THE BEST Gadgets

Sony’s Master Grade Series Z9G is an Android Smart TV with 8K resolution. It features detail upscaling and full-array local dimming for optimal contrast. It also has four speakers and can be used as a center speaker in a surround sound setup. Comes in 85″ and 98″ models.

ASUS’ latest Zephyrus S gaming laptop weighs just 4.4lb. It’s 42% lighter and 25% thinner than the average 15″ laptop. Its 15.6″ 1080p 144Hz screen can be upgraded to a 240Hz version. It also has a 9th gen Intel Core i7 and an NVIDIA GTX 2060 or 2070 GPU.

One of the more compelling gadgets we spotted at the IFA 2019 Global Press Conference. Wear this band around your chest at night, and it sends out subtle, non-disruptive vibrations to make you change positions, improving sleep and health for you and your bed partner. Coming soon.

The 2019 version of the Razer Blade Pro is 25% smaller than its predecessor, rocking a 17.3″ 144Hz 1080p display in a 15″ body. It’s equipped with Intel’s Core i9 CPU and NVIDIA’s 2080 Max-Q GPU. It also has a Thunderbolt 3 USB-C port and upgradeable M.2 and RAM slots.

Mighty’s tiny and one-of-a-kind offline Spotify player has received a couple of much needed upgrades. It’s battery now lasts over 5h per charge, and its Bluetooth antenna has been improved for longer range and stronger connectivity. Save 10% in The Awesomer Shop.

Sennheiser aims for the top with its first-ever speaker. The Ambeo soundbar has 13 drivers, including six 4″ woofers. It mimics a 5.1.4 surround sound system with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support. We went ears-on with the soundbar at the IFA Global Press Conference, and it sounded spectacular.

The Acer ConceptD 9 laptop is made for creators. It features a Pantone-validated color accurate 4K touchscreen that can be tilted, flipped and flattened, and works with a Wacom pressure-sensitive stylus. The laptop maxes out with a core i9 CPU and an NVIDIA GTX 2080 GPU.

This hilarious vintage newsreel footage features “Professor I.M. Nuts” showing off his invention, a cap designed to protect you from getting squirted in the face when eating grapefruit. We’re surprised this thing hasn’t turned up on Kickstarter or Indiegogo yet.

The Luci Immers is a 1080p video headset that is small and weighs just 6.35oz. It works with both 2D and 3D content and simulates viewing a massive 85 ft diagonal screen viewed from about 65 ft away. It has USB-C and HDMI inputs. It’s available in three strap variants.

The Aukey PA-X07 is a wall power strip that has an independent 180º rotating plug, so you can move it out of the way of the remaining sockets in your wall outlet, and fit it into tricky spots. It has a single outlet and three USB charging ports.

The Nemuix Biölite is a reading light that’s as thin and small as a bookmark. Its low-blue light LED is designed to minimize effect on your sleep cycle, and is mounted on a flexible conductive film. You can clip it to the top of a book or use it freestanding. It lasts up to 4h on a coin cell battery.

GAEMS’ flagship portable gaming case is good enough to be used as a primary setup. It has a built-in 24″ 1440p 60Hz monitor, HDMI 1.4 and USB 3.0 inputs and outputs, and two 3.5mm jacks. It can house an Xbox One, PS4 or a micro ATX PC.

Anker’s Roav Bolt is a compact charger that plugs into your car’s 12v adapter. It can also be used to interact with your smartphone via Google Assistant. Connect your phone via its 3.5mm input or Bluetooth for hands-free calling, music control and navigation.

Logitech’s Harmony Express bucks the trend of large and complicated universal remote controls, thanks to Amazon’s Alexa voice control technology. It works with over 250,000 devices, including other smart home appliances. It sets up easily using a companion mobile app.

This floating gadget alerts you exactly when your pot of hot water is boiling and ready for use. Simply drop it into water, and it turns on automatically, setting off an alert when the water reaches 212ºF so you can spend your time doing other things instead of watching your pot.

The AirLoop wireless earphones have optional sportband and neckband cables. The cables reduce the risk of losing the earphones and increase the earphones’ battery life. The earphones have touch controls, including for voice assistants.

The Topo is a 7″ 720p IPS LCD monitor that comes with your choice of a PS4 or Xbox One gamepad mount. It’s a great lightweight choice for console gaming on the go. It has a full size HDMI port, a 3.5mm jack and a microUSB power port.

Eve’s Energy Strip is a smart and stylish power strip that has built-in surge protection. It also supports Apple’s Homekit, so you can toggle connected devices via Siri or your iOS device. It has three generously spaced outlets and a durable aluminum frame.

Produced using 3D printing tech, this handy gadget from SOLIDink3d makes it easy to open twist-off or traditional bottle caps, and can also pop open those tricky soda can tabs. It’s especially useful for people with arthritis or a weak grip.

LaCie’s Rugged RAID Shuttle external drive now maxes out at a substantial 8 TB. They also now have USB-C and Thunderbolt 3-compatible versions. The drives are resistant to drops, rain, dust and crushing, and use Seagate’s encryption technology.

The Axis Gear is a motor that works with any window shade or blind that has a cord loop or beaded chain. It has a touch strip that lets you control one or more units at once. You can also use its app to automatically activate units based on a schedule.

Sierra Madre Research’s Hot Pocket is a soft, portable, battery-powered heater for the outdoors. You can use it to preheat your sleeping bag or put it on yourself wherever you are to stay warm. It works for up to 6h per charge, and also has a USB charging port.

Eewrite’s E-Pad is a 10.1″ e-ink Android tablet. It has both Wi-Fi and 4G LTE connectivity via a SIM slot. It reads most document formats and uses Wacom technology for its optional stylus, making for a responsive writing and drawing experience.

SEGA joins the mini classic console bandwagon with the Genesis Mini. The miniature retro console looks just like the SEGA Genesis, and will come with two wired controllers. It will have 40 video games, including Altered Beast and Shining Force.

Plugable’s USB-C enclosure is compatible with the NVMe M.2 SSD sticks. The enclosure is a cheap way to get a super fast external drive, whether from a brand new stick or an older one you have lying around. It requires no tools and has vents for heat dissipation.

Enjoy immersive virtual reality content on your smartphone on the cheap. Simply slide any phone with a 4.7″ to 6.0″ diagonal screen into the case, and enjoy one the many VR experiences in the iOS App Store or Google Play. Save 78% in The Awesomer Shop.