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August offers a bunch of new devices, from a top-of-the-line cordless vacuum cleaner to a full-blown gaming setup at home

6 new gadgets to have on your radar

August offers a bunch of new devices, from a top-of-the-line cordless vacuum cleaner to a full-blown gaming setup at home

A range of cool new gadgets out this month are sure to keep you hooked.

Asus ROG AllyLooking for a premium, portable PC gaming experience that you can take with you on the go? The Asus ROG Ally might just be what you're looking for. Priced at ₹69,990, this device offers a sleek, unmistakably ‘gamery’ design with holographic stickers featuring the ROG logo and loud, bright RGB rings around the analogue sticks. The white colour gives the device a luxurious appearance, though it may be prone to yellowing over time.Given its superior build quality, the device feels sturdy and dense, without any creaking noises or flexing. The slightly textured plastic provides a comfortable grip, and opening the bottom panel reveals a sleek red PCB, a 40Wh battery, a dual-fan cooling setup, and a 512GB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD by Micron. Unlike its competitor, the Steam Deck, replacing the internal SSD is straightforward.Despite its impressive hardware, the ROG Ally weighs only 1.34 pounds and measures 1.27 inches at its thickest point. It's relatively slim for a handheld gaming PC, though wider than the Nintendo Switch OLED. The package includes a 65W charger, a plastic stand with the ROG logo and documentation booklets. Additionally, buyers receive a three-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription.Overall, the idea behind the Asus ROG Ally and other handhelds is excellent. Moving closer to a one-device-for-all approach, it represents a step towards a modular experience that can be used for gaming, work and more.Price: ₹69,990

Asus ROG Ally

Looking for a premium, portable PC gaming experience that you can take with you on the go? The Asus ROG Ally might just be what you're looking for. Priced at ₹69,990, this device offers a sleek, unmistakably ‘gamery’ design with holographic stickers featuring the ROG logo and loud, bright RGB rings around the analogue sticks. The white colour gives the device a luxurious appearance, though it may be prone to yellowing over time.

Given its superior build quality, the device feels sturdy and dense, without any creaking noises or flexing. The slightly textured plastic provides a comfortable grip, and opening the bottom panel reveals a sleek red PCB, a 40Wh battery, a dual-fan cooling setup, and a 512GB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD by Micron. Unlike its competitor, the Steam Deck, replacing the internal SSD is straightforward.

Despite its impressive hardware, the ROG Ally weighs only 1.34 pounds and measures 1.27 inches at its thickest point. It's relatively slim for a handheld gaming PC, though wider than the Nintendo Switch OLED. The package includes a 65W charger, a plastic stand with the ROG logo and documentation booklets. Additionally, buyers receive a three-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription.

Overall, the idea behind the Asus ROG Ally and other handhelds is excellent. Moving closer to a one-device-for-all approach, it represents a step towards a modular experience that can be used for gaming, work and more.

Price: ₹69,990

Nothing Phone 2The Phone 2 by Nothing is a new and impressive successor to their unique smartphone design. It's not easy to compete against tech giants like Apple, Google, and Samsung, but Nothing sold over 500,000 Phone 1s last year and is now back with a sequel. It has a standout, eye-catching design that captures some of the best qualities of transparent gadgets from the '90s, like Gameboys and Nintendo 64s, but in a more sophisticated way. The Monochrome UI encourages users to be more mindful of their device usage and includes unique features like the Glyph interface for notifications. It's got a newer chip and a much more sophisticated software package that includes features for robust language detection, and its cameras are in a class of their own. It is an offbeat choice for those who want to be excited by their phone again, and is definitely an interesting alternative to several mainstream offerings.Price: ₹44,999 onwards

Nothing Phone 2

The Phone 2 by Nothing is a new and impressive successor to their unique smartphone design. It's not easy to compete against tech giants like Apple, Google, and Samsung, butNothing sold over 500,000 Phone 1s last year and is now back with a sequel. It has a standout, eye-catching design that captures some of the best qualities of transparent gadgets from the '90s, like Gameboys and Nintendo 64s, but in a more sophisticated way. The Monochrome UI encourages users to be more mindful of their device usage and includes unique features like the Glyph interface for notifications. It's got a newer chip and a much more sophisticated software package that includes features for robust language detection, and its cameras are in a class of their own. It is an offbeat choice for those who want to be excited by their phone again, and is definitely an interesting alternative to several mainstream offerings.

