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diff --git a/web/blog/posts/best-tools.md b/web/blog/posts/best-tools.md deleted file mode 100644 index e4bad8f4cd07..000000000000 --- a/web/blog/posts/best-tools.md +++ /dev/null @@ -1,160 +0,0 @@ -In the spirit of various other "Which X do you use?"-pages I thought it would be -fun to have a little post 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 --> - ---------- - -# 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 I have used in recent years is the [iPhone SE][se]. It was the -*last* phone that had a reasonable size (up to 4") *and* a 3.5mm headphone jack. - -Unfortunately, it runs iOS. Despite owning a whole bunch of SEs, I have finally -moved on to an Android phone that is only moderately larger (still by an -annoying amount), but does at least have a headphone jack: The [Samsung Galaxy -S10e][s10e]. - -It has pretty good hardware and I can almost reach 70% of the screen, which is -better than other phones out there right now. Unfortunately it runs Samsung's -impossible-to-remove bloatware on top of Android, but that is still less -annoying to use than iOS. - -QUESTION: 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 -[s10e]: https://www.phonearena.com/phones/Samsung-Galaxy-S10e_id11114 - -# 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 |