pains to wish me, I am now aware of a National Camera Day that falls on the 29th of June. I am sure we can find a gadget, a genre or simply a reason to celebrate each day of our lives; or celebrate every day without a reason, for life is certainly worth celebrating. Coming back to tech, 5G devices flooding the markets start to feel like the familiar restaurant experience of empty plates being served before the agonising wait for appetisers. We…

YAMAHA SR-B20A AND SR-C20A SOUNDBARS ₹20,490, in.yamaha.com Yamaha’s new entry-level soundbars strive to elevate the users’ viewing and gaming experiences through a much-needed upgrade in the audio quality of televisions. The 600mm long and 64mm high SR-C20A is designed in a way to fit into environments with limited space. It is equipped with two full range drivers and a 100W subwoofer, along with two passive radiators to help deliver more bass. The SR-C20A is compatible with Dolby Audio surround as well. Meanwhile, the SR-B20A is slightly slimmer with a height of 53mm, but 910mm wide. Additionally, the B20 is also covered with a sleek, deep black fabric and has larger, dimmable LEDs for visibility when changing settings. The SR-B20A is compatible with DTS Virtual:X and strives to deliver a 3D audio experience.…

1 HEMINGSWORTH KULBIR GURKHA SWIM SHORT With distinctive double pleats and a crossover belt fastening, these swim shorts are designed for ultimate sophistication pool-side. Cut from lightweight poly/cotton with mesh lining, for the smoothest and most luxurious of feels. ₹20,000, hemingsworth.com 2 LYLE & SCOTT GINGHAM SWIM SHORTS The epitome of summer, these men’s swim shorts with all over gingham print feature a rounded hem with split, an internal mesh brief for comfort and support and an elasticated waistband with adjustable drawstring. ₹4,500, lyleandscott.com 3 LOS ANGELES SWIM TRUNK STYLE RNF402 Made in South Central, Los Angeles, these trunks are fully lined right to the bottom of the short. Three pockets and a velcro seal mean they’re functional in and outside of the pool. ₹5,100, losangelesapparel.eu 4 MR MARVIS THE GOODWOODS SWIM The tailored fit makes you streamlined both in…

SWATCH, BIG BOLD BIOCERAMIC Swatch has mixed two-thirds ceramic and one-third bio-sourced plastic to create a soft, silky and resilient timepiece. The 47mm case is deep and architecturally structured, providing plenty of room to appreciate the movement. ₹10,800, swatch.com RAYMOND WEIL, MAESTRO 40MM Sophistication is key here, with an aperture in the pink copper dial revealing the beating heart of the watch. Contemporary steel blue hands offer an elegant match to the blue Roman numerals and leather strap. ₹1,19,500, raymond-weil.co.uk AVI-8, SPITFIRE TYPE 300 AUTOMATIC ROYAL BRITISH LEGION Mirroring the iconic Spitfire’s gauges and with a Royal British Legion two-petal poppy at 6 o’clock, this timepiece has been designed to support the men and women who have served over the years. ₹29,500, avi-8.com CHRISTOPHER WARD, C63 SEALANDER ELITE Made from Grade 2 titanium, this is CW’s lightest ever mechanical watch…

Elevate your outfit with this truly premium accessory. With its streamlined body, the exceptionally light Léman Slim instrument offers easy handling and optimum writing comfort, complete with a touch of timeless elegance. Adorned with a baguette diamond guillochage, reminiscent of a dazzling jewel in all its glory, for the first time, Caran d’Ache has placed the art of engraving centre stage on one of its writing instruments. The pen’s body plays with light to create infinite reflections and is crafted from a subtle blend of precious materials. The polishing reveals the rhodium-coated silver of the instrument’s body, while the countless engraved prisms lend the appearance of a diamond. These meticulous techniques are carried out from start to finish in Caran d’Ache’s Geneva-based workshop. A delicately lacquered white button is the…