TECH GEAR
RAZER
NABU X
Garmin
fēnix 3
Garmin recently
released the
fēnix 3, the latest
GPS sportwatch
for demanding
athletes and outdoor
adventurers. This
sophisticated watch
supports a full range
of sport activities,
from advanced
fitness training, swimming
and trail running, to triathlon, cycling
and hiking, providing feedback and a
wealth of data on a multitude of metrics.
Sporting a new, slimmer design than its
predecessor, a stainless steel bezel, high
resolution colour display and smartwatch
features, the new fēnix 3 is also suited
for everyday use. When paired with a
smartphone the fēnix 3 provides smart
notifications, weather forecasts and
more. Available in three style variants,
namely Silver, Grey and the premium
Sapphire option, which has a scratch-
resistant, domed sapphire lens and a
linked stainless steel strap.
Available for R7,599 (silver),
R8,449 (performer
bundle) or
R9,999 (sapphire
performer
bundle).
SAMSUNG GALAXY
S6 AND S6 EDGE
The sleek, ultra thin Galaxy S6 and the dual curved
Galaxy S6 Edge are crafted from the finest materials,
with a seamless, full metal and glass construction.
These Android, 5.1” QHD super AMOLED-equipped
touchscreen smartphones also boast a 5-megapixel
front camera and 16-megapixel rear camera. Additional
features include fast charge, which lets you watch two
hours of HD video from just 10 minutes of charging, and
built-in wireless charging capabilities.
McLaren 570S
McLaren recently launched the company’s new Sports
Series with the release of the 570S. Sporting design
queues from both the iconic P1 and 650 models, this
range will be aimed at the entry level of the sports car
market in terms of price.
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Muscle Evolution
International
pricing is
$184,900.
(That’s about
R2,221,394 of your
hard earned cash)
The performance highlights on the 570S
include: A twin-turbo 3.8-litre V8 engine that
produces 562hp and 443lb-ft of torque; a
lightweight carbon tub monocoque chassis;
a sequential seven-speed gearbox; ceramic
brakes; Pirelli P Zero Corsa tyres; adaptive
suspension; 0-100km/h in 3.2 seconds and a
quoted top speed of 204mph.
The Razer Nabu X uses
a no-screen notification
interface as it vibrates
when you get an incoming
alert from your phone
and the LEDs light up in
customisable colours.
Data such as steps, distance
covered, calories burnt,
hours slept, active minutes
and goals are tracked by
the Nabu X’s accelerometer
and algorithms, with
progress displayed on a wide
selection of companion iOS
or Android fitness apps.
Billed as a “social wearable”
device, it contains Razer’s
proprietary Pulse technology
that allows Nabu and Nabu
X bands to ‘talk’ to each
other when they are within
a specified proximity. This
creates fun, new ways of
connecting with others
and interacting with the
world, like shaking hands to
exchange info, or competing
against each other by
comparing data or engaging
in multiplayer games. The
device also offers 5-7 days
of active battery life and up
to 30 days on standby. It is
water-resistant up to 1m.