STACK #230 December 2023

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5 Tips

for successful Christmas shopping at JB

1. Take a look through our gift guide this month for 100 top tech picks for Christmas, and make a list before you leave the house. It doesn’t get any easier than that! 2. Get in early.You’ll beat the crowds and avoid missing out on popular items. If you opt to shop online, leave yourself plenty of time for delivery. 3. Set yourself a budget and stick to it! 4. Are you a JB Hi-Fi Perks member? If you sign up, you’ll get a $10 welcome coupon straight off the bat (which is valid for 28 days from issue), as well as member-exclusive deals and, importantly, early access to our biggest sales. 5. If you’re still unsure of what to buy, lean on the knowledgeable staff in-store to help you decide on that perfect gift. And remember, a gift card is always a solid choice – it’s better to give someone the option of buying something they want than getting something they won’t use.

DECEMBER

Technology has become an integral part of Australian lifestyles and continues to advance in leaps and bounds. From smartphones to smart homes, STACK keeps you up to date on the latest consumer tech in user friendly terms, along with key points to consider before you buy. If you love tech, you’re in the right place.

DYK?

The word ‘technology’ originates from the ancient Greece word, ‘techne’. Techne was used by the great Greek philosophers to describe art, craft and skill; the principles used in making something.

What tech has been floating the boat of the writers at STACK recently? You can find it right here every month.

EDITOR’S CHOICE

1954

What was the hottest tech AT Christmas in

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Popular with the more senior members of the family who will regale fantastic stories of listening to the Test at Lord’s under the bed covers in the late ‘50s, the transistor radio was a pocket-sized portable radio. Commonly seen and heard in suburban backyards and at sporting events, the portable transistor radio was a game changer, allowing users to take their favourite radio programmes and sports coverage mobile. The Regency TR-1 had been on the drawing board since

BOSE QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds For purveyors of good sound in their ear gear, Bose have always been a solid bet for consumers. This latest release features a nearly identical design to the QuietComfort earbuds but features a few significant improvements. The first is what the brand is calling Immersive Audio. Essentially, Bose’s version of spatial audio, the big difference here is that you won’t have to fork out on a higher subscription tier to access it – the QC Ultra will convert music from any source to its Immersive Audio mode. Once engaged, the sound quality is astonishing, and something you need to experience in person to appreciate fully. Combining comfort and easy touch controls with the company’s excellent noise-cancellation, the Ultras have an adjustable EQ via the Bose Music app to fine

1951, a collaboration of Texas Instruments and I.D.E.A, a company that specialised

in home antennas. Adopting a futuristic aesthetic, the AM-only TR1 was in stores before the profitable Christmas period, selling close to 150,000 units in its first year at $50 a pop ($AU870 today). The product's popularity would see rival companies worldwide competing to produce their own version in a bid to cash in on the craze. The humble transistor radio would continue to be popular throughout the next two decades, eventually superseded in the 1980s and '90s by the arrival of Walkman portable stereos and MP3 players. The Regency TR-1 was a milestone in the development of portable consumer electronics.

tune your sound. If you love your music and need a new pair or an upgrade, the premium QuietComfort Ultras should be on your list.

It’s the time that most kids dread and when exhausted parents breathe a sigh of relief – back to school. As has become the norm in STACK , we cover what’s new and essential in tech so you can send your loved ones to school knowing that they’re fully prepared for the busy year ahead. On The Radar

DECEMBER 2023

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