Make the most of the heat wherever you are with our top picks of this season’s coolest tech
OUTSIDE IN nature
1 CELESTRON NEXSTAR 4SE
Pack a telescope to take advantage of the darker skies if you’re venturing into the wilderness this summer. Lighter options are available, but we like the reliable Celestron NexStar 4SE. It has a solid mount and a 4-inch aperture, making it perfect for viewing planets and the Moon. Ideal for beginners, its GoTo mount does the hard work, automatically locating and tracking celestial objects.
£699.99, amazon.co.uk
2 GRAYL ULTRAPRESS PURIFIER NATURE EDITION
Although it may look like a regular water bottle, this compact filtration and purification system is an essential piece of kit for outdoor adventures. Use it wherever you are to make safe, great-tasting water in 10 seconds, with no set-up required. Fill the bottle with water, press down and drink. It’s easy to use and fun – you’ll feel like an intrepid explorer.
£90, grayl.co.uk
3 PANASONIC LUMIX S5II FULL-FRAME MIRRORLESS CAMERA DC-S5M2K
Yes, every phone is a camera these days, but if you want to take truly stunning nature photos, then a top-quality mirrorless camera is a must-have. We recommend the Panasonic LUMIX S5II. It has an upgraded autofocus (AF), making it a dependable choice to snap photos of any critters you spot when you’re on the move.
£2,299.99, panasonic.com
4 THERAGUN MINI
Experience instant post-hike relief with the Theragun Mini, an ultra-compact percussive massager. Its targeted deeptissue massages can alleviate soreness, reduce tension, and accelerate recovery. You can even customise speeds, attachments and routines from your phone to find the perfect pressure, ensuring another pain-free adventure awaits you the next day.
£174, therabody.com
5 NIKON PROSTAFF P3
Enhance your birdwatching with the Nikon Prostaff P3 binoculars. Offering 8x magnification and crisp, vibrant images, these reliable and durable binoculars are a necessity in the great outdoors. Weighing 564g, they boast a slim, lightweight design with a non-slip coating. Waterproof and equipped with fog-free lenses, they work well in any weather, giving you a clear view of nature’s wonders.
£149, nikon.co.uk
6 GARMIN INREACH MINI 2
Garmin’s inReach Mini 2 is a satellite communicator with global coverage, meaning it’s more reliable than your phone. Weighing only 100g, it provides vital features like location tracking, SOS alerts, weather forecasts and communication with loved ones. Its rugged design, IPX7 water rating, and impressive 14-day battery life make it the perfect companion for both day trips and daring expeditions.
£349.99, garmin.com
ON THE beach
1 POWERVISION POWEREGG X WIZARD