Price: ₹44,999 onwards

Dyson v12s Detect Slim SubmarineThe Dyson V12s Detect Slim Submarine is a top-of-the-line cordless vacuum cleaner that boasts a range of features. It offers powerful suction, a wet cleaning mode and a laser light that illuminates dust on hard floors. This vacuum is also lightweight and easy to maneuver, making it a great choice for households with both carpeted and hard floors.When it comes to suction power, the V12s Detect Slim Submarine is one of the most powerful cordless vacuum cleaners available. It's equipped with a Dyson Hyperdymium motor that spins at up to 125,000 rpm, making it highly effective at picking up dirt, dust and pet hair from any surface. Additionally, this vacuum has a wet cleaning mode that utilises a combination of water and suction to clean hard floors. During a product demonstration at the Dyson store in Mumbai, experts showcased the new Submarine attachment, which has a water tank for clean water, a catchment area for dirty water, and a roller that scrubs and cleans hard floors using water. This feature ejects water onto the floor at a rate of 18ml per minute and is able to scrub and collect residue in water for proper disposal.According to Dyson's product experts, the Submarine attachment is primarily designed for cleaning wet spills, and it performed well in cleaning stains such as felt markings on the floor and basic wet spills. The V12s Detect Slim Submarine also has a laser light that illuminates dust on hard floors, enabling users to see dust that otherwise may not be visible to the naked eye. The vacuum also comes with a range of attachments, including a crevice tool, a dusting brush, and a soft roller head, making it versatile in cleaning furniture, stairs, and car interiors.Price: ₹62,990

Dyson v12s Detect Slim Submarine

The Dyson V12s Detect Slim Submarine is a top-of-the-line cordless vacuum cleaner that boasts a range of features. It offers powerful suction, a wet cleaning mode and a laser light that illuminates dust on hard floors. This vacuum is also lightweight and easy to maneuver, making it a great choice for households with both carpeted and hard floors.

When it comes to suction power, the V12s Detect Slim Submarine is one of the most powerful cordless vacuum cleaners available. It's equipped with a Dyson Hyperdymium motor that spins at up to 125,000 rpm, making it highly effective at picking up dirt, dust and pet hair from any surface. Additionally, this vacuum has a wet cleaning mode that utilises a combination of water and suction to clean hard floors. During a product demonstration at the Dyson store in Mumbai, experts showcased the new Submarine attachment, which has a water tank for clean water, a catchment area for dirty water, and a roller that scrubs and cleans hard floors using water. This feature ejects water onto the floor at a rate of 18ml per minute and is able to scrub and collect residue in water for proper disposal.

According to Dyson's product experts, the Submarine attachment is primarily designed for cleaning wet spills, and it performed well in cleaning stains such as felt markings on the floor and basic wet spills. The V12s Detect Slim Submarine also has a laser light that illuminates dust on hard floors, enabling users to see dust that otherwise may not be visible to the naked eye. The vacuum also comes with a range of attachments, including a crevice tool, a dusting brush, and a soft roller head, making it versatile in cleaning furniture, stairs, and car interiors.

