Awesome Gadgets

A speaker and media player with two vacuum tube amplifiers. It has an embedded computer that runs Linux and XBMC for media streaming via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, HDMI and 2 USB ports. It has a 100W main amp and a 30W subwoofer.

Unlike armbands, you strap the GoCuff to your wrist, so you can still see and interact with your media player while you’re on the go. You can still use your device’s touchscreen through GoCuff’s window. Available in three sizes.

The Motorola Moto X runs Android 4.2.2 and has a 1.2 GHz dual-core CPU, 2GB RAM, 16/32GB storage, 4.7″ 720p screen, 10mp rear camera and LTE connectivity. Its back plate and accents come in a variety of colors.

Earphones that are made to share what you’re listening to. They have magnetic connectors that link up to four earphones to one audio source. There’s also a 3.5mm connector that lets you share audio to other audio devices.

The Wireless Flash Drive lets you transfer files and stream media to multiple mobile devices or computers without the need for an Internet connection. It’s the same size as a normal flash drive and lasts up to 4 hours per charge.

The Nexus 7 gets updated with a 1920 x 1200 1080p IPS display, dual stereo speakers, a 1.5Ghz Snapdragon CPU and 2GB RAM. The tablet also now has a 5mp rear camera and runs Android 4.3. LTE variants coming soon.

The Chromecast is an HDMI dongle that lets you send online content from your mobile device or computer to your HDTV or monitor. It works with Netflix, YouTube, Google Play and the Chrome browser, with more compatible apps on the way.

An enticing midrange phone, the Lumia 625 is a Windows Phone 8 device with a 4.7″ screen, 4G connectivity, 5mp camera and LED flash. It also comes with unlimited ad-free streaming on Nokia Music. Available Q3 2013 for about $290.

A home security device controlled via an iOS or Android app. Canary can not only display and record videos, it can also track motion, temperature, humidity and air quality. It also has a night vision mode, a speaker and a siren.

The Dyson Hard not only has a naughty name, it also combines the Digital Slim cordless vacuum cleaner with a mop head, making it easier to clean hard floors. Its head and neck are detachable so you can use it as just a vacuum.

Unlike Google Glass and other smart glasses, GlassUp is not useful on its own. Its purpose is to serve as your smartphone’s second screen. It relays information from a phone to the center of your point of view.

(NSFW: Language) We like to keep a cool head, but some pesky garden bugs could really use some termination with extreme prejudice. Like many awesome gadgets however, the tiny but mean UH-60 is obviously too good to be true.

The Lumia 1020 has a 41-megapixel camera sensor and a Xenon flash. Its version of Windows Phone 8 comes with a special camera app that lets you adjust focus, shutter speed, white balance and more. Demo here.

360 Electrical makes outlets, power strips and surge protectors with sockets that can rