Attitude’s picks of the best outdoor tech, from karaoke speakers to garden lighting
Here's five tech items that will help you get the most out of the great outdoors - even if that's just your garden
Whether you’re exploring the wilderness or just your own backyard, having the right gear can make all the difference. Get ready to elevate your adventures with our roundup of the best outdoor tech on the market, from portable sound systems to clever security cameras.
DJI OSMO 360
Capture your garden gatherings like never before with DJI’s first 360-degree camera. The compact, durable Osmo 360 uses a dual-lens system to record everything around you, so there’s no need to line up the perfect shot. Afterwards, you can use the companion app or desktop editor to reframe the footage and choose the exact angles you want to share. With built-in stabilisation and up to 8K video quality, it makes capturing professional-looking video remarkably straightforward, whether you’re vlogging, hiking, or just filming a boozy barbecue.
From £409.99
LG XBOOM STAGE 301
Whether it’s chilled garden gatherings or outdoor karaoke sessions, LG’s new Xboom Stage 301 speaker does it all. A powerful 6.5-inch woofer and twin mid-range drivers deliver punchy, balanced sound, while multiple inputs (Bluetooth, USB, aux, mic and even guitar) mean you can stream playlists, plug in an instrument or belt out a duet (mics/musical talent not included). Dual LED light bars sync to music for extra atmosphere, while IPX4 splash resistance makes it a safe bet outdoors. It can also be mounted onto a standard speaker pedestal for extra height – and safety from stray drinks. There’s up to 12 hours’ battery life and even hot-swappable battery packs available.
£299
NINJA WOODFIRE
An electric grill, smoker and air fryer in one, the Ninja Woodfire brings wood-smoked cooking into the garden without gas or charcoal. Real wood pellets add flavour whether you’re grilling burgers, smoking fish or air-frying chips, and its weather-resistant build means it can stay outside between uses. There’s space for six steaks, 30 sausages or a whole brisket, making it handy for anything from a small get-together to a family feast. Non-stick parts make cleaning straightforward, and it runs from a standard plug, so you can set it up on the patio and get cooking in minutes.
£299.99
BLINK OUTDOOR 4
A compact, wire-free camera, the new Blink Outdoor 4 delivers HD video with infrared night vision to keep things clear after dark, from securing the garden to enjoying cute nighttime visitors. Dual-zone motion detection filters out unwanted alerts, so you’ll only be notified when something worth seeing crosses its path, from curious hedgehogs to cheeky foxes. It’s equally at home inside a bird box for nesting season or keeping watch over your patio. With up to two years’ battery life from just two AA lithium cells and no cables to worry about, it’s easy to set up and position almost anywhere.
£69.99
PHILIPS HUE DYMERA
Great for garden walls, the Hue Dymera indoor and outdoor wall light throws light both up and down, with each beam controllable independently in the Hue app. Set a warm white for relaxed evenings or mix colours for party nights, and schedule it to switch on at sunset. The aluminium body is weather-resistant and sits neatly against brick or render, giving your outside space a five-star resort feel. It’s a mains-wired fitting, which isn’t as convenient as battery lights, but it means you get consistent brightness and year-round reliability once it’s in.
£199.99
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