Tech gifts
Gadgets are always welcome under the Christmas tree, and here are some of the latest…
Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV
Mirrorless cameras bridge the gap between convenient but limited smartphones, and quality but bulky DSLRS, allowing users to capture excellent images while on tour. Among the best is the Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV. It’s lightweight and has auto focus, a flip-down touchscreen, 20-megapixel sensor and the ability to shoot 4K video. Ergonomic design makes it great for keen travel photographers. Price £629
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Bose Quietcomfort 45 headphones
Listening with these headphones is like crawling under a duvet and dropping off to sleep. Noise-cancelling technology and synthetic leather earcup cushions ensure great sound, with microphones in the earcups reacting to outside noise. This is cancelled for clear, crisp music.
The headphones run for 24 hours on a single charge and are Bluetooth enabled. Price £319.95
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Suunto 9 Peak Granite Blue Titanium sports watch
You’re spoiled for choice when it comes to smart sports watches, but we love the 9 Peak, with more than 80 sports modes, barometer and GPS. It tracks your blood oxygen and is water-resistant to 100m. A new feature indicates how fast you burn fat and carbs, and an accompanying app with heat maps shows you the best places to run, cycle, swim or ski. Price £629
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Sonos Roamroam portableportable speaspeaker
Bring the partyarty withwith youyou onon tourtour withw this robust, waterproof, portable speaker, powered by a rechargeable battery. It lets you enjoy multi-space listening via Wi-fi or Bluetooth streaming, and includes voice control. Although it is small, the Roam’s sound is mighty, adapting to the speaker’s orientation for the best listening experience. The built-in battery powers up to 10 hours of continuous playback. Price £179
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Ryze Tello drone
You can spend upwards of £1000 on a drone, but we suspect most people seek something a little kinder to their pockets. Coming in at under £100, the Ryze Tello weighs just 80g and is easy to fly, capturing footage that will satisfy most users.
The maximum flight distance is 100m, and the maximum flight time of 13 minutes should be more than enough to acquire excellent views of the local area.
Price £99
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Olympus 10x42 PRO binoculars
Weatherproof and great value, Olympus 10x42 PRO binoculars are an excellent choice for keen walkers who enjoy a spot of birdwatching while they’re on their travels. The multi-coated lenses and prisms provide sharp images, even in low light, so this is a good option for observing the night sky. The slimline, compact design makes them especially suitable for caravanners, when storage space is at a premium. Price £384
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