Gate-side tech fix in Terminal 2
Five minutes from most Terminal 2 gates, InMotion Entertainment is SAN’s main stop for last‑minute electronics. This post-security shop in Terminal 2 carries brand-name headphones, chargers, power banks, and travel adapters that actually work with the outlets on newer aircraft. Prices sit a bit above downtown San Diego stores, but still beat what some airlines sell onboard for basic cables and earbuds.
You’ll find it on the concourse used by Alaska, Delta, and several international carriers in Terminal 2, so it makes sense to swing by if you forgot a USB‑C charger or Lightning cable. Staff usually know which headphones are better for the 5–6 hour transcon runs to JFK or BOS and can point you to active noise‑cancelling models versus cheaper wired sets. Expect common brands you’d see in a mall, not random off‑label gear.
Selection leans heavy on travel needs: over‑ear ANC headphones for long hauls, in‑ear buds for short hops, plus wall plugs with dual USB ports that help when your gate only has one working outlet. You can often find backup SD cards and basic camera accessories if you’re shooting at La Jolla or the Zoo and don’t want to risk running out of space. Returns and exchanges usually run through standard airport retail policies, so keep the receipt.
Cards are accepted, and small items like cables or earplugs ring up quickly, useful if boarding starts in under 15 minutes. One tip: if you have time before security, check prices online on your phone; then use InMotion in Terminal 2 for the emergency buy you can’t delay.