Related Stories
- Technology that will make your life easier
- Detoxing the digital way
- The long-distance grandparent survival guide
- Track your health and fitness
- Photography tips for beginners
Most Popular
Notice (8): Undefined variable: most_viewed_stories [APP/views/stories/probus-display.ctp, line 49]Code | Context<?phpecho View::element('probus-stories-list', array('stories'=>$most_viewed_stories, 'mode'=>'most-popular','limit'=>4));$___viewFn = "/home/probus/domains/stagingblueplains/app-public/views/stories/probus-display.ctp" $___dataForView = array( "nextstoryurl" => "/fed24b4f", "publication" => array( "Story" => array(), "Publication" => array(), "Tag" => array(), "Tags" => array() ), "story_tagline" => "", "story" => array( "Story" => array(), "Publication" => array(), "Tag" => array(), "Tags" => array() ), "related_stories" => array( array(), array(), array(), array(), array() ) ) $loadHelpers = true $cached = false $cache = CacheHelper CacheHelper::$__replace = array CacheHelper::$__match = array CacheHelper::$cacheAction = NULL CacheHelper::$helpers = NULL CacheHelper::$base = "" CacheHelper::$webroot = "/" CacheHelper::$theme = NULL CacheHelper::$here = "/9bfbd428/Essential_gadgets_you_need_for_the_summer_holidays_" CacheHelper::$params = array CacheHelper::$action = "display" CacheHelper::$plugin = NULL CacheHelper::$data = NULL CacheHelper::$namedArgs = NULL CacheHelper::$argSeparator = NULL CacheHelper::$validationErrors = NULL CacheHelper::$tags = array CacheHelper::$__tainted = NULL CacheHelper::$__cleaned = NULL $authentication = AuthenticationHelper AuthenticationHelper::$sessionKey = NULL AuthenticationHelper::$helpers = array AuthenticationHelper::$view = View object AuthenticationHelper::$base = "" AuthenticationHelper::$webroot = "/" AuthenticationHelper::$theme = NULL AuthenticationHelper::$here = "/9bfbd428/Essential_gadgets_you_need_for_the_summer_holidays_" AuthenticationHelper::$params = array AuthenticationHelper::$action = "display" AuthenticationHelper::$plugin = NULL AuthenticationHelper::$data = NULL AuthenticationHelper::$namedArgs = NULL AuthenticationHelper::$argSeparator = NULL AuthenticationHelper::$validationErrors = NULL AuthenticationHelper::$tags = array AuthenticationHelper::$__tainted = NULL AuthenticationHelper::$__cleaned = NULL AuthenticationHelper::$Session = SessionHelper object $javascript = JavascriptHelper JavascriptHelper::$useNative = true JavascriptHelper::$enabled = true JavascriptHelper::$safe = false JavascriptHelper::$tags = array JavascriptHelper::$_blockOptions = array JavascriptHelper::$_cachedEvents = array JavascriptHelper::$_cacheEvents = false JavascriptHelper::$_cacheToFile = false JavascriptHelper::$_cacheAll = false JavascriptHelper::$_rules = array JavascriptHelper::$__scriptBuffer = NULL JavascriptHelper::$helpers = NULL JavascriptHelper::$base = "" JavascriptHelper::$webroot = "/" JavascriptHelper::$theme = NULL JavascriptHelper::$here = "/9bfbd428/Essential_gadgets_you_need_for_the_summer_holidays_" JavascriptHelper::$params = array JavascriptHelper::$action = "display" JavascriptHelper::$plugin = NULL JavascriptHelper::$data = NULL JavascriptHelper::$namedArgs = NULL JavascriptHelper::$argSeparator = NULL JavascriptHelper::$validationErrors = NULL JavascriptHelper::$__tainted = NULL JavascriptHelper::$__cleaned = NULL $eHtml = eHtmlHelper eHtmlHelper::$helpers = array eHtmlHelper::$viewVars = array eHtmlHelper::$tags = array eHtmlHelper::$_crumbs = array eHtmlHelper::$__includedScripts = array eHtmlHelper::$_scriptBlockOptions = array eHtmlHelper::$__docTypes = array eHtmlHelper::$base = "" eHtmlHelper::$webroot = "/" eHtmlHelper::$theme = NULL eHtmlHelper::$here = "/9bfbd428/Essential_gadgets_you_need_for_the_summer_holidays_" eHtmlHelper::$params = array eHtmlHelper::$action = "display" eHtmlHelper::$plugin = NULL eHtmlHelper::$data = NULL eHtmlHelper::$namedArgs = NULL eHtmlHelper::$argSeparator = NULL