Countdown to Comic-Con 2024: Comic-Con Kit: What’s in My Bag
As an analyst, I’m always exploring the future of work. Yes, even at San Diego Comic-Con. So, I can’t just bring my Starfleet uniform or my S.H.I.E.L.D. garb; I also need to put to work and document what I’m learning from various tech products, some of which I’m still evaluating.
Note: This blog may be updated several times between July 23 and July 24, 2024.
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Technology Item
Apple iPad Air
Commentary and Links
My iPad Pro’s USB-C port recently stopped working. It now charges via a magic keyboard. It’s too heavy to lug around Comic-Con with a keyboard. I bought a gen 5 iPad Air as my hero device on the floor and in sessions.
Amazon link.
PenTips Screen Protector and Apple Pencil Tips
The next generation of PenTips Pen Matte screen protectors have arrived, and I will be using one to protect my iPad Air display and make it more pleasant to take notes during panels. And perhaps I’ll take a few moments between panels to sketch.
Now that PenTips took our advice, all of the tips now come in labeled boxes. Color-enhanced tips include a sticker to differentiate them from their less colorful cousins.
Lenovo X1 Nano Gen 3
The lightweight travel companion that packs an i7 ready to deliver on the road.
Monoprice 12-1 USB-C Hub
Never know what you need to connect to. I don’t mind the dongle when the computer is so light. Works with the Lenovo X1 Nano and the iPad Air.
Targus CitySmart EVA Pro Backpack
A backpack that’s ready to travel. Includes a luggage strap and checkpoint-friendly storage for laptops. The front pockets protect contents, but the front flaps are thin enough to support pins. Perfect as a Con travel companion.
Jabra Elite 10 earbuds
JBL TourPro 2 earbuds
ProtoArc 2-in-1 Hubmouse
Mophie 3-in-1 Travel Charger with MagSafe
JLab Go Keyboard
Zhiyun Smooth 5S AI Smartphone Stabilizer
We will be evaluating this gimbal live on the Con floor.
Amazon link.
(Under evaluation)
Features an AI tracking module for rapid and responsive target tracking without an app. Start/stop object tracking, orthogonal 3-axis structure and 360° unlimited rotation.
Ible Airvida M1 Wearable Ionic Air Purifier
Torras CooliFy 2S
Portable, rechargeable neck refrigeration for those long days on the Hall H or Ballroom 20 beat. (Under evaluation).
Amazon link.
Monoprice Compact 3‑Port 65W GaN Charger
MobyFox Apple Watch Bands
Different day, different genre watch band. Friday starts with Star Trek.
Find them on Amazon.
Casetify Iron Man Phone Case and Iron Man MagSafe Battery
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Apple AirTag with Iron Man AirTag Holder
Apple AirTag link on Amazon.
See the previous row on Casetify to learn more about the cover.
The AirTag goes in the checked bag in case it gets misplaced.
Monoprice 20,000 mAh Power Bank
You can charge anything and everything with this power bank.
Link to monoprice.
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