Our monthly roundup of the hottest new design products for the home.

Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra

THEY HAVE THE LOOKS AND STREET CRED.

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Founders Edition

Motor racing doesn’t have to be the preserve of a select few. Given the right steps, the path towards it is very safe.

Not even this pandemic can stop ONE Championship founder Chatri Sityodtong’s quest to build a global mixed martial arts empire the world has never seen.

Non-alcoholic wine alternatives are the toast of fine dining venues here as more diners acquire a taste for them. More good news: you can get them outside, too.

Bottles, casks, independents and funds – there are many ways to invest in whisky.

Did Microsoft or Sony bring the bigger set of guns with their console and gaming reveals so far?

Marching to their own beat and shaking up the local art and design industry, here are the up-and-coming local creatives to keep your eye on

OnePlus 8 & 8 Pro

Together with your votes and our industry insights, we bring you our 11th Domestic Diva Awards – your essential shopping guide for the best in food pantry items, household must-haves, and home and kitchen appliances.

As staying home becomes the new going out, we’re filling our wardrobes with these key new styles.

Racing simulators have taken over major motorsports events in the last few months. Will they continue in the future?

Ever come across a dusty old game in your collection that you feel like playing again, only to realise It doesn’t inspire the same awe it did when you first brought it home?

With 5G taking its time to reach our smartphone users here, do the current crop of 5G-ready smartphones matter in Singapore?

Being in a lockdown has never stopped art. Here’s proof that human ingenuity and the love for expression are indeed limitless.

SOLID WOOD FOR THE WIN

TWELVE CREATIVES – INCLUDING SOME OF FEMALE’S CLOSEST COLLABORATORS – GIVE US THEIR PERSPECTIVE THROUGH NEVER-BEFORE-PUBLISHED WORKS THAT REFLECT THEIR FRAME OF MIND MID-CIRCUIT BREAKER.

ARTIST IN RESIDENCE

An axiom that may have been coined long after the first motor race ever run remains as compelling today: “Racing improves the breed”.

This year marks the 11th edition of the annual HWM+HardwareZone.com Tech Awards, Singapore tech industry’s premier event where we recognize the best brands, products and services.

EMBRACING AND LEARNING FROM HER REGRETS IN LIFE ARE WHAT KEEPS ACTRESS REBECCA LIM GROUNDED.

The annual HWM+HardwareZone.com Tech Awards serves to honour the very best in tech brands, products and services.

They grew up in the spotlight (and sometimes their parents’ shadows). Now, they’re making their own mark. BAZAAR rounds up the celebrity progeny to watch this year.

You know you just wanna have fun, so channel your inner Cyndi Lauper.

TO PARAPHRASE GEORGE ORWELL, IF THERE’S HOPE FOR THE FUTURE, IT PROBABLY LIES WITH THE NEXT GENERATION.

PLASTIC FANTASTIC

THE FIRST SEASON OF THE NEW DECADE SAW A LEGION OF DESIGNERS ADDRESSING THE ISSUE OF SUSTAINABILITY AND LONGEVITY—WHETHER BY RETHINKING METHODS AND MATERIALS, IMBUING PIECES WITH MEANING AND PRECIOUSNESS TO BE CHERISHED FOREVER, OR STRIPPING BACK THE SUPERFLUOUS TO CRAFT DESIGNS THAT WILL STAND THE TEST OF TIME.

These innovative openings in New York City encourage visitors to rethink art and design.

Smartwatches have taken on a life of their own, diverging from the path of smartphones.

Logitech G Pro X.

The latest and most talked-about collections

Find out what these chefs are whipping up for their family dinner this Christmas – and no, they’re not all roast turkeys and hams.

Minimum effort. Maximum cleanliness. That’s what you get with the Bosch Unlimited Series 6 Cordless Handstick vacuum cleaner

SMALL BUT FEATURE RICH

A LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN

Apple Watch Series 5

Bringing together the best of Microsoft and Google, this dual-screen device is two 5.6-inch displays held together by an elaborate 360-degree hinge.

