Before your favorite graduate takes on the real world, why not equip them with some tech to help them make the most out of it? Jason Strong with AT&T joined us on Wisconsin Tonight with a few ideas.
Waterproof Speaker – Consider getting them in school colors!
Ultimate Ears (UE) Speakers
UE is a new waterproof lifestyle brand of Bluetooth speakers that transforms the way people experience music.
• 360-degree wireless Bluetooth speaker projects sound in all directions.
• Rugged design meant for a life of adventure.
• Waterproof sound goes where the party goes. If it gets too dirty, rinse it off and start again.
The UE app includes features like Double Up and Block Party.
Virtual reality just got real
Samsung Gear VR
The next generation of Samsung Gear VR, powered by Oculus, has been upgraded with new and improved features that drop you right into the action.
Introducing the Samsung Gear VR, powered by Oculus, delivering true 360° virtual reality that will take you places in a way you never imagined. With new and improved features, there are amazing new things to do in Gear VR, including hundreds of games, apps, and experiences. Key features include:
• Compatibility
• Comfortable design
• Milk VR content delivery
Tile – For keys – help your new grad keep track of all the overwhelming aspects of the “real world”Tile:
This is a small Bluetooth tracker that helps you find anything – from your keys and phones to luggage and dogs! Your keys can help you find your phone. And you can also log into your account from anybody else’s phone to locate your items. It’s easy to use. Also works on property like bikes and cars. $25 (Also have a 4-pack for $70)
Tile
Tile is another unique personalization item that helps you find your everyday possessions.
• Ring your things: If your Tile is within the 100-foot Bluetooth range, it will play a loud tune until you find it.
• Ring your phone: Press any one of your Tiles to make your lost phone ring - even if it is on silent.
• See where you had it last: The tile app automatically records the last time and place it saw your Tile.
Ask others to help: Expand your search using all Tile apps in our community. This feature is 100% private, so no one knows you are looking for a lost item but you.
Fitbit Blaze
Fitbit Blaze is a new, high end iteration of the already successful Fitbit line of activity trackers.
• SmartTrack automatically recognizes and records all activities and exercise.
• Five day battery life.
• PurePulse Heart Rate technology.
• Connected GPS with your phone to map your routes and see exercise stats on the go.
• On-Screen workouts with FitStar Auto Sleep Tracking.
• Water Resistant: sweat, rain, and splash proof.
• Smart notifications let you stay connected to every text, call, and calendar events.
Logging includes a barcode scanner, quick calorie estimator, and meal shortcuts.
