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The Ultimate Mobile Worker's Kit: A Comprehensive Review

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— 2 min read

Packing the right gear and having the technical nous are key to successfully working on the road. The author, an experienced mobile worker, shares their dream kit of gadgets to keep them wired and working anywhere. From the security leash to safeguard against loss, to the Hewlett-Packard OmniBook 800CT as the perfect notebook PC, this kit is designed for those who need to stay connected and productive while traveling.

Key Takeaways:

  • The author recommends the Kensington security leash to prevent loss of the notebook PC, which costs around $67 and attaches to the notebook through a glue-on clasp.
  • The Kensington computer saddlebag is a light, robust, and waterproof bag that can be carried in various ways, providing excellent protection and mobility, with a price tag of around $119.
  • The Hewlett-Packard OmniBook 800CT is a compact, lightweight notebook PC that weighs 1.7kg, making it ideal for frequent travelers, with a price of over $3000.
  • The 3Com Global PC Card modem 56k is a reliable and fast modem that works quickly and efficiently, requiring only two parts and no complicated connectors, with a price not specified.
  • The Ericsson GH688 is a tough and reliable mobile phone that can withstand rough handling, with reasonable battery life, but the price is not mentioned.
  • Vodafone provides excellent coverage, except for specific locations in Melbourne and Chatswood, where the author experienced connectivity issues.
  • Mobitex modem and Datatac modem are alternative options for remote computer integration and packet data network access, but require serious software integration and specific network configurations.
  • The author's dream kit includes the Hewlett-Packard Omnibook 800CT, docking station, spare battery, Kensington computer saddlebag, portable CD drive, Ericsson GH688 mobile phone, 3Com Global PC Card modem 56k, Ericsson GC25 GSM data card modem, and Ericsson MC16 palmtop.

Statistics:

  • The price of the Kensington security leash is around $67.
  • The price of the Kensington computer saddlebag is around $119.
  • The weight of the Hewlett-Packard OmniBook 800CT is 1.7kg.
  • The price of the Hewlett-Packard OmniBook 800CT is over $3000.
  • The 3Com Global PC Card modem 56k has two parts and no awkward connectors.
  • The Ericsson GH688 battery life is reasonable, but the price is not mentioned.
  • Vodafone provides coverage in most areas, except for underground train platforms in Melbourne and a street corner in Chatswood.

Sources:

  • Robert Banks, photographer
  • Kensington security leash
  • Kensington computer saddlebag
  • Hewlett-Packard OmniBook 800CT
  • 3Com Global PC Card modem 56k
  • Ericsson GH688 mobile phone
  • Vodafone
  • Mobitex modem
  • Datatac modem
  • Ericsson GC25 GSM data card modem
  • Ericsson MC16 palmtop

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