Gift Great Gadgets, Gear and Things We Love
We like a lot of gadgets that are just like you in high school, do not fit in well organized categories, which tries to carry this man. That’s why we have this dedicated guide to all the great gadgets and other things we’ve enjoyed throughout the game. year.
Roku streaming stick
The Roku Streaming Stick ($ 41) impressed us when it won our standoff with the Chromecast. It has a physical remote, includes apps from both Google and Amazon – two companies known to try to hide their content from each other’s platforms – and integrates the power of a set-top box into a more compact body. Roku also introduced the Roku Express this year, which is a slightly slower and slightly cheaper version of the same stick for just $ 30 .
Good bluetooth speaker
Bluetooth speakers are a gift that will benefit everyone. Koss BTS1 ($ 38) has been one of our favorite portable speakers for a while. It comes with a built-in kickstand so you can mount it anywhere, and built-in controls so you don’t have to fiddle with your phone every time you want to turn down the volume. It’s also a lot cheaper than ever, so if you’re looking to help your friends and family get the party going, this is essential. You can also check out our list of the top five Bluetooth speakers here if you want to take a closer look at them.
Logitech Bluetooth Audio Adapter
Of course, why buy dedicated wireless speakers when you can make your own? The Logitech Bluetooth Audio Adapter ($ 24) connects to any speaker or audio receiver and turns it into a Bluetooth-connected device . You can connect it to your home theater, car stereo, or anything with a 3.5mm or RCA jack. You can then play music from your phone wirelessly without having to buy special speakers.
Anker PowerCore Battery
If you want to give yourself a stress reliever, few gadgets will make as much profit as a portable charger. Anker PowerCore battery packs are our readers ‘ favorites . The cheapest model is the PowerCore mini, which offers 3350mAh for $ 14 in a lipstick-sized device – for reference, your phone probably has somewhere around 2500-3500mAh inside. You can scale up to PowerCore + 10050, which houses 10,000 mAh for $ 24 , all the way up to the massive PowerCore 20100, which houses 20,000 mAh. Just try to swallow all this juice in a day.
Nomad Charging Wallet
Why buy a separate battery to charge your phone when your wallet can do it for you ? The Nomad Wallet ($ 120) comes with a built-in 2,400mAh battery that you can use to charge your iPhone (it only comes with a Lightning cable, sorry Android fans) while it’s in your pocket. It’s not very big compared to the Anker rechargeable batteries that you can buy separately, but it’s one less gadget to carry around.
Nice set of headphones
Choose the right set of headphones, and the recipient of the gift will have them for a long time. There isn’t a perfect set for everyone, but the Grado SR80e ($ 99) is a serious contender. They won our roundup of the best headphones , although they are all good picks. If you prefer something more affordable, check out our guide to the best headphones under $ 20 .
Karma Wi-Fi Hotspot
Your internet will crash. Sooner or later, this happens to all of us. Karma Hotspot gives you a backup plan for when this happens. The hotspot itself costs $ 150 and you can add data to your plan whenever you need it. Data never expires, so you can buy it once and just use it when you need it and forget about it the rest of the time.
Aqua notes
If you get a lot of great ideas in the shower – and there is some solid scientific evidence that showers are a great place for ideas – then Aqua Notes ($ 8) is the way to go. The waterproof pillow lets you record whatever comes to mind in the comfort of your shower, so you won’t forget this brilliant idea by the time you’re done.
Pillow Trtl
Until planes start giving you a proper bed to sleep on on long flights, they will be a terrible place to sleep. The Trtl Pillow ($ 40) makes it better by supporting your neck while relaxing. Unlike the more common horseshoe-shaped pillows, the Trtl supports the neck on all sides. It might sound a little silly, but as Stephanie discovered, it provides better support than the alternatives .
Buband
When Beth first heard about the Buband Athletic Band ($ 40), she thought it was a gimmick, but it turned out to be her favorite sports bra . Buband is worn over your regular sports bra to prevent unpleasant vibrations during your workout. Of course, every person has different needs, so if you get this as a gift, you might want to talk to the recipient first, but the support (or squeeze) they provide might be worth ruining that holiday surprise.