Top 4 Gadgets to Have When Attending a Trade Show

A trade show is an experience like no other. Whether it is the first time you are attending, or it has been years, there is always something new to see and learn. There is a lot to take in, and if you are planning to spend the entire day at a trade show, you have to be prepared. If you are an attendee, there are certain gadgets that are a must. 

If you are planning to showcase your product and services at the trade show, you would require a more extensive arsenal of gadgets with you. These gadgets will enable you to present your products and services in the best manner possible, which will attract customers and will build your client base. The bottom line is that gadgets will help you make the most of your trade show experience. You only need to know which ones to keep with you. 

The best part about these gadgets is that they can easily be purchased anywhere and will also prove to be a good investment for your future endeavors. There is already heavy reliance on technology at any social event, and trade shows are catching up effectively.

As an attendee, your presence should be worthwhile and productive. As a business owner, you should be able to market your brand so well that you go home after successfully adding several other contacts to your list. Some of the brands that are made to be effective while at a trade show are:

1. A Power Bank

Whether you are an attendee or have a booth of your own, keeping your phone battery charged is essential. Carrying a portable charger will help you charge all your devices in case you run out of battery. Imagine having to carry a charger with you everywhere and depending on the presence of a charging port at public places to charge your device. 

There is no guarantee there will be available ports to charge your laptops and/or phone. Carrying batteries can be a bulky affair so consider making an investment by buying a power bank and carrying it with you as and when you need it. You can use your device without having to worry about battery life anymore. 

2. Digital Pen

If you are attending the trade show to do some business research or you are going to see what new innovations there are that might impact your business, note-keeping might come in handy. With technology becoming more and more common, you can keep notes digitally instead of having to use pen and paper. 

There are many ways in which you can keep notes at a show. You can either stick to the older but trusted way of using a pen to write in your notepad, or you can type notes into your phone or tablet. You can also use a stylus for handwriting your notes into your hand-held device, or you can use a digital pen. 

With a digital pen, you get two benefits. You have a pen in your hand which will write your notes with ink on paper. But you will also get those notes digitized simultaneously on your connected device. It is the best approach as even if you lose the notepad, you will not lose your notes. It is easy to carry, and you do not have to worry about digitizing notes if that is something you are in the habit of doing. 

3. Display Screens

Even if you are in a 20 x 20 trade show booth, you require a display screen to advertise your service and product better. It can be a tablet, a laptop, or a flat-screen mounted on a frame. A screen captures the visitor’s attention in a way hoardings and posters cannot. You can choose a screen size that adjusts accordingly with the size of your booth. You can either rent a screen or buy it if you see a future use for a digital display. 

For a portable display, you should consider factors like wheels, height, and adjustability. The frame on which you mount the display can also have storage capacity if that is something you are interested in. Prepare an eye-catching presentation that should play on loop during your stay at the trade show booth. 

4. Mini Projectors

These projectors work like standard projectors but can be operated by a hand-held device. It is more convenient than its bigger counterpart, has more varieties, and has several indoor and outdoor uses. The best part about mini projectors or pico-projectors is that it is designed so that it connects easily with your phone or tablet. You can project on any flat and light-colored surface. 

If you are already planning to have a display screen, you might consider this a wasted effort, but in case the electricity backup does not hold up, a mini projector will be the backup you need. If you can adjust in the face of adversity and still go strong, the potential client will trust your capability, which will work well for your business. You can hold an impromptu presentation with a mini-projector in case you are not ready with your screen yet. 

Conclusion

You do not need to be a tech expert in navigating around new gadgets that have been launched. New technology is made to make life easier. If you want to use new gadgets but are hesitant about their uses, research their value and look up tutorials to understand their function better. Apart from basics that you should invest in right away like power banks and digital pens, gadgets like mini projectors and display screens are event specific and can help you with sales. 

When you are preparing for a trade show, attend with the aim of being as productive as possible. It can be in the form of making notes or marketing your business in a manner that people flock to your booth. It all depends on your approach. Carrying relevant gadgets would make the entire trade show experience infinitely more manageable.