French photographer Cerise Doucede suspends objects in mid-air, creating artworks that appear to be frozen in time.

Jennifer Aniston has had her slew of big screen hits but it’s from TV that fans fell in love with her.

As facelifts go, the one done on the flagship BMW has been rather… massive.

This new Lego set features Hollywood blockbuster Jurassic Park as its backdrop, and the biggest, off-the-shelf, brick-built T. rex that boasts snapping jaws and posable head, limbs and tail.

Adding a meaningful new layer of refinement to already slick performers is quite an achievement for Australia’s premium marque, Riviera.

There’s no better time or place for yacht makers to unveil their latest creations than at the world’s most prestigious events on water at the Côte d’Azur this autumn. Here, we preview just a few of the head-turners at Cannes Yachting Festival (Sept 10-15) and Monaco Yacht Show (Sept 25-28).

Peter Mahony, Hong Kong-based General Manager of Benetti Yachts Asia, takes stock of the latest developments in the world of the high-end brand he represents and the regional response.

As a sickly child, Jessica Alba saw Hollywood as the place where she could dream and be anyone she wanted to be. And indeed, she’s now in her happy place, with a new kickass TV role, mega-successful business, and family she completely adores

The hottest version of the all-new BMW 1 Series is a great drive and has more space inside than the old one, as a blast around Munich reveals.

1. A 27-INCH DISPLAY WITH THE RIGHT CURVES

Everyone wants quick and effective solutions.

A fleeting love affair with a convertible in the Algarve.

Who needs big screen roles when you have plump pickings for TV? These stars are happily chasing television gold with diverse characters that rule the ratings.

Before anyone else even cared about Web content, digital video producer Gillian Tan took the plunge with unscripted videos that would go on to become online sensations.

Things to know if you’re looking to upgrade.

We talk about E3 every year with a roundup of what we think are the best games to look forward too.

THE LATEST AND GREATEST

Having a heads-up display not only looks cool in your car – it also improves driving safety. Continental’s HUD brings the future of driving to the present.

Read on for the 10 hottest trends from the most widely anticipated design event of the year!

School’s out but the learning doesn’t stop there! Here are 20 places with enjoyable yet educational activities for your kids to experience in the month of June.

SUMMERTIME FUN.

SUMMERTIME FUN.

For actress Constance Lau, snagging a role in Crazy Rich Asians was validation that her years of hard work and gumption had finally hit pay dirt.

The Nike PG-2 PlayStation Colorway limited edition basketball shoes are the collaborative results between Nike Basketball, Sony PlayStation and NBA star Paul George (PG).

Out of the brutal gauntlet that is the HWM and HardwareZone.com testing labs, only the worthy are bestowed with the coveted Editor's Choice. Herein lies the best products and innovations of 2018.

Out of the brutal gauntlet that is the HWM and HardwareZone.com testing labs, only the worthy are bestowed with the coveted Editor's Choice. Herein lies the best products and innovations of 2018.

Activity trackers are getting more powerful, and smartwatches are getting healthier.

HWM+HardwareZone.com Tech Awards is back and the 2019 edition means a new round of polls to find the best technology brands of 2018.

IN A SEASON THAT CELEBRATED WOMANHOOD IN ALL ITS FORMS, DESIGNERS CHAMPIONED A DIVERSE WARDROBE THAT BROUGHT US ALL ON A SWEET ESCAPE EDITED BY GERALD TAN

If you’ve got it, flaunt it, and what better way to showcase your collections than on a shelf that says as much about your interesting personality as the items on display.

A showcase for new technologies, robots and a series of talks livestreamed to audiences around the world:

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 graphics card features the same Turing architecture as its higher-end counterparts. It’s meant to bring next-generation ray-traced PC gaming to mainstream consumers to enthusiasts, so you can now spend the change on more RGB peripherals. NVIDIA GEFORCE RTX 2060.

