Summer time is here! Are you prepared? Sunblock and sunglasses are not enough! Let us help you prepare for summer with these awesome gadgets and accessories so you could have fun with friends at the beach and beat the blistering heat!Affordable DroneELFIE Foldable Selfie Drone - Take your selfie shooting skills to whole new level with a drone! This amazing device can take Instagram-worthy beach aerial shots and what's nice is you can control it using an app, eliminating the need to bring a separate remote controller. (
Price - Php 2,990 via online stores)
Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker with Good BassBraven Balance - Summer time is party time and for that, a good speaker is definitely needed. The Braven Balance is not just any speaker; It has an IPX5 waterproof rating to keep those beats going, regardless if the whole gang is on the beach or staying indoors. It also features Braven Boost Mode that allows the speaker to improve the sound quality in larger areas plus a massive 4,000 mAh battery for interrupted music experience. This portable Bluetooth speaker can even charge your smartphone and act as a speakerphone! (
Price - Php 5,850 in Digital Walker)
Water and Dust Resistant Flagship SmartphoneSamsung Galaxy S8 – Planning to buy a luxurious new handset this summer? Why not take a look at this total stunner? Aside from having impressive internal hardware as well as downright gorgeous Infinity Display, this top-of-the-line model sports the latest in smartphone photography with its 12MP DualPixel Sensor that focuses swiftly on moving objects and takes clear photos and videos in low light. SGS8 will really make those Boracay jump shots at dusk Instagram-worthy. (Bundled with
Smart Postpaid for an additional Php 1,500 on any plan plus Php 3,000 initial cash-out)
Reliable Adventure Bag That Keeps Water OutMillerton Adventure Dry Bag - Protect your precious gadgets and accessories from salt-water damage with this 1.5L rugged pack. The Millerton Adventure Dry Bag can withstand heavy rainfall, snow, and even harsh weather conditions. (
Price - Php 650 at Kimstore)
Water-Resistant Feature Phone That Works as a PowerbankCherry Mobile U6 - Keep a spare basic handset with you when you travel and be prepared for emergencies. The Cherry Mobile U6 is a rugged phone that is resistant to scratches, bumps, and water spills. This device is also perfect for campers and people who go to off-grid areas like islands and mountains as it act as a powerbank powering other gadgets on the go. (
Price - Php 2,499)
Great Cameraphone for Selfies and GroufiesOPPO F3 Plus - This powerful “Selfie Expert” - that also excels in gaming and multimedia performance - sports a rare two front-facing camera combination, one for selfie and one for groufies. The wide-angle lens can take a photo that stretches within 120 degrees, which is perfect in capturing those barkada moments in the beach! (
Price - Php 23,990)
Electronic CoolerPortable Electronic Car Beverage Cooler/Warmer – Do not let those drinks get warm during the long drive going to the beach! This portable cooler/warmer powered by your car can cool down those sodas while on the go. (
Price - Php 899 at online stores)
Solar-Powered Lamp6-LED-Bulb Solar Power Camping Lantern - Powerful enough to make everything within a few meters from you visible at dark, this lamp is rechargeable via both sunlight and electrical outlet so there is no need to keep those disposable batteries in your bag. (
Price - Php 149 at online stores)
Waterproof Bluetooth EarphonesElliot Audio Active - A good pair of wireless earphones for listening to your favorite tracks while on the beach shouldn't cost a lot of money. With the affordable Elliot Audio Active, you can experience deep bass and clear trebles while not worrying that water would damage it -- making this pair the perfect audio companion this summer. (
Price - Php 850 at Kimstore)
Budget-friendly But Powerful Action Camera with TouchscreenPlayground CAM200 Touch Action Camera – This touch-enabled action camera maybe inexpensive but it is certainly capable of delivering great shots with its 16MP camera and Full HD 1080p 60 frames per second video recorder. Shipping with a free waterproof case, CAM200 Touch is also great for surfers and divers! (
Price - Php 5,880)
~ This TechPinas article was written by TechPinas Junior Correspondent, Christian Mark Godoy, and edited by TP EIC, Owner, and Founder, Mark Milan Macanas.TechPinas Writer Profile
Christian Mark Godoy, also known as 'Ichan', is an IT professional who's passionate about the latest trends in technology, specifically in the smartphone and tablet categories. He graduated Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from the
University of Santo Tomas in 2014 and is now starting his blogging career by being a junior contributor in TechPinas.
