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-tazjin's best tools
-===================
-
-In the spirit of various other "Which X do you use?"-pages I thought it would be
-fun to have a little document here that describes which tools I've found to work
-well for myself.
-
-When I say "tools" here, it's not about software - it's about real, physical
-tools!
-
-If something goes on this list that's because I think it's seriously a
-best-in-class type of product.
-
-<!-- markdown-toc start - Don't edit this section. Run M-x markdown-toc-refresh-toc -->
-- [Media & Tech](#media--tech)
-    - [Keyboard](#keyboard)
-    - [Speakers](#speakers)
-    - [Headphones](#headphones)
-        - [Earphones](#earphones)
-    - [Phone](#phone)
-- [Other stuff](#other-stuff)
-    - [Toothbrush](#toothbrush)
-    - [Shavers](#shavers)
-    - [Shoulder bag](#shoulder-bag)
-    - [Wallet](#wallet)
-<!-- markdown-toc end -->
-
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-
-# Media & Tech
-
-## Keyboard
-
-The best keyboard that money will buy you at the moment is the [Kinesis
-Advantage][advantage]. There's a variety of contoured & similarly shaped
-keyboards on the market, but the Kinesis is the only one I've tried that has
-properly implemented the keywell concept.
-
-I struggle with RSI issues and the Kinesis actually makes it possible for me to
-type for longer periods of time, which always leads to extra discomfort on
-laptop keyboards and such.
-
-Honestly, the Kinesis is probably the best piece of equipment on this entire
-list. I own several of them and there will probably be more in the future. They
-last forever and your wrists will thank you in the future, even if you do not
-suffer from RSI yet.
-
-[advantage]: https://kinesis-ergo.com/shop/advantage2/
-
-## Speakers
-
-The speakers that I've hooked up to my audio setup (including both record player
-& Chromecast / TV) are the [Teufel Motiv 2][motiv-2]. I've had these for over a
-decade and they're incredibly good, but unfortunately Teufel no longer makes
-them.
-
-It's possible to grab a pair on eBay occasionally, so keep an eye out if you're
-interested!
-
-[motiv-2]: https://www.teufelaudio.com/uk/pc/motiv-2-p167.html
-
-## Headphones
-
-I use the [Bose QC35][qc35] (note: link goes to a newer generation than the one
-I own) for their outstanding noise cancelling functionality and decent sound.
-
-When I first bought them I didn't expect them to end up on this list as the
-firmware had issues that made them only barely usable, but Bose has managed to
-iron these problems out over time.
-
-I avoid using Bluetooth when outside and fortunately the QC35 come with an
-optional cable that you can plug into any good old 3.5mm jack.
-
-[qc35]: https://www.bose.co.uk/en_gb/products/headphones/over_ear_headphones/quietcomfort-35-wireless-ii.html
-
-### Earphones
-
-Actually, to follow up on the above - most of the time I'm not using (over-ear)
-headphones, but (in-ear) earphones - specifically the (**wired!!!**) [Apple
-EarPods][earpods].
-
-Apple will probably stop selling these soon because they've gotten into the
-habit of cancelling all of their good products, so I have a stash of these
-around. You will usually find no fewer than 3-4 of them lying around in my
-flat.
-
-[earpods]: https://www.apple.com/uk/shop/product/MNHF2ZM/A/earpods-with-35mm-headphone-plug
-
-## Phone
-
-The best phone that's on the market at the moment is the [iPhone SE][se]. It's
-as far as I am aware the *only* phone that has a reasonable size (up to 4")
-*and* a 3.5mm headphone jack.
-
-These two are the make-it-or-break-it requirements for me. Despite iOS being an
-annoying system to use there is nothing better available at the moment.
-
-This is the only item on this list for which I am actively seeking a
-replacement, so if you have any tips about new phones that might fit these
-criteria that I've missed please let me know.
-
-[se]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IPhone_SE
-
-# Other stuff
-
-## Toothbrush
-
-The [Philips Sonicare][sonicare] (note: link goes to a newer generation than
-mine) is excellent and well worth its money.
-
-I've had it for a few years and whereas I occasionally had minor teeth issues
-before, they seem to be mostly gone now. According to my dentist the state of my
-teeth is now usually pretty good and I draw a direct correlation back to this
-thing.
-
-The newer generations come with flashy features like apps and probably more
-LEDs, but I suspect that those can just be ignored.
-
-[sonicare]: https://www.philips.co.uk/c-m-pe/electric-toothbrushes
-
-## Shavers
-
-The [Philipps SensoTouch 3D][sensotouch] is excellent. Super-comfortable close
-face shave in no time and leaves absolutely no mess around, as far as I can
-tell! I've had this for ~5 years and it's not showing any signs of aging yet.
-
-Another bonus is that its battery time is effectively infinite. I've never had
-to worry when bringing it on a longer trip!
-
-[sensotouch]: https://www.philips.co.uk/c-p/1250X_40/norelco-sensotouch-3d-wet-and-dry-electric-razor-with-precision-trimmer
-
-## Shoulder bag
-
-When I moved to London I wanted to stop using backpacks most of the time, as
-those are just annoying to deal with when commuting on the tube.
-
-To work around this I wanted a good shoulder bag with a vertical format (to save
-space), but it turned out that there's very few of those around that reach any
-kind of quality standard.
-
-The one I settled on is the [Waterfield Muzetto][muzetto] leather bag. It's one
-of those things that comes with a bit of a price tag attached, but it's well
-worth it!
-
-[muzetto]: https://www.sfbags.com/collections/shoulder-messenger-bags/products/muzetto-leather-bag
-
-## Wallet
-
-My wallet is the [Bellroy Slim Sleeve][slim-sleeve]. I don't carry cash unless
-I'm attending an event in Germany and this wallet fits that lifestyle perfectly.
-
-It's near indestructible, looks great, is very slim and fits a ton of cards,
-business cards, receipts and whatever else you want to be lugging around with
-you!
-
-[slim-sleeve]: https://bellroy.com/products/slim-sleeve-wallet/default/charcoal