Professionals often find themselves traveling for work, with little time to think about how they could make those trips run more smoothly. From items that weigh luggage to those that keep important devices fully charged, here are some of the most innovative gadgets for business travelers. Knomo Knomad MiniKnomo is known for making highly functional, yet stylish bags designed to hold laptops, tablets and a host of other tech devices. In keeping with the London-based company’s traditions, the Knomo Knomad Mini is a multi-functional, yet style-packed holder for the iPad Mini or any 8-inch tablet. The Knomad Mini is also designed to hold your smartphone, credit cards, identification, passports, and even spare change. In addition, the case has convenient straps to hold essentials like ink pens and flash drives. The Knomo Knomad Mini case is available in a striking orange color, along with more subdued brown and black versions - all made with high-quality coated cotton canvas, genuine leather trim, and brass hardware. Each case comes with a unique code that will enable someone to look you up online and return the case should you ever misplace it or accidentally leave it behind. The Knomad Mini can be purchased online at www.knomobags.com and retails for $60. HooToo TripMate Elite Wireless Travel RouterFor business travelers that rely on an internet connection to get work done and communicate with clients or colleagues, dealing with public Wi-Fi instability or worse, lack of connectivity, can be extremely frustrating. The HooToo TripMate Elite Travel Router serves as a versatile wireless router that can be used practically anywhere. In the event that the hotel where you're staying only allows one device to be connected, the HooToo TripMate Elite Travel Router instantly gives you more connectivity. Of special concern to business users, this travel router can also bridge existing networks, allowing you to create a secure network of your own. The HooToo TripMate Elite Travel Router includes a built-in flash drive as well as two USB ports for simultaneous charging of mobile phones and tablets with a powerful 6000mAh power source. The HooToo TripMate Elite Travel Router retails for $21 and is available via www.hootoo.com. iWalk Scorpion Ultra Slim Power Bank with Built-In CablesKeeping up with multiple cords can be challenging for those who travel frequently, and it is easy to forget or lose your power cords. The iWalk Scorpion 8000 Slim Power Bank with Built-in Cables solves this issue with an included built-in USB cable that can charge most popular smartphones and tablets. The device can also charge less-popular devices thanks to a micro USB cable and a Lightning cable. The Scorpion Power bank is lightweight, making it the perfect all-in-one solution for charging. Additionally, the Scorpion Power bank can charge a device multiple times before the unit itself needs to be recharged itself. The iWalk Scorpion Ultra Slim Power Bank With Built-In Cables can be purchased on www.amazon.com and retails for $36. Bluesmart LuggageLuggage has long been neglected when it comes to technology. Most travelers just seek luggage that is durable enough to withstand rough handling and multiple trips, never thinking about how their luggage could perform smarter. Bluesmart Luggage has found a way to integrate technology into luggage, decreasing the instances of lost bags, expensive over-weight fees, and fear that someone other than airport officials can access your bags’ contents. Bluesmart bags allow owners to remotely lock their suitcases from their smartphones, charge devices while waiting, and check the weight of a suitcase before you reach the ticket counter. GPS technology is also integrated thanks to a SIM card, allowing users to track the whereabouts of their suitcases. Bluesmart offers two models, the Bluesmart One and the Bluesmart Black edition. The latter comes with standard features as well as premium fabric and 360 degree rotating wheels. To top it off, Bluesmart products are backed by a guarantee that allows customers to return the product for any reason within 100 days of purchase. Pricing starts at $450, and Bluesmart luggage can be purchased at www.bluesmart.com. Bose QuietComfort 35 Wireless HeadphonesTraveling in comfort is especially important to business travelers, who find themselves traveling much more frequently than leisure travelers. A long-time favorite of business travelers, Bose QuietComfort 35 Wireless Headphones continue to deliver superior sound quality, unmatched noise cancellation, and a commitment to comfort. These headphones have been especially praised for their ability to integrate Bluetooth with noise cancellation without compromising sound quality – a feature not always present in Bluetooth headphones. The Bose QuietComfort 35 Wireless Headphones can be used for up to 20 hours unwired or up to 40 hours when wired. They are also very lightweight, making them perfect for long trips. Bose QuietComfort Wireless Headphones can be purchased at www.bose.com and retail for $350. Whether it's a long-time crowd favorite like Bose QuietComfort Headphones or an innovative newcomer to the market like Bluesmart Luggage, all of the products here are designed to make your travels as seamless as possible. The features of each item make them useful not only for business trips, but also for vacations. 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AuthorBruce Eaton is the president and chief executive officer of i2 Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a hit discovery and lead optimization technology provider serving clients in the pharmaceutical industry. Categories
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