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Matt Bolton Editor
Matt’s personal gadget of the year is the Nintendo Switch. Yes, it came out over a year ago, but with the latest batch of games, and a summer of travel, it’s become his essential companion. Miche lle McL aren Art Editor Michelle says she couldn’t live without her Garmin Forerunner 645 Music for running. Having detailed data and being able to leave the big phone at home while still listening to music is bliss. Paul Douglas Global Editor-in-Chief, T3.com
The Fitbit Versa won Paul over this year. Most fitness watches are bulky, but this gives at-a-glance health stats without looking like he stuck a dustbin lid to his arm. Rob Jones Tech & Gaming Editor, T3.com
Rob’s pick of 2018 is the Xbox One X. Its native 4K, HDR gaming capabilities and UHD Blu-ray support have sated his entertainment needs like nothing else. Claire Davies Senior Content Editor Claire’s favourite gadget of the year is one she’s been using pretty much every day: the Urbanista Tokyo wireless earbuds. They connect easily, fit well and make AC/DC sound better than ever… Kimbe rley Ballard Production Editor Kimberley’s life would be so dull without her Empire Red KitchenAid 4.8 Litre Artisan Stand Mixer. She uses it to knead dough, make pasta and beat eggs, and even sleeps next to it. Wait, what? Duncan Bell Lifestyle Editor, T3.com Duncan’s 2018 gadget love is the KEF LS50 Wireless speakers. They’re the best marriage yet of hi- fi and tech not made by Naim, and have helped him discover fresh magic in his old tunes. Jo Gulliver Senior Art Editor
Jo’s fitness ambitions went up a notch this year with her addiction to the Wattbike Atom. The smart features have turned her into a data obsessive – why train if you can’t track every detail? Andrew Wes tbrook Operations Editor
A townhouse plus three kids equals depressing amounts of vacuuming, with all the stairs ruling out robo- options, so the Dyson V10 Cyclone has been Andy’s saviour from dirt (and cursing) this year. Spencer Hart Product & Style Editor, T3.com
The gadget that continually impressed Spencer is the Google Pixel 2, or, more specifically, its camera. It’s almost completely replaced his traditional snapper. Subsc ribe now and ge t a free ch arging station! Our current subscription offer gets you a free Native Union Eclipse Charger worth £69.99! Turn to p94 to see our print and digital subscription options!