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Sometimes, the best summer vacations can be right at home. Sleep in your own bed, kick back with your favouriteTV series or a good book, and create new playlists to soundtrack your summer. Words Scott Hocking A lazy staycation is just the tonic for unwinding and recharging over the, summer break, which is good for both physical and mental wellbeing, as well as saving dollars on airfares, fuel, and travel expenses. Savour quiet days by the pool or on the deck with a novel, podcast, or playlist, and enjoy movie nights under the stars – no pressure, no stress, no worries! LAZY STAYCATION

Big screen binge-watch (or cricket, anyone?) Hisense 75" Q6NAU 4K QLED Smart TV

Lazy summer days and nights are the perfect excuse to get comfy on the couch and catch up on all those TV series and movies that have been forever parked in your watchlist – or settle in for a summer of cricket or gaming. With so much to watch, why not upgrade to a larger TV for more immersive viewing? Good quality big screens have never been more affordable right now. The Hisense 75” Q6NAU 4K QLED Smart TV has all the bells and whistles you need in a smart TV at a great price, including Dolby Vision and Atmos for cinema quality sights and sounds, all your favourite apps in one handy interface, Game Mode Plus for smooth play, and AI Sports Mode for fluid, fast-paced action.

Chill out with a playlist or podcast Sony ULT WEAR Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones

Catch up on your reading Kindle Paperwhite 12th Gen 7" Signature Edition 32GB

Blaupunkt Full HD Projector with Self-Inflatable Screen

Music is another essential ingredient of downtime. Kick back, crank up

A staycation is also the perfect opportunity to get lost in a good book for hours on end, and with the Kindle Paperwhite 12th Gen 7” Signature Edition 32GB in your hands, you can select from over 15 million titles with a Kindle Unlimited subscription. The 7” glare-reducing display auto adjusts to light levels, so text remains sharp and clear when reading in the sunshine, and a big battery life of up to 12 weeks has you covered for the summer hols and beyond. Plus, it’s IPX8 rated for waterproofing, should you want to read in the bathtub or by the pool.

the volume, and immerse yourself in your favourite tunes, and complement your summer soundtrack with a podcast or audiobook. Offering premium features at an affordable price, the Sony ULT WEAR Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones deliver a top sonic experience, with next-level noise cancelling, Adaptive Sound Control to adjust ambient noise levels, a dedicated button for boosting bass, and up to 30 hours of play time when fully charged.

Want to go bigger? A portable projector is the way to go,

not least for taking movie nights outdoors on a balmy evening. The Blaupunkt Full HD Projector is designed for this very purpose, with a self-inflatable 117-inch screen included as part of the package. Simple to set up and perfect for kids’ parties and starlight cinema, the FHD 1080p projector has a built-in speaker, USB media player, and remote control. Plus, you can adjust the projected image size up to 150” when watching indoors.

Discover vinyl

You’ll first need a turntable, of course, and the Audio-Technica LP70XBT Fully Automatic Bluetooth Turntable is the perfect entry point. It has a built-in preamp for direct connection to a pair of bookshelf speakers, so there’s no extra expense of adding a separate amplifier, and the sound quality is rich and robust. Audio-Technica LP70XBT Fully Automatic Bluetooth Turntable

Digital music sounds great, but vinyl enthusiasts will insist that you can’t beat the warm, rich, and authentic sound of an uncompressed analogue recording. So, this summer why not join the vinyl revival, discover the difference for yourself, and begin the addictive hobby of building a record collection?

12 DECEMBER 2024

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