MEGABOOM 3
Bluetooth speakers have quickly become
a must-have for many travelers, and this
model from Ultimate Ears boasts a full
IP67 waterproofing rating for safe use by
the pool or on the
beach. The manu-
facturer claims you
can fully submerge
the speaker in water
with no ill effects, but
you’ll probably have
more fun listening to
its top-notch audio
above water. Choose
from blue, red or
black models, and
download the accom-
panying app for easy
controls. $199.99.
ultimateears.comFITBIT IONIC
Best known for its advanced fit-
ness trackers, Fitbit also makes an
impressive smartwatch. The Ionic
can track a variety of different
workouts thanks to a selection
of algorithms, as well as offering
best-in-class GPS performance
and more than four days of
battery life. Combining the best
fitness tracking features with a
well-designed smart-
watch means Fitbit
is on to a winner.
$269.95
fitbit.comPRO-JECT JUKE BOX E
Add a touch of classic sophistication to
your home stereo system with this all-in-
one turntable from Pro-Ject. Connect it
to a pair of speakers and make yourself a
complete audio system with vinyl playback
and Bluetooth connectivity so you can play
tunes from your other devices. If you want
to play records without getting caught up
in a super-complicated hi-fi setup with
separate amplifiers, the Juke Box E makes
a great choice. $499.
project-audio.comLIFEPACK
Business travel often involves taking valuable
gadgets along for the ride, as well as some secu-
rity worries. Solgaard came up with an anti-theft
backpack for great peace of mind. The Lifepack
features an anti-theft lock, secret pockets for vital
documents and
a drop-proof
laptop compart-
ment, as well as a
solar charger and
battery pack so
you will never run
out of juice. Plus,
it’s water-resistant,
so you won’t have
to worry about
damaging your
stuff if you get
caught in the
rain. $179.
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