THE BEST Gadgets

After creating the HE-350, Massdrop teamed up once again with HiFiMAN to create a new and improved pair of entry-level audiophile quality headphones. The HE-35X features an open back design, 50mm dynamic drivers, and angled velour and faux leather ear pads.

Apple upgraded the iPad Air and the iPad Mini with the same CPU that’s in its iPhone XS. Both tablets now also support the first-generation Apple Pencil stylus. The iPad Air now comes with a 10.5″ display, while the iPad Mini is 25% brighter than its predecessor.

Edelkrone’s high-tech, programmable dolly can smoothly and silently move any tripod on a flat surface. You can set it to move on a straight or circular virtual track, for beautiful cinematic shots. It pairs wirelessly with their HeadONE and HeadPLUS motion control heads too.

Insta360’s versatile shooter can be used as a standard camera or a 360º camera when folded. But unfold it and it turns into a 180º 3D camera. It can capture videos at up to 5.7K, features electronic image stabilization, and a built-in hyperlapse mode.

Corsair’s new K83 is meant for use with smart TVs and home theater PCs. It has a built-in trackpad, left- and right-click buttons and even a joystick. It connects via Bluetooth or via a USB dongle. You can use its app to remap its keys and trackpad gestures.

RBT’s Rebel Real Mouse has an unorthodox but functional design. The raised left- and right-click buttons put your hand in a more natural position, while their backward clicking action lets the middle of your fingers do the work instead of tiring out your fingertips.

The gaming version of Lexip’s groundbreaking 3D mouse. Like its predecessor, the Pu94 doubles as two joysticks – it’s body acts as one, and it also has a thumbstick. Its software lets you map not just movement but keys and macros. It also has replaceable ceramic feet.

The Reto3D is an affordable and easy-to-use 35mm film camera that takes three pictures at a time. Using its app, you can stitch the images together to make a short animated gif with an extra sense of depth. It has a built-in flash and is focus-free.

Vortix’s battery-powered gadget is designed to stop insect bites from itching within seconds. It applies heat and small vibrations to the bite, increasing blood flow to the area. It’s on sale at Touch of Modern for just $20 until 3/10/19.

Stealtho’s Desk Organizer is a modular companion for the modern desk. It has four pieces that you can rearrange or remove from its magnetic base. The wireless charging module also has two USB-C ports, two USB 3.0 ports, an HDMI port, and a microSD card reader.

Cooler Master’s new flagship gaming mechanical keyboard. The MK850 has eight keys that use Aimpad’s light-sensing analog technology, making them pressure-sensitive in supported games. The keyboard also has two programmable scroll wheels and a light bar.

G-Story’s portable 15.6″ 16:9 4K monitor is designed especially for gamers. It has a 60Hz refresh rate but it also supports AMD FreeSync to combat screen tearing. It has a 12ms response time and supports HDR. It has an HDMI port, a USB port and a USB-C port.

Thin and flexible plastic bags are deemed non-recyclable in the UK. Gomi collects these bags from the beaches of Brighton, then melts and molds them into speaker cases. Each case is made from 100 plastic bags. The Bluetooth 4.0 speaker lasts up to 18h per charge.

Logitech’s 2.0 speakers have looks and sound quality well above their price tag. Their Easy Switch technology conveniently lets you swap sound between a wired device and up to two devices paired via Bluetooth. They also have motion-activated touch controls.

LG takes a reasonable half-step towards foldable phones with the V50 ThinQ 5G. It has a 6.4″ 1440×3120 OLED display, but it also has an optional 6.2″ 1080p OLED display attachment. You can use the second display to run two apps at once, preview photos and more.

The remo+ RemoBell S is an affordable addition to the growing number of video doorbells. It features a 180º field of view, customizable motion zones, night vision, a two-way speaker and three days of video storage for free. Paid plans are also available.

The successor to the Lenovo X280, the X390 laptop packs a 13.3″ display in the body of a 12″ machine. It’s only 0.7″ thick and weighs just 2.7 lb. It’s powered by Intel 8th gen CPUs, has an optional SIM slot for LTE, and lasts up to 17 hours per charge. Drops 6/2019 for $1099+.

If you’re looking for a beefy and high-powered power bank for your USB-C devices, check out Zendure’s SuperTank. Its 27,000mAh capacity and up to 100W delivery lets it charge even 15″ laptops. It also has two USB-A ports and has a low power mode.

Nokia is banking on photography enthusiasts with the 9 PureView. It has five 12MP cameras at the back – two RGB, three monochrome – that can all take photos at once. This should result in images with incredible HDR and adjustable focus. Drops 03/2019 for $699.

Did you know can play a record without need for a turntable at all? The RokBlok is basically a wooden mini vehicle that drives around on top of your records, following the groove, and playing music through its built in speaker, or wirelessly over Bluetooth for more volume.

Huawei’s take on the foldable phone is similar to the FlexPai. The Mate X has a single 8″ display that folds nearly in half for use in smartphone mode. It takes advantage of its “rear” display by acting as a preview for taking selfies.

The successor to the beloved Ricoh GR II point-and-shoot. The GR III is even smaller than its predecessor and packs a 24.2MP CMOS sensor, a 3-axis shake reduction system, a 3″ touchscreen control panel and an 18.3mm wide angle lens.

Logitech has brought back its beloved MX518 gaming mouse. The 2019 version retains the shape and glossy finish of the original, but adds a new optical sensor and processor for a more responsive experience. Dedicated buttons let you switch DPI settings on the fly.

The Samsung Galaxy Fold has a 4.6″ display on its front. Unfold the device and you get a 7.3″ tablet with an AMOLED display, and designed for multitasking. The device will go on sale 4/2019 for $1980 – truly a collectible for the most dedicated gadget freaks.