Backing up our data is increasingly important as much of what we do is digital these days. Many people use the Google Drive suite because it’s easy, accessible, and syncs across multiple platforms. Go ahead, back up your whole computer.
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Quickstand – this stand fits in your wallet
Mostly we use our mobile devices in a handheld fashion but sometimes we need to set it down to get things done. Or because we’re watching a movie and who wants to hold your tablet that long? Nobody, that’s who. Check out the Quickstand, the stand that fits in your wallet.
Read MoreForaday – plan your whole day with this app
Sometimes you just have to slide your one extra thing in your very normal day so just tossing a reminder on the calendar is enough. Some days are way more involved and need more in-depth planning. Foraday lets you plan your entire day.
Read MoreMiracle Cube Timer – you can’t really cheat with this simple timer
Timers are handy cooking and productivity gadgets. Sure most of us of us have them on our phones and kitchen gadgets but one divorced from other technology and free to move around the home is pretty useful. The Miracle Cube Timer is a neat, easy to use timer for all your needs.
Read MorePaper Saver – recycle old printer paper with this clever notebook
Even though things have gone greatly digital in our lives, we still use our printers for a lot of things and most of those things are one sided only leaving us with a lot of paper waste that can be used again. The Paper Saver is a fun little idea that can make use of all your cast papers.
Read MoreOri – small room, no problem
Urban living spaces tend to be small and expensive. If you live in the city, you can’t exactly beat the high costs by parking a mini-house somewhere (you really can’t, there are laws). So you’ve got to make do with what you have. The Ori is a living system that makes small spaces seem bigger.
Read MoreZenScreen – a second screen perfect for on the go workers
One of the upsides of working on a laptop is that you can take it anywhere. One of the downsides is that unless you want you want to drag heavy equipment around, you’re pretty much restricted to a single screen. The ZenScreen is a lightweight screen that solves this problem.
Read MoreDash Wand – like magic, food will appear on your doorstep (in a day or two)
Earlier in the week we showed you a concept for a mobile food market. Amazon isn’t waiting for that technology to be ready to take over our lives. Instead, check out the Dash Wand, the scanner that pairs with Amazon Fresh to deliver your food to your door.
Read MoreMoby Mart – this grocery store comes to you
I hate going to the grocery store, worst part of adulting to be honest. It would be great if the store at least came to me. I mean, meet me halfway with this! My dream my someday be a reality with Moby Mart, the market that comes to you.
Read MoreWacom Clipboard – upgrade filling out forms
We live in a digital world but you still have to fill out the vast majority of forms with standard pen and ink on paper. These forms then must be scanned in. The Wacom Clipboard lets you skip that step in the process and scans as you write.
Read MoreShapr – the networking app
Networking is one of those things you have to do to get further in the world. It’s how you find out about opportunities and make connections that will help you build your empire. Or just land your next gig. Big and small goals alike. Not sure where to start? Check the Shapr app, the tinder for networking.
Read MoreSpace – tell your app addiction “It’s not you, it’s me”
Do you check your smartphone a lot? Sometimes pick it up when there’s not even a notification “just to see?” You’re not alone, lots of people are finding that they are checking their phones an awful lot these days. If you want to break the habit, check out Space, the app gives you a bit of pause.
Read MoreRefugee Aid App – get help when you need it
When you are in a vulnerable situation the extra stress of locating and accessing aid can be overwhelming. With limited resources for searching as well as simply not knowing where to start, many migrants and refugees find themselves adrift in an overwhelming system. The Refugee Aid App is a free service that helps connect them with services to help.
Read MoreGentlewasher – hand wash a better way
Sometimes the piece of clothing you really want to wear, the one that would be perfect for the day is sitting in a pile of dirty laundry. It’s a waste of water to throw it in the machine so you resort to hand-washing in the sink. There’s a better way with the Gentlewasher, the small load washer that runs on crank power.
Read MoreJamboard – get everyone’s ideas down on this update for the whiteboard
Whiteboards are the chosen collaborative board for group projects because they’re large and you can constantly change them but they’re not really optimized for digital lifestyles. The answer to that is the Jamboard, the tech answer to the whiteboard.
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