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Handy Waterproof Gadgets That Can Keep Up With Your Active Lifestyle
Looking for tech that works as hard as you? Shop these waterproof gadgets!
By: Eunice Sheene Fulgencio | June 13, 2018
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The advancement of technology in the past decades has been nothing short of phenomenal. We now heavily rely on various gadgets to enable our transportation, communication, livelihoods—basically anything and everything that makes the world go. Technology has succeeded in making living in this age so convenient and enjoyable that the phrase “What a time to be alive!” cannot be any truer.
Just when we think it cannot go any further, there are now waterproof gadgets that can withstand harsh elements. You can use them anywhere, be it during your morning jogs, your outdoor adventures, or even just under a rainy weather. If you’re the type of person who’s on the go whether it rains or shines, here are a few waterproof gadgets for your shopping bucket list.
1. Skechers COMPLEX Digital Watch
The COMPLEX Digital Watch has a warranty of one year for its machine feature.
Image: SKECHERS
Skechers doesn’t just bank on reliable sneakers for business; they also have an array of digital watches for you to choose from. Their COMPLEX Digital Watch has a diameter of 5cm, can function as a stopwatch, an alarm clock, countdown timer, and even a calendar! To top it off, it has a water resistance of up to 100 meters. It also has a stainless steel back cover, a Polyurethane strap, and comes in a striking bright red.
Check out our list of smart watch stores in Metro Manila or browse the Yoorekka Directory.
2. Sony Waterproof and Dustproof Walkman
The gadget was specifically designed to withstand your toughest sport trainings and workouts.
Image: Sony
Sony’s home appliances and cameras have always been top of the line, but their wireless speakers, portable chargers, MP3 players, and other handheld devices also give you more than your money’s worth. One of their waterproof gadgets is the WS410 Walkman® WS Series, which is a world’s away from the bulky Walkman CD players that were so popular decades ago. In this new model, you can choose and transfer your music with a USB 2.0 cord to the device with ease.
Its design can also handle temperatures from negative 5 to 45 degrees Celsius, can withstand sand and dirt, can be used up to two meters underwater for both fresh and saltwater, and has a total memory size of 4 GB or around a thousand songs. The WS410 Walkman® WS Series comes in four colors to choose from: lime green, ivory, blue, and black.
Check out our list of headsets and earphones stores in Metro Manila or browse the Yoorekka Directory.
3. Toby’s Sports’ Fitletic Armband Hydralock
The Fitletic Armband Hydralock is also available online so you don’t have to go to the mall anymore.
Image: Toby’s Sports
Toby’s Sports’ Fitletic Armband Hydralock makes your smartphones water-resistant for when you go in long-distance runs or active outdoor adventures such as kayaking or white-water rafting. It fits large phones like the Iphone 6 Plus and Samsung Galaxy S5, has a waterproof seal with a fold-down closure, and an exterior pocket, which is both made out of Velcro. And the best part is it’s made out of durable waterproof items to ensure your gadget remains dry and protected. It is also important to note that while the product is intended for above-water use, it can also endure underwater contact for brief periods.
4. Garmin Vivofit fitness band
The fitness band also has a red move bar if you have been inactive for an hour.
Image: Chris Sports
The Garmin VivoFit fitness band is the ideal tool to have on you no matter where you go or what you do, because it can keep track of your daily steps, the calories you’ve burned, the distance you’ve travelled, as well as your sleep statistics. This fitness band is your best companion in achieving your fitness goals, because it knows the state your body is in just as well as you do. To add, it also has a battery life that can last for more than a year, is waterproof, and is equipped with an easy-to-read display.
5. JBL Free In-ear Headphones
The JBL Free In-ear Headphones can come in either Black or White.
Image: JBL
The JBL Free In-ear Headphones not only lets you listen to your music during long commutes or regular workouts, but it also lets you take and make calls while on the go. It is compatible with tablets, phones, and even computers, has a continuous playback of up to four hours, and is specifically designed to be splash-proof so you don’t have to worry to use it under any weather.
Whether it’s commuting under bad weather, taking a trip to the beach, or engaging in physical activities that you make you sweat a lot, it’s always reassuring to know that your daily gadgets can get as wet and as wild, and are as resilient as you are.
What waterproof gadget are you dying to get your hands on? Let us know in the comments below!
About Eunice Sheene Fulgencio
Eunice knew that she’d be writing for the rest of her life from a very young age. Naturally introverted, she is selective with how she uses her time and who she spends it with. Has a penchant for sweet treats, sentimental proses, and online personality quizzes. A true-blue INFJ.
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