Price: ₹62,990

Sony PlayStation PortalPlaying video games on the go has become increasingly popular. Many companies have recognised this trend and are creating portable gaming devices. In 2004, Sony launched the PlayStation Portable (PSP) in Japan, quickly becoming a hit. Since then, Sony has yet to release a dedicated portable gaming device, which is about to change. In May this year, Sony gave us a sneak peek of their new handheld gaming device, previously known as Project Q. The machine now has a name, the PlayStation Portal, and a tentative launch timeline and price. This new device will connect to your PS5 through WiFi and run all the games installed on your console. It features an 8-inch LCD with 1080p resolution and 60FPS. On the side, controllers are identical to the PS5's DualSense controllers, which will have haptic feedback and adaptive triggers.Availability: Coming soon; US$199.99

Sony PlayStation Portal

Playing video games on the go has become increasingly popular. Many companies have recognised this trend and are creating portable gaming devices. In 2004, Sony launched the PlayStation Portable (PSP) in Japan, quickly becoming a hit. Since then, Sony has yet to release a dedicated portable gaming device, which is about to change. In May this year, Sony gave us a sneak peek of their new handheld gaming device, previously known as Project Q. The machine now has a name, the PlayStation Portal, and a tentative launch timeline and price. This new device will connect to your PS5 through WiFi and run all the games installed on your console. It features an 8-inch LCD with 1080p resolution and 60FPS. On the side, controllers are identical to the PS5's DualSense controllers, which will have haptic feedback and adaptive triggers.

Availability: Coming soon; US$199.99

Canon PowerShot V10Do you need help with your social media game? The PowerShot V10 by Canon brings their top-notch imaging technologies in a compact design. Its user-friendly shape makes this camera perfect for content creators who want to capture high-quality footage with vibrant colours, even in low-light environments. It also has a foldable stand that can be used as a tripod when filming. The camera goes above and beyond by supporting real-time delivery methods such as live streaming, which can be quickly done through Facebook or YouTube via the Camera Connect app without any complicated settings.Price: ₹39,995

Canon PowerShot V10

Do you need help with your social media game? The PowerShot V10 by Canon brings their top-notch imaging technologies in a compact design. Its user-friendly shape makes this camera perfect for content creators who want to capture high-quality footage with vibrant colours, even in low-light environments. It also has a foldable stand that can be used as a tripod when filming. The camera goes above and beyond by supporting real-time delivery methods such as live streaming, which can be quickly done through Facebook or YouTube via the Camera Connect app without any complicated settings.

Price: ₹39,995

Samsung Odyssey Neo G9Samsung's 57-inch Odyssey Neo G9, its massive gaming monitor that's like having two 32-inch 4K displays sat next to each other. In 2023, Samsung is now offering 57 inches of curved Mini LED display with a refresh rate of 240Hz, a peak brightness of 1000 nits (VESA DisplayHDR 1000 certified, 420 nits typical), and a total resolution of 7,680 x 2,160. That translates to a wildly ultra-wide 32:9 aspect ratio. For multitasking, Samsung has equipped the 57-inch Odyssey Neo G9 with picture-in-picture and picture-by-picture display modes, allowing you to view content from multiple inputs simultaneously. The monitor is equipped with one DisplayPort 2.1 port, as well as three HDMI 2.1 ports. There's also a USB hub included for good measure, though Samsung's press release doesn't offer details on exactly how many ports that gets you. The monitor supports AMD's FreeSync Premium Pro variable refresh rate tech.Price: ₹2,25,000

Samsung Odyssey Neo G9

Samsung's 57-inch Odyssey Neo G9, its massive gaming monitor that's like having two 32-inch 4K displays sat next to each other. In 2023, Samsung is now offering 57 inches of curved Mini LED display with a refresh rate of 240Hz, a peak brightness of 1000 nits (VESA DisplayHDR 1000 certified, 420 nits typical), and a total resolution of 7,680 x 2,160. That translates to a wildly ultra-wide 32:9 aspect ratio. For multitasking, Samsung has equipped the 57-inch Odyssey Neo G9 with picture-in-picture and picture-by-picture display modes, allowing you to view content from multiple inputs simultaneously. The monitor is equipped with one DisplayPort 2.1 port, as well as three HDMI 2.1 ports. There's also a USB hub included for good measure, though Samsung's press release doesn't offer details on exactly how many ports that gets you. The monitor supports AMD's FreeSync Premium Pro variable refresh rate tech.

Price: ₹2,25,000

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