Today is National Techies Day—the holiday launched in 1999 by Techies.com and CNET to shine that bright light on hardware-obsessed geeks everywhere. In the words of Steve Jobs, "Here's to the crazy ones. The misfits. The rebels. The troublemakers. The round pegs in the square holes." Below, Opening Ceremony's tech buyer shares five gadgets that are not only useful and life-saving, but s-l-e-e-k and fun to use.
1. Master & Dynamic MH40 Over-Ear Headphones
I have a giant head so I generally stray away from headphones and opt for earphones, but Master & Dynamic's Over-Ear Headphones are my exception. Beautifully made, the MH40s all-metal body not only feels and looks great, but really offers that solid build quality you rarely see with other plastic options. The sound profile is great too—never too bass-y, and it's been awesome listening to viral marketing champ Aphex Twin's new album, Syro, on it.
2. Leica C Camera
This camera is definitely an eye-catcher. Cameras are always function first, but no one has really done a great form and function quite like Leica, a company that has been at it for 100+ years. Don't let its iconic look fool you, the C Camera is a modern digital camera with Wi-Fi built in to allow for remote control—not just to take a photo, but full manual control of iso, aperture, and zoom.
3. Roolen Breath Humidifier
Winter is coming and so is dry skin. Avoid it with Roolen's smart humidifier. You might not be able to control your hissing radiator from keeping your room extra toasty, but with Roolen's humidifier you can at least prevent that dry throat in the morning. Unlike your hotter-than-the-sun radiator, Roolen knows when your room has reached its optimal humidity level. Trust me on this, a humidifier will change your life in the winter.
4. Fujifilm Instax Share Printer
Ever wish there was an easy way to print photos on your phone? Instantly? Wirelessly? At the park? With no reception? Well Fujifilm listened and came up with the Instax Share, which creates a Wi-Fi hotspot that allows up to six devices to connect and print on mini-instax film.
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1. Master & Dynamic MH40 Over-Ear Headphones
I have a giant head so I generally stray away from headphones and opt for earphones, but Master & Dynamic's Over-Ear Headphones are my exception. Beautifully made, the MH40s all-metal body not only feels and looks great, but really offers that solid build quality you rarely see with other plastic options. The sound profile is great too—never too bass-y, and it's been awesome listening to viral marketing champ Aphex Twin's new album, Syro, on it.
2. Leica C Camera
This camera is definitely an eye-catcher. Cameras are always function first, but no one has really done a great form and function quite like Leica, a company that has been at it for 100+ years. Don't let its iconic look fool you, the C Camera is a modern digital camera with Wi-Fi built in to allow for remote control—not just to take a photo, but full manual control of iso, aperture, and zoom.
3. Roolen Breath Humidifier
Winter is coming and so is dry skin. Avoid it with Roolen's smart humidifier. You might not be able to control your hissing radiator from keeping your room extra toasty, but with Roolen's humidifier you can at least prevent that dry throat in the morning. Unlike your hotter-than-the-sun radiator, Roolen knows when your room has reached its optimal humidity level. Trust me on this, a humidifier will change your life in the winter.
4. Fujifilm Instax Share Printer
Ever wish there was an easy way to print photos on your phone? Instantly? Wirelessly? At the park? With no reception? Well Fujifilm listened and came up with the Instax Share, which creates a Wi-Fi hotspot that allows up to six devices to connect and print on mini-instax film.
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