eHtmlHelper::$validationErrors = NULL eHtmlHelper::$__tainted = NULL eHtmlHelper::$__cleaned = NULL eHtmlHelper::$eForm = eFormHelper object eHtmlHelper::$javascript = JavascriptHelper object eHtmlHelper::$Authentication = AuthenticationHelper object $eJavascript = eJavascriptHelper eJavascriptHelper::$helpers = array eJavascriptHelper::$useNative = true eJavascriptHelper::$enabled = true eJavascriptHelper::$safe = false eJavascriptHelper::$tags = array eJavascriptHelper::$_blockOptions = array eJavascriptHelper::$_cachedEvents = array eJavascriptHelper::$_cacheEvents = false eJavascriptHelper::$_cacheToFile = false eJavascriptHelper::$_cacheAll = false eJavascriptHelper::$_rules = array eJavascriptHelper::$__scriptBuffer = NULL eJavascriptHelper::$base = "" eJavascriptHelper::$webroot = "/" eJavascriptHelper::$theme = NULL eJavascriptHelper::$here = "/9bfbd428/Essential_gadgets_you_need_for_the_summer_holidays_" eJavascriptHelper::$params = array eJavascriptHelper::$action = "display" eJavascriptHelper::$plugin = NULL eJavascriptHelper::$data = NULL eJavascriptHelper::$namedArgs = NULL eJavascriptHelper::$argSeparator = NULL eJavascriptHelper::$validationErrors = NULL eJavascriptHelper::$__tainted = NULL eJavascriptHelper::$__cleaned = NULL eJavascriptHelper::$eHtml = eHtmlHelper object $eForm = eFormHelper eFormHelper::$helpers = array eFormHelper::$fieldset = array eFormHelper::$__options = array eFormHelper::$fields = array eFormHelper::$requestType = NULL eFormHelper::$defaultModel = NULL eFormHelper::$_inputDefaults = array eFormHelper::$base = "" eFormHelper::$webroot = "/" eFormHelper::$theme = NULL eFormHelper::$here = "/9bfbd428/Essential_gadgets_you_need_for_the_summer_holidays_" eFormHelper::$params = array eFormHelper::$action = "display" eFormHelper::$plugin = NULL eFormHelper::$data = NULL eFormHelper::$namedArgs = NULL eFormHelper::$argSeparator = NULL eFormHelper::$validationErrors = NULL eFormHelper::$tags = array eFormHelper::$__tainted = NULL eFormHelper::$__cleaned = NULL eFormHelper::$Html = HtmlHelper object $tagCloud = TagCloudHelper TagCloudHelper::$helpers = array TagCloudHelper::$base = "" TagCloudHelper::$webroot = "/" TagCloudHelper::$theme = NULL TagCloudHelper::$here = "/9bfbd428/Essential_gadgets_you_need_for_the_summer_holidays_" TagCloudHelper::$params = array TagCloudHelper::$action = "display" TagCloudHelper::$plugin = NULL TagCloudHelper::$data = NULL TagCloudHelper::$namedArgs = NULL TagCloudHelper::$argSeparator = NULL TagCloudHelper::$validationErrors = NULL TagCloudHelper::$tags = array TagCloudHelper::$__tainted = NULL TagCloudHelper::$__cleaned = NULL TagCloudHelper::$Html = HtmlHelper object $html = HtmlHelper HtmlHelper::$tags = array HtmlHelper::$_crumbs = array HtmlHelper::$__includedScripts = array HtmlHelper::$_scriptBlockOptions = array HtmlHelper::$__docTypes = array HtmlHelper::$helpers = NULL HtmlHelper::$base = "" HtmlHelper::$webroot = "/" HtmlHelper::$theme = NULL HtmlHelper::$here = "/9bfbd428/Essential_gadgets_you_need_for_the_summer_holidays_" HtmlHelper::$params = array HtmlHelper::$action = "display" HtmlHelper::$plugin = NULL HtmlHelper::$data = NULL HtmlHelper::$namedArgs = NULL HtmlHelper::$argSeparator = NULL HtmlHelper::$validationErrors = NULL HtmlHelper::$__tainted = NULL HtmlHelper::$__cleaned = NULL $form = FormHelper FormHelper::$helpers = array FormHelper::$fieldset = array FormHelper::$__options = array FormHelper::$fields = array FormHelper::$requestType = NULL FormHelper::$defaultModel = NULL FormHelper::$_inputDefaults = array FormHelper::$base = "" FormHelper::$webroot = "/" FormHelper::$theme = NULL FormHelper::$here = "/9bfbd428/Essential_gadgets_you_need_for_the_summer_holidays_" FormHelper::$params = array FormHelper::$action = "display" FormHelper::$plugin = NULL FormHelper::$data = NULL FormHelper::$namedArgs = NULL FormHelper::$argSeparator = NULL FormHelper::$validationErrors = NULL FormHelper::$tags = array