Digital Nomad’s Guide to Hardware

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Xebec Tri-Screen 2

The hardware I get asked about most often, as it looks cool, is super helpful, and easy to travel with. But you may need a new and powerful computer to run it, as it can burn out an older laptop’s fan (I speak from experience).

Also, it doesn’t come with a screen protector or case, so I cut a piece of cardboard out the size of a screen and just slip it behind the Xebec’s strap (not visible in the pic), which does the trick. I transport it in this laptop case.

(Photo: Xebec)

Jabra Talk 45

My Beats Flex aren’t great for calls, so I got this affordable and highly-portable bluetooth headset. It works well, connects to phones on a dime, and has a long battery life.

Admittedly though, it’s not loud enough to overcome much background noise, and my first one broke (they shipped a free replacement). But it’s still the most functional headset I’ve used.

(Photo: Jabra)

Nimble CHAMP Pro

Portable powerbanks are essential for nomads on the move, and this one’s impressed me since I got it recently. Not only is it sleek and compact, but it boasts a generous charging capacity for phones and even laptops.

I also appreciate the company's commitment to sustainability: the powerbank's shell is made from recycled plastic.

(Photo: Nimble)

My Passport Ultra

If you’re not backing up your computer to an external hard drive regularly, that’s practically negligence at this point.

This was another recent purchase I like, as it’s compact, connects well with USB-C, and comes in 1-5TB options.

(Photo: Western Digital)

Moft

I got this vegan leather Moft laptop sleeve that turns into a stand, as well as a Moft wallet+stand for my iPhone, at SXSW 2023.

I absolute love both and find them unbelievably functional.

(Photo: Moft)

A.R.C. Accessories Organizer

The key to successful digital nomading, in my opinion, is being relatively organized. And a cable case can help.

Now, admittedly, I actually have this cable case. But I bought it under the impression it was a local item. Nope. It’s some made-in-china thing a bunch of folks are selling on Etsy. So I don’t want to recommend it.

This Incase one looks better (at least the company has pledged 1% for the Planet). But whatever cable case you get, they’re great to have.

(Photo: Incase)