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Sleep Easy • Getting better sleep and managing stress has never been more important, or more high-tech. Whether you’re tracking your REM cycles, monitoring heart rate variability, or just trying to wind down with a guided breathing session, today’s wearables go far beyond counting steps. In this round-up, we’re looking at the smartest and most effective sleep and stress wearables available right now. From discreet rings and stylish watches to advanced fitness bands, these devices are designed to help you understand your body, improve your routines, and feel better, day and night.

THE GR HATCH SHOWDOWN

The Best Gaming Phones in 2025

DEFENDER VS PRADO • Two icons. One continent. In 2025, the Toyota Prado and Land Rover Defender are back at it, modernised and ready to fight for the keys to your next great adventure. We put them to the test.

SNOWBOUND • Powder pilgrimages to Japan, New Zealand and the Alps.

2025 BMW X3 M50 • Bigger, bolder, almost brilliant, we take the 2025 X3 M50 for a spin.

The Rise of The Creator Laptop

TRAILBLAZER TESTED • Riding the Yarra Valley Rail Trail with the Paprika 53 Model 25 GT

Stars, Stripes and Suspension Lifts • Why Big US Trucks Are Taking Over Australia.

25 VIDEO GAME

THE FUTURE OF F1 POWERTRAINS

CORVETTE E-RAY

THE EVERYDAY SUPERCAR • Performance SUVs That Do It All

The Best Road Trips In The World • Six iconic drives that go beyond scenery, they’re the journeys that change you.

Electric 4WDs: Are They Actually Adventure Ready?

Next-Gen PC Performance on a Budget • Serious gaming grunt, sub-$1K spend, yes, it’s possible

What’s Worth the Hype?