{"id":11577,"date":"2016-08-10T11:50:45","date_gmt":"2016-08-10T09:50:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.pricecheck.co.za\/?p=11577"},"modified":"2016-08-10T11:50:45","modified_gmt":"2016-08-10T09:50:45","slug":"top-tech-and-gadget-trends-for-august","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/blog\/top-tech-and-gadget-trends-for-august\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Tech And Gadget Trends For August"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/br><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Technology is everywhere these days and it&#8217;s constantly making strides in quality, accessibility and design. Every month sees new or updated versions of current tech trends or gadgets.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Here are our picks for the top tech trends and innovative gadgets for August.<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Click on the product name to be redirected to the PriceCheck product page to view additional information such as availability, pricing and store comparisons.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">LED TVs<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">All of the below televisions feature the latest in &#8220;curved&#8221; design technology. A curved television allows for a unique viewing experience. With enhanced immersion and vision depth, a curved television offers a better viewing experience when compared to a traditional flatscreen LED television.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricecheck.co.za\/offers\/76104252\/Samsung+UA48J6300+48%22+Curved+Smart+LED+TV\" target=\"_blank\">Samsung 48&#8243; Curved Smart LED TV<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11578\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.pricecheck.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Samsung-curved-TV.png\" alt=\"Samsung curved TV\" width=\"327\" height=\"307\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Samsung-curved-TV.png 958w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Samsung-curved-TV-300x282.png 300w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Samsung-curved-TV-768x722.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 327px) 100vw, 327px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The latest in online television technology, the Samsung Smart TV gives you access to a wide variety of different media including TV shows, movies, apps, online content and music.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Features:\u00a0<\/strong>Wireless LAN internet &#8211; Clear Motion Rate technology &#8211; 1920 x 1080 resolution &#8211; DTS Studio Sound<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricecheck.co.za\/offers\/79250602\/LG+55EC930T+55%22+Slim+Curved+Smart+OLED+TV\" target=\"_blank\">LG Slim Curved OLED TV<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11579\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.pricecheck.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/LG-OLED-tv-1024x627.png\" alt=\"LG OLED tv\" width=\"432\" height=\"265\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/LG-OLED-tv-1024x627.png 1024w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/LG-OLED-tv-300x184.png 300w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/LG-OLED-tv-768x470.png 768w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/LG-OLED-tv.png 1206w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 432px) 100vw, 432px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>OLED picture is the latest in high-quality display technology, giving a clearer and more detailed picture than any other technology currently available.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Features:<\/strong> Smart TV functionality &#8211; 3D Cinema features &#8211; Smart Touch Controls &#8211; LG TV Remote app &#8211; 4 Colour Pixel technology<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricecheck.co.za\/offers\/81129548\/Hisense+LEDN55T910UWD+55%22+Smart+Curved+LED+TV\" target=\"_blank\">Hisense 55&#8243; Curved Smart LED TV<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11580\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.pricecheck.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Hisense-curved-TV-1024x650.png\" alt=\"Hisense curved TV\" width=\"422\" height=\"268\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Hisense-curved-TV-1024x650.png 1024w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Hisense-curved-TV-300x190.png 300w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Hisense-curved-TV-768x487.png 768w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Hisense-curved-TV-312x198.png 312w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Hisense-curved-TV.png 1040w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 422px) 100vw, 422px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Sleek and smart design, the Hisense Curved Smart TV brings you all the latest in modern television technology like Ultra High Definition display, online functionality and USB media adapters<\/p>\n<p><strong>Features:<\/strong>\u00a0 Google Play Store access &#8211; 3D conversion feature &#8211; Streamlined remote control &#8211; Curved design<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">Smartphones\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricecheck.co.za\/offers\/81051889\/Samsung+Galaxy+S7+32GB+Gold\" target=\"_blank\">Samsung Galaxy S7<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11582\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.pricecheck.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Samsung-galaxy-S7.png\" alt=\"Samsung galaxy S7\" width=\"144\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Samsung-galaxy-S7.png 474w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Samsung-galaxy-S7-144x300.png 144w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 144px) 100vw, 144px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The latest in one of the most successful smartphone ranges in the world, the S7 is the most powerful and advanced Galaxy smartphone to date.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Features:\u00a0<\/strong>Dual Pixel Sensor &#8211; Android Marshmallow operating system &#8211; Waterproof up to 1.5m &#8211; 32GB storage space &#8211; multi core chipset<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricecheck.co.za\/offers\/83501465\/LG+G5+32GB+Titan\" target=\"_blank\">LG G5 Titan<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11583\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.pricecheck.