Colours of the Jalur Gemilang
With the Merdeka celebrations just around the corner, Nur Zarina Othman picks some gadgets that sport the colours of our national flag
LIMITED-EDITION CONSOLE
SONY’S Playstation 4 “Days of Play” limited-edition console is a slick royal blue slim 1TB hard drive, providing lots of room for all your favourite titles with gold PlayStation emblem embossed on the top. The console also comes with matching dual-shock controller in the same bold blue hue, with tiny gold emblems. Price: US$339.95 at Amazon.com
INSTANT PHOTO
THE Polaroid PIC-300 is the modern version of the classic Polaroid instant camera you’ve grown to love.
It is great for guest books when you want to put a face on your special day, events or any other time when you want quick results to share with friends within minutes.
The camera prints pictures about the size of a business card (4.5cm x 6cm) on paper that’s 5.3cm x 8.6cm. Price: US$69.99 at Amazon.com
TOUGH FOR THE OUTDOORS
GARMIN Fenix 5S Plus is a multisport GPS watch. It is a rugged, high-performance timepiece with exceptional features. They include routable TOPO maps that help you find and follow the best paths, storage for up to 500 songs and Garmin Pay, a contactless payment solution using just your watch.
Its built-in navigation sensors include three-axis compass, gyroscope and barometric altimeter as well as multiple satellite system (GPS, GLONASS and Galileo) network.
The battery can last up to seven days in smartwatch mode and four hours in GPS mode with music. Price: US$799.99 at Amazon.com
BIG ON ADVENTURE
THE Coolpix W300 camera is designed for thrill-seekers and action hounds. It is waterproof, freeze-proof, shockproof, dustproof and it captures 4K Ultra HD video, 16 MP photos, time-lapse movies and much more in the harshest conditions.
Bring it surfing, skiing, scuba diving, biking, climbing and anywhere where adventures abound. It also has built-in GPS, eCompass, altimeter, WiFi and Bluetooth Low Energy to track and share every heart-pounding moment. Price: US$386.95 at Amazon.com
NOKIA REBOOT
THE new Nokia 8110 was unveiled at the Mobile World Congress exhibition in Barcelona, Spain in February this year. It comes with the bells and whistles of a smartphone such as 4G connectivity, apps store, apps like Google Assistant, Google Maps, Google Search, Facebook and Twitter.
WhatsApp, meanwhile, is expected to be available in the phone’s upcoming OS update.
With a familiar and easy-to-use interface, the Nokia 8110 features intuitive tactile mechanics, with slide to answer and end calls, as well as an addictive helicopter style spin on its axis.
The phone is powered by the Qualcomm 205 Mobile Platform. And yes, it comes with a revamped version of Snake. Price: RM285 at Lazada.com
COOK ANYWHERE
CHEFSTEPS Joule Sous Vide is the smallest, most powerful sous vide tool available. It heats water faster than any other immersion circulator or precision cooker and holds the temperature with absolute accuracy to ensure perfect results every time. Controlled exclusively by a ground-breaking app that empowers sous vide veterans and novices alike, Joule gives you the freedom to cook from anywhere. The ChefSteps Joule Sous
Vide works perfectly with either iPhone or Android. Just connect it with Bluetooth and you can cook from anywhere with WiFi. Price:
US$199 at Amazon.com
COSY TOES
THERMACELL warming heated insoles keep your toes cosy while out and about this Merdeka. These remote control heated insoles have no wires or external batteries, making them both discreet and comfortable. The rechargeable soles offer at least 2,500 hours of heat with three remote control settings: No heat, medium (37 ° Celsius), and high (44° Celsius). They are also suitable for those who trek on higher ground as the insoles are water-resistant. Price: RM371.94 at Overstock.com
MODERN DJ
THE Roland TT-99 features a direct-drive motor system for optimal performance value, allowing you to easily scratch and mix between records without the lag associated with belt-drive turntables. This allows you to execute sharp mixes and transitions with ease, perfect for intermediate and professional DJs alike. The 3-speed configuration ensures you can play every vinyl size available, including the 12-inch and 7-inch. The Roland TT-99 is a special edition turntable to celebrate 909Day — the 33rd anniversary of the now legendary TR-909 drum machine. Price: US$194.95 at Amazon.com