Brave new terroir

Mainland China’s growing wine market is one of the most dynamic in the world and looks to be on an upward trajectory

New Gadget

Predicted to be closest thing to a serious rival for the powerhouse iPhone, Nexus One is finally available to those swooning in anticipation of this new gizmo by Google. And, as if to further taunt you with mystery, the handset is for sale only via Google’s online store. In terms of camera function, display screen size and body thickness, Nexus One is head and shoulders above iPhone. Other attractive features include voice command that transforms verbal messages into texts and emails, the synchronisation of different Gmail accounts, and voice navigation for Google Maps. Shop online at: www.google.com/phone.

Key Features system： Android 2.1
screen：3.7 inches, 480 x 800 pixels WVGA display
memory：512MB Flash, 512MB RAM, 4GB microSD card (up to 32GB)
camera：5 megapixel
thinness：11.5mm
Weight：130g
price：USD 529

New Stay

Name: Radisson Hotel Bangkok Sathorn locatioN: In the Sathorn district near designer Jim Thompson’s House and the Grand Palace. detail: The hotel’s 436 rooms are equipped with high-speed wireless internet, cable LCD TV, and there is also a business centre, open air bar and restaurant, spa and outdoor pool. plus poiNt: The hotel’s special grand opening rate of USD105 per night until March 31. miNus poiNt: Those seeking a truly Thai hotel experience should stay elsewhere.

36 Narathiwat-Ratchanakarin Road, Yannawa, Sathorn, Bangkok +66 2 210 9000 www.radisson.com/bangkokth_sathorn