Travel Gadgets at the Sochi Olympics 2014

Travel Gadgets at the Sochi Olympics 2014

Starter Gun

It starts of all of the races during the Winter as well as Summer Olympics. While it sounds simple enough, a gun shot that goes off to signal for athletes to get going, it is no longer a simple device. When a revolver went off in the past, the sound traveled to the ears of the closest runner a fraction of a second sooner than the others. That's just enough to make a difference between a winner and a runner-up. Now, this gun is electronic and is hooked up to the speakers next to each athlete. This way the sound reaches each competitor at exactly the same time.
There's also an ulterior reason for its look. In a post-September 11th world, a gun on its way to a major event is going to raise more than a few TSA eyebrows, even if it's a realistic-looking fake. Rather than deal with that, the e-gun can be transported while still maintaining the general look of a starting gun.

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Earphones and Music Playes

We see athletes sporting earbuds and getting pumped up with music before every race. And some, like the snowboarders, even wear them during their performance.


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Tablets

Athletes can use tablets to view videos and info on their competition, review recording of their training, chat with their family and friends, as well as just enjoy the entertainment. Spectators can follow the stats for their favorite Olympians and keep an eye on performances they might not be attending.

Smartphone
Between various apps and other features on the phones the spectators and athletes use their phones to listen to music, keep in touch, be social, view videos, and much more
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Binoculars

There is a lot happening during the Olympic competition. Most of the action happens away from the grand stands. Even if you have great seats for an event, the performers might be moving away from you or not yet in view. You can get closer to the action or be the first to see them with a good pair of binoculars

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Review: Case Logic 13" & 15" Laptop Attaché

Case Logic 13" & 15" Laptop Attaché Review
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This week I got to test drive the Laptop Attache from Case Logic. This case fits laptops between 13" and 15". My HP Pavilion 15" laptop fit into the case snugly.
The look of the case is futuristic, as someone who saw me carrying it said, 'looks sci-fi'. I definitely like the look. It feels nice too. The outside is made out of Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA) Foam which is sturdy yet soft to touch. Though I did notice that it scuffs rather easily and is bendable when some pressure is applied. So I would not recommend putting the case with computer inside through too many dings.
Inside, the case has space for the laptop with a strap to hold it securely in place while traveling as well as additional storage compartment for mouse, cords, other peripherals and docs.

Attaché has built-in handles unlike similar type of cases and a padded shoulder strap for easy transport. It was comfortable to hold and carry on the shoulder. The shoulder strap latches are on either side of the zipper. While that is great for balance when carrying the case on your shoulder, it makes it for an awkward opening of the case once placed on the lap.
The case is thin and relatively compact which makes it good to carry on its own or it can be placed inside a large suitcase without the laptop getting squished.

Once a laptop is placed inside the case, it can remain there when in use as well. The case provides an even surface on your lap to get some work done while en route and keeps the computer off of you. Though take care to note where the fan in on your laptop as the case might block the exhaust area of the fan and trap in the heat. The case does have airflow channels at the bottom portion to prevent overheating for most laptops.
At just over 2 lb in weight, the case is a bit heavier than most of the same size (dimensions 3 x 16 x 13 inches).

Why good to have on a trip:
Security Strap
Padded Shoulder Strap
Padded Handle
Divider Panel and Accessory Pocket that can hold:
pens
documents
iPad
cable
accessories
tablet
business cards
calculator
and more

Case Logic Carrying Case (Attaché) for MacBook Pro




Disclaimer: I was sent Laptop Attaché by Case Logic to review and was compensated for my time to write this post. All opinions expressed are my own and not influenced in any way.

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