Going somewhere this holiday? If you are hitting the beach or hiking up mountains, it is best to pack light and bring only the essentials. Siti Syameen Md Khalili suggests 10 packable and portable gadgets and gizmos that will not weigh you down
Amazon Kindle Fire (WiFi)
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Amazon Kindle Fire (WiFi)
1 While waiting for the bus or flight, Amazon’s latest e-reader with 7-inch in-plane switching display, can give you books, music, games, apps and more of Internet browsing to kill time. Available at www.youbeli.com.my for RM849.
1 While waiting for the bus or flight, Amazon’s latest e-reader with 7-inch in-plane switching display, can give you books, music, games, apps and more of Internet browsing to kill time. Available at www.youbeli.com.my for RM849.
Samsung Galaxy Note
2 This 5.3-inch device comes with Super AMOLED screen features Android 2.3 Gingerbread OS, 1.4GHz Dual Core Processor, 8-megapixel camera and a slew of features for surfing, working and multimedia handling. Its A-GPS feature will also keep you from getting lost in your holiday destination. Priced at RM2,299, details at www.samsung.com.my.
2 This 5.3-inch device comes with Super AMOLED screen features Android 2.3 Gingerbread OS, 1.4GHz Dual Core Processor, 8-megapixel camera and a slew of features for surfing, working and multimedia handling. Its A-GPS feature will also keep you from getting lost in your holiday destination. Priced at RM2,299, details at www.samsung.com.my.
XTG Solar Charger
3 Running out of juice in the middle of a tour? This mobile charger can help, as its 1500 mAH Li-poly battery can charge phones, personal players and other portable devices via USB connectivity. In dark, switch on its twistable built-in LED flashlight. Priced at US$27.99 (RM89.20) at www.amazon.com.
3 Running out of juice in the middle of a tour? This mobile charger can help, as its 1500 mAH Li-poly battery can charge phones, personal players and other portable devices via USB connectivity. In dark, switch on its twistable built-in LED flashlight. Priced at US$27.99 (RM89.20) at www.amazon.com.
Sony Alpha NEX-5ND/W
4 This compact system camera is equipped with 16.1-megapixel Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor combined with SEL1855 or SEL16F28 Lens (white) deliver great shots and AVCHD Full HD movie recording. The two-lens package is priced at RM2,999. Details at store.sony.com.my.
4 This compact system camera is equipped with 16.1-megapixel Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor combined with SEL1855 or SEL16F28 Lens (white) deliver great shots and AVCHD Full HD movie recording. The two-lens package is priced at RM2,999. Details at store.sony.com.my.
EGO Waterproof Sound Case for iPod
5 Works with most iPod models, this waterproof, shockproof and floating device lets you have a bit of music while you’re lounging at the pool or bob around in the calm waters. You can even enjoy music while taking a shower. Priced at RM645 at www.moresales.com.my.
5 Works with most iPod models, this waterproof, shockproof and floating device lets you have a bit of music while you’re lounging at the pool or bob around in the calm waters. You can even enjoy music while taking a shower. Priced at RM645 at www.moresales.com.my.
Garmin Nuvi 2575R
6 Preloaded with Singapore and Malaysia maps, this GPS personal navigation device also packs in an analogue television. Priced at RM1,110, this product is available at www.mygpstalk.com.
6 Preloaded with Singapore and Malaysia maps, this GPS personal navigation device also packs in an analogue television. Priced at RM1,110, this product is available at www.mygpstalk.com.
SunPlug Hiker’s Backpack
7 With padded shoulder strap, back cushion and waist belt for proper lifting, this backpack is your portable solar cell panel with battery box and adapters for charging your devices. Available at www.amazon.com for US$99.99.
7 With padded shoulder strap, back cushion and waist belt for proper lifting, this backpack is your portable solar cell panel with battery box and adapters for charging your devices. Available at www.amazon.com for US$99.99.
Suunto Lumi Wrist-Top Computer Watch
8 Altimeter, barometer, compass, weather indicator, and it is a watch too. This stylish wrist companion is perfect for outdoor activities. Priced at US$349 at www.amazon.com.
8 Altimeter, barometer, compass, weather indicator, and it is a watch too. This stylish wrist companion is perfect for outdoor activities. Priced at US$349 at www.amazon.com.
Seagate GoFlex Satellite
9 If you plan to do work on-the-go along the way or simply need your collection of music or movies with you, the 500GB GoFlex Satellite external hard disk drive can help you access and stream your files by connecting with your WiFi capable tablet or smartphone. The drive comes with internal battery so you need not have to plug it into a computer or power outlet to use it.
9 If you plan to do work on-the-go along the way or simply need your collection of music or movies with you, the 500GB GoFlex Satellite external hard disk drive can help you access and stream your files by connecting with your WiFi capable tablet or smartphone. The drive comes with internal battery so you need not have to plug it into a computer or power outlet to use it.
Panasonic Portable
Blu-ray DMP-B200 player
10 Offering 8.9-inch SVGA screen, this portable HDMI-ready Blu-ray player, fits in your luggage as well as your car (DC adapter included). Also accepts SD, SDHC and SDXC memory card, this RM1,499 model is available via direct.panasonic.com.my
Blu-ray DMP-B200 player
10 Offering 8.9-inch SVGA screen, this portable HDMI-ready Blu-ray player, fits in your luggage as well as your car (DC adapter included). Also accepts SD, SDHC and SDXC memory card, this RM1,499 model is available via direct.panasonic.com.my
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