In the world of gadgets, luxury isn’t just about price. It’s about aesthetics, functionality and the thrill of owning a ‘toy’ before it goes mainstream
Camera
Hassleblad H4D-200MS
It’s easy to confuse a cell phone with a camera these days. Some heretics even claim an iPhone can do what a DSLR does. There is nothing like a Hassleblad H4D-200MS to put these guys in place. It is a full-fledged camera ideal for still life and studio photography. It takes six shots in one go, and packs them into a single image of 200 million pixel resolution.
Price: $35,995
Wearable tech
Radiate Athletics
Wearable tech for fitness is the in-thing now, from Jawbone UP and Nike Fuelband to smart watches. Sensors measure steps, sleep, heart rate, etc. Yet-to-be-rolled-out shirts/Tshirts from Radiate Athletics change colour based on body heat. Special atoms within the fabric gain a carbon electron when there is heat. That affects the way atoms reflect the light waves. Use the realtime visual feedback to tweak the workout routine.
Price: $20-180
(This story appears in the 18 October, 2013 issue of Forbes India. To visit our Archives, click here.)