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Things I recommend you buy/use, first draft

Last week I was inspired by Robert Wiblin's post ( https://medium.com/@robertwiblin/things-i-recommend-you-buy-and-use-rob-edition-1d7b2ce27d68 ) and decided to publish my own list. Here it is: (I rate the "impact" each has on my life on a 1-5 scale, 5 = highest) Electronics: - iPhone (5): Although my digital life is consolidated around google services (see below), I've always found Android unintuitive and frustrating. While iOS isn't perfect, it's more secure and mostly a pleasure to use, especially when you add other devices and accessories. Overall integration is wonderful. ( Con: not inexpensive) - Airpods (5): Just work. I normally use one earbud at a time and switch ears when battery runs low. Fast charging means always have power. Allows me to podcasts/music while phone is near but not physically with me (eg charging). Especially wonderful around water (eg pool/spa). (Con: easy to lose ... I'm on my 4th set) - Apple Watch (3.5): I purchased ...