As opposed to the norm, these are halo products that will not get easily obsolete — they will continue to function well (sometimes over several years) though they may be more expensive to purchase initially. They will stay future proof, compatible and will expand with you. We suggests where to spend your hard earned money.
Digital SLRs
Even though manufacturers dish out multiple variants of the same digital SLR camera (DSLR) every year to entice new customers, a DSLR is actually one of the best investments you can make. The more you use one, the more it grows with you — you become more comfortable with the controls and achieve better results. You can further expand its capabilities with new lenses: wide-angle, macro or telephoto. Plus, there are hundreds of third party accessories that you can get: flashguns, tripods, wireless remotes, video lights and so on.
Desktop PC
While many people prefer the portability of a laptop, many homes still have a desktop computer and there are good reasons to buy a new one too. A desktop is more future proof — you can easily add more storage, upgrade the RAM, graphics card or audio card as and when required. Laptop components have to be made keeping in mind certain restrictions on space, cooling or power requirements. This is why the performance per Rupee spent is much higher with desktops. Another advantage is that you have access to multiple ports to connect additional devices.
Media Player
A good media player supports all video formats and can work with USB and portable drives. While most new TVs also support playback via USB, they don't support all formats. A media player is relatively small compared to a full fledged DVD player and usually comes with HDMI to output in full HD quality with optical audio for multi-channel audio output. It is relatively inexpensive and can be upgraded with support for newer formats with a firmware update. Plus, it's got no moving parts, consumes very less electricity and has low failure rates.
Flash Storage
This is by far the best performance upgrade you can do for your desktop or laptop computer. While the cost of an SSD (solid state drive) is much higher than a traditional hard drive (a conventional 1TB hard drive costs the same as a 128GB SSD), the performance benefits are worth the money. Not only will your computer boot and shutdown faster, all your apps also get a speed boost in processing. In addition, SSDs are much more sturdier than hard drives as there are no moving parts — hence they are less prone to failure.
4K Televisions
Just like full HD became a standard over the years, 4K resolution is the next highest standard in resolution. While 4K TVs have been commanding a huge premium, prices are coming down. If you want a new TV and opt for a 4K unit now, you can start enjoying the benefits of a high-quality panel plus be ready for the upgraded 4K content.
Most DTH operators are already working on 4K content so you will be ready for upgrades. 4K content might be scarce at the moment, but it is expected to become easily available thanks to new cameras and smartphones capable of recording 4K videos.
Apart from 4K, most of these TVs also have smart features (social media, news feeds, weather), 3D and built-in WiFi for wireless media streaming - all of these are useful features. If you're worried about future upgrades, some TVs also have upgrade kits — you can add feature upgrades without changing the TV, just by replacing this kit.
Quality Headphones
The difference in quality and sound between a Rs 500 and Rs 5,000 pair of headphones is startling. Not only do you get better bass but also clear vocals even at high volumes. Keep in mind that it is not the size of the headphone that impacts the audio but also the quality of construction and components used. Depending on your taste and comfort you can choose between in-ear monitors, over the ear or on ear headphones in wired or wireless varieties.
A good pair of headphones is worth the investment as it is an accessory that you will be using on a regular basis. Take care of them and they will last you years — plus you can use them with multiple devices such as phones, tablets, computers & TVs.
GoPro Cameras
If you haven't heard of GoPro cameras, we suggest you head to www.gopro.com or YouTube and check out the videos shot with it. These tiny, high performance cameras are already at the pinnacle of their ilk. They are capable of recording up to 4K video in a wide 170-degree angle and capture high quality still images at 12MP resolution. Many versions also have built-in WiFi for instant sharing to your smartphone/tablet, remote control or firmware updates.
There is a plethora of accessories available for the camera including a waterproof housing, mounts for helmets/vests/bikes, a WiFi remote and LCD touch panel add-on. Once you get a GoPro, you can instantly shoot videos of your trips or of any action sport (including underwater videos ) you take part-in without worrying about damaging the camera.
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