FormHelper::$__tainted = NULL FormHelper::$__cleaned = NULL FormHelper::$Html = HtmlHelper object $session = SessionHelper SessionHelper::$helpers = array SessionHelper::$__active = true SessionHelper::$valid = false SessionHelper::$error = false SessionHelper::$_userAgent = "8611eabdb1aa7cc20f419da71363daa3" SessionHelper::$path = "/" SessionHelper::$lastError = NULL SessionHelper::$security = "medium" SessionHelper::$time = 1749761670 SessionHelper::$sessionTime = 1749773670 SessionHelper::$cookieLifeTime = false SessionHelper::$watchKeys = array SessionHelper::$id = NULL SessionHelper::$host = NULL SessionHelper::$timeout = NULL SessionHelper::$base = "" SessionHelper::$webroot = "/" SessionHelper::$here = "/9bfbd428/Essential_gadgets_you_need_for_the_summer_holidays_" SessionHelper::$params = array SessionHelper::$action = "display" SessionHelper::$data = NULL SessionHelper::$theme = NULL SessionHelper::$plugin = NULL $nextstoryurl = "/fed24b4f" $publication = array( "Story" => array( "id" => "4051", "publication_id" => "2", "tag_id" => "60", "headline" => "Essential gadgets you need for the summer holidays ", "headline_home" => "Essential gadgets you need for the summer holidays ", "headline_index" => "Essential gadgets you need for the summer holidays ", "meta_keywords" => "", "home_spotlight" => "/probus/files/December_2016/technology/tech_Home.jpg", "home_spotlight_mini" => "/probus/files/December_2016/technology/tech_spotlight.jpg", "home_feature" => "/probus/files/December_2016/technology/tech_index.jpg", "home_tag" => "/probus/files/December_2016/technology/tech_index.jpg", "index_mini" => "/probus/files/December_2016/technology/tech_index.jpg", "index_result" => "/probus/files/December_2016/technology/tech_index.jpg", "gallery" => null, "gallery_captions" => null, "gallery_hide" => "0", "embed_spotlight" => "0", "status" => "0", "published" => "2016-12-13 00:00:00", "byline" => "", "tagline" => null, "intro_short" => "<p>A time to relax and unwind, make your summer that little bit more enjoyable with one of these nifty gadgets.</p>", "intro_long" => "<p>A time to relax and unwind, make your summer that little bit more enjoyable with one of these nifty gadgets.</p>", "body" => "<h2 class="normal"><img src="http://probussouthpacific.org/probus/files/December_2016/technology/tech_insert.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="300" /></h2> <h2 class="normal"><strong>Smart suitcase</strong></h2> <p class="normal">First there were smartphones, and now there is smart luggage. To improve your travel experience, the geniuses behind the luggage company, Bluesmart, have designed suitcases that will help take the stress out of your journey. Combining modern technology and sleek design, the luggage is weather resistant, charges your devices, auto-locks and even features a self-tracker, meaning that your suitcase will never be lost again.</p> <p class="normal"><a href="http://www.bluesmart.com/">bluesmart.com</a></p> <h2 class="normal"><strong>Ebook reader</strong></h2> <p class="normal">Not just a summer essential, an ebook reader allows you to bring your entire book collection with you wherever you go. The new Kindle Paperwhite is comfortable to hold and stores over 1000 books! It also features a backlight with varying degrees of brightness and a single charge can last up to eight weeks. This all-year-round gadget is perfect for overseas travel or quiet time at home.