On our tech radar

Let's take a look at the cool (latest) gadgets you should buy to be tech forward, shall we?

- Simi Kuriakose

CHANGE THE WAY YOU READ

Of course, nothing can replace a good ol' paperback (yes, the word for that musty smell from books, it is bibliosmia. TML). However, the Kindle's latest 7-inch update—it's got features such as auto-adjust brightness, better battery life, wireless charging—does make for pleasant long-read experiences. Perfect for the tech-obsessed.

Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2024), Amazon, ₹16,900 approx

LOST TWS, WHAT'S THAT?

Imagine dropping your earpods while you're walking down the street and are unable to find it (true story from not so long ago). With this TWS, you don't have to blame your astigmatism—the device has long-distance map positioning and floor search, just in case you lose the pair. It's the brand's first earpods with their next-generation operating system, HarmonyOS NEXT—spatial audio, face-to-face translation, AI volume detectors and reminders, and more. Also, there are features such as two-way silent calls—for no matter how noisy it gets—and intuitive gesture control...What's not to love!?!

FreeBuds Pro 4, Huawei, ₹18,000 approx

NOSTALGIA, NOW A CLICK AWAY

Just as the name suggests, this miniature all-in-one handheld camera that fits in your pocket has additional features including a mini sound system, a selection of minigames, custom filters. Bonus: It's as retro as it can get!

PocketCam, TOMBOGO, Bose, ₹15,000 approx

CALL THIS A STAR SPEAKER...WE DID!