Gear
by Kraig Becker (RSS feed) (2 months ago)
Smartphones, tablet, iPods and other devices have certainly made our travel experiences much more enjoyable. Gone are the days of sitting around an airport for hours on end with few ways to pass the time. Keeping those gadgets fully charged for extended use can be a real ...
by Reena Ganga (RSS feed) (2 months ago)
These days, a smartphone is an indispensible item on most travelers' packing lists, but if you're heading abroad you need to make sure your phone will work – and work cheaply at that. One idea we've suggested before is to switch out your phone's SIM cards so you ...
by Kraig Becker (RSS feed) (2 months ago)
One of the more interesting products currently in development at Google is a high-tech, wearable gadget known as Google Glass. In a nutshell, when worn like a typical pair of glasses, the device suspends a small LCD screen in your peripheral vision. When paired with a ...
by Sean McLachlan (RSS feed) (3 months ago)
According to a new study, mosquitoes are learning to ignore DEET, the BBC reports.
Researchers at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine tested the responses to DEET by the Aedes aegypti, a type of mosquito that can carry yellow fever and dengue fever and is ...
by Kraig Becker (RSS feed) (3 months ago)
The advances in touch screen technology over the past few years have had an undeniable impact on how we interact with our gadgets. Touch screens have made our smartphones more responsive and have allowed tablets to become a part of our daily lives. It seems only natural that ...
by Elizabeth Seward (RSS feed) (3 months ago)
Although iPhone photography may still seem amateur to the professionals, let's face it: more and more of us are documenting the visuals of our lives with our phones. And even while we're traveling and relishing in picture-perfect scenery, many of us are capturing and ...
by Kraig Becker (RSS feed) (3 months ago)
Travelers always appreciate clothing that is versatile, lightweight, easily packable and performs well in a variety of weather conditions. It doesn't hurt if it also happens to look good. That seems a rather apt description for the Radish Mid Layer Jacket from The North ...
by Kraig Becker (RSS feed) (3 months ago)
One of my biggest concerns when traveling is making sure that my expensive camera gear is well protected from harm. In the hustle and bustle of packing, rushing to the airport and flying to our eventual destination, a lot can happen to our photography equipment, even when it ...
by Kraig Becker (RSS feed) (3 months ago)
Anyone who enjoys cold weather adventures probably already knows that down is the best insulator for keeping us warm when the mercury begins to drop. Lightweight and comfortable, down can be used in a variety of products that help us enjoy the great outdoors, even in extreme ...
by Kraig Becker (RSS feed) (4 months ago)
Advances in photovoltaic cell technology in recent years have helped to make solar chargers a viable option for travelers, particularly those visiting destinations that fall off the grid. Smaller, lighter and more efficient solar panels have made it possible for us to keep ...
by Kraig Becker (RSS feed) (4 months ago)
Over the past couple of years the demand for tablet computers has gone from nonexistent to one of the hottest segments of the entire consumer electronics market. At the forefront of that demand is the iPad, which not only launched the tablet revolution but has continued to ...
by Pam Mandel (RSS feed) (4 months ago)
Imagine knowing where your bag is even when the airline doesn't. That's the idea behind TrakDot, a new tech gadget that combines a $50 device, a $12 subscription and a cellular data plan. Switch the gadget on, pack it in your luggage, and if your checked bag doesn't appear, ...
by Kraig Becker (RSS feed) (4 months ago)
Over the past few years the trend in laptops has been to get thinner and lighter, often at the expense of power and features. The result has been a host of ultra-portable notebook computers that are sleek and stylish but don't necessarily meet the needs of travelers who ...
by Kraig Becker (RSS feed) (5 months ago)
Still looking for a last minute gift for the music lover on your holiday list? Look no further than the incredible sounding earphones from RHA Audio. The British company, which is relatively new to the U.S. market, makes some very high-quality earbuds that pack impressive ...
by Kraig Becker (RSS feed) (5 months ago)
Choosing the proper luggage for travel can be a very personal experience. After all, with any luck you are selecting a travel companion that will be with you for many years to come and will accompany you on everything from weekend escapes to longer excursions abroad. A good ...
by Kraig Becker (RSS feed) (5 months ago)
It is amazing how much stuff we carry with us when we hit the road these days. Between laptops, tablets, smartphones, books, work files and various other items, our carry-on bags are often close to bursting. Lugging all of that gear around can be a real challenge unless you ...
by Kraig Becker (RSS feed) (5 months ago)
The iPhone is beyond a doubt a beautiful piece of technology. Over the past few years, Apple's iconic device has set the standard by which all other smartphones are compared. But that beauty comes with a price, as anyone who has ever dropped their iPhone onto a hard surface ...
by Kraig Becker (RSS feed) (5 months ago)
Few people appreciate great gear as much as adventure travelers and outdoor enthusiasts. They demand good performance, often under the harshest of conditions, and they're usually willing to pay top dollar for the best equipment. Their exacting standards can often make it a ...
by Kraig Becker (RSS feed) (5 months ago)
From keeping us entertained on a long flight to helping us stay connected with friends and family while on the road, technology has had an undeniable impact on the way we travel. Whether we're going across the state for an important business meeting or around the globe to ...
by Kraig Becker (RSS feed) (5 months ago)
Finding the perfect shoes for travel can be nearly as important as having the right luggage. A good pair of shoes can be the difference between an enjoyable trip and one that goes down in memory as one of the worst. Travel shoes should be comfortable, easy to pack, versatile ...
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