</p> <p class="normal"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Paperwhite-Ereader/dp/B00AWH595M">amazon.com/Kindle-Paperwhite-Ereader/dp/B00AWH595M</a></p> <h2 class="normal"><strong>GoPro HERO5 BLACK</strong></h2> <p class="normal">Document the wonderful memories you’ll make over the holidays with the newest edition to the GoPro family. This high-quality camera offers clear, sharp images for both photos and video recordings. Easy-to-use, you can control it with one simple button or with the voice command feature. </p> <p class="normal"><a href="https://www.jbhifi.com.au/cameras/video-cameras/gopro/gopro-hero5-black-4k-action-video-camera/316300/">jbhifi.com.au/cameras/video-cameras/gopro/gopro-hero5-black-4k-action-video-camera/316300</a></p> <p class="normal"> </p> <h2 class="normal"><strong>Selfie stick</strong></h2> <p class="normal">Getting your hands on a selfie stick will take your photo-capturing skills one step further. Compatible with most cameras and smartphones, you attach your chosen device on one side and manually extend the stick to the length of your choice. Whether you’re at a top tourist attraction or simply at home with your loved ones, this self-sufficient gadget means you’ll no longer have to ask for a stranger’s help to capture that perfect group photo.</p> <p class="normal"><a href="https://selfiestickstore.com.au/">https://selfiestickstore.com.au/</a></p> <h2 class="normal"><strong>Lifeproof phone cases</strong></h2> <p class="normal">Go about your summer adventures worry free with a phone case from Lifeproof. Waterproof and drop proof, the cases will protect your phone from any accidental mishaps, whether it be from an outdoor activity or your grandchildren playing around with it. Available for various brands, the cases come in many designs, which means you can protect your phone without compromising its style.</p> <p class="normal"><a href="http://www.lifeproof.com/en-us/source">lifeproof.com</a></p> <p class="normal"><strong style="font-size: 1.5em;">Filtering water bottle </strong></p> <p class="normal">It may not be the fanciest gadget, but a filtering water bottle will ensure you stay hydrated in the heat and not throw money down the drain. Fill2Pure offer portable products that can purify water up to 99.9999 per cent while you drink, and comes in many designs to suit any member of the family.</p> <p class="normal"><a href="http://www.fill2purefilters.com.au/technology">http://www.fill2purefilters.com.au/technology</a></p> <h2 class="normal"><strong>Ice-cream maker</strong><strong> </strong></h2> <p class="normal">Summer is synonymous with ice-cream, which makes an ice-cream maker the ultimate must-have. A fun activity to enjoy with little ones, having a machine at home will allow you to create your own flavours and tailor the sugar content to suit any dietary requirements. For the health conscious out there, this maker from Cuisinart allows you to make frozen yoghurt too!</p> <p class="normal"><a href="http://www.kitchenwarehouse.com.au/Cuisinart-Ice-Cream-Maker-1-5L-White">http://www.kitchenwarehouse.com.au/Cuisinart-Ice-Cream-Maker-1-5L-White</a></p>", "newsletter_name" => "", "printed" => null, "created" => "2016-12-12 14:18:38", "modified" => "2016-12-12 14:18:38", "url" => "9bfbd428", "short_id" => "9bfbd428", "url_part_2" => "Essential_gadgets_you_need_for_the_summer_holidays_", "total_views" => "770", "intro" => "<h2 class="normal"><img src="http://probussouthpacific.org/probus/files/December_2016/technology/tech_insert.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="300" /></h2> <h2 class="normal"><strong>Smart suitcase</strong></h2> <p class="normal">First there were smartphones, and now there is smart luggage. To improve your travel experience, the geniuses behind the luggage company, Bluesmart, have designed suitcases that will help take the stress out of your journey. Combining modern technology and sleek design, the luggage is weather resistant, charges your devices, auto-locks and even features a self-tracker, meaning that your suitcase will never be lost again.