This year, many new devices - from the iPhone X to the Nintendo Switch - have been able to give consumers an interesting and valuable experience. Whether it's a new laptop or a new console, these products have impressed both critics and users alike. Below are the top 10 gadgets of 2017 according to Time magazine.
10. Sony Alpha A7R III
Having received a number of improvements compared to its predecessor and pleased with its low cost (when compared with the Sony A9 Alpha), the 42.4-megapixel Alpha A7R III is named by Time as one of the best mirrorless cameras of 2017 ..
It has a higher resolution than the A9 and faster autofocus than the A7R II. The only thing that can oppose it with the A9 is the accelerated burst shooting.
9. Apple Watch 3
The latest version of the Apple Watch “ripped the umbilical cord,” which tied it to the iPhone. Now you can leave the house without a smartphone and still receive calls on your smartwatch. In addition, Apple Watch 3 is connected to Apple Music, so you can not only ask your smart assistant Siri what time it is, but also ask her to turn on her favorite song.
8. Xbox One X
This is the most powerful console ever created, with 6 teraflops computing power and 12 GB of memory. In addition, the device has a built-in Blu-ray 4K player and it boasts a faster HDD than other consoles.
The Xbox One X is the perfect choice for those who want to maximize their gaming experience - regardless of whether it is a desire for a higher resolution or a more stable frame rate.
7. Amazon Echo (second generation)
The updated smart speaker received an elegant gray body and better speakers. She can hear you from a long distance thanks to seven directional microphones. Another advantage is the reduced price compared to its predecessor.
6. SNES Classic
In 2017, the once-iconic Super Nintendo game console came back in triumph. Together with it, customers get 2 gamepads and 21 games.
Everything in this prefix: from the name of the games to the tactile sensations, makes you remember nostalgically the 90s, and your first victories in the gaming field.
Experts from the research firm NPD reported that in November 2017, SNES Classic took second place in the list of best-selling video game consoles. It is difficult to find on sale, so quickly buyers "sweep" SNES Classic off the shelves.
5. Galaxy S8
This is one of the best smartphones of 2017 for a number of reasons, but first of all, thanks to the amazing curved 5.8-inch AMOLED display. Near the Galaxy S8, most of the other mobile phones on the market look outdated.
He became the highest quality smartphone this year according to Roskachestvo.
4. DJI Spark
The developers of this device abandoned the remote control as part of a drone control. It is provided as an option only. And to control the gadget, you need to set the direction on the smartphone screen or direct its flight with gestures. Of course, Spark sometimes crashes, but its size and ease of use are innovative.
3. Microsoft Surface Laptop
Opens the top 3 of the best gadgets of 2017 with a 13.5-inch premium laptop. Its powerful "filling" allows you to use the device for games and for serious work tasks. Separately, it is worth noting an interesting design decision - covering the keyboard with Alcantara, synthetic fabric, which is as pleasant to the touch as leather or suede and not harmful to the environment. This fabric is warm and delicate compared to the usual cold metal keyboards on other expensive laptops.
The laptop is running Windows 10S, which is why applications for it can only be downloaded from the Windows Store.
2. Apple iPhone X
Apple’s new smartphone has taken one of the leading positions in the ranking of the best gadgets, because many of its features - including Face ID and frameless display - “will certainly set a new standard for phones in the future.”
On the one hand, the Face ID system has unsafe vulnerabilities, and on the other hand, it is used more creatively than the main competitor (face recognition technology) from Samsung. After all, Face ID can be used by third-party applications, allowing, for example, to pick up glasses that fit the shape of the user's face.
You can read about all the features of Apple’s premium smartphone in the iPhone X review.
1. Nintendo Switch
While this modular 6.2-inch gaming tablet cannot compete with the power or multi-user capabilities of its competitors, it offers a completely new approach to video games.
When you are at home, you can connect the Nintendo Switch dock to your TV and play games on the big screen. And the rest of the time you can use the Nintendo Switch as a regular portable console. This “play anywhere, anytime” approach made the console a real hit in 2017.
The success of the device is evidenced by the fact that more and more games (not even from Nintendo) are coming out for the Nintendo Switch.
