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Minimal and modern shapes, streamlined and sleek designs, simple black and white palettes (and a touch of rose)these electronic objects fit within the most sophisticated spaces.
The latest edition of the headphones created by Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine is here: noise-cancelling, over-the-ear Beats Solo 3 Wireless ($330). And this ear candy comes in the sophisticated, millennial-friendly limited-edition colours of Shadow Grey and Porcelain Rose. indigo.ca
Samsung’s The Frame ($2,700) has high-tech heft with a slender picture-frame profile. And when not in use and set to art mode, this wall-mountable smart TV morphs into a canvas by displaying from a series of renowned artworks. bestbuy.ca
The Bang and Olufsen Shape (from $6,000) appeals to more than one sense—sight and sound combine in this wall-mounted wireless speaker system. With up to 44 individual speakers, customizable groupings and integrated noise dampers, it’s nirvana for design-conscious music lovers. commercialelectronics.ca
Local all-things-aromatherapy company Saje has taken the alarm clock to a whole new level: an ultrasonic diffuser with dual tanks, dubbed East and West, for morning and night. Simply pre-set Aromatime ($190) to automatically diffuse both energizing rise-and-shine and rest-and-relax essential-oil blends. saje.com
The Propel Star Wars Speeder Bike Battling Quadcopter Drone ($230)—it’s a mouthful, and, yes, it combines two things any techie loves. With working battle cannons that engage with up to 12 other quadcopters and flying speeds that reach 35 mph, this is not your average out-of-the-box toy. bestbuy.ca
“Today’s best electronics are all about simplified user experiences, like those offered by Nest’s IP cameras. Available for indoor ($249) and outdoor (pre-order, $429) settings, and with its live stream viewed via Nest’s intelligently designed iOS, Android or desktop apps, these cameras are a fantastic option for tightening ip household security.” nest.com
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