Unpacking the power of the Dyson Supersonic R hairdryer
Last month in Hong Kong, I had a haircut at an Aveda salon in Causeway Bay. After a hair wash, the stylist began drying my hair with the Dyson Supersonic R hairdryer; so I asked him about it. He said it was 20% more powerful than the regular Supersonic, and it was lighter and more […]
Lanson Place Causeway Bay: A Sanctuary in the Heart of Hong Kong’s Bustling Hub
Lanson Place Causeway Bay stands as a refined oasis amidst the vibrant energy of Hong Kong. Its strategic location and elegant design make it a sought-after destination for discerning travelers. We spent a tranquil two nights at this home away from home, and quickly realised that this is a place we want to come back […]
Review: The Insta360 Ace Pro 2 Xplorer Bundle turns this action camera into a discreet street shooter
This is the Insta360 Ace Pro 2. It’s co-engineered with Leica, fitted with a 50MP Leica SUMMARIT lens with a 157º field of view, an industry-first dual AI chip (for noise reduction and image processing), and a next-generation 1/1.3″ 8K sensor. There’s also an easy-to-use 2.5” flip touchscreen that really helps in shooting awkward angles […]
A quick word about the new DIOR FOREVER Hydra Glow Cushion
I’ve been using the Dior Forever cushion foundation since they introduced a matte version two years ago. I start my day with it, and it comes along with me when I travel. Sometime last month, I tried to buy a refill but was told by the Dior beauty counter at Isetan NEX that it was […]
Review: The 2025 MacBook Air with M4 chip is a fast everyday personal computer in a sweet Sky Blue
It was only a matter of time before the MacBook Air (also known as the world’s most popular laptop) was fitted with Apple’s faster chip, and this week, we see the M4 chip in this super thin machine. The 2025 MacBook Air was announced last week and will be available from today, 12 March. What’s […]
The vivo V50 smartphone is all about taking the best portraits even if you’re not a professional photographer
I love taking portraits; the soul of a photo is in the eyes of your subject, and when you have the right camera system, it’s easy to capture a mood or expression. Last year, I had the privilege to visit the Zeiss headquarters in Germany to learn all about their collaboration with vivo and I […]
Interview with DJ Boris Brejcha on High-Tech Minimal and his upcoming set in Singapore on 10th May 2025.
NYLON: Hi Boris! How are you? BORIS: I’m good and in the studio now. N: Let’s talk about your music. Can you describe the genre of High-Tech Minimal… are you the original artist who started this category of electronic music? B: Yeah, actually, I started it. But it came randomly. I mean, I was starting […]
Review: The OPPO Find N5 is Slimmer, Lighter and Smarter. Could this be the perfect foldable?
As much as I love my candy bar-style iPhone and the millions of cases I can use with it, flip phones and book-style foldables have won a place in my heart; and it all started with OPPO’s Find N3 that launched in 2023. I was particularly excited about OPPO’s collaboration with Hasselblad for the phone’s […]
The CASETiFY x Andy Warhol collection includes a banana case that’ll turn heads everywhere
It was only a matter of time before this collaboration happened; but we certainly weren’t expecting a 3D banana case that encapsulates both brands so well. Imagine the above for a phone the size of the iPhone 16 Pro Max… it’s going to be more than a handful, and will certainly not fit in any […]
RIMOWA x Rick Owens Original Cabin Bronze is an unapologetic suitcase that will bring an edge to your travels
RIMOWA CEO Hugues Bonnet-Masimbert says, “Rick Owens brings an unapologetic edge to everything he touches. His fearless approach inspired a collaboration that challenges convention at every step.” And here we have a suitcase that has an oxidised aluminium finish achieved through a manual pigment application process, resulting in every piece being unique. Over time, the […]