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💻 📱Tech Equipment & Gear Essentials For Work
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items As a visual content creator, there are a few basic equipment that I use to create my content whether it be videos or photos. I'm generally a no frills gals and not one to go out and spend lots of $$$ for all the latest tech tools and gadgets (unless ...
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Video Recording
Audio
Computers, Tablets
Other Accessories
Photography Gear
Video Recording
Camera for Vlogging, Shoppable Videos, & Video Tutorials - for Content Creators just starting out.
I have been creating videos for almost 5 years now and all my video content is recorded from a phone! The Samsung Galaxy S9+ phone came out in 2018 but 7 years later I still love to use it for recording my video tutorials and shoppable videos. I have...
SAMSUNG Galaxy S9+Smartphone
If I were to need another phone camera for filming, I would likely consider the Google Pixel because it is well known for its camera quality. The Pixel8a can record 4K videos at 60fps and is super easy to setup. Here's a tutorial on how to set one up...youtu.be/6C6qRIWSxto
Google Pixel 8a Phone
Audio
Tools for recording voiceovers and playbacks
I'm not a very high maintenance person so when I first started creating video tutorials and shoppable videos, I grabbed my trusty Sennheiser headset that I have actually had for years. It comes with a mic with noise cancelling so now I use it to reco... It also has HD Stereo Sound, and easily plugs into my computer. The headset is adjustable so whether you have a large head or a smaller head like me, this headset will fit comfortably. #sennheiser #ad
Sennheiser SC 165 USB (508317) - Double-Sided (Binaural) Headset
Soundcore makes some of the best quality earbuds on the market and it's pretty much plug and play in terms of the setup. I actually have a few - one for my daily workouts and one for travel.
Soundcore P20i Wireless Earbuds
These are wireless microphones that are perfect if you're conducting an interview or podcast. But I actually have used this for doing voiceovers for some of my Youtube videos. It's easy and convenient to use these because you can just clip the micrph...
Wireless Microphone for Youtube, IG, TikTok recordings
When I use my laptop, I like to add this portable speaker to it for enhanced audio. It is very lightweight and sits perfectly on top of my laptop.
Logitech Portable Computer Speaker (Z205)
These are actually my backup earbuds when I misplace my other Anker Soundcore earbuds. They connect via Bluetooth and it's so easy and quick to set this up - literally plug and play.
Anker Soundcore Liberty Air 2
Computers, Tablets
I use Laptops and Mini PC for working at home. But I also work off a tablet when on the go.
I have a video on youtube where I explain my top 3 reasons for replacing my old Windows 10 laptop with a mini PC: https://youtu.be/oeHsND-H3ko
Geekom IT13 Mini PC
I have a Youtube video where I show you what happened with daily use of my Geekom Mini PC: https://youtu.be/60-ba5wyo6A
Daily Use of my Geekom Mini PC - Results
I have had my Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 tablet for about 5 years and even after daily use (5+ hours per day), it does everything I need it to do. I am a heavy multi-tasker and this tablet has no issues running almost 100 browser tabs simultaneously while...
Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Android Tablet
Other Accessories
Additional tools and accessories I use for producing my video content.
I often do overhead shots so use this phone holder anchored to a gooseneck holder clamped to my shelf/table.
Phone Holder
As a content creator, I always make sure I have reliable backups of all my important files whether they be videos, pictures or other types of data. This external drive holds up to 8TB and has lasted me over 5 years and counting!
WD_BLACK 8TB D10 Portable Drive External Hard Drive
Anker is a great brand and their webcam is no exception in terms of quality, price and ease of setup. This webcam is perfect for going on zoom calls.
Anker PowerConf200 Webcam
This awesome Plugable USB Bluetooth Adapter for PC was a game-changer for me because the Bluetooth on my old Windows machine stopped working. This adaptor allowed me to continue using my Bluetooth devices with my PC. In fact I can connect up to 7 devices like headphones, speakers, and printers all at once - talk about convenience! #bluetoothadapter #ad #techgear
Plugable USB Bluetooth Adapter for PC, Bluetooth 5.0 Dongle Compatible with Windows, Add 7 Devices: Headphones, Speakers, Keyboard, Mouse, Printer and More
I got this portable charger to carry with me in my purse in case I forget to charge my phone before leaving the house. This charger is compact and comes with a cable, 2 USB A ports and a PD port. It charges fast and I never leave home without it anym...
Portable Charger
I really don't like throwing my hard earned money away so in recent years I started using reusable/rechargeable batteries. The Eneloop ones are great because they charge up easily and last a reasonable amount of time. I buy extras so I always have ch...
Eneloop AAA Rechargeable Batteries
I used to use Duracell batteries before I started using rechargeable batteries. Now I still keep them around as backup in case of a power outage.
Keep your Devices Running Longer with Duracell Optimum AAA Batteries
These SandDisk MicroSD Cards allow me to store my pictures and videos without taking up space on my phone. Sometimes I prefer to store things locally rather than on the cloud and these microSD cards are a great solution for that.
SanDisk 256GB Extreme MicroSD Card with Adapter
This is the Phomemo M260 Label Maker that I love to use to label my physical files, folders, boxes, cabinets, and drawers. It comes with tons of fonts, templates, and sticker images to choose from. I also like to use its very extensive formatting opt...
Thermal Label Printer
Photography Gear
Cameras, lenses, accessories for the photography hobbyist and amateurs.
I have had my Canaon EOS 60D DSLR for years and use it to capture special occassions, family functions, celebrations, and outings. It's easy to use and captures all the memorable moments.
Canon Eos 60D Digital Camera
I've had this lens for decades. This lens is for Canon EOS but the same lens is also available for Pentax. The optical stabilizer works great for camera shaking.
Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro Optical Stabilizer HSM Lens for Canon EOS Cameras
I've had this flash for years and use it with my Canon EOS 60D. This is dust and water resistant. Watch my youtube review for more information on it: https://youtu.be/ZmVdgAdH9Z8
Canon 580EX II Speedlite Flash