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APPLE

VR/AR HEADSET

An Apple VR and AR headset is reportedly on its way. The virtual reality and augmented reality headset will no doubt compete with the best VR headsets on the market. Completely separate from the much-anticipated Apple Glass release (launch due in the far future) – glasses that will be able to project information and imagery onto its lenses – the Apple VR/AR headset is expected to be like a typical headset but with several exterior cameras and sensors that can o er body tracking and will include real-world environments in a virtual space, as well as communication features, content viewing and gaming. The headset could consist of a see-through experience that plays into the promise of an augmented reality experience. The launch is set for January 2023.

VALVE

STEAM DECK

Steam Deck is a powerful all-in-one portable PC gaming console that allows you to play PC games on the go. It runs the latest AAA games and is versatile in that it can connect peripherals and throw pictures onto big screens. Other super features include trackpads with increased precision and customisability; fast storage (64 GB eMMC, 256 GB NVMe SSD (faster), or 512 GB NVMe SSD (fastest)); hi-fi audio and a 40 Wh battery that has an expectancy of seven to eight hours. It also has a 7.0-inch touchscreen with a multi-touch display. The launch in South Africa is yet to be announced. But hopefully will be released here within the next year.

SAMSUNG

THE FREESTYLE PROJECTOR

Instant set-up, overall design, 180-degree mobility, and premium 360-degree sound are features you can expect with Samsung’s new projector. The Freestyle has a compact design and can fi t in one hand. It’s lightweight and easy to carry. Auto keystone, autofocus and auto-levelling are on-point to display the perfect picture. The screen can display from 30 inches to 100 inches home theatre style. The Freestyle is compatible with external USB-PD batteries and 50 W/20 V output or above.

GARMIN CATALYST DRIVING PERFORMANCE OPTIMISER

Interested in keeping track of your performance on the road? Garmin has released the Catalyst Driving Performance Optimiser. This pocket-sized gadget mounts in the cockpit, gathers performance data and real-time audible cues and o ers immediate session analysis to show key areas for improvement. show key areas for improvement. The device sports true track positioning, an on-track The device sports true track positioning, an on-track driving coach, true optimal lap that combines best driving coach, true optimal lap that combines best times for each track segment, and apex performance times for each track segment, and apex performance deciphering for early or late apex decisions. deciphering for early or late apex decisions.

BANG & OLUFSEN

BEOPLAY EX

B&O has recently launched the Beoplay EX wireless ANC earphones. The earphones o er an unparalleled ANC earphones. The earphones o er an unparalleled combination of performance and style to create the perfect combination of performance and style to create the perfect sound companion. The stem-based shape of the earphones sound companion. The stem-based shape of the earphones is smaller and more comfortable than ever before. It houses is smaller and more comfortable than ever before. It houses a 9.2 mm speaker driver, the biggest B&O has ever used for a 9.2 mm speaker driver, the biggest B&O has ever used for a true-wireless device. a true-wireless device. Available colours are Black Anthracite, Gold Tone and a Available colours are Black Anthracite, Gold Tone and a striking Anthracite Oxygen. striking Anthracite Oxygen.

UNISTELLAR

EVSCOPE 2

Said to be the world’s most powerful digital telescope, the Unistellar eVscope 2 combines power and speed with optical expertise to deliver the most immersive combines power and speed with optical expertise to deliver the most immersive space exploration experience. The telescope picks up galaxies, nebulae, comets and space exploration experience. The telescope picks up galaxies, nebulae, comets and other celestial objects. The electronic eyepiece is developed by Nikon and delivers a other celestial objects. The electronic eyepiece is developed by Nikon and delivers a captivating observation with rich contrast. captivating observation with rich contrast.