Backpacks
Trending Backpacks in 2018
Always wanting to stay ahead of trends, here at The Urban Upgrade we’re always scouring the backpack market to find the latest and greatest stuff for you guys. So far this year, we’ve seen some Read more…
Watches
Stainless Steel vs Leather Watch Straps
For many, the choice of watch strap is an absolutely essential part of choosing a watch. The main two material contenders are usually a metal (often stainless steel) or leather. Both have their positives, and each gives a very different look and feel. In our battle of stainless steel vs leather watch straps, we're going to outline the main differences you can expect to find if you pick one up.
Power Banks
Why Traveling Nomads need a Heavy Duty Power Bank
We've all needed it. Time away from everything. For some it's heartbreak, for others it's a wearisome day-to-day lifestyle. Whatever the reason, a break somewhere remote can be good for the soul. If you're the kind of person who loves time in the wilderness, consider taking a power bank with you next time. We think traveling nomads need a heavy duty power bank. Here are our reasons why you might pick one up.
Watches
Why World Map Watches are Trending
Towards the back end of 2017, interest in world map watches began to skyrocket. If you've traveled recently, you might have been the target of Facebook ads trying to promote these watches. Before putting world map watches for sale on our store, we took a really good look at them in an attempt to present you guys with the best information. After being proud owners for a while, we now feel confident in telling you why world map watches are trending and why you might be the right person to pick one up.
Wallets
Metal vs Leather Wallets
Leather wallets are a classic. An institution that most have visited in their lifetime. Leather has been the standard material choice for a wallet since the 1960's. Now, there's a new kid on the block. Metal wallets have arrived and look as if they're gonna be more than a passing fad. We picked up metal wallets in 2017 and we haven't gone back. Boasting a sleek finish, minimalism and a certain elegance, they're worth considering for your next wallet purchase. Having owned variants of both, we're in a position to take a closer look at metal vs leather wallets.
Headphones & Earphones
Why Travelers need Noise Cancelling Headphones
If you're one of those lucky (annoying) so and so's that falls asleep as soon as the plane leaves the runway, I hope you thank your lucky stars every night. For the rest of us, long journeys can be a nightmare. Couple that with travel sickness and you can see why I've scoured the earth for any solution to make traveling bearable. Noise cancelling headphones are the best solution I've found thus far. Let me tell you why travelers need noise cancelling headphones.