Balanzza Ergo Digital Luggage Scale
Realizing that your luggage is overweight after arriving at the check-in counter can be both stressful and costly. But with Balanzza’s Ergo digital luggage scale, travelers can start their journey knowing exactly how much their suitcases weigh. The Ergo’s sleek, ergonomic shape makes it easy to grip. Users lift the scale and luggage together with one hand and see the weight on the screen, which is located on the upper side of the scale. The device includes two AAA batteries, and is available in black and green. At just 6.5 inches by 2.5 inches, and weighing half-a-pound, the Balanzza Ergo is easily portable and can easily be brought along on your travels.
US$24.95
Tumi Graffiti Luggage
It’s not hard to spot Tumi’s new limited edition suitcases among the usual mass of black and brown bags on airport carousels. Designed with the striking aesthetics of New York graffiti artist John “Crash” Matos on the outside, the suitcases’ inner lining is also decorated with one of four working drawings created by the artist. Tumi is only selling 1,000 units of each wheeled case, available in two carry-on and two standard suitcase sizes. If you have a fetish for aesthetic co-ordination, look out for the matching iPhone4 case, too.
US$450-600
Spark Solar Voltaic Tablet Charger
If you live in fear of your iPad battery dying at inopportune moments, get your hands on the Spark Solar Voltaic Tablet Charger. Doubling as a bag and charger, it uses monocrystalline cells to provide one hour of video playback for every hour in direct sunlight. In addition, the device’s internal battery allows for one complete battery charge. The Spark Solar comes with high-power and standard USB ports, and a cable that’s compatible with the iPad, Blackberry Playbook, T-Mobile G-Slate, Samsung Galaxy tab, and most other tablet computers and handheld devices. Available in silver and black, the Spark Solar is made from a durable and waterproof recycled fabric.
US$299
Eye-Fi Wireless Memory Card
Avoid the disappointment of losing all your photos (or running out of memory) with this handy SD card that also has wireless capabilities. The Eye-Fi allows users to send photos directly to a computer or website as long as they are within range of a WiFi network. The Eye-Fi, which goes directly into a camera’s memory card slot, can be configured with up to 32 wireless networks. The card – available with 4GB or 8GB of storage – is compatible with thousands of major camera models, and can connect to a range of social networking and photo-sharing websites.
US$49.99-99.99
Olympus TG-810 Waterproof Camera
If you’re heading off on an adventure holiday this year, the TG-810 from Olympus may be a perfect travel companion. The latest release from the brand’s Tough line, the 14-megapixel camera can withstand nearly anything: It is waterproof up to 33 feet, freeze-proof down to -10 degrees Celsius, and its crushproof, three-inch LCD display can take up to 22 pounds of pressure. In terms of picture quality, the TG-810 takes stunning 3D photos, and weighs in at just 215 grams to help lighten your luggage load. In addition, it offers GPS functionality, so you can record exactly where each photo was taken and plot your snaps on an online map.
US$399.99