It’s taken awhile, but full-frame mirrorless cameras are finally being produced by companies other than Sony.

BMW’s best-selling junior executive sedan is classier, more advanced, and more importantly, an even better drive.

Motor racing experts give their take on the most challenging tracks for amateur drivers.

Where fathers would discourage their sons from pursuing a career in racing, Logan Ravishankar is behind his all the way.

Super Smash Bros Ultimate.

Is the W Series a boon or bane to women in motorsport?

Denise Keller models our style resolutions for 2019 – think clean lines, easy shapes and a laidback approach to fashion BY AARON KOK

SoulCalibur VI

THE LATEST AND GREATEST

As Rebecca Lim prepares to take on her most challenging role yet in the Asian remake of gritty Scandi crime drama, The Bridge, we discover a new side to this homegrown talent

IDEAS AND INSPIRATION FROM THOSE IN THE KNOW

You’ve probably heard of vitamin B12 in your multivitamin capsule, but what’s it doing in your skincare?

Apple’s best smartwatch yet.

Challenges, conflicts, cancer… they’ve been flung at her but actress Pan Lingling shows how she rolls with the punches to come out tops By SANDHYA MAHADEVAN

Edmund Schorr, director of sales, Asia-Pacific, Sub-Zero Group, talks about the popular American kitchen brand’s illustrious background and its new gallery here situated in a restored colonial townhouse.

Wear an Apple Watch an just live longer and healt By Kenny Yeo

Rakesh Mandal, Senior Director & General Manager, Client Solutions, South Asia & Korea, Dell

It all comes down to game developers. By Koh Wanzi

You thought you couldn‘t get record-breaking performance without breaking the bank. You thought wrong.

New Gundam Breaker is supposedly a fresh start for the series, an overhaul that would improve the decent, albeit repetitive, gameplay of Gundam Breaker 3.

Living spaces are more interconnected and intuitive than ever, thanks to the rise of smart tech.

Designing homes that make you happy.

Designing homes that make you happy.

Brandt zoneless horizone tech technology boasts a true zoneless induction cooking surface, being able to accommodate all shapes and sizes of cookware - from rectangle pans to oval dishes.

Apple wanted this chair. You will, too.

BMW M850i

As the living room centrepiece, your TV shouldn’t conform to old conventions.

Fujifilm X-H1

No home is complete without showcasing your favourite souvenirs and decor accessories. Dressing your sideboards, side tables and display shelves with knick-knacks you love adds character to your living spaces.

A rocky childhood, rehab and three divorces later, Drew Barrymore is stronger today than ever. The star shares how she’s found that new spark in life as megastar and devoted mum.

On a journey to visit “The Shire” in New Zealand, this writer drove two BMWs and formed a fellowship with three journos, the shortest of whom turned out to be a Singaporean hobbit.

THE BMW 530e iPERFORMANCE ISN’T JUST THE WORLD’S MOST SUCCESSFUL EXECUTIVE SALOON – IT’S ALSO THE MOST ADVANCED.

Why the Fujifolm X-H1 is the one camera you’ve been looking for.

Space can be scary, but it’s okay if you’ve got family with you.

Monster Hunter: World. By Salehuddin Husin (GameAxis)

Porsche gives its 911 Turbo S a Midas touch and a million-dollar price tag in Singapore.

This year marks the 9th edition of the annual HWM+HardwareZone.com Tech Awards, the tech industry’s premier event where we recognize the best brands, products, and services.

Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS + Cellular)

HWM Tech Awards winning brand and models for digital gadgets!

Now more than ever, women are making their voices heard in film and television, and Hollywood powerhouses Reese Witherspoon, Elizabeth Banks, Eva Longoria and Kerry Washington are leading the way.

Hear the word ‘drone’, and you’re probably thinking of the kind that fiies, but this drone is designed to swim instead. The PowerRay is a lifestyle underwater robot, featuring multiple conflgurations and add-on components that will allow you to do anything from shooting cool underwater photos and videos, to finding fish through sonar detection. It has a 4K 95-degree wide-angle underwater camera, and can operate at depths up to 30 meters in both freshwater and saltwater environments with a four hour battery life.

