all the products I use AND RECOMMEND
HARDWARE
Apple Macbook Pro - 15-inch with Retina display
Apple iPad Air 2 - with Retina display and 16 GB of storage.
Apple iPhone 7 Plus - My policy is to always upgrade to the biggest, newest iPhone.
Nomad Pod Pro - for Apple Watch and iPhone; 6000 mAh battery pack with an all-purpose USB port.
Plantronics BackBeat Fit Bluetooth Headphones - waterproof and blue.
Logitech C930e Webcam - USB 2.0 1920 x 1080.
Ring Video Doorbell - doorbell- and motion-triggered wide-angle video instantly uploaded to the cloud.
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Recording Audio Interface - USB connection and interface for Heil PR-40 microphone.
Twelve South PlugBug World Adapter - MacBook global power adapter + 2.1 amp iPhone/iPad charger.
JOTO 2 outlet surge protector - Incredibly reliable, fast and safe surge protection.
Microsoft Universal Mobile Keyboard - for iPad, iPhone, Android devices, and Windows tablets.
LG Nexus 5X - unlocked Google Android smartphone, black, 32 GB (works with Project Fi).
DODO Case for iPad Air 2 - charcoal with camera port.
Apple Watch 42mm - Space Grey Aluminum Case/Black Band
Shure MV88 iOS Digital Stereo Condenser Microphone - with separate free app.
Amazon Echo - voice-controlled virtual assistant appliance.
Heil PR-40 Dynamic Studio Microphone - with padded case.
LOOP BEST World Travel Adapter - with dual USB chargers (blue).
Nomad Ultra Rugged Battery Cable - it's got a built-in battery pack!
SOFTWARE
Opinion - by far the easiest-to-use iOS podcasting app (which I use for Mike Elgan Radio).
Google Translate for iOS - for both signs and words.
SERVICES
Google Fi - flexible international phone calls and data with a Nexus phone.
Skype - calls and messaging, especially for podcast interviews.
Squarespace - for this site.
AirBnB - the go-to site for booking accommodations anywhere.
CLOTHING
Tilley Endurables TH5 Hemp Hat - with secret pocket (mocha).
Foster Grant Microvision Reading Glasses - with carrying case
Ray-Ban Folding Aviator Sunglasses - with carrying case.
TRAVEL
ProTactic 450 Backpack - designed for photographers, but great for nomads.
Instant Immersion Heater - portable water boiler.
Osprey Meridian Wheeled Luggage - 28-Inch/75 Liter, metal grey with detachable day pack.
Nomad Carabiner for iPhone - Holds your stuff and charges your phone!
Nomad Carabiner for Android - Holds your stuff and charges your phone!
Gentlemen's Hardware Kitchen Multi-Tool - Everything you need for an Airbnb kitchen (except the cutting board)
Sparkfun S.H.O.V.E.L. - Titanium spork with a serrated knife, a bottle cap opener, and six feet of red paracord
Stanley Classic One Hand Vacuum Mug - The AeroPress Coffee Maker fits in the top, the bottom fits in a car cup holder
Aerobie AeroPress Coffee Maker - with tote bag, scoop, funnel and filters.
Canon EOS 7D Mark II - digital SLR camera.
Swiss Army Jetsetter 3 Pocket Knife - It's TSA approved for carrying on flights!
Bar10der Bartending Tool - This portable device gives you everything you need for opening bottles and tending bar.
Würkin Stiffs Silicone "D-Bag" Doppel Bag - It's a durable, cleanable toiletry bag made out of silicon!
Gerber Freescape Camp Kitchen Kit - Two good kitchen knives in a briefcase with integrated cutting board and sharpener.
World's Smallest Corkscrew - It hangs on your keyring and is smaller than any key.
RediTape - Regular duct tape, but in a light, flat, pocketsize form.