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/LG-G5-868x1024.png\" alt=\"LG G5\" width=\"233\" height=\"275\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/LG-G5-868x1024.png 868w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/LG-G5-254x300.png 254w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/LG-G5-768x906.png 768w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/LG-G5.png 1032w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 233px) 100vw, 233px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The latest LG flagship smartphone, the G5 is the most-powerful and most feature packed LG smartphone to date. Connect the G5 to a variety of different devices thanks to the new modular design.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Features:\u00a0<\/strong>4GB processor &#8211; 5.3 inch display &#8211; LG Friends Manager app &#8211; Dual camera configuration &#8211; Wide angle lens &#8211; 16MP front camera<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">Wearables\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricecheck.co.za\/offers\/79309981\/Apple+Watch+42mm+with+Rose+Gold+Aluminium+Case+%26+Stone+Sport+Band\" target=\"_blank\">42mm Apple Watch<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11585\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.pricecheck.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Apple-Watch.png\" alt=\"Apple Watch\" width=\"219\" height=\"234\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Apple-Watch.png 746w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Apple-Watch-281x300.png 281w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 219px) 100vw, 219px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Track all of your daily activity with the latest in wearable technology. The new Apple Watch is made from a custom alloy and features a new ergonomic design.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Features:<\/strong>\u00a018 hour battery life &#8211; Digital Crown heart rate monitor &#8211; Retina display &#8211; OS 2 functionality &#8211; water resistant &#8211; Bluetooth 4.0<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricecheck.co.za\/offers\/83432312\/Garmin+fenix+3+Sapphire+HR\" target=\"_blank\">Garmin Fenix 3 Sapphire\u00a0<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11587\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.pricecheck.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Garmin-smartwatch.png\" alt=\"Garmin smartwatch\" width=\"229\" height=\"280\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Garmin-smartwatch.png 606w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Garmin-smartwatch-245x300.png 245w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 229px) 100vw, 229px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The latest Garmin Sapphire watch is the best in all-terrain wearable technology. Using the latest GPS satellite reception you&#8217;ll be able to track all of your movements in even the most challenging environments.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Features:\u00a0<\/strong>40 hour battery life &#8211; Advanced Running Dynamics &#8211; Heart rate monitor &#8211; Garmin Connect app access &#8211; Swimming, golf, ski and rowing profiles<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">Wireless Speakers<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricecheck.co.za\/offers\/79851411\/Marshall+Stanmore+Bluetooth+Speaker+System+in+Pitch+Black\" target=\"_blank\">Marshall Stanmore Bluetooth Speakers<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11588\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.pricecheck.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Marshall-speakers.png\" alt=\"Marshall speakers\" width=\"370\" height=\"302\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Marshall-speakers.png 912w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Marshall-speakers-300x245.png 300w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Marshall-speakers-768x627.png 768w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Marshall-speakers-168x137.png 168w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 370px) 100vw, 370px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A high-end and portable speaker system, the Marshall Stanmore speakers delivers dynamic sound through bluetooth streaming from a variety of devices.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Features:<\/strong>\u00a080 watt power &#8211; 5.2&#8243; woofer &#8211; onboard digital sound &#8211; integrated controls &#8211; vintage design &#8211; 0.75&#8243; dome tweeters<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricecheck.co.za\/offers\/79250513\/JBL+Xtreme+Speaker+-+Black\" target=\"_blank\">JBL Xtreme Speaker System<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11589\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.pricecheck.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/JBL-Xtreme-Speaker-1024x587.png\" alt=\"JBL Xtreme Speaker\" width=\"384\" height=\"220\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/JBL-Xtreme-Speaker-1024x587.png 1024w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/JBL-Xtreme-Speaker-300x172.png 300w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/JBL-Xtreme-Speaker-768x440.png 768w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/JBL-Xtreme-Speaker.png 1294w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 384px) 100vw, 384px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The most powerful speaker in it&#8217;s size, the JBL Xtreme Speaker System delivers powerful stereo by using four separate active transducers and two JBL Bass Radiators.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Features:<\/strong>\u00a015 hour playtime &#8211; dual USB charger &#8211; JBL Connect access &#8211; rechargeable 10 000mAH battery<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Technology is everywhere these days and it&#8217;s constantly making strides in quality, accessibility and design. Every month sees new or updated versions of current tech trends or gadgets. Here are our picks for the top tech trends and innovative gadgets for August. 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