# My Favorite Purchases of 2024! ![](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/HIekqimAlOo/maxresdefault.jpg) ## Intro [(00:00:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=0s) - The video is a year-end guide where the host, [[Voya Financial | Voya]], will share their favorite purchases of 2024, covering a range of interests beyond electronics. [(00:00:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=2s) - The host has prepared several videos in advance, hoping to have some free time, but is struggling to understand the concept of free time. [(00:00:25)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=25s) - The host plans to spend their free time relearning how to enjoy and use it, but for now, will focus on discussing their favorite purchases of 2024. [(00:00:40)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=40s) ## E-Ink Purchases [(00:00:48)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=48s) - The favorite E-ink purchase of 2024 is the Boox Go 10.3, an excellent device and value for those seeking a product within its limitations, such as not having a front light [(00:00:53)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=53s). - The Boox Go 10.3 is ideal for reading due to its image quality, contrast, and portability, making it the primary reading device [(00:02:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=140s). - The only drawbacks of the Boox Go 10.3 are its surface and writing feel, which are good but not as preferred as the Note Air 3C, and the lack of a flexible glass panel [(00:01:57)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=117s). - Another issue with the Boox Go 10.3 is the absence of an origami-type cover that can support a vertical stand [(00:02:44)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=164s). - Despite these issues, the Boox Go 10.3 is the top favorite purchase of 2024 due to its overall quality and fair price [(00:02:59)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=179s). - The [[ReMarkable | reMarkable Paper Pro]] is an honorable mention, representing a fundamentally new and important technological achievement with its Gallery 3 panel, which has no competitive products [(00:03:13)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=193s). - The reMarkable Paper Pro is not a device for everyone, but its importance lies in its technological advancements, and it may become more usable after the update 316, which improves image quality [(00:03:50)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=230s). - The reMarkable Paper Pro is considered an important purchase due to its innovative technology and what it represents, even if it's not a primary device for use [(00:04:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=242s). ## Quality of Life Purchases [(00:04:09)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=249s) - A valued purchase that affects work environment is the Goov lights, which have been installed in several areas of the room and are super flexible, allowing for adjustments via a tablet and app, with default settings that can be easily accessed [(00:04:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=255s). - Previously, the work environment lighting was rather dark, and it was realized that sitting in darkness for a long time wasn't feeling great, prompting the need for a change [(00:04:49)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=289s). - The Goov lights have been installed behind speakers and in a section where music is played, and can be controlled via a tablet, transforming the working mood environment and inspiring active changes in lifestyle and environment [(00:05:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=322s). - The installation of the Goov lights brought a significant improvement to everyday life, and it's surprising that this change wasn't made earlier, as seen when the lights are turned off and the previous state of the studio is recalled [(00:05:48)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=348s). - The Goov lights have made a big impact, and the improvement they brought is still noticeable when looking back at the state of the studio before the change [(00:06:03)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=363s). ## Synths! [(00:06:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=365s) - A significant purchase of the year was the Waldorf microwave XT synthesizer, which was difficult to find in good condition but was eventually obtained after a long search [(00:06:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=365s). - The synthesizer is in a really good state, having been refurbished prior to purchase, and features new pots with infinitely rotary encoders [(00:06:38)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=398s). - The Waldorf microwave XT has some minor cosmetic damage, including a small ding, but is otherwise in great condition [(00:06:49)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=409s). - The synthesizer's condition is notable, with the new pots being a particularly cool feature, as the infinitely rotary encoders tend to deteriorate over time [(00:06:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=402s). - The purchase of the Waldorf microwave XT has motivated the desire to carve out free time to spend with the synthesizer and focus on music [(00:07:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=421s). ## Music :) [(00:07:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=428s) - Music is a significant part of life, especially during periods of intense work, and preferred formats for listening are CDs and vinyls due to personal reasons [(00:07:10)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=430s). - The first music purchase mentioned is a four-vinyl package by [[Hallucinogen (musician) | Simon Posford]], also known as Hallucinogen, which includes remastered versions of his first two albums, and is considered a wonderful and nicely made package [(00:07:52)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=472s). - Another music purchase is the re-release of the rare and old album "[[The Mystery of the Yeti | Mystery of the Yeti]]", which was a dream come true, as it was previously only available on audio tape and low-quality MP3 files, and the CD was hard to find and expensive [(00:08:34)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=514s). - A mint version of Carbon Based Lifeforms' album "Twentythree" was also found in [[Australia]], which is one of the favorite albums and a rare find [(00:09:13)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=553s). - Material possessions don't bring much happiness unless they hold emotional value or represent something, which is why music-related items are cherished for the joy they bring to everyday life [(00:09:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIekqimAlOo&t=582s).