Oakley Radar Pace
It may be Oakley on the outside, but it's Intel inside in this latest wearable tech launch. Like most of the rest, it pairs with a smartphone for access to the apps but that's not to say these Radar Pace glasses aren't packed with smart hardware. With mics and earbuds built-in, as well as an accelerometer, barometer and proximity sensors, the tech is impressive. Controls and feedback are via voice (no Google Glass projections), with a range of monitoring and coaching apps. So you literally can have your own personal trainer in your head. If that's a good thing. They even have swappable lenses. €439, ie.oakley.com
ECOsnacksack Kit
ECOlunchbox is on bit of a mission: to remove plastic from the make-it-yourself lunch cycle with a range of stainless steel boxes, bento boxes and snack pods. This is a simple lunch or snack kit, with a furoshiki-inspired cotton bag, a pair of snack boxes and a bamboo spork. Furoshiki is a traditional Japanese wrapping cloth, used for everything from carrying shopping to wrapping gifts. All the Ecolunchbox pieces are made with long-lasting, non-toxic materials such as stainless steel and plastic-free silicone. Perfect if saving the planet might be on your to do list list. $26 (€24.50) ecolunchboxes.com
Philips splash-proof speaker
When it comes to portable speakers which stream your audio wirelessly, there's plenty of choice. Philips BT6000 – to give it its formal title – has all the usual features one would expect and a couple that set it apart. As well as the Bluetooth connection, it has one-touch NFC (near field communication) for quick set-up. There's an integrated microphone, so you can use it to make and take calls when paired with your phone. And it's IPX4 rated water resistant: so don't pop it in the bath, but it will shake off a shower. €100, joyces.ie
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