Recreational Revolution

Upgrade all your activities with the most advanced devices.

OLYMPUS TOUGH TG-6 WATERPROOF CAMERA

Now that the weather is getting warmer, it’s time to get back outside. Take this durable action camera from Olympus with you and shoot your adventures, safe in the knowledge it can handle even the toughest conditions. Weatherproof construction keeps out dust, dirt and snow, plus it’s waterproof to 50 feet and shockproof from seven feet. There’s no compromise on performance, either, with a 12-megapixel sensor, a 3-inch rear display and 4K video capabilities. $449.99.

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BIOLITE FIREPIT +

Brooklyn, New York-based, Biolite won plenty of plaudits for its Firepit, and it’s made a number of upgrades for 2021. This portable campfire burns wood or charcoal and even comes with a grill grate if you want to prepare food. Bluetooth connectivity and a number of battery-powered fans allow you to control the intensity of the fire using the accompanying app, and it can burn for up to 30 hours straight. Measuring 27 inches by 13 inches by 15.8 inches, the Firepit+ is large enough to keep a small group warm while remaining portable. $249.95.

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WYZE SCALE

Whether you are trying to lose weight or put on muscle, this smart scale will help you reach your goals. It tracks 12 metrics — such as body fat, muscle mass and body water percentage — so you can get an all-around view of your health. It sends the data to the Wyze app for easy analysis, and it syncs with popular fitness apps, too. $19.99.

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HUBITAT ELEVATION

The smart home revolution continues apace, with big companies like Amazon and Google battling it out to control your devices. Smart devices might be firmly in the mainstream now, but they also sparked privacy concerns. That’s where Hubitat comes in, with the Elevation smart home hub processing data locally rather than sending it to the cloud. A Hubitat app comes in versions for both IOS and Android, and the device offers similar features to the more popular brands with improved security. $129.95.

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