Julie’s Favorite Gear

by Julie on December 21, 2008

Hey folks, here’s my ever evolving listing of the gear (and other favorite things) that I use on a daily basis. Each category has been sorted in order of usage. The most used item is on top. I’m also posting regular gadget diary posts where I talk about the gadgets I’m using and adventures I’m having on any particular day.

Phone and Related Accessories:

Samsung Galaxy S3 Android Smartphone – I switched to this phone from the iPhone 4S. The announcement of the iPhone 5 really bored me, so I decided to hop back to Android for awhile. Loving the SGS3 so far.

Computers and Accessories:

13″ Macbook Air – This is my one and only computer that I use for everything from gadgeteer work, couch surfing and travelling. I love this little laptop. The battery life is outstanding!

Apple iPad (3rd generation, White, Wifi/4G 64GB) – I don’t use my iPad as much now that that I have the Macbook Air, but I still enjoy using it for playing games and other apps.

Logitech V470 Bluetooth Cordless Laser Mouse – I use this with my Macbook Air.

Other Office Equipment:

Epson Artisan 800 All-in-One Printer
Audioengine A5 Speakers

Cameras and Related Gear:

Canon G11, 430EX II speed light, ST-E2 wireless flash remote – This is the setup that I use for all my Gadgeteer review pics.

Eye-Fi Wireless SD Card – If you take a lot of pix and don’t have one of these yet, get it now. Trust me!

Audio / Video Home Theater Gear:

Samsung 55″ LED TV
Samsung Blu-ray DVD player with WiFi
Onkyo TX-SR608 AV Receiver
DirecTV HD DVR

Boxee Box – I use this mainly for streaming downloaded video that is stored on my iMac to a big screen TV in another room, and an occasional movie rental through Vudu and Netflix.

Dropcam Echo – I keep an eye on my house with this remote Wifi camera.

Urbanear Medis Earbuds – Current favorite earbuds. I hate in-ear style buds, and have found these to be the most comfy so far.

Miscellaneous Devices:

Moshi Voice Control Digital Clock Radio – Even though it doesn’t always recognize my voice commands to set alarms, I still use it daily.

Miscellaneous Gear:

GoSmart STYLUS – So far the best capacitive stylus I’ve tried for both writing and drawing.

ANicelyDone Stylus Handpad – Cushioned pad that allows you to rest your entire palm on the tablet’s display while drawing/writing.

Sensu Artist Brush Stylus – Looks and feels like a traditional paint brush.

Sunshine Products USA Mini Pen - I keep this one clipped to a zipper pull in my gear bag.

Uniball Jetstream - My favorite ink pens.

Intelli IMT-500 Chromatic Tuner – My favorite clip-on tuner for my ukuleles and guitars.

Flashlights:

ICON Link Flashlight – This is my current quick grab flashlight.

Coast LED Lenser LED Lantern (TT7105CP) – I grab this one whenever our power goes out at home. It’s still using the original batteries!

Huntlight FT-A3 – I keep this one in my gear bag.

Gear Bags, Pouches, Cases, Wallets and other items of holding:

Timbuk2 Custom Laptop Messenger Bag – I prefer traditional messenger style bags and this one is roomy and looks great.

Quiver Moleskine Pen Holder – So far, my favorite way to keep a pen with my journal.

Waterfield Wallet – I’ve been using this same wallet every day for over 6 years and it still looks new.

Waterfield Cableguy Pouches – My favorite way to organize the stuff in my gear bag.

Waterfield Muzetto – My weekend shopping / travel bag.

Timbuk2 X-Small Classic Messenger Bag - I use this one when I need to carry more gear than the Waterfield Muzetto will carry, but not enough to fill the Laptop Messenger.

Col. Littleton No. 5 iPad Pocket – My current favorite iPad sleeve.

Col. Littleton Front Pocket Wallet – My current favorite minimalist / travel wallet when I don’t want to carry a bag or have a jacket with pockets.

Digital Innovations Nest Earbud Protector – Nifty little silicone earbuds storage thingy.

FREEKey – Great keychain split ring

Other Geek Gear

SCOTTEVEST Chloe Hoodie

Sprira Odyssey Running Shoes – Most comfortable sneakers I’ve ever worn!

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