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Amp Up Your Abode: Our 10 Top Gadgets For The Home

Form meets function in our edit of the most desirable home tech right now, from projectors to speakers and design-forward kitchen gadgets

By Gerd Blank

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Smart, sleek and infinitely functional, our favourite home tech of the moment proves that gadgetry can be gorgeous, too.

For An Aromatic Brew

If the promise of a fragrant cup of joe is what gets you out of bed in the morning, we’ve found your new favourite toy: California-based coffee connoisseurs Fellow have developed a coffee machine dream team in the pairing of their Aiden coffee maker and grinder. The latter pulverises the beans to perfection, thanks to its precise grind setting, before the former uses its controlled temperature and gentle brewing technology to ensure that every drop tastes the way it should: full and round.

For Stylish Espresso

Looking for something stronger? Espresso lovers will revel in the Stone Espresso machine’s striking geometric design and high-performance system that transforms every cup into an explosion of flavour. With its user-friendly interface and quick heat-up time, the Stone Espresso consistently delivers results that meet the most exacting standards of coffee preparation – and kitchen aesthetics.

For Wondrous WiFi

Gone are the days of clunky, ugly routers: Google’s Nest Wifi Pro seamlessly blends into any sophisticated home with its sleek, minimalist shape and soft, elegant colours. Inside the pretty package, the latest WiFi 6E technology is on board, ensuring lightning-fast connections and stable coverage throughout the home, so you can enjoy blazing speeds whether you’re streaming, gaming or just browsing the web.

For Luminous Living

With its unique design, this Luna Pura light almost appears to float, bringing an ethereal accent to any room or outdoor area, from the dining table to the balcony. A rechargeable battery is integrated into the base, allowing the flexible luminaire to be moved as required without the inconvenience of cables, whereas the long battery life – up to eight hours at maximum brightness or potentially far more at lower settings – lends it extra dependability.

For Space-Saving Sound

If space is at a premium, but good sound cannot be compromised, Sennheiser has the solution. Their Ambeo Mini packs a big punch with powerful speakers that radiate in different directions, enveloping you in vivid audio on all sides. Crisp dialog and powerful explosions alike are brought to life with crystal-clear sound and rich bass that make even the lowest frequencies perceptible, all coming together to transform your living room into a veritable concert hall or cinema .

For A Vision Of The Future

From the immersive gaming world to creative design processes and everything in between, the Apple Vision Pro blurs the lines of reality with its built-in screens that feel like an extension of your natural field of vision. The visionOS operating system offers a 3D user interface that allows you to arrange apps in any size and position in the room, meaning you can situate your content anywhere in front of your eyes – the screen is everywhere you look. Every glance and movement is captured by the technology and processed in real time, and – with its light housing, cushioning and adjustable headband – the Vision Pro adapts to your head, ensuring a comfortable fit even during extended virtual immersion.

For A Fresh Perspective

The modern matte finish of the LG 617L MoodUP refrigerator would make a stylish addition to just about any room, but its high-tech credentials make it a lifesaver in the kitchen. The progressive technologies behind its minimalist, colour-changing exterior include intelligent refrigeration control to keep food fresher than ever, plus the innovative InstaView function, which allows you to check the contents without opening the fridge simply by tapping the door twice to light up the glass panel.

For Beautiful Beats

The White Wheel 2023 from Dutch company Miniot is a turntable for music lovers whose aesthetic sensibilities are equally fine-tuned. The elegant shape pays homage to the analogue device, whereas the striking platter brings a futuristic touch; held in place by a magnetic bearing that ensures exceptionally low friction and an extremely precise sound, it appears to be suspended in mid-air. The white colourway is timeless, but the technology is the truly amazing part, with every note clear, rounded and full. A masterful blend of audio and visual beauty.

For Warm Design

This Modern Retro bio-fireplace from Ricon creates a real ethanol-powered fire without any ashes, unpleasant odours or the need for a chimney – making it ideal for lofts and living rooms, especially in rented living spaces. Its clean, minimalist form and stainless-steel finish marry polished design with a subtly nostalgic retro charm that will render it the focal point of any space, whether currently in use or not.

For Clear Projections

Though understated enough to suit any design concept, this Xgimi Horizon Ultra projector is a true technological gem, ready to turn film nights into cinematic experiences with its 4K resolution, vivid colours and razor-sharp details. Mercifully, it’s also simple to use – all you need is a white wall or screen to enjoy rich, immersive images without ever leaving your home.