There are all sorts of SATA drives lying around at home that can be used for backups or file storage, but don’t want to mess around with drive docking stations? Buying a simple SATA adapter UGREEN, after which you can easily connect any SATA drive (at least 3.5-inch, at least 2.5-inch) to a PC or laptop via a fast USB 3.0 port. And no docking stations – everything is fast and convenient!
A cheap thing, but very useful: wiping for smartphone/tablet screens. A container with cleaning liquid, equipped with a spray, is placed in a case covered with microfiber, which serves as a napkin for wiping the liquid after spraying.
Multitool “30 in 1”. Pliers, side cutters, knife, mini-saw, bottle opener, scissors, various screwdrivers, file. Steel 440A, also comes with a set of bits and a case.
How many car holders my wife and I went through – a bunch. On glass – uncomfortable, and fall off. On the deflector grille – even worse: they hang out, do not hold well, can break the deflector grille, make it difficult to blow. On the dashboard – the most attractive option, but also all fall off one way or another, and usually this happens at the very moment when it is important for you not to miss the right exit in any case, so as not to wind up a bunch of extra kilometers later.
As a result, the most important thing for us was that it was securely fastened and did not fall off, and it’s just a cradle, an automatic cradle, with wireless charging or something else – it obviously doesn’t matter.
As a result, after numerous experiments, we settled on the holder like this type – with an additional Velcro holder, which relieves the load from the suction cup (Velcro) of the main mount. The thing is universal, it can be quite flexibly adjusted during installation, flexibly adjusted during use, and most importantly, it does not fall off. Q.E.D.
Waterproof lightweight backpack 30-40 liters with two compartments for cycling, short hikes and other activities. Pockets on the straps for small items (smartphone), there are attachments for trekking poles. Chest and waist belts with fastex fasteners evenly distribute the load. The back of the backpack with soft inserts and a mesh cover is well ventilated. Ten color options, there is a complete set with an additional rain cover.
Plaid bedspread in Indian style for a variety of applications at home, in the country and in nature. Five sizes.
Unusual and stylish decanter-aerator for red wine. It will definitely impress your guests. And as a gift looks very good. There is a video of how it all looks and works. I ordered it, it’s cool.
Always needed and helpful 3 in 1 universal charging cable: microUSB, Type-C, Lightning. Length 30 and 120 cm. There are options with a double cable of each type (that is, “4 in 1”): microUSB, Type-C and Lightning. I use this option: there are cables of different colors, it is very easy to distinguish. I have the same one color – they are much less comfortable. 
Inexpensive ergonomic mouse for computers with Windows and Macbooks in the style of Magic Mouse from Apple. Very compact, works via Bluetooth (no need to occupy the USB port of a laptop / PC) is charged via a Type-C port. Several color options, several versions.
Advanced automatic reversible (water stays inside when folded) umbrella with a flashlight rotating at a small angle in the handle. 10 reinforced elastic fiberglass spokes, wind protection, reflective safety strips. Various colors.
Inexpensive wireless full-length Lenovo TH40 headphones with active noise cancellation. 40mm drivers, Bluetooth 5.0, SBC/AAC codecs, 32 ohm impedance, three color options: two black with red and silver accents, one white with silver accents.
I have everything for today. Share what you find interesting in the comments. I remind you of the rule: one user – one device, and it is very desirable that you test this yourself.
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