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Tech I Use
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items Technology that I find VERY useful and use daily. I'd be lost without most of these. They save space, money, and/or aggravation.
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Low-cost Mobile Power Options
Easy Portable Storage
Cable Management
Tools & Such
Misc Desk Items
Low-cost Mobile Power Options
Batterie never last as long as advertised. I always need to top off (or sometimes fully recharge) my phone and tablet. And the GaN is a game-changer for travel: one charger to rule them all!
When the power goes out, just use the sun! Perfect for beach, camping and outdoor use.
Solar Charger Power Bank 63200mAh Dual Output
Thin and light! Great for a quick top-off.
MOVE SPEED 0.3'' Ultra Slim 5000mAh MagSafe Charger
Great for eliminating power bricks from your office area!
240W 8-Port Fast Charging Station for iPhone/iPad
Easy Portable Storage
Laptop and phone storage is a must these days. I have over 5000 photos and videos on my phone and I use the high speed USB drive to off-load and archive.
High speed transfer from your phone to this USB thumb drive
Ultra-Fast USB Drive: MOVESPEED 1090MB/s | 128GB-2TB | USB 3.2/Type C
What a great idea! Magnetic portable storage SSD! Take all your files with you when you travel.
ORICO 1TB Magnetic External SSD 2000MB/s
Repurpose old SSD (or HDD) laptop drives with this enclosure. I never recycle old gear (unless it' to family). Pop out the old SSD and put it in an enclosure. Poor person's USB stick!
BENFEI 2.5" SATA to USB-C/A HDD Enclosure
Cable Management
For the OCD in all of us. Color code your cables and cords. The gear ties are my favorite!
Great for quick access and management of cables and cords.
12PCS Silicone Magnetic Cable Ties Organizer
Label both ends of a cord or cable with these Velcro tabs! That way, you which end to unplug when you need to.
Wrap-It Cable Labels Oval Multi-Color 36pc
I use these constantly. The best method for wrapping cables and cords. Multiple lengths and colors are available. MUST HAVE!
Nite Ize Gear Tie 6-Inch Reusable Twist Ties, 12 Pack
Assorted colors for the OCD in all of us!
Nite Ize Gear Tie 12 Pack Assorted Colors
Tools & Such
Working on tech is a given: death, taxes and tech breaking. Grab a set of decent tools for those times you need to be the IT person in your family.
If your doing any laptop work, you'll need a set of these.
TEKPREM 8-in-1 Torx Screwdriver Set T3-T10
For any REALLY close-up work. (Are fonts getting smaller? How about laptop screws?)
Yoctosun – Professional Headband Magnifiers for Precision Work
If you do any close work with small parts, you'll need a set of tweezers. This is a great set that will last years.
AKTOO ESD Anti-Static Precision Tweezers Kit
Misc Desk Items
From space savers to thermal air flow, these are items I use and recommend. I even use a laptop stand riser in my kitchen cupboard for cup and mug storage.
Don't let your laptop over heat!
Steepy Adjustable Portable Laptop Stand 13-17"
Great way to reclaim desktop space under external monitors
CAXXA 2 Pack Monitor & Laptop Stand Riser
I just got a new MacBook Air. Only two USB ports. I definitely needed more!
USB C Hub Adapter for MacBook Pro/Air 8-in-2