</p>", "publish_sort_date" => "2016-12-13", "_status" => "Offline" ), "Publication" => array( "id" => "2", "name" => "Probus Web", "folder" => "probus", "url" => "staging.probussouthpacific.org", "microsite_cms_url" => "stagingmicrosite.probussouthpacific.org", "meta_keywords" => "", "meta_description" => "", "tag_type_id" => "3", "home_spotlight_count" => "5", "home_spotlight_delay" => "5", "home_feature_count" => "0", "index_spotlight_count" => "3", "search_spotlight_count" => "3", "most_viewed_duration" => "14", "most_tagged_duration" => "14", "list_page_size" => "25", "home_ad1" => "88", "home_ad2" => "89", "home_ad3" => "", "home_ad4" => "", "story_ad1" => "", "story_ad2" => "", "story_ad3" => "", "story_ad4" => "", "button_ad1" => "66", "button_ad2" => "67", "button_ad3" => "", "button_ad4" => "", "button_ad5" => "", "leader_ad" => "", "smtp_port" => "465", "smtp_host" => "smtp.gmail.com", "smtp_username" => "[email protected]", "smtp_password" => "Qwert123$#", "smtp_type" => "ssl", "secure_widget" => "<h3>Quick Links</h3> <p> </p> <p>See <a title="PSPL Mail Outs" href="http://www.probussouthpacific.org/pages/pspl_correspondence">PSPL Mail Outs</a> for copies of letters sent by PSPL for the information of all Probus Club members. </p> <p> </p> <p>Club Management Committees can obtain contact details of Probus clubs by visiting this page. <a href="http://www.probussouthpacific.org/pages/club_directory_lookup">Directory of Probus Clubs</a></p> <p> </p> <p>Access a range of material which can assist you with membership development for your club. <a href="http://www.probussouthpacific.org/pages/club_administration_membership_development">Membership Development Tools</a></p> <p> </p> <p>See PSPL’s latest annual report <a title="Click here." href="http://www.probussouthpacific.org/pages/about_pspl_annual_report">Click here.</a></p> <p> </p> <p>To access exclusive offers, visit the Probus <a href="http://www.probussouthpacific.org/pages/club_administration_member_benefits_scheme">Member Benefits Scheme</a> page.</p> <p> </p> <p><span>If you want copies of reports, accounts templates or nomination forms for office bearers, you’ll find them here. </span><a href="http://www.probussouthpacific.org/pages/club_administration_forms">Forms and Templates</a></p> <p> </p> <p><span>You'll find all your merchandise needs by visiting the </span><a href="http://www.probussouthpacific.org/products/display/">Online Shop</a></p>", "created" => "2012-10-05 22:15:24", "modified" => "2012-10-06 15:18:14" ), "Tag" => array( "id" => "60", "tag_type_id" => "3", "publication_id" => "2", "name" => "Technology", "meta_keywords" => "", "meta_description" => "", "tag_head_image" => "/probus/files/TechnologyEditBlue.jpg", "tag_ad1" => "98", "tag_ad2" => "99", "parent_id" => null, "private" => "0", "priority" => null, "created" => "2012-10-05 22:15:24", "modified" => "2012-11-21 16:23:35" ), "Tags" => array( array() ) ) $story_tagline = "" $story = array( "Story" => array( "id" => "4051", "publication_id" => "2", "tag_id" => "60", "headline" => "Essential gadgets you need for the summer holidays ", "headline_home" => "Essential gadgets you need for the summer holidays ", "headline_index" => "Essential gadgets you need for the summer holidays ", "meta_keywords" => "", "home_spotlight" => "/probus/files/December_2016/technology/tech_Home.jpg", "home_spotlight_mini" => "/probus/files/December_2016/technology/tech_spotlight.jpg", "home_feature" => "/probus/files/December_2016/technology/tech_index.jpg", "home_tag" => "/probus/files/December_2016/technology/tech_index.jpg", "index_mini" => "/probus/files/December_2016/technology/tech_index.jpg", "index_result" => "/probus/files/December_2016/technology/tech_index.jpg", "gallery" => null, "gallery_captions" => null, "gallery_hide" => "0", "embed_spotlight" => "0", "status" => "0", "published" => "2016-12-13 00:00:00", "byline" => "", "tagline" => null, "intro_short" => "<p>A time to relax and unwind, make your summer that little bit more enjoyable with one of these nifty gadgets.</p>", "intro_long" => "<p>A time to relax and unwind, make your summer that little bit more enjoyable with one of these nifty gadgets.</p>", "body" => "<h2 class="normal"><img src="http://probussouthpacific.org/probus/files/December_2016/technology/tech_insert.