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GEAR Five gadgets you need now to look sharp, savvy and ready to take whatever comes your way in stride.

| BY GEOFF NUDELMAN |

Having the right tech when heading out of town matters more than ever. You don’t want to be caught unprepared when those unexpected delays or issues find their way into your itinerary. To help you plan well ahead of departure, we put together a list of some of our favorite pieces of essential travel technology for 2022 to power your return to travel.

BANG & OLUFSEN BEOPLAY HX

| Quality headphones are vital for a long flight or an even longer layover at the airport. This option from Bang & Olufsen combines its trademark superior sound quality with a tight fit for noise cancelation so you can keep the tunes in and the banter from the next row out. You don’t have to worry about losing charge midway through your journey with a playback time of up to 35 hours. Plus, the speciallyengineered fit is big on comfort for long listening sessions, and an easy interface makes switching between music and calls a breeze.

VSSL CAMP SUPPLIES TUBE

| Here, the tech isn’t in anything digital, it’s in the novel, compact footprint that includes a range of essentials when heading outside. For the ultralight trekker, this container holds more than 70 important pieces of needed supplies (rope, fish hooks, compass, etc.) at a grand total of less than 1.5 pounds. Once a particular item runs out, VSSL makes it easy to refill their tubes with pre-portioned inserts. Whatever your outdoor pursuit, this sleek package eliminates any excuse for not being prepared. (vsslgear.com)

CALPAK LUGGAGE TAG CHARGER

| Keep electronics charged and ready to go with this tag that doubles as a practical power bank. Expect to have enough battery on hand to get through a short flight or long transfer to the hotel. Available in a variety of on-trend colors and patterns, this dynamic duo is ideal for the speedy traveler who arrives with just enough time to make the final boarding call. (calpaktravel.com)

TROVA GO+PLUS

DYSON SUPERSONIC HAIR DRYER

|The eternal struggle of managing good hair while on the road is a thing of the past with Dyson’s compact Supersonic. This hair dryer comes with a range of accessories and four specific heat settings to help tame your mane, no matter where you are. It folds nicely into a durable carrying case that’s well-suited for a checked bag and also happens to look great on the counter back home. (dyson.com)

|This compact safe offers peace of mind whether traveling across the world or just to the gym. At first glance, it looks like an everyday hard drive or charger (and that’s the point), but just beyond the surface lies plenty of tech. Coupled with Bluetooth connectivity, the most important feature is Trova’s biometric scanner, which only offers access for the owner of the safe. It’s large enough to fit important valuables, but also small enough to toss into a day bag. (trovaofficial.com)