Becca Farsace
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More tech I use every day
🕑 Added 2024-11-07 16:04:37 +0000 UTCToday, I published my video outlining the tech I use every day, but many of the little accessories that make the big products work better didn't make the cut. So, just for you, buds, here are all the little things (some tech, some not) that keep my world going 'round. Please share yours in the comments for all to benefit from!
I wrote about these in my newsletter a few weeks ago, but I gotta talk about them again because it has been the best $30 I have spent all year. It simply gives your hard drive magsafe abilities for better mounting on a phone or laptop. For me, it has been great for editing on a plane when there is limited "desk" space to put a drive on, for moving from room to room without having to juggle a handing drive, or for filming ProRes RAW footage on an iPhone when you need an SSD plugged in. But if $30 sounds steep, I think you could easily make one with these magnetic circles.
I have always dreamed of having a Sonos system. I love the sound quality, the build of the products, and the ability to play music without having to turn anything on or deal with pairing. However, currently, I have just this one speaker in my kitchen, and I love it. My next goal is to upgrade my aging sound bar and subwoofer. But that is going to cost $$$!
In my video today, I mentioned that I wish the MacBook Pro had even more ports. And that is because I got cables for DAYS. So, to combat the problem of all these cables laying loose around me, I bought these magnetic hooks for my most used cables to hang under my desk. It was an 11/10 decision and an easy way to keep my used cables within reach.
I mostly use this to improve the quality of my video calls, but I also once used it to record some gameplay on my Xbox in a pinch. It's a simple way to stream any video right to your computer, and it comes in handy a lot!
I got this wireless charging stand years ago, but it's still compatible with all Pixel devices for the hands-free assistant and slideshow features. It also works for standby mode on iOS. The charging puck is a little high for most wireless earbuds, though. Either way, it's cheap and looks clean, and I love it. There are many cheap ones on eBay, too.
I can't believe I spent $50 on this, but I love its look! And since you can't take the money with you when you go, why not?
It's small, powerful, and has multiple ports--you really can't ask for more.
My former coworker but now full-time friend, Vjeran, sent me this for my birthday last year, and I LOVE it. It is small and sleek, with an admittedly slow built-in SD card reader that has come in handy in a pinch. It also makes a perfect gift for anyone who uses SD cards.
If you own lenses, you should own these.
This is my go-to bag for holding cables and hard drives. And although I wish it were slightly larger, it looks nice, feels premium, and acts as a fanny pack via the hooks around the back when I need one in a pinch.
My favorite way to carry my camera for easy access. As with all Peak Design products, shop the companies used section first.
Ok! That is all the little things I can think of for now. Your turn!
-b
Comments
Justin Bennett-Cohen
Just want to say how much I love these BTS journals. I write a lot on Medium and I see a lot of myself in you. Loved all the everyday tech recommendations, and I can't believe it's already been a month since this video was published
Cory Zanoni
That pen holder is so good. I need something like that. Most of my EDC stuff is analogue. I rotate between 3 fountain pens: a Travellers Company one, a Lamy Safari, and a Kaweco Sport. They all write well and legit make handwriting much more delightful. My go-to journal: a Travellers Company journal with a few of their inserts (1 calendar one, 2 grids, 1 kraft paper). Tech wise, it’s an iPhone Mini 13, an iPad Pro, and I’ve just started using my partners Mac Mini. I have an M2 MacBook Air from work, which is nice. I have a Canon M100 for casual photography but I want to upgrade at some point. Just gotta save up and trrry to justify the cost.
