Technology

Fresh Start

Tackle the new year with functionality and flexibility. BY JACK GUY

LUMEN METABOLISM TRACKER

The new year sees a spike in interest in diet and wellness after the excesses of the festive season, and this clever metabolism tracker will help those trying to get in shape. Simply inhale through the device, hold your breath for 10 seconds and exhale, then let the Lumen analyze your breath to determine whether your body is currently burning carbohydrate or fat for fuel. The accompanying app will then recommend a daily diet designed to boost metabolic flexibility, associated with better health, better sleep and easier weight loss, among other benefits. From $249.

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BOSE QUIETCOMFORT 45

Rated among the best noise-cancelling headphones by various experts, these Bose headphones promise to block out annoying sound whether you’re on a plane or struggling to concentrate in the office. Long hailed as an industry leader in noise-cancelling technology, Bose tweaked its technology to offer amazing performance when faced with low rumbling such as engines or high-pitched noises like clinking glasses. The sound quality is as good as you’d expect from Bose, with a simple and understated design. $329.

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FUJIFILM X-T4

Phone cameras may have advanced by leaps and bounds in recent years, but they still can’t match a serious piece of kit like the X-T4. Although this durable and weather-resistant camera is housed in a classic-style body, it’s packed with cutting-edge technology such as body image stabilization and incredibly fast autofocus. Fujifilm made a camera great for everyday photo use, thanks to features such as a large-capacity battery and weatherproofing, as well as the ability to record video in full HD. $2,099.

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KEF LS50 WIRELESS SPEAKERS

Wireless speakers are commonplace these days, but few can match these examples from KEF. Stream from any source in your home, or wire up your TV, turntable or games console, all with audiophile-worthy sound quality. The KEF app makes setup incredibly easy, and the speakers earned multiple awards. These look great in a variety of colors and offer room-filling sound without being overly bulky. They’re far from the cheapest speakers on the market, but those who can afford them won’t regret splurging. $2,799.

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