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Techy 2021

From 3D printed bikes to self-cleaning water bottles, these cutting-edge tech gadgets are going to spin this year to a whole new level!

Apple Watch 6

US$ 399

This baby keeps getting better and better. The latest smartwatch by Apple is way beyond a fitness tracker – it records your heart rhythm, spots any irregularities and even suggests a trip to the doctor. The watch will also track your sleep, the oxygen levels in your blood and heart rate, and monitor your overall wellbeing.

Superstrata bike

US$ 2,799

Want to design your dream bike? All you need to do is send Superstrata your dimensions and preferences, and they’ll 3D print it for you. The carbon fibre bike frame is made to fit and comes with over 500,000 possible combinations to make sure that you get the best fit.

Arlo video doorbell

US$ 150

Need more security or perhaps a doorbell that is reliable but not annoying? Since the new Arlo video doorbell can differentiate between people, animals, vehicles and packages – you need not rush to the door every time the neighbour’s cat comes prowling. With premium features, usability and high quality visuals, this is an ideal security tool.

Meeting Owl Pro video conference camera

US$ 799

The Meeting Owl Pro comes with a 360 degree, 1080p camera making everything and everyone crystal clear. The device also has autofocus, smart zooming and quality surround sound – plus it does look like an owl!

Skullcandy true wireless earbuds

US$ 60

Skullcandy has come up with true wireless earbuds minus the fear of dropping them. With built-in tile technology, these new earbuds are traceable on a map so that you can locate them without a fuss. Water, sweat and dust proof, these sexy nuggets look awesome and come with a wireless charging case.

Samsung Odyssey G9 gaming monitor

US$ 1,880

Gamers, this is your year! The Samsung Odyssey G9 is worth every penny and your gaming experience will be beyond your wildest dreams. Its curved 49 inch screen with a 5120×1440 resolution fills your view and your TV stand providing stunning visuals.

WAKEcup self-cleaning water bottle

US$ 45

Drinking lots of water is in but cleaning your bottle can be annoying and often neglected. You’ll be able to enjoy squeaky clean water with the WAKEcup 550 ml water bottle. It comes with an ultraviolet light in the lid that kills 99.99 percent of bacteria and other germs – in three minutes!

CleanPod UVC Sterilizer

US$ 90

Sanitising your hands will be the norm for quite some time and Monos has come up with a cute little handheld steriliser that uses UV light to kill germs on any surface. Quickly sanitise your groceries, luggage and whatever needs cleaning with one graceful swipe of this handy gadget.

Puppy Hachi Infinite M1 Projector

US$ 999

Say goodbyes to the irritation of searching for a USB-C or HDMI to project. The Hachi Infinite comes with a built-in Android tablet system for app downloads. With touch sensitivity, it can be flipped horizontally to project onto a wall or sheet and when flipped vertically, it can create a touchscreen tablet of light anywhere.

Ruwandi Perera
Ruwandi is a marketer-turned-journalist-plus-tutor who enjoys balancing a diverse portfolio in life and writing!