For most people, picking out a backpack is pretty simple. But if you're the kind of person who likes to carry around a lot of tech, whether that's work gear, gaming equipment, or camera ...

The best smart backpacks now come with everything from built-in wireless charging compartments to specialized pockets designed to shield tech from RFID readers or other intrusive devices.

Connie Park/NYT Wirecutter A rugged backpack for organizing and hauling tech: Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe. Connie Park/NYT Wirecutter A sleek office-to-airport travel pack ...

The backpacks are powered by a built-in solar panel that can charge a device 2-3 times per charge. Juliet is your community news reporter covering the South Coast of Santa Barbara County.