Gear Gadget Fu: the Bluesmart Carry-On Recoil Staff March 3, 2015 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Read our affiliate policy. Find out more about how we test products. So we previously mentioned a solar charging backpack you could carry around and travel with, right? Well we found another crowd-funded “smart bag” you might be interested in – the Bluesmart Smart Connected Carry-on. This bag was specifically designed to traveling alongside you in your airport travels (which can be difficult enough). This bag is, as they describe it, a “…high quality carry-on suitcase that you can control from your phone like a boss.” It comes with both an Android and iOS compatible app that can lock and unlock your bag, track your bags location, lock your bag if it gets too far from you, weigh your bag and also keep track of your travel habits, miles, locations, etc. Bluesmart advises the bag also features a built in battery that can charge your phone 6 times on one charge or charge 2 larger devices like your tablet or laptop at the same time. The bag seems like it was made to withstand tough love while easing the rigors of constant travel. Made of 3 layers of polycarbonate, waterproof zippers, anodized aluminum handles, and 4 spinning wheels, it was intended to go anywhere with you and still keep your belongings safe and secure. Perhaps more importantly, it was also designed to make security checkpoint transition a little easier (we all know how fun that is). The Bluesmart bag has a compartment in the front of the bag specifically for your laptops and tablets; it also meets TSA and international regulations. The IndieGoGo campaign was fully funded, but they have extended the project. The Bluesmart Carry-On can be found on this IndieGoGo site. Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
