gadgets our graphic designers are obsessed with
In the ever changing world of technology and gadgets, it’s hard to decide what’s worth the splurge and what isn't. Our designers have rounded up some of their favorite gadgets that they're obsessed with when working through the creative process!
AirPods max
apart from looking like a super cool astronaut, I love these headphones because they make my editing seamless. The noise cancelling feature is AMAZING for working in busy coffee shops and the sound quality is incomparable to my usual AirPods. I've converted four friends and counting to purchase since they've tried mine. IMO worth the splurge! I have them in white. snag now
Leather desk mat
This is a life saver for avoiding the dreaded mouse-roaming-off-the-mouse-pad feeling. This mat covers alllll of the working space on my desk. It has enough room for my laptop, mouse, phone - it even makes a good protective coaster for my morning matcha that doesn't get drank. Mine is the color off-white. get one now
Linen pin board:
This board is perfect for my ever-changing mood board. It even comes with a set of silver pins. Its clean and neutral and makes for a great zoom backdrop! I have it in the color gray linen. start your pinning
Leather chair:
Ellyse and Syd both have this chair (unplanned twinning per usual). It is super comfortable, stylish, and rolls quicker than [insert stupid joke here]. Ellyse has it in camel and Syd has it in cream. get comfy while working
USB adapter
muchhhh needed for all the different plug ins on a newer Mac. This makes is simple to plug in multiple chargers, standard usbs, hdmi cords, and more. if you don't already have one, buy it now!
ipad + apple pencil
the dynamic duo for all doodle projects, my apple pencil makes it so easy to create drawings and illustrations to add to our projects. ENC tip: Adobe Fresco has a vector brush that makes it super easy to create artwork that's ready for print! purchase the duo here
External hard drive:
whether you have one too many files, your laptop dies unexpectedly, or your laptop gets stolen (cough cough lanya), having your files stored on an external hard drive is key to make sure you have a back up plan when the unexpected happens. back it up!
At the end of the day a creative mind and a laptop are usually all you "need" as a graphic designer, but we hope sharing some of our favorite gadgets as designers can help others out there decide on what's really worth buying!