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We had a great session on WFH tips, tricks, and gear on @joinClubhouse. @2shar and I are now calling it #VoxelShow - @OnVoxel
Anyhoo, as promised we noted down all the cool suggestions from the speakers. Here they are, in no particular order. RT and spread the word.
We had a great session on WFH tips, tricks, and gear on @joinClubhouse. @2shar and I are now calling it #VoxelShow - @OnVoxel
Anyhoo, as promised we noted down all the cool suggestions from the speakers. Here they are, in no particular order. RT and spread the word.
One of the most highly recommended apps was @krispHQ's https://krisp.ai .
Apparently, it can cancel background noise in any communication app. And, it works as advertised. I'm going to try it soon.
Apparently, it can cancel background noise in any communication app. And, it works as advertised. I'm going to try it soon.
A desk mat by @daily_objects https://www.dailyobjects.com/turf-vegan-leather-desk-mat-tan
or
Scarters - https://scarters.com/products/deskmate should do the trick if you want to organise your space and make it look good. For the YTbers and Instagrammers, it could be great for flatlays.
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Scarters - https://scarters.com/products/deskmate should do the trick if you want to organise your space and make it look good. For the YTbers and Instagrammers, it could be great for flatlays.
Nested tables: https://www.pepperfry.com/metalico-nesting-table-set-of-3-in-natural-finish-by-bohemiana-1823069.html
If not on Pepperfry, you can also try your local furniture shop.
If not on Pepperfry, you can also try your local furniture shop.
Laptop cushions. I had no clue these things existed. https://www.amazon.in/Decostyle-Memory-Lapdesk-Table-Laptop/dp/B07TPKZK1G/
Not So Shabby Shop on Instagram has some great, creative-looking ideas for WFH problems. For example, this really cool wooden remote/phone organiser.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BrPcgqhnsle/
This is their website: https://www.notsoshabbyshop.com
https://www.instagram.com/p/BrPcgqhnsle/
This is their website: https://www.notsoshabbyshop.com
A foldable laptop table for portability.
I have one of these at home. They solve the purpose but be wary of the sturdiness. https://www.amazon.in/TABLE-MAGIC-Midnight-Adjustable-Multiple/dp/B086394NY5/
Also recommended:
https://www.amazon.in/home%C2%AD ®-Multifunction-Wooden-Foldable-Standard/dp/B0834DLJG5/
I have one of these at home. They solve the purpose but be wary of the sturdiness. https://www.amazon.in/TABLE-MAGIC-Midnight-Adjustable-Multiple/dp/B086394NY5/
Also recommended:
https://www.amazon.in/home%C2%AD ®-Multifunction-Wooden-Foldable-Standard/dp/B0834DLJG5/
BT headphones, of course.
Someone swore by these for Zoom calls. https://www.amazon.in/Logitech-H600-Wireless-Headset-Black/dp/B008QS9DME/
I haven't tried 'em personally, so don't know much.
I would recommend these: https://www.amazon.in/Sennheiser-Gaming-Headphones-Blue-Black/dp/B01KV3BB0S/
Someone swore by these for Zoom calls. https://www.amazon.in/Logitech-H600-Wireless-Headset-Black/dp/B008QS9DME/
I haven't tried 'em personally, so don't know much.
I would recommend these: https://www.amazon.in/Sennheiser-Gaming-Headphones-Blue-Black/dp/B01KV3BB0S/
If you can import from the U.S., Grovemade is a one-stop resource for WFH options.
https://grovemade.com
https://grovemade.com
Everyone suggested the Logitech K380 for the best wireless keyboard solution. Even the @wirecutter agrees. https://www.amazon.in/Logitech-Multi-Device-Wireless-Bluetooth-Keyboard/dp/B0876MVKQC/
Although, I went down a rabbit hole for a mechanical wireless keyboard option and chanced upon the Keychron K2. https://keychron.in
Damn thing is out of stock, else I'd have picked it up immediately. Hey @KeychronMK please make more of these.
Damn thing is out of stock, else I'd have picked it up immediately. Hey @KeychronMK please make more of these.
Chairs:
Ikea Markus - https://www.ikea.com/in/en/p/markus-office-chair-vissle-dark-grey-50261151/
Greensoul Monster Ultimate - https://www.amazon.in/Green-Ultimate-Multi-Functional-Ergonomic-GS-734US/dp/B08DVC69PM/
Amazon Basics - https://www.amazon.in/Amazon-Brand-Solimo-Trance-Office/dp/B08G2CMNZZ/
@HermanMiller Embody (if your daddy is Ambani) - https://www.store.hermanmiller.in/products/chairs-office-chairs-embody/bill-stumpf-and-jeff-weber/embody-chair/pid-11056242.aspx
Else, just head to http://Chairwale.com
Ikea Markus - https://www.ikea.com/in/en/p/markus-office-chair-vissle-dark-grey-50261151/
Greensoul Monster Ultimate - https://www.amazon.in/Green-Ultimate-Multi-Functional-Ergonomic-GS-734US/dp/B08DVC69PM/
Amazon Basics - https://www.amazon.in/Amazon-Brand-Solimo-Trance-Office/dp/B08G2CMNZZ/
@HermanMiller Embody (if your daddy is Ambani) - https://www.store.hermanmiller.in/products/chairs-office-chairs-embody/bill-stumpf-and-jeff-weber/embody-chair/pid-11056242.aspx
Else, just head to http://Chairwale.com
A great PC Monitor Type-C:
LG 27-inch UHD HDR10 Monitor https://www.amazon.in/LG-4K-UHD-Monitor-Display-Freesync/dp/B07PGL2WVS/
LG 27-inch UHD HDR10 Monitor https://www.amazon.in/LG-4K-UHD-Monitor-Display-Freesync/dp/B07PGL2WVS/
Motorised Standing/Sitting Desks:
Ikea - https://www.ikea.com/in/en/p/skarsta-desk-sit-stand-white-s69324813/
Haworth (Super expensive and not available in India but the best of the best of the best) - https://www.haworth.com/na/en/products/height-adjustable/planes-height-adjustable-table.html
Ikea - https://www.ikea.com/in/en/p/skarsta-desk-sit-stand-white-s69324813/
Haworth (Super expensive and not available in India but the best of the best of the best) - https://www.haworth.com/na/en/products/height-adjustable/planes-height-adjustable-table.html
USB Desk Mics for better audio during Zoom:
Maono Cardoid Condenser (Affordable)
https://www.amazon.in/Microphone-MAONO-Condenser-Professional-livestreaming/dp/B07QLQTGQ4/
Blue Yeti (Classic) https://www.amazon.in/Blue-Yeti-USB-Microphone-Midnight/dp/B01LY6Z2M6/
Maono Cardoid Condenser (Affordable)
https://www.amazon.in/Microphone-MAONO-Condenser-Professional-livestreaming/dp/B07QLQTGQ4/
Blue Yeti (Classic) https://www.amazon.in/Blue-Yeti-USB-Microphone-Midnight/dp/B01LY6Z2M6/
Muti device charger:
@Stuffcool GAN charger
https://www.stuffcool.com/collections/best-selling-products/products/stuffcool-napoleon-pd65w-dual-usb-gan-wall-charger-for-macbook-ultrabook-iphones-ipads-tablets-gaming-consoles (I swear by it)
@amxindia XP60 https://www.amazon.in/AMX-XP-60-Delivery-Charger/dp/B07S2CSVVF/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=amx&qid=1612783244&sr=8-1
@Stuffcool GAN charger
https://www.stuffcool.com/collections/best-selling-products/products/stuffcool-napoleon-pd65w-dual-usb-gan-wall-charger-for-macbook-ultrabook-iphones-ipads-tablets-gaming-consoles (I swear by it)
@amxindia XP60 https://www.amazon.in/AMX-XP-60-Delivery-Charger/dp/B07S2CSVVF/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=amx&qid=1612783244&sr=8-1
Live Production and Broadcast Tool:
Atem Mini - https://www.amazon.in/Blackmagic-Design-ATEM-Mini-Switcher/dp/B07XZKRDLB
Atem Mini - https://www.amazon.in/Blackmagic-Design-ATEM-Mini-Switcher/dp/B07XZKRDLB
Wi-Fi Mesh System for multi-room connectivity:
TP-Link Deco E4 - https://www.amazon.in/TP-Link-AC1200-Deco-E4-3-Pack/dp/B07TV5WQ78/
Netgear Orbi
https://www.amazon.in/Netgear-RBK50-100INS-Wi-Fi-System-White/dp/B01K4CZOBS/
I am sure there are better options out for every need. @2shar and @Praval can offer more insights.
