10 tiny gadgets I never leave home without - and AirTags are not on the list
Published on: 2025-07-27 04:00:17
My keychain essentials. Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET
I've collected my fair share of multitools and gadgets, but I've lost track of how often I've needed one -- only to realize it's sitting at home or in the car. Carrying a full toolbox everywhere just isn't practical.
What I do have with me almost all the time, though, is my keychain -- and it turns out, it's the perfect way to keep essential tools within reach.
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My keychain is the one bit of kit I get asked the most questions about. People are often surprised at the things I carry around. I guess most people just carry their keys on their keychains. Weird.
Here's a tour of what I carry on mine. Don't feel like you need everything on this list. Remember, the beauty of this approach is that you can customize your EDC to suit your needs.
1. KeySmart Air
The KeySmart Air is the core of my keychain. This device acts as both the main key loop a
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