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="300" /></h2> <h2 class="normal"><strong>Smart suitcase</strong></h2> <p class="normal">First there were smartphones, and now there is smart luggage. To improve your travel experience, the geniuses behind the luggage company, Bluesmart, have designed suitcases that will help take the stress out of your journey. Combining modern technology and sleek design, the luggage is weather resistant, charges your devices, auto-locks and even features a self-tracker, meaning that your suitcase will never be lost again.</p> <p class="normal"><a href="http://www.bluesmart.com/">bluesmart.com</a></p> <h2 class="normal"><strong>Ebook reader</strong></h2> <p class="normal">Not just a summer essential, an ebook reader allows you to bring your entire book collection with you wherever you go. The new Kindle Paperwhite is comfortable to hold and stores over 1000 books! It also features a backlight with varying degrees of brightness and a single charge can last up to eight weeks. This all-year-round gadget is perfect for overseas travel or quiet time at home.</p> <p class="normal"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Paperwhite-Ereader/dp/B00AWH595M">amazon.com/Kindle-Paperwhite-Ereader/dp/B00AWH595M</a></p> <h2 class="normal"><strong>GoPro HERO5 BLACK</strong></h2> <p class="normal">Document the wonderful memories you’ll make over the holidays with the newest edition to the GoPro family. This high-quality camera offers clear, sharp images for both photos and video recordings. Easy-to-use, you can control it with one simple button or with the voice command feature. </p> <p class="normal"><a href="https://www.jbhifi.com.au/cameras/video-cameras/gopro/gopro-hero5-black-4k-action-video-camera/316300/">jbhifi.com.au/cameras/video-cameras/gopro/gopro-hero5-black-4k-action-video-camera/316300</a></p> <p class="normal"> </p> <h2 class="normal"><strong>Selfie stick</strong></h2> <p class="normal">Getting your hands on a selfie stick will take your photo-capturing skills one step further. Compatible with most cameras and smartphones, you attach your chosen device on one side and manually extend the stick to the length of your choice. Whether you’re at a top tourist attraction or simply at home with your loved ones, this self-sufficient gadget means you’ll no longer have to ask for a stranger’s help to capture that perfect group photo.</p> <p class="normal"><a href="https://selfiestickstore.com.au/">https://selfiestickstore.com.au/</a></p> <h2 class="normal"><strong>Lifeproof phone cases</strong></h2> <p class="normal">Go about your summer adventures worry free with a phone case from Lifeproof. Waterproof and drop proof, the cases will protect your phone from any accidental mishaps, whether it be from an outdoor activity or your grandchildren playing around with it. Available for various brands, the cases come in many designs, which means you can protect your phone without compromising its style.</p> <p class="normal"><a href="http://www.lifeproof.com/en-us/source">lifeproof.com</a></p> <p class="normal"><strong style="font-size: 1.5em;">Filtering water bottle </strong></p> <p class="normal">It may not be the fanciest gadget, but a filtering water bottle will ensure you stay hydrated in the heat and not throw money down the drain. Fill2Pure offer portable products that can purify water up to 99.9999 per cent while you drink, and comes in many designs to suit any member of the family.</p> <p class="normal"><a href="http://www.fill2purefilters.com.au/technology">http://www.fill2purefilters.com.au/technology</a></p> <h2 class="normal"><strong>Ice-cream maker</strong><strong> </strong></h2> <p class="normal">Summer is synonymous with ice-cream, which makes an ice-cream maker the ultimate must-have. A fun activity to enjoy with little ones, having a machine at home will allow you to create your own flavours and tailor the sugar content to suit any dietary requirements. For the health conscious out there, this maker from Cuisinart allows you to make frozen yoghurt too!</p> <p class="normal"><a href="http://www.kitchenwarehouse.com.au/Cuisinart-Ice-Cream-Maker-1-5L-White">http://www.kitchenwarehouse.com.au/Cuisinart-Ice-Cream-Maker-1-5L-White</a></p>", "newsletter_name" => "", "printed" => null, "created" => "2016-12-12 14:18:38", "modified" => "2016-12-12 14:18:38", "url" => "9bfbd428", "short_id" => "9bfbd428", "url_part_2" => "Essential_gadgets_you_need_for_the_summer_holidays_", "total_views" => "770", "intro" => "<h2 class="normal"><img src="http://probussouthpacific.org/probus/files/December_2016/technology/tech_insert.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="300" /></h2> <h2 class="normal"><strong>Smart suitcase</strong></h2> <p class="normal">First there were smartphones, and now there is smart luggage. To improve your travel experience, the geniuses behind the luggage company, Bluesmart, have designed suitcases that will help take the stress out of your journey. Combining modern technology and sleek design, the luggage is weather resistant, charges your devices, auto-locks and even features a self-tracker, meaning that your suitcase will never be lost again.</p>", "publish_sort_date" => "2016-12-13", "_status" => "Offline" ), "Publication" => array( "id" => "2", "name" => "Probus Web", "folder" => "probus", "url" => "staging.probussouthpacific.org", "microsite_cms_url" => "stagingmicrosite.probussouthpacific.org", "meta_keywords" => "", "meta_description" => "", "tag_type_id" => "3", "home_spotlight_count" => "5", "home_spotlight_delay" => "5", "home_feature_count" => "0", "index_spotlight_count" => "3", "search_spotlight_count" => "3", "most_viewed_duration" => "14", "most_tagged_duration" => "14", "list_page_size" => "25", "home_ad1" => "88", "home_ad2" => "89", "home_ad3" => "", "home_ad4" => "", "story_ad1" => "", "story_ad2" => "", "story_ad3" => "", "story_ad4" => "", "button_ad1" => "66", "button_ad2" => "67", "button_ad3" => "", "button_ad4" => "", "button_ad5" => "", "leader_ad" => "", "smtp_port" => "465", "smtp_host" => "smtp.gmail.com", "smtp_username" => "[email protected]", "smtp_password" => "Qwert123$#", "smtp_type" => "ssl", "secure_widget" => "<h3>Quick Links</h3> <p> </p> <p>See <a title="PSPL Mail Outs" href="http://www.probussouthpacific.org/pages/pspl_correspondence">PSPL Mail Outs</a> for copies of letters sent by PSPL for the information of all Probus Club members. </p> <p> </p> <p>Club Management Committees can obtain contact details of Probus clubs by visiting this page. <a href="http://www.probussouthpacific.org/pages/club_directory_lookup">Directory of Probus Clubs</a></p> <p> </p> <p>Access a range of material which can assist you with membership development for your club. <a href="http://www.probussouthpacific.org/pages/club_administration_membership_development">Membership Development Tools</a></p> <p> </p> <p>See PSPL’s latest annual report <a title="Click here." href="http://www.probussouthpacific.org/pages/about_pspl_annual_report">Click here.</a></p> <p> </p> <p>To access exclusive offers, visit the Probus <a href="http://www.probussouthpacific.org/pages/club_administration_member_benefits_scheme">Member Benefits Scheme</a> page.</p> <p> </p> <p><span>If you want copies of reports, accounts templates or nomination forms for office bearers, you’ll find them here. </span><a href="http://www.probussouthpacific.org/pages/club_administration_forms">Forms and Templates</a></p> <p> </p> <p><span>You'll find all your merchandise needs by visiting the </span><a href="http://www.probussouthpacific.org/products/display/">Online Shop</a></p>", "created" => "2012-10-05 22:15:24", "modified" => "2012-10-06 15:18:14" ), "Tag" => array( "id" => "60", "tag_type_id" => "3", "publication_id" => "2", "name" => "Technology", "meta_keywords" => "", "meta_description" => "", "tag_head_image" => "/probus/files/TechnologyEditBlue.jpg", "tag_ad1" => "98", "tag_ad2" => "99", "parent_id" => null, "private" => "0", "priority" => null, "created" => "2012-10-05 