This month’s gizmos take a look back in time, as well as exploring some futuristic sci-fi tech. Combining the best of both, from 1980s Polaroid cameras to modern music-makers, these gadgets will pique your curiosity.

Stranger Things Polaroid OneStep 2 Camera
Menkind: £120

Take a step back in time with this Polaroid OneStep 2 camera, an officially licensed merch from the Netflix series ‘Stranger Things’. This retro gizmo is based on the original ’80s Polaroid OneStep, but has been updated with a high-quality lens and can use both 600 and i-Type film.

The camera also has a focal range of two feet to infinity, and focal length of 106 mm. The camera is equipped with a bright vacuum discharge flash, so you can capture images in better quality in the dark.

It uses an 1100 mAh lithium-ion battery, which charges via USB (cable included), and with a charge that lasts up to 60 days, it’s perfect when you get trapped in the Upside Down!

ROLI Beatmaker Kit
John Lewis: £209.95

Take your musical skills to the next level, with ROLI’s Beatmaker Kit. This Lightpad Block will help transform your simple finger drumming into classic beats. Simply drum on the 5D touch surface and the kit will transform your beats into a symphony of sound.

With its touch-responsive surface, the Beatmaker lets you experiment with sounds as you hone your musical skills and bring your creations to life. Create your own tracks and learn more about music-making with the six-months-free Melodics subscription, teaching the basics.

Lightweight and portable, this snazzy beatmaker can be carried around as you go about your day, so it’s never far away when you get some sudden inspiration. It also includes up to four hours of battery, so get tapping!

Slush Puppie Machine – Mini
Menkind: £40

This is one for the nostalgia-lovers; recounting memories of early noughties discos, dancing to S Club 7 and wearing roll-on body glitter. And what better way to top off the night, than with the ice-cold refreshment of choice, the Slush Puppie!

Now you can recreate those simpler times in your own home with the mini Slush Puppie maker. This mini gizmo has it all, so all you need is plenty of ice and some syrup! Cool off from a steamy summer with this classic beverage.