5 gadgets to gear up for sun-soaked adventures

Emirates Man

by Camille Macawili

40 mins ago

Whether you’re on the hunt for the perfect present for Father’s Day or browsing for the summer gadgets, Emirates Man curates the latest in tech and toys to keep you company for sun-soaked adventures and slow summer days.

TAG HEUER FORMULA 1 | KITH

The TAG Heuer Formula 1 Series in collaboration with lifestyle brand Kith stirs up the nostalgia with 10 limited edition timepieces revived from the classics. The collaboration brings the iconic watch into 2024 with refreshed details and materials including a reworked partnership insignia, dial back, 35mm size, and rubber strap in bold colourways fit for the summer.

POA available at TAG Heuer

SONOS ACE WIRELESS HEADPHONES

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The Santa Monica-based audio brand Sonos rolled out their highly-anticipated offering, Sonos Ace. This marks the brand’s foray into the personal listening wireless headphone category.

As one of the leading players in audio technology, Sonos understands the assignment and delivers a new sonic experience with the Sonos Ace. With a price tag of Dhs2,099, these wireless headphones incorporate considered design elements that makes them comfortable for all-day wear and functionalities that can seamlessly integrate into your connected Sonos set-up, offering an excellent value for its cost. Staying true to its minimalistic brand aesthetics, Sonos Ace has a beautiful slim profile with a sleek matte finish. Built to last, it boasts a sustainable construction featuring replaceable ear cushions wrapped in vegan leather, circular materials that allow us to use 17% less virgin plastic, and a 75% recycled felt travel case made from plastic bottles, making strides in sustainability.

The functionalities extend beyond aesthetics. Engineered for efficiency, the listening experience can be further customised with the Sonos app according to your preferred specifications. When it comes to technicalities, the headphones are equipped with multi-function buttons such as premium Bluetooth® feature breathtaking lossless and spatial audio, superior levels of Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and Aware Mode, as well an immersive home theater experience possible with Sonos’ new TrueCinema technology, one of its USPs and a handy bonus for loyal fans of the brand. In terms of performance, it comes to no surprise that it delivers a powerful, high-fidelity audio and sound stage precision, making this latest release a sound investment.

Dhs2,099 available from June 11, 2024 at Sonos Sound Experience Store, Mall of the Emirates

SECRET STAYS BY MELINDA STEVENS

Secret Stays, curated by Melinda Stevens, Issy von Simson, and Tabitha Joyce, lets its readers into 22 hidden gems and extraordinary places owned by remarkable personalities – no passport required.

From a secluded Croatian monastery or a Japanese machiya townhouse, the book showcases the fascinating tales behind each space through captivating imagery and insightful narratives.

Dhs415 available at Assouline

GEOFFREY PARKER LEATHER OUTDOOR BOULES SET

Crafted from leather and steel, this design-led boules set by Geoffrey Parker puts a stylish spin to a favourite summertime pursuit. Housed in a leather-trimmed woven English willow basket, you’ll find six balls, a stainless-steel measure, a leather scorer, two butts and a polishing duster inside.

Dhs17,501 available at ABASK

OLIVER JAMES LILOS LINEN HAMMOCK

This easy-to-travel-with Hammock Lilos from Oliver James Lilos is made from fine outdoor performance fabrics resistant from elements and durable materials that can support two adults floating for a summer experience straight out of a Slim Aarons photo.

Dhs1,475 available at Oliver James Lilos