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Travel season is here, and as vacationers pack bags and prepare itineraries, there are a few tech gadgets that have hit the scene just in time to amp up flying, driving, and cruising experiences. Whether traveling locally or hitting up a global destination, it’s no secret that the digital age has transformed the way we move from A to B. What once started as a smartphone or tablet tucked into a carry-on has now evolved into cutting-edge travel gadgets that are becoming more portable by the minute – not to mention, they each serve a purpose that help jet setters stay more organized, productive and entertained.
With a keen eye on consumer technology trends and new product releases, our Lede TV team sourced tech tools that do everything from silence background noise to keep your luggage safe.
Here are 10 items to add to your travel bag this bustling season, and all throughout the year.
1. DJI’s OM 5 Smartphone Gimbal Stabilizer: Ensure every vacation photo is just right with the OM 5 by DJI. This palm-sized gadget is perfect for on the go and will make blurry pictures and awkward-angled selfies a thing of the past. With a built-in extension rod and DJI Stabilization technology, videos and photos are flawlessly smooth. Even with larger smartphones and bumpy terrain (perfect for hiking and sightseeing), its three powerful motors make sure your phone stays in place, and algorithms ensure that the OM 5 adapts to your movements during filming, so even the quickest moves will be caught on camera.
2. Yogasleep Rohm Travel Sound Machine: Are you tired of not getting a good night’s sleep while on vacation? The Rohm Travel Sound Machine blocks out noise so you can sleep like a baby no matter where you are. It’s USB rechargeable and portable, weighing in at 3.8 ounces, making it the perfect gadget for your travel bag. Also, it comes with a lanyard to make it easy to hang wherever you slumber. And with three sound options of Bright White Noise, Deep White Noise, and Gentle Surf, you can stay awake for life’s adventures by getting uninterrupted sleep at your home away from home.
3. Solis Wifi Hotspot: Traveling without WiFi? There’s no time for that. With the Solis WiFi Hotspot you can snag global portable WiFi in over 135 countries without a SIM card or complicated configurations. Having access to this private, secure WiFi connection makes checking emails, streaming videos and keeping in touch with friends and family while away from home a cinch! Connect up to 10 devices and charge up while you’re at it with its 4700 mAh power bank.
4. Minipresso GR by Wacaco: Travel mornings shouldn’t be compromised by weak coffee. Wake up on vacation with the fresh caffeinated taste you love with Minipresso GR. This portable espresso machine is compact and lightweight and works with any coffee roast for up to 50 ml of delicious espresso on the go. It even comes with an embedded cup so you can sip your beverage immediately after preparing it. Throw this item in your bag to perk up any trip!
5. Bose Frames Audio Sunglasses: Sunglasses might seem like an old school staple to pack for vacation, but the Audio Sunglasses by Bose are both a fashion statement and a super cool tech gadget. With mini Bose speakers hidden in the temples of the frames, you can immerse in rich sound while walking through the airport or touring the Grand Canyon. With open-ear audio, you’ll remain aware of your surroundings – like those important flight announcements or wildlife rustling nearby on your hike – but still enjoy music all while shielding the sun.
6. Ember Temperature Control Travel Mug: Now there’s a way to keep your coffee perfectly hot while on the go. The Ember Temperature Control Travel Mug is every globetrotter’s best friend. Set an exact drinking temperature and keep it that way for up to three hours. This mug is great for airport commutes, road trips and simple everyday use where you’re never in one spot for too long. With the option to increase or decrease the temperature while in use, an auto sleep function and the ability to set the temperature right on the mug or in the app, this is truly the smartest mug around.
7. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II: Cancel the noise anywhere you travel with the QuietComfort Earbuds by Bose. With futuristic tech of CustomTune Technology, these earbuds auto-adjust to your ears’ desire. Taking the features up another level, these buds learn your ear canal’s specific shape by sending out a chime that bounces back to the built-in microphones, creating a performance that uniquely fits you. Forget noisy airplanes and loud city streets – it’s time to pack the buds that cancel out noise and produce pristine sound. We don’t know about you, but this is music to our ears!
8. Apple AirTag: It won’t matter what amazing gadgets you pack if you end up losing your luggage. With Apple AirTag, you can easily keep track of your luggage and other items, such as your keys, wallet or purse, and track them within the Find My app. And if you’re not searching for something that’s too far away, you can play a sound through the Find My app and follow the noise to the item.
9. Nimble CHAMP Portable Charger: With a suitcase packed with the latest tech tools, it’s crucial to have a portable, reliable charger on hand. The CHAMP Portable Charger by Nimble is small but mighty. With a 10,000 mAh battery providing up to three days of power, you’ll have plenty of fuel to keep your vacation running full speed ahead. Also, we should mention it charges up to 80% in just 30 minutes and powers two devices simultaneously, all while being kind to the environment with its 72.5% post-consumer plastic. Oh, and it’s packaged in recycled paper. This gadget is eco-friendly and powerful.
10. Kindle Paperwhite: What better way to pass travel time than with a good book? Instead of packing bulky hardcover reads in your carry-on bag, check out the 11th edition 2022 Kindle Paperwhite with a larger, high-resolution display. The warm lighting is adjustable and easy on the eyes, and the responsive page-turning is the most futuristic way to dive into any reading experience. The base model can hold about 3,000 e-books, so bookworms can cozy up anywhere across the globe for a good read.
As travelers continue to hit the roads and airways for adventures of a lifetime, these top travel gadgets are a must-pack. Enhance your photos for stunning keepsakes, get WiFi anywhere across the globe, cancel out travel noise, keep your coffee at the perfect temperature on the go, and immerse yourself in the latest technology for the ultimate vacation experience. No matter where your destination may be, these tech tools will certainly charge your trip.
Learn more about the most impressive consumer technology gadgets and trends through interviews, demos and guides curated by our experienced Lede TV team, the media company of award-winning digital marketing, content and PR agency Bolt PR.
