5 Travel tips, a giveaway, and reviews
Tech Things #10
As a frequent traveller, I always look for ways to minimise the stuff I pack, and pay attention to gadgets that make my life convenient. I’m no stranger to the OneAdaptr brand; I began using their multi-plugs 8 years ago, and it’s now my go-to. It allows me to charge up to 6 devices at once and carries the highest global safety certifications. It keeps the temperature, voltage, current, etc regulated, and it has fuse protection. If you want what’s best for your devices, like me, take a look at their range.
I was sent the new OneWorld135 for testing, which now supports two 100W USB-C slots for power heavy laptops (i.e. MacBook Pro). The kind folks at OneAdaptr threw in another two universal plugs: the OneWorld135 and the compact OneWorld30.
If you’re a traveller and want to put yourself into the random draw, just comment on this post and let me know what’s your favourite/most unique city you’ve been to and why. One entry per person, open to anyone living in South Africa.
Giveaway closes on Monday, 30 October at midnight. Winner will be announced in the comments section on Tuesday, 31 October at midday. If the link above does not work, open the newsletter on your browser or use the Substack app to comment.
While we’re talking travel, here are my top 5 travel tips:
Use compression packing cubes to fit more into your bags 🎒.
Pop an AirTag (or SmartTag) in your luggage for accurate tracking ⚪️.
Pack leather sneakers for cities with sporadic rain 👟.
Carry gum for take-off and landing to equalise ear pressure 🍬.
Keep Andolex throat spray in your bags because people 😷.
In case you missed the big news last week, we now have official confirmation that Amazon is launching in South Africa. We all know and love (sometimes hate?) Takealot, but any competition is a win for the consumer. If you’re a business owner reading this, you can sign up to the platform here:
For those of you who want to read my iPhone 15 Pro review recently published on News24/City Press, I go into overheating issues, the updated cameras + bugs, video editing, and ultimately, if you should upgrade/want value for money:
https://www.news24.com/citypress/trending/review-getting-hands-on-with-apples-iphone-15-pro-20231023
If you’re based in Gauteng and want to get your driver’s licence done efficiently, look no further than the Waterfall RTMC branch in Joburg North. Syllable in the City had the opportunity to renew her licence a few days ago, and shares a mini review + the most up-to-date info to get it done. Dare I say I’m looking forward to renewing my driver’s licence in the next few months! Read more here:
Other reads you may want to catch up on
The struggle for rugby access in South Africa:
https://www.recharged.co.za/rugby-access-in-sa/MTN introduces Fibre to the Home:
https://www.recharged.co.za/mtn-introduces-ftth/Under Armour launches a shopping app:
https://www.recharged.co.za/under-armour-launches-app/
Till next week,
Nafisa
1. Madinah - the peace I feel there is unmatched. No matter where I go, my heart remains here.
2. Seydisfjordur in Iceland - stunning scenery and the most quaint little town with matchbox houses and buildings. Took us less than 30 minutes to walk through the town, including a library, school, cinema, playground and indoor pool. Was just too cute.
Sarajevo was a beautiful city, filled with history and contrast. Shades of Istanbul and a waking modernity but a strong heartbeat of spirituality in the area