popularmechanics.co.za MAY / JUNE 2022 33
HUAWEI
MATEVIEW GT 34”
SOUND EDITION
The MateView GT is Huawei’s first gaming monitor.
We’ve been impressed with Huawei’s wearables and in-
ear headphones so far, so it wasn’t much of a surprise that
this ultra-wide 165 Hz curved monitor really got us excited
(and we’re not only referring to the very cool touch-sensitive
and programmable RGB light-strip sound bar that’s built into
the stand).
While the MateView GT takes up a fair bit of desk space,
you’re going to appreciate the extra screen real estate. It’s
relatively easy to set up – all you need to do is pop the curved
screen on to the stand and you’re good to go. All the ports
you’ll ever need are sneakily hidden away in a panel at the
back, and there’s a little five-way joystick for adjusting the
display settings.
The monitor comes with a selection of cables (we’re
talking USB-C to USB-C, USB-C to USB-A, DP 1.4), but
you’ll need to invest in your own HDMI cable if that’s how
you prefer to connect. However you proceed though, the
ultra-wide design is ideal for creators, gamers and anyone
else who’s seeking a beautiful big screen for their computer
set-up, that also features two dual-array microphones. The
WQHD 3 440 × 1 440 resolution delivers a good balance
between speed and graphic detail, while the 1.07 billion
colours will ensure your video and images always look good.
In short, Huawei’s MateView GT is a monitor that simply
looks as good as its specs, all for a solid price, considering
the pricing of its competition.
RRP R13 999
consumer.huawei.com/za
WORX
PEGASUS
FOLDING
WORK TABLE
We can never have too many solid work surfaces in our
workshops or garages. And if space is at a premium
and you don’t have a permanent work bench, or you
find yourself moving from worksite to worksite, you’ll
definitely require a sturdy portable workstation.
The WORX Pegasus is an excellent solution, for
professionals and DIYers alike. It’s a lightweight yet
extremely sturdy folding work table, that’s simple to
transport and easy to set up, no matter where you’re
working. The top surface measures 79 × 64 cm, big
enough to accommodate large wood sizes. Configured
as a work table, it’ll support up to 136 kg; as a sawhorse,
it’ll hold up to 454 kg.
When collapsed and folded, it has a depth of only
12.7 cm, slim enough to store out of the way, or in the
back of your bakkie.
It includes four clamp dogs and two quick clamps,
for holding a variety of materials firmly in place, or for
stabilising unique shapes, giving you confidence to
work freely on your project at hand. It features grooves
to support standard timber sizes, a folding built-in shelf
for tools, measuring guide, as well as a bracket for power
strips and attachable accessories. And of course, being
WORX, it’s cleverly designed to connect with additional
units, to expand your portable work surface. It clocks in
at 13.6 kg, so almost anyone will be able to manage it
and move it around. If you’re a keen DIYer, you definitely
need one of these in your arsenal.
RRP R3 679
worxtools.co.za; vermontsales.co.za