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TOP 5 TVS

Samsung OLED Curved TV

Pros: Multi View — an insane feature that allows two people to watch two different full-screen programmes in full HD and stereo sound simultaneously.

Cons: Too many unnecessary features.

Verdict: They call it the marriage-saver thanks to Multi View. They’re right. Tagged at Dh32,999.

LG Gallery OLED TV - 55-inch

Pros: Absolutely beautiful.

Cons: The price (to be announced) may be on the steep side.

Verdict: The TV’s 2.2 channel speakers are hidden within the frame, while a gallery mode displays high-resolution digital images of iconic paintings and personal photographs when the TV is not in use.

Sony Bravia 4K LED TV - 55-inch

Pros: Upscaled from 2K to 4K.

Cons: It’s price (Dh19,999) steers it away from the average household.

Verdict: If it fits your budget, go for it.

Toshiba 50 L 23000

Pros: Equipped with football and game modes.

Cons: Isn’t as beautiful as its competitors.

Verdict: Toshiba took its time to optimise the gaming and football-viewing experience on this screen. If that’s what you’re into, there’s nothing more to say.

LG Ultra HD Curved OLED TV

Pros: They market it as The Ultimate Display. It is.

Cons: Price (to be announced) is on the steeper side.

Verdict: #Speechless.

TOP 5 SMARTPHONES

HTC One

Pros: This is still one of the best smartphones in the market despite being the oldest on the list.

Cons: Brand-conscious buyers might overlook this wonder for other must-have brands.

Verdict: If you are still confused about buying a new smartphone, buy this one with your eyes shut. Price starts from Dh2,449.

iPhone 5s

Pros: Better than the iPhone 5 in every way.

Cons: Not as good as its direct competitors.

Verdict: If you have set your mind to buying this device, nothing, including advice, statistics or common sense, can stop you. Tagged at Dh3,399.

Sony Xperia Z1

Pros: Looks absolutely beautiful, does what it says on the box and comes with
improved battery life.

Cons: The camera could be better.

Verdict: It is fully waterproof; that should count for something. Tagged at Dh2,649.

LG G2

Pros: The camera on this phone is mental.

Cons: As is the case with the HTC One, brand conscious buyers will always choose quantity over quality.

Verdict: If you know exactly what you want from your device, consider the G2 because it is filled with wonderful features. Tagged at Dh2,399.

Samsung Galaxy Note 3

Pros: This is the future of handheld devices.

Cons: Launch price starting from Dh2,799 and the usual Note battery life limitations.

Verdict: Once you go 5.7 inches, you cannot go back. Keep that in mind.

TOP 5 TABLETS

Acer Iconia A1

Pros: A fair number of decent enough features for its price.

Cons: Average screen.

Verdict: An affordable quad-core processor powered tablet. Prices start from Dh799.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 3, 7-inch

Pros: A larger Galaxy Note 2.

Cons: A larger Galaxy Note 2.

Verdict: A larger Galaxy Note 2. Prices start from Dh799.

HP Slate 7

Pros: It comes in red.

Cons: Average camera and screen resolution. Lacks a GPS feature.

Verdict: At Dh599, the most affordable and reliable 7-inch tablet in the market.

Toshiba Excite Write

Pros: A 2,560x1,600 display and a hyper responsive Wacom Digitizer Stylus.

Cons: Weak battery life, average camera and a missing stylus holster.

Verdict: If you have your heart set on the Galaxy Note 10.1, take a look at this too. Tagged at Dh2,200.

Sony Xperia Tablet Z

Pros: Amazing screen, very slim and light.

Cons: Very quiet speakers.

Verdict: It’s waterproof; that should count for something too. Tagged at Dh1,899.

TOP 5 TRANSVERTIBLES

ASUS Transformer Book TX300

Pros: Good-looking device with a long battery life.

Cons: Rather heavy for a transvertible.

Verdict: Asus has proven itself once again with this full-HD, 13.3-inch, Intel Core i7 equipped wonder. Prices start from Dh7,699.

Dell XPS10

Pros: Flaunts one of the best battery lives in the entire category.

Cons: Limited storage, but not too small to complain about.

Verdict: The transvertible that keeps running. Prices start from Dh2,349.

Toshiba Portégé Z10t

Pros: Full HD display and a wide range of connectivity options.

Cons: Slightly on the heavier side.

Verdict: An awesome hybrid Ultrabook that is suitable for both business and pleasure. Prices start from Dh4,000.

Lenovo Ideapad Yoga 13

Pros: Brightest touchscreen and speakers in its category.

Cons: Minimum ports and the keyboard is inaccessible in tablet mode.

Verdict: The perfect device for users who want something different. Prices
start from Dh3,999.

Asus PadFone Infinity

Pros: Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 quad-core processor with 2GB RAM. It is also fully HD and is equipped with a micro-SD card slot.

Cons: Absolutely nothing!

Verdict: This is a powerful smartphone that can dock into a 10.1-inch station and transform into a tablet. What more can you want?

TOP 5 CAMERAS

Canon PowerShot SX510 HS

Pros: Wi-Fi connectivity, full HD 1080p video recording and an Eco Mode to conserve
battery power.

Cons: Too soon to tell.

Verdict: At Dh1,299, it’s among the best travel cameras available.

Nikon D3200

Pros: Features a mic input with continuous video autofocus.

Cons: Again, a fixed LCD, though it’s not that big a problem.

Verdict: The simplest entry-level DX-format digital SLR with an enhanced guide mode
for beginners. Prices start from Dh2,499.

Sony A3000

Pros: Features a whopping 20.1MP sensor and NFC sharing technology.

Cons: Fixed LCD, though it’s not that big a problem.

Verdict: With a multi-interface hotshoe and a built-in stereo microphone, this is the best camera for beginners or aspiring video journalists. Tagged at Dh1,799.

Nokia Lumia 1020

Pros: PureView 41 MP with awesome resolution, PureMotion HD+, Xenon flash for still images and an LED flash for video.

Cons: Phone calls and notifications might disturb you during a shoot.

Verdict: Comes in a few cool colours and with a phone too. Tagged at Dh2,699.

Fujifilm X-A1

Pros: A really affordable X-M1.

Cons: Too soon to tell.

Verdict: The best entry-level mirrorless camera available.

TOP WATCHES

Sony Smartwatch2

Pros: NFC, splash-proof and affordable.

Cons: Not as cool as the Gear.

Verdict: I want one. It’s tagged at Dh799.

I’m Watch

Pros: Beats competition in terms of design and colour options.

Cons: Slow touchscreen response and poor call quality.

Verdict: Hold off until I’m Watch 2. Tagged at Dh2,299.

Samsung Galaxy Gear

Pros: It has a built-in camera for stealth photography.

Cons: Samsung claims it can run for a day. Therefore, in reality, that is probably less. Also, this is a first-generation gadget.

Verdict: I want this one too. Tagged at Dh1,199.