TP-Link Deco E4 - https://www.amazon.in/TP-Link-AC1200-Deco-E4-3-Pack/dp/B07TV5WQ78/
Netgear Orbi
https://www.amazon.in/Netgear-RBK50-100INS-Wi-Fi-System-White/dp/B01K4CZOBS/
I am sure there are better options out for every need. @2shar and @Praval can offer more insights.
Router UPS:
Resonate - https://www.amazon.in/Resonate-RouterUPS-CRU12V2-Backup-Router/dp/B017NC2IPM
Cuzor - https://www.amazon.in/Cuzor-Router-Switching-Moisture-Resistant/dp/B07ZKD8T1Q/
Check if your router is compatible, though.
Resonate - https://www.amazon.in/Resonate-RouterUPS-CRU12V2-Backup-Router/dp/B017NC2IPM
Cuzor - https://www.amazon.in/Cuzor-Router-Switching-Moisture-Resistant/dp/B07ZKD8T1Q/
Check if your router is compatible, though.
Best focussing tools and apps:
Focusmate - https://www.focusmate.com @focusmate
Freedom - https://freedom.to
Time Out (Mac) - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/time-out-break-reminders/id402592703?mt=12
Focusmate - https://www.focusmate.com @focusmate
Freedom - https://freedom.to
Time Out (Mac) - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/time-out-break-reminders/id402592703?mt=12
Meditation & time management:
Headspace - https://www.headspace.com
Rescue time - https://www.rescuetime.com
Waking Up (book) - https://www.amazon.in/Waking-Up-Spirituality-Without-Religion/dp/1451636024
Insight Timer - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.spotlightsix.zentimerlite2&hl=en_IN&gl=US
YourDost - https://yourdost.com
Headspace - https://www.headspace.com
Rescue time - https://www.rescuetime.com
Waking Up (book) - https://www.amazon.in/Waking-Up-Spirituality-Without-Religion/dp/1451636024
Insight Timer - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.spotlightsix.zentimerlite2&hl=en_IN&gl=US
YourDost - https://yourdost.com
Motivation music and video:
4 minutes of Morning motivation video -
http://Brain.FM for motivational music.
Buddha's Lounge channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWaZJ2Mu5zjfhZoEEMxs1MQ
4 minutes of Morning motivation video -
http://Brain.FM for motivational music.
Buddha's Lounge channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWaZJ2Mu5zjfhZoEEMxs1MQ
Productivity apps:
http://Beautiful.AI - AI-based presentation maker
Things (To-do List for Mac and iOS) - https://culturedcode.com/things/
Alfred - https://www.alfredapp.com
The Marvellous Suspender - https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/the-marvellous-suspender/noogafoofpebimajpfpamcfhoaifemoa
http://Beautiful.AI - AI-based presentation maker
Things (To-do List for Mac and iOS) - https://culturedcode.com/things/
Alfred - https://www.alfredapp.com
The Marvellous Suspender - https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/the-marvellous-suspender/noogafoofpebimajpfpamcfhoaifemoa
Eye Protection:
F.lux - https://justgetflux.com
Blue Lens filter glasses - https://www.amazon.in/Optify ®-Spectacles-Anti-glare-Computer-Tablet/dp/B08D7T29ZT/
Refresh Tears - https://www.amazon.in/Refresh-Tears-Lubricant-Moisture-bottles/dp/B0041EB492/
F.lux - https://justgetflux.com
Blue Lens filter glasses - https://www.amazon.in/Optify ®-Spectacles-Anti-glare-Computer-Tablet/dp/B08D7T29ZT/
Refresh Tears - https://www.amazon.in/Refresh-Tears-Lubricant-Moisture-bottles/dp/B0041EB492/
