STACK #242 December 2024

TECH FEATURE

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Add some tunes UE Boom 4 Portable Bluetooth Speaker Music is a fundamental part of outdoor entertaining, and a good portable Bluetooth speaker lets you take the tunes wherever you need them. The Ultimate Ears Boom 4 is a rugged

speaker for outdoor use, delivering 360° sound and powerful bass. It has a Bluetooth range of 45m, and is waterproof up to 1.5m should it accidently topple into the pool. You’ll get up to 15 hours of continuous use from a single charge, and the Boom 4 can be linked with other compatible Boom speakers to spread the sound around.

From alfresco dining, parties, and lazy get togethers by the pool, summer is synonymous with entertaining outdoors, and the right tech can set the mood and elevate the food. Words Scott Hocking OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING

Top tips

Have a backup plan in the event of inclement weather. Ensure your devices are fully charged before the event. Use voice assistants where supported to control outdoor lighting, portable speakers, and other smart devices.

Light it up

Festive feasting

double drawers for cooking mains and sides simultaneously, and cooking times are

Alfresco dining is one of the pleasures of summer, and the convenience of preparing dishes outdoors makes for a more relaxed and social environment than congregating in the kitchen. Just don’t forget the mozzie repellent!

synchronised so everything is ready to serve together. This jumbo fryer has a

Philips 3000 Series Dual Basket 9L Air Fryer XXL

touchscreen display with eight preset cooking modes including fries, chicken, fish, veggies, and cake and, best of all, it cuts down the greasies for a healthier feed. When it’s time for dessert, the Ninja Creami Deluxe 11-in1 Ice Cream and Frozen Treat Maker has you covered for all manner of delicious, smooth and velvety frozen creations, from ice cream, gelato, and sorbet to frozen drinks and yoghurt. Bases should be prepared and frozen the night before, so creamy desserts can be whipped up and customised to taste within minutes!

Philips Hue Festavia Smart String Lights

Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Oven

Add some colourful festive flair to your outdoor entertaining space, enjoy a warm white glow, or go full Griswold and decorate your home from top to bottom with smart string lights. Philips Hue Festavia lights can be controlled via the Hue smartphone app or your voice, and are easily programmed for different lighting displays, depending on the atmosphere you want to create. Available in massive 20m (250 LED) and 40m (500 LED) lengths, Festavia lights are weatherproof and low-volt compatible, so they can be connected to the same power supply unit as other outdoor lights.

A high heat roaster, Artisan pizza oven and BBQ smoker all in one, the Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Oven can add authentic smoky and brick-oven inspired flavours to roasted meats, and no-turn pizzas will be ready in minutes. It has eight cooking functions, including bake, dehydrate and keep warm, and comes with a starter pack and variety of accessories to streamline the cooking process. Depending on your menu, some dishes may still require kitchen prep, and that’s where an air fryer comes in. If you’re catering for a crowd, the Philips 3000 Series Dual Basket 9L Air Fryer XXL boasts

Ninja Creami Deluxe 11-in-1 Ice Cream and Frozen Treat Maker

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