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thinking backwards...
thinking backwards...
I think alot about the gear I used and bring into my life everyday.
If something has made it to this list, it is a product that I endorse to others.
However, in John Siracusa fashion "Nothing is so perfect that it can't be complained about".
| Item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Logitech MX Master 3S | Bought this for ergomonics. Fell in love with the thumb button. I have it programmed to take screenshots. |
| Apple Wired Keyboard w/ Numpad | Been using this since college. Wouldn't mind a wireless keyboards, but the new versions only due single device for bluetooth |
| SharpWriter Mechnical Pencil | Favorite mechcanical pencil, mostly for the eraser |
| AirPods Pro | 1st Gen - Would like an upgrade to 2nd Gen USB-C |
| Jabra Engage 65 Mono | Headset for work meeting. Device state is sync with teams. I can wear it all day and not get tired. |
| Apple TV 4K | I've tried all the streaming devices. Apple TV is the best. Pricey, but no ads, fast, and reliable. |
| Synology 1515+ | My trusty, reliable NAS (Network Attached Storage). Owned since 2016. |
| HD Homerun Extend | This, combined with Plex give me Antenna TV DVR and viewing across my network. |
| Ubiquiti Dream Machine SE | Rack mountable, POE, Combine this with an AP below and you'll be set for WiFi |
| Ubiquiti U6 In-Wall AP | Mount directly over a standard wall box for great simple AP (accces point) mounting. |
| Nintendo Switch | High Definition Mario Kart - enough said |
| Lutron Caseta Light Switches | Pricey, but extremely reliable and Homekit compatible. Replace your switches with smart ones. It's still easier to flip a switch than talk to a lady in the tube. |
| HomePod mini | Decent Price, decent audio |
| Tom Bihn Synik 30 | The best backpack. I probably bought 4 different backpack before I got the courage to pay this price. Best pockets and organization for me. |
| Tom Bihn Small Travel Tray | Permanently in by backpack. Holds my dedicated cables and chargers for my backpack. I use it as a mini night stand when traveling. |
| Anker 733 Power Bank | Best travel charger. Battery and plug directly in the wall to charger. Able to charge laptop, phone and anything else. |
| Leatherman Wave | Favorite Multi-tool. Usually not the best tool for any job but, it's the tool you have. |
| Item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Target Bed Sheets | Always get bedsheets with deep pockets |
| Yeti Tumbler | Dishwasher safe, great for hot coffee or a dock side cocktail |
| Item | Platform | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Share X | Windows | Screenshot Tool |
| AutoHotKey | Windows | Quick Automation Tool |
| 1Password | All | Password Management |