The Volvo XC60 has long been the king of Swedish roads – the brand’s best-selling model, winning hearts with its blend of elegance and practicality. But the competition is not sleeping: the BMW X3, Mercedes GLC and Audi Q5 are fresh and razor-sharp. Can the updated XC60, with its new look, improved interior and hybrid heart, still keep up? Let’s dive into the details and find out if this Swedish SUV is still in the running for the throne – and why it’s still one of my favorites.
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Jan Macarol is the responsible editor of the printed and online editions of City Magazine Slovenia. Together with his two assistants, he strives to offer readers the most unique and fresh information about urban culture, technological innovations, fashion and everything an urban nomad needs to survive in a fast-paced world.
Cars have become smartphones on wheels? Twenty years ago, you bought a BMW so you could say you had a BMW. You started the engine, the sound boomed, the neighbors sighed. Today? Customers are talking about kilowatt hours. About whether the car has a 400-volt or 800-volt architecture. And about how many kilometers you get in fifteen minutes of charging. No one asks how it drives anymore — they ask how it updates. Welcome to the time when cars have become smartphones.
When Timex and The James Brand come together on the same project, something interesting always happens. The first – a classic American watchmaker that knows how to make robust, useful watches for every day. The second – a Portland design house known for minimalism, knives and EDC culture, where aesthetics follow function. The result of their third collaboration is the Automatic GMT Nocturne Edition – a watch that is both technically compelling and visually soothing.
Samsung's Galaxy XR is more than just a "cheaper copy" of the Vision Pro. It's the loudest proof that the future of XR technology is open, cheaper, and - perhaps surprisingly - more human.
Mobile BOY is a 5,000mAh magsafe battery or wireless charger developed by Oscar Japan as a tribute to classic handheld consoles. The back of the power supply features a functional gamepad with 300 retro games that don't require a Wi-Fi connection to work. The case is designed to be used with a phone and also serves as a gaming device - rounded edges ensure an ergonomic grip, the game buttons are arranged in the style of early handheld consoles, and it is available in black, silver and pink.
OpenAI has just launched a rocket into the heart of web browsing – a new browser that combines artificial intelligence with classic surfing, and in doing so, Google is warning that it's time to upgrade.
Porsche Macan. Once an honest petrol crossover that smashed the roads with the roar of a six-cylinder, now – BZZZ! – an electric beast that is overtaking its fossil brother in sales this year. And this is not because the petrol engine sucks, but because it was thrown out of sale in the European Union as if it were some outdated floppy disk. Brussels bureaucrats have apparently decided: "Petrol? This is for grandfathers!" Well, the petrol Macan will soon be over in the rest of the world too – it is retiring in 2026. Porsche is already cooking up a new crossover with an internal combustion engine, but this one will have a different name and will keep us waiting until 2028. Until then, electric sweets are flying from Zuffenhausen, and the new Porsche Macan GTS is the sweetest of them all.
Who says SUVs can't swim? China's Jetour Zongheng G700 crossed the mighty Yangtze River in 22 minutes with its amphibious technology, showing the world that it's not just another metal object on four wheels.
The NuPhy Node75 is no ordinary mechanical keyboard. With its innovative touchpad, retro-modern design, and premium typing quality, it brings a fresh new dimension to the keyboard world. From creatives to programmers, this keyboard promises to make your workflow faster, more intuitive, and, let's face it, a whole lot cooler.
Most speakers are designed to be almost invisible – they hide behind the sofa, under a shelf or somewhere in the grey zone where dust and forgotten remotes reign. But as design and audio enthusiasts we know very well: finding a device that is both a feast for the eyes and a balm for the ears is almost as hopeless as finding a free parking space in the center of Stockholm. Conventional audio equipment often forces us to choose: either you will have a beautiful piece of furniture or good sound – never both. So let's talk about something that impressed me: Transparent Acoustic Sculpture Speaker
Get your tissues ready, SUV lovers, because Toyota has finally revealed its new 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ – the cute little “baby” off-roader we’ve all been waiting for. And then… of course, we won’t get it. At least not in America or Europe, where our off-road appetites are clearly too big or too “premium” for this cute SUV.
Wake up, roll up your sleeves, and turn your morning into a mini wellness ritual. The "3x3 by 12" trend is not just a TikTok fad, but a new formula for energy, focus, and a fit body that won't take up an entire hour. Are you ready to swap your morning laziness for a new dose of vitality?











