About Artyom
Artyom Leydiker has been interested in technology for as long as he can remember. Now more than ever, technology has become a domineering force — both in our individual everyday lives and in global shifts toward change and progress in business, entertainment, education, and much more. Artyom created this blog to share some of the news and trends in technology that inspire him, including but not limited to virtual reality, artificial intelligence, and the rise of blockchain. Check out his blog page for all content, or get started with a few posts below!
The Best Smart Watches in 2019
Apple’s first foray into the smartwatch market with the Apple Watch was largely seen at the time as a stumble. Today we can see it more accurately for what it was: a proof of concept. The tech behind wearables is more sophisticated and affordable than ever before, and manufacturers have mined those early mistakes to learn what works and what doesn’t. Today the smartwatch industry is booming. Here are some of the best wearables in 2019.
Samsung Galaxy
If there’s a single true competitor to Apple in the smartwatch market, it’s Galaxy. They’ve recently spread their wings and detached from Google’s Wear OS in favor of their own operating system, and it bears a refreshingly strong and intuitive interface. The Galaxy is their flagship: a powerful gadget that includes a dedicated app store, a unique rotating bezel navigation system, and a wealth of fitness options.
Fossil Sport
One indication of the rise of smartwatches is the fact that traditional luxury manufacturers are throwing their hats into the ring. Fossil is one of the most prominent, and their Sport is a respectable addition. It may not come to the table with any startling revelations, but it’s a powerful piece of tech that looks good on the wrist and comes packed with all the now standard features of the modern wearable.
Apple Watch 4
Apple’s early forays into the smartwatch market didn’t exactly take the world by storm, but today they’re the name to be beat in the top tier. Their fourth generation watch may be expensive, but it’s also the standard by which all other smartwatches are judged. The slick minimalistic design is copied by countless imitators, and the breadth and depth of its App Store is absolutely unmatched. They’re also leading the pack with innovative features like the first heart rate monitor to be certified by the FDA.
Fitbit Versa
Fitbit’s found its niche and stuck with it, and the results are truly phenomenal. They’re the leading designer around as far as fitness-oriented smartwatches are concerned. The Versa is their entry level model, and despite its low price tag, it comes equipped with practically every health-related feature you could want and an array of exercise tracking modes.
Handy Business Tech Devices
You may think of increasing productivity as finding ways to do more in a shorter amount of time. While that is certainly one aspect of productivity, it can also be a matter of doing less while still accomplishing the same outcomes. Increasing productivity is also a matter of finding ways to pack productive tasks into otherwise “dead” time, such as commuting. Today, there are a number of different tech tools that can help you increase your productivity levels, no matter which route you choose. Here are 5 great tech tools every busy professional needs to help increase productivity.
Omnicharge Omni 20 ($299)
By now most people own a portable charger for charging up phones, tablets and other devices on-the-go. Laptops, however, remain somewhat difficult to charge the same way. The Omnicharge Omni 20, however has a regular A/C outlet built in, so you can charge up your laptop the same way you would your phone. The Omnicharge Omni 20 will charge your iPhone or Samsung phone up to 9 times, or give your MacBook Air a full charge.
Window Mounted Solar Charge
The window mounted solar charger is particularly great for travelers who may not spend enough time on one place to even recharge their chargers. Just stick the window-mounted solar charger’s suction cups to any window and it will give you all the juice you need to keep your electronics charged on demand.
Trello
Trello is a project management app that is great for busy professionals, entrepreneurs and project managers. With Trello, you can manage multiple projects simultaneously and see in a glance exactly where each project stands. If you need to sideline one project for a while and make another a priority, Trello allows you to easily move tasks and even reassign entire projects.
Bose QuietComfort 35 Noise-Canceling Headphones
Noise-canceling headphones are becoming a must for almost any busy professional that needs quiet to think. Today’s open offices are generally a hubbub of quiet whispers, softly burbling phones, electronic buzzing and keyboard clacking that can be highly distracting. Create pristine silence with these comfortable headphones that also happen to deliver a state-of-the-art audio experience if you prefer to listen to music rather than silence.
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