STACK #244 February 2025

TECH FEATURE

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WHAT: Ninja Slushi Professional Frozen Drink Maker WHY: It’s frozen drink time!

And this is the real deal too, with no need to mess about with flavour-sapping ice. Instead, the Slushi features RapidChill technology, which is a two-part system that spins an auger around a cooling cylinder, freezing liquid evenly. The liquids at your freezing disposal are many and varied, too. In less than 60 minutes – the time varies depending upon what you’re brewing up – you can use the ‘Slush’, ‘Spiked Slush’, ‘Frappe’, ‘Milkshake’ or ‘Frozen Juice’ settings to whip up a batch from soft drink, coffee, juice, chocolate milk, and more. You can also use the presets for easy-peasy one button frozen drinks or adjust the temperature control for thicker or thinner consistencies, just how you like it. It all comes together in a handy container that pops out of the Slushi, ready for its easy, mess-free spout to pour your latest hit concoction for all to enjoy. It even keeps things frozen for up to 12 hours. Yum! WHO: Whether it’s a hot summer day or you’re just in the mood for chilling with an equally chilled beverage, the game has changed with the arrival of Ninja’s Slushi.

Discovering cool new technology is an exciting prospect! Each month we take a look at some of the latest tech products available from JB Hi-Fi.

WHAT: Nebula Capsule Air Projector

WHY: Looking for a go-anywhere projector that isn’t much bigger than a soft drink can? Say hello to the Nebula Capsule Air. Projectors don’t come much more portable than this, and the good news is that this 600g wonder is not only convenient, it’s also impressively feature packed. Beaming a 720p resolution picture at a screen size of 100 inches, and bright at 150 ANSI lumens, the Capsule Air has intelligent automatic screen fit and auto focus to avoid classic projection pitfalls such as a crooked or blurry picture. And for sound, it packs built-in 5W speakers. Inside this little pocket dynamo there’s support for over 30,000 apps on Google Play, and that includes officially licensed Netflix, Disney+, Stan, and Kayo. As for keeping the show going on, the Capsule Air runs on either AC power or delivers up to two hours from its inbuilt 34Wh battery. WHO: If you’ve ever wished you could take big screen viewing pretty much anywhere, then now you can with this nifty little projector.

WHAT: Garmin Instinct 3 AMOLED Smartwatch

WHY: Got a thirst for adventure? Garmin’s Instinct 3 is built tough with a fibre-reinforced polymer case and metal-reinforced bezel, ready to take on the rugged stuff an active lifestyle throws at you. Available in two sizes – 45mm and 50mm – it features either a scratch resistant 1.2” or 1.3” AMOLED display, and up to 18 to 24 hours of battery life, depending upon how you use it.

WHAT: Swann ActiveResponse Personal Alarm

WHY: We all want to feel safe when we’re out and about, especially when alone, but as we all know situations can arise where you may need to call for help. This practical device is the ideal personal safety solution for those moments.

For further protection, it’s engineered to MIL-STD-810 standards for thermal and shock resistance and is also 10 ATM water-rated. Meanwhile, multi-band GPS with SatIQ technology delivers superior positioning, while also optimising battery life. Speaking of positioning, both a 3-axis compass and barometric altimeter are built-in. Then there are the health and wellness features, including heart rate tracking, advanced sleep monitoring, and more – of course, this isn’t a medical device, so data is indicative only. Convenience-wise, there’s also Garmin Pay contactless payment capability, smart notifications, and Connect IQ Store compatibility. Oh yes, it even has a built-in torch! Those clever folk at Garmin have thought of everything. WHO: Outdoors types after a smartwatch that will keep up with them should be all over the Instinct 3.

Complete with both a keyring and a lanyard for convenient carrying options, this personal alarm emits an ear-piercing 110-decibel siren that’s sure to instantly attract attention – and in cases where you’re under attack by somebody, send them scarpering. To operate the siren, just pull the emergency pin. But there’s more to the device than just loud noise. You can also enable an emergency contact’s number to receive your precise GPS location via SMS at the press of a button – and with no additional subscription charges. It all works hand in hand with the Swann Security app on your smartphone, via Bluetooth, providing peace of mind not only for you, but also for your loved ones. WHO: Anybody who craves that extra bit of security should anything go awry can’t go wrong with one of these on their person.

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