Celebrating Singapore: Cookies inspired by familiar sweet and savoury local flavours are lining the shelves of these bakeries.

Looking for the best printer for your business? Here are key tips to help you decide.

Zowie EC1-B and EC2-B By James Lu

Make a better impression, save money, and work better.

The latest speakers in KEF’s Q Series deliver high-resolution sound with depth and clarity.

BOOSTED BY ROLLS-ROYCE’S AZIPULL CARBON PROPULSION SYSTEM, THE BENETTI FAST 125’ IS A 38m FOUR-DECK SUPERYACHT BOASTING SPEED, AGILITY AND EFFICIENCY.

CONSIDERING BUYING YOUR FIRST BOAT AND DON’T HAVE A BIG BUDGET? APB PRESENTS MODELS STARTING FROM UNDER US$50,000 UP TO US$200,000 – INCLUDING DELIVERY TO ASIA.

BMW 540i M Sport.

NAMED GIO CHI THE BY HER NEW OWNER, THE FIRST CODECASA 43 IN THE VINTAGE SERIES BUILDS SUPERBLY ON HER 42M PREDECESSORS WITH A PORTUGUESE BRIDGE, SUN-DECK JACUZZI AND TOMMASO SPADOLINI INTERIOR.

The current top-end model in the 5 Series lineup has a compelling combination of power, speed and refinement.

After the success of Mortal Kombat X, NetherRealm Studios turned their attentions back to the DC Comics roster with Injustice 2. Its predecessor wowed with an original story that respects the source material, while also being a great, accessible game. The bar now raised, we went in expecting more fine work from the Warner Brothers subsidiary.

Chinese artists in China are discussing their new series and unmistakable style.

The BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer blends form with function to create the greatest driving experience for the family.

She may be America’s sweetheart but Oscar-winner Reese Witherspoon isn’t resting on her laurels. The actress- producer is on a mission to reshape Hollywood and create more solid roles for women

Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017)

She may be America’s sweetheart but Oscar-winner Reese Witherspoon isn’t resting on her laurels. The actress-producer is on a mission to reshape Hollywood and create more solid roles for women.

This is the 8th edition of our annual HWM+HardwareZone.com Tech Awards, and in the last issue, we rounded up the products and technologies that won our Editor’s Choice awards.

THE ALL-NEW BMW 5 SERIES IS AN ACCOMPLISHED PERFORMER BECAUSE IT POSSESSES BOTH BRAWN AND BRAINS.

THE BMW 2 SERIES GRAN TOURER AND BMW X5 ENSURE A GREAT START FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY IN THE NEW YEAR.

The latest BMW 5 Series saloon is brilliant in almost every regard and still gives the best drive in its class.

If your New Year’s resolution is to get in shape, get more organized, or sleep better (perhaps even all three), a smart companion for your wrist could be just what you need. But with so many choices out there, how do you know which is the best for you?

For the longest time, the 3 Series was BMW’s compact sedan and coupe. That changed in 2014 when BMW decided to split the coupe models to form the new 4 Series.

The bmw 7 series and its suite of connectivity features perfectly complement the busy lifestyle of doctors adrian ng and loh may-han.

We’re looking forward to these two Netflix Originals series. Time to binge!

Ornate details get a modern interpretation in this sprawling bungalow.

From new franchises to the return of old favorites, 2016 has been exciting for video games. Here are our picks for the best of the year.

BMW has unveiled its all-new 5 Series, its latest contender in the executive saloon segment.

Professionals like Kevin Tan are drawn to the 7 series for its powerful design, which features industry-leading aerodynamic and chassis innovations.

Apple Watch Series 2

This Children’s Day, give your child the gift of wonder – share a book together. These local tales will give you hours of reading pleasure.

