T3 India May 2022

LEGO BACK TO THE FUTURE TIME MACHINE Great Scott! Lego has form for producing some absolutely iconic pop-culture tie-in sets but this one surprised even us. The Danish building-block behemoth has just released a Lego Creator set of all three DeLoreans from the Back to the Future films. ‘Wait a minute’, we hear you cry. ‘Are you telling me I can build a time machine… out of Lego?’ Does Biff Tannen hate manure? This 1,872-piece set allows you to build your choice of DeLorean from each of the three movies and includes realistic details like folding tyres for flight mode, a light-up flux capacitor, printed date readouts for the dashboard and opening gull-wing doors and hood. And while rigging it to be struck by 1.2 gigawatts of lightning won’t allow you…

Summer of 22! We have been witnessing an extremely uncomfortable heat wave, worsened by power blackouts in many parts of the country. My main concern is the fact that we are still dependent on coal-fired power generators for energy. Even the ‘clean’ electric vehicles are being powered largely by these extremely polluting power plants, and this is deeply concerning. At least, the sweltering heat brings with it the hopes for a delightful summer holiday season followed by the refreshing monsoons. While you prepare to travel, don’t forget to glance through our curated list of gadgets you might want to carry with you while you are on the move. On a different note, technology and gadgets are generally associated with men, and hence publications like T3 have been generally viewed as men’s interest…

VIEWSONIC VA2210-MH AND VA2205-MH ₹16,300 onwards, viewsonic.com/in The VA2210-mh and VA2205-mh are Viewsonic’s latest addition to its range of home and office monitors. These full HD monitors feature a narrow bezel design offering a wide range of viewing angles. Both monitors have a built-in dual speaker and the displays come with connectivity options such as HDMI and VGA inputs. The 22-inch monitors come with eye care technology to help eliminate eye strain and its ViewMode function offers a selection of intuitive presets to deliver optimised screen performance for various applications. They also come with an LED backlight and energy-saving Eco-mode. Based on user requirements, the VA2205-mh monitor offers a high contrast panel with detailed and clear images, while the VA2210-mh comes with a Superclear IPS technology offering colour accuracy and wider viewing…

Holidays to some of our favourite Asian destinations are back on the cards, and a flurry of new hotels – and stunning facelifts of old favourites – mean there’s no shortage of accommodation. Take Singapore, where a spectacular makeover of the Four Seasons Hotel Singapore has involved a transformation of its spa and the opening, in May 2022, of a Nobu restaurant. Over at the Raffles Singapore, dining options now include Osteria BBR by Alain Ducasse, while a new herb garden will help Michelin-starred chef Anne-Sophie Pic add Asian twists to dishes at signature restaurant La Dame de Pic. Sustainably minded travellers will love the new Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay (pictured), with its atrium gardens and green tech, while no self-respecting cocktail fan should miss a visit to the Regent Singapore’s…

YOTO MINI Yoto – a kid-friendly Bluetooth speaker, which plays a wide range of audio content stored on insertable cards – now comes in a travel-friendly Mini version. ₹4,999, yotoplay.com PATAGONIA ARBOR ROLL TOP PACK 30L Supercharge your sustainability with this bag from B-Corpcertified Patagonia. It’s Fair Trade certified, dyed using a process that uses minimal water and constructed from recycled polyester. ₹11,000, patagonia.com TILE BLUETOOTH TRACKER Bluetooth trackers often look rather plain, but Tile has spiced things up by launching a range of trackers with edgy, colourful designs. From ₹3,299, tile.com…

NAVY BLUE GEORGETTE LEHENGA CHOLI This wedding special georgette base flared lehenga choli is embellished with sequin and thread work to make sure you stand out in the crowd. Navy blue colour adds grace and beauty that will make you more attractive. ₹4,700, kreeva.com COTTON SILK EMBROIDERED SKIRT SET Suit up in this embroidered skirt set for a casual, carefree look. The hand block printed skirt is paired with a contrasting embroidered sleeveless blouse for a vibrant appearance. ₹2,295, fabindia.com OFF-WHITE SILK WEAVE PRINT SAREE This Banarasi silk saree combines silk weave prints on the whole fabric for a gorgeous look and can be worn for weddings, festival parties and other private gatherings. ₹3000, kreeva.com COTTON SILK TUNIC SHARARA SET If comfort is what you prefer, this Sharara set with short kurta will serve you well, offering the simplicity of…