Laura Castellano
Helpful technology for the long haul
Your accommodations for the next eight hours: a cramped foam chair sandwiched between two cold metal bars, and one lumpy pillow of dubious provenance. You're going to need all the help you can get.
For Tim Winship, publisher of FrequentFlier.com, it's all about location, location, location. "If you're on a ten, 12 or 15 hour flight, the location of the seat is really going to have a lot to do with the quality of the experience. I work to get an aisle seat, which sort of minimizes claustrophobia, and allows you to stretch your legs into the aisle a little bit."
You're also more apt to get up and walk around, adds Dr. Alan Hedge, ergonomics professor at Cornell University. Hedge also recommends a little Rockette action to avoid blood clots: keep the ball of your feet on the ground and bounce your heel up and down to circulate blood back to the heart. "If you can put your iPod on, listen to a good tune and tap away with your feet, that's good," he said...
Helpful technology for the long haul
Your accommodations for the next eight hours: a cramped foam chair sandwiched between two cold metal bars, and one lumpy pillow of dubious provenance. You're going to need all the help you can get.
For Tim Winship, publisher of FrequentFlier.com, it's all about location, location, location. "If you're on a ten, 12 or 15 hour flight, the location of the seat is really going to have a lot to do with the quality of the experience. I work to get an aisle seat, which sort of minimizes claustrophobia, and allows you to stretch your legs into the aisle a little bit."
You're also more apt to get up and walk around, adds Dr. Alan Hedge, ergonomics professor at Cornell University. Hedge also recommends a little Rockette action to avoid blood clots: keep the ball of your feet on the ground and bounce your heel up and down to circulate blood back to the heart. "If you can put your iPod on, listen to a good tune and tap away with your feet, that's good," he said...
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Multimedia Player, Archos 704
This seven-inch color LCD screen is managed by the touch of a finger. Before you take off, download your favorite television shows or movies from a DVR or web site. The 80GB Archos 704 holds up to 100 movies, can store 40,000 songs or 800,000 pictures. When you're waiting for your flight to arrive, check your email or download new movies using the player's WiFi.
$549.99 (80GB)
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Wrinkle Free Clothing, Ex Officio Dryflylite Traveler
Ex Officio sells wrinkle, stain and odor-resistant clothing. Although this company originally specialized in outdoor clothing, their products are perfect for commuters: anti-pilling, moisture wicking and ventilating. The Dryflylite Traveler shirts possess most of these features, plus hidden security pockets and a peach finish (creating a softer, more wrinkle resistant fabric).
$60 (men's and women's)
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Eye Mask, Sound Therapy Eye Mask
This foam and velour mask may look excessive, but it's very effective at excluding unwelcome light and sound. An extra rim on the inside of the mask blocks excess light—a natural way to prevent jet-lag. Plug the eye mask into your MP3 player or listen to white noise by pressing a button near the ear. The mask's sound shuts off automatically after 30 minutes.
$40.00
4
Blanket, Cabin Cuddler
Created by a pilot and his wife, the Cabin Cuddler wraps around the arms and legs separately, which allows room to clasp your seatbelt and move your arms freely to read a book or manage your multimedia device. The lightweight product comes with an inflatable pillow, and it's all packed into a small reversible tote that doubles as a pillowcase.
$34.95
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Back Support, 1st Class Sleeper
Alaska Airlines pilot Bob Duncan fine-tuned his inflatable sleeper pillow during a weekly commute from Anchorage. Although it's rather large when inflated, this back and neck rest folds down to the size of a soda can. It needs only 11 breaths to inflate, but don't blow it up all the way, said Duncan: "When you fall back into it, it should fill in all your nooks and crannies."
$29.95
6
Moisturizer, FlightSpray
This nasal spray created for dehydrated travelers contains turmeric root, spearmint and pure filtered water. The herbal remedy also claims to clear sinuses, protect against sore throat, and relieve congestion. And since it's only one fluid ounce, it's TSA approved for carry-on.
$14.95
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Airplane Charger, Inflight Power
An ingenious solution for a drained battery. Inflight Power uses the random noise from the audio output and somehow converts it to usable energy. Connect your phone, game or music charger to the cable during the flight. The executive bundle includes tips for your blackberry and iPod.
$49.99 (Executive bundle)
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Video Eyewear, myvu
These VR glasses create a virtual big screen experience. Adjust the image and sound with a small control attached to the connecting wire; the glasses allow you to have enough peripheral vision to see when the flight attendant is approaching with your next drink.
$299.95
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Noise Canceling Headphones, theBoom
These noise canceling headphones, initially designed for Wall Street traders, have a comfortable over-the-ear fit, which telecommunications consultant Derek Kerton recommends: "Over-the-ear models are bigger, but they block noises inside the airplane. The noise canceling feature addresses the drone noises, but doesn't address the kids in the seats behind you." An attachable microphone cancels out ambient noise and allows for hands-free communication when you arrive at your destination.
$274.99
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Slippers, USB Warmer Slippers
Keep your feet warm and toasty with these fuzzy slippers that are connected to a USB cable and powered by your laptop. The slippers are heated independently of one another with two levels of warmth operated by a switch near the foot. When the inconsiderate passenger to your right turns on his air full blast, you don't even have to tap him on the shoulder--just turn up the heat.
$33.17
[source: https://www.forbestraveler.com/gadgets-gear/gadgets-for-long-flights-story.html ]
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