The muscular BMW M2 Coupe and even more potent M4 Coupe have unique ways of delivering driving thrills.

Celebrate the 30th anniversary of the first Transformers movie with these fan favorites. By Alvin Soon

Jeff Cheong has his eyes on the prize: getting Singapore’s legendary coffee roaster Tan Tiong Hoe to agree to an interview. At Tiong Hoe Specialty Coffee, the fiercely guarded older man is proving to be a tough subject. “What is the colour of perfect coffee?” challenges the 73-yearold Tan. Stumped, Cheong presses on. “It is amber,” says Tan bitingly. This conversation goes on for hours, even days, before Cheong proves himself worthy of Tan’s confidence and the latter finally acquiesces to be a part of Cheong’s popular Singaporean of the Day, a Web video series showcasing the extraordinary stories of ordinary Singaporeans. “This man is a legend,” marvels Cheong.

THE LOUIS VUITTON AMERICA’S CUP WORLD SERIES is scheduled to bring the race to Fukuoka, the fifth-largest city in Japan.

HELD AT SUBIC BAY in Philippines, the 9th edition of the Commodore’s Cup wrapped up after some fierce races (Mar 28-Apr 1).

American Idol may have wrapped but Jennifer Lopez is on a new high – with a starring role in a TV series and a $35-million Vegas gig

ASIA’S LATE ENTRY FOR 2017 AMERICA’S CUP BERMUDA SUDDENLY STARTS LOOKING LIKE A CONTENDER AS AULD MUG CHASE GETS VERY, VERY SERIOUS.

Still a great game that stands on its own merits, but it’s not a great Metal Gear game.

Introducing the FUJIFILM X70, the smallest and lightest X-Series camera with an APS-C sized sensor.

The Canon PIXMA Ink Efficient G series refillable ink tank printers let you focus on the tasks on hand instead of worrying about running costs.

Bruce Osborn, Photographer.

Louis Vuitton America’s cup world series oman.

Blending tradition with modern day tropical living, Kedai Bikin is a home-grown Malaysian brand that’s set to make it big in the region.

The Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) returns with offerings for audiences old and new.

Jaguar’s all-new XF goes up against the BMW 5 Series in this contest of executive and athletic abilities.

In last month's issue of HWM, we looked at all the winners of the prestigous Editor's Choice at this year's HWM+Hard-wareZone.com Tech Awards. This issue, we explore instead the Readers' Choice results with detailed analysis of the best technology brands in Singapore, as voted by you. As one of the most comprehensive brand recognition surveys in the industry, The HWM+HardwareZone.com Tech Awards 2016 saw 40 categories and nearly 200 brands nominated for Readers' Choice polling.

SSDs are fast, but the older SATA interface has been limiting their performance. If you are ready to take your system to the next level, consider these high-end PCIe-based SSDs.

Losing weight the healthier way – without extreme diets or excessive exercising – is now possible with artiste Cheryl Wee’s new series of weight and wellness solutions.

At Her World, we’re hard to impress. Not only does a guy need to score in the looks department, he has to have talent. These four definitely have what it takes.

Builders across the region are creating bigger, better, faster and more luxurious vessels than ever before. By Glen Watson

Bose soundtouch 30 (series iii)

The 570s coupé is first model in Mclaren sports series. Text & photos by Glen Watson

Much improved connectivity options over the previous version.

Better than average performance, useful features and competitive pricing make this 4K Android TV an excellent choice.

BMW’s carbon fibre manufacturing processes attest to its pedigree as a leading automotive manufacturer. We see how this features in the new flagship 7 Series luxury limousine.

State-of-the-art technology in bmw’s I cars now features in its flagship 7 series limousine — to brilliant effect.

BMW’s latest flagship is finally polished enough to take on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class.

The German carmaker opened its factory doors and threw a parade in celebration of its 50th anniversary.

BMW’s 1 Series has returned to COE Category A in the form of the 1.5-litre turbo-diesel 116d.