STACK #219 January 2023

TECH FEATURE

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WHAT: Audio-Technica ATH-TWX9 Wireless Earbuds WHY: Freedom: it’s what we’re all looking for in an earbud experience, and it’s precisely what Audio-Technica dish up with these innovative little beauties. There are five preset noise-cancelling modes to choose from, as well as ambient noise controls, and a whole bevy of unique features like 360 Reality Audio (conjure a realistic 3D sound stage), deep-UV sterilisation (no more using a bobby pin to clean your buds), and A-T’s Snapdragon Sound platform which delivers tip-top quality sound for music, videos and calls.

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WHO: For those who want to take control of their earbuds’ reins (figuratively speaking, because these are totally wireless of course), the ATH TWX9’s are your peerless pals.

WHAT: DJI Mini 3 Fly More Combo Plus with DJI RC Controller

WHY: The future of drone flight has arrived in foldable, lightweight glory! The DJI Mini 3 is super compact and weighs a mere 249 grams – that’s about the weight of a plump hamster. Its Intelligent Flight Battery gives you 38 minutes of flight time (which you can extend up to 51 minutes with Intelligent Flight Battery Plus) and, most excitingly, can capture superb 4K HDR video in gorgeous, true-to-life colours, thanks to its camera’s 1/1.3-inch CMOS sensor. Gusty valleys and coastlines will present no problems, as the DJI Mini 3 can handle winds

WHAT: Aqara Roller Shade Driver E1

WHY: As the scorching rays of the mid-morning sun penetrate your living room window and drape themselves over your sweating face, you may spy the beaded cord of your window shade and muse, "If only I didn't have to get up and wrestle with that cord – inevitably pulling it in the wrong direction first go – I would be content in life." Enter the Aqara Roller Shade Driver E1, a nifty little smart home device which can be retrofitted to your existing shades. Wired or wireless (two months battery life), the installation is ridiculously easy – just screw it into the wall, attach the adapter (if you’ve chosen wired), and insert your beaded cord. You can pre-set a bunch of your preferred open/close percentages, and with voice assistant support you’d be crazy not to treat yourself. WHO: The smart home fan who’s keen to automate any and all minor inconveniences will adore the Aqara Roller Shade Driver E1.

up to 10.7 m/s, and 4x zoom capabilities mean you can hone in on the details of your cinematic vision with ease. WHO: Aerial adventurers who are looking to capture stunning footage with the aid of max-impact QuickShots will be elated with the DJI Mini 3. For safety information visit www.casa.gov.au/knowyourdrone

WHAT: BlendJet 2 Portable Blender (White)

WHY: Sure, there are plenty of blenders that give you the option to take the cup on the road. But do they let you take the entire blender? On a full charge, the BlendJet 2 lasts for 15-plus blends – and it’s certainly not slothful when it comes to power! Its blades can clobber through anything in 20 seconds flat, be it ice, leafy greens, or frozen berries. That means your picnic, post-workout or work lunch smoothies will be as fresh as is humanly possible when you bring the compact (230mm x 76mm) BlendJet 2 in your bag. With a water-resistant USB-C charging port and just an hour-long charge, you’ll be the envy of shake fans in absolutely any environment that you find yourself in this summer. WHO: If you value total freshness in your blended snacks, the BlendJet 2 will blow you away.

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