22:15:24", "modified" => "2012-11-21 16:23:35" ), "Tags" => array( array() ) ) $related_stories = array( array( "Story" => array() ), array( "Story" => array() ), array( "Story" => array() ), array( "Story" => array() ), array( "Story" => array() ) )include - APP/views/stories/probus-display.ctp, line 49 View::_render() - CORE/cake/libs/view/view.php, line 731 View::render() - CORE/cake/libs/view/view.php, line 426 Controller::render() - CORE/cake/libs/controller/controller.php, line 909 AppController::render() - APP/app_controller.php, line 64 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/cake/dispatcher.php, line 207 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/cake/dispatcher.php, line 171 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 83
No stories were found.
Essential gadgets you need for the summer holidays
13 Dec 2016
Smart suitcase
First there were smartphones, and now there is smart luggage. To improve your travel experience, the geniuses behind the luggage company, Bluesmart, have designed suitcases that will help take the stress out of your journey. Combining modern technology and sleek design, the luggage is weather resistant, charges your devices, auto-locks and even features a self-tracker, meaning that your suitcase will never be lost again.
Ebook reader
Not just a summer essential, an ebook reader allows you to bring your entire book collection with you wherever you go. The new Kindle Paperwhite is comfortable to hold and stores over 1000 books! It also features a backlight with varying degrees of brightness and a single charge can last up to eight weeks. This all-year-round gadget is perfect for overseas travel or quiet time at home.
amazon.com/Kindle-Paperwhite-Ereader/dp/B00AWH595M
GoPro HERO5 BLACK
Document the wonderful memories you’ll make over the holidays with the newest edition to the GoPro family. This high-quality camera offers clear, sharp images for both photos and video recordings. Easy-to-use, you can control it with one simple button or with the voice command feature.
jbhifi.com.au/cameras/video-cameras/gopro/gopro-hero5-black-4k-action-video-camera/316300
Selfie stick
Getting your hands on a selfie stick will take your photo-capturing skills one step further. Compatible with most cameras and smartphones, you attach your chosen device on one side and manually extend the stick to the length of your choice. Whether you’re at a top tourist attraction or simply at home with your loved ones, this self-sufficient gadget means you’ll no longer have to ask for a stranger’s help to capture that perfect group photo.
https://selfiestickstore.com.au/
Lifeproof phone cases
Go about your summer adventures worry free with a phone case from Lifeproof. Waterproof and drop proof, the cases will protect your phone from any accidental mishaps, whether it be from an outdoor activity or your grandchildren playing around with it. Available for various brands, the cases come in many designs, which means you can protect your phone without compromising its style.
Filtering water bottle
It may not be the fanciest gadget, but a filtering water bottle will ensure you stay hydrated in the heat and not throw money down the drain. Fill2Pure offer portable products that can purify water up to 99.9999 per cent while you drink, and comes in many designs to suit any member of the family.
http://www.fill2purefilters.com.au/technology
Ice-cream maker
Summer is synonymous with ice-cream, which makes an ice-cream maker the ultimate must-have. A fun activity to enjoy with little ones, having a machine at home will allow you to create your own flavours and tailor the sugar content to suit any dietary requirements. For the health conscious out there, this maker from Cuisinart allows you to make frozen yoghurt too!
http://www.kitchenwarehouse.com.au/Cuisinart-Ice-Cream-Maker-1-5L-White
®