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Journalists' Favorite Tech Gadgets for Focus & Sleep
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Todays podcast explores favorite tech gadgets and tools used by journalists, covering a range of needs from focus to sleep. Brain dot fm, a streaming service with scientifically engineered music, is a standout for concentration. Hank Greens Focus Friend app boosts productivity, while Omnilux Contour red-light therapy mask improves skin texture. Mac users swear by Audio Hijack for capturing audio. Ozlo Sleepbuds help light sleepers fall and stay asleep, though they have occasional connectivity issues. Kidee neck fan keeps users cool, and a network-attached storage box (NAS) serves as a personal server. Unique items like BenQ ScreenBar Halo two and Kindle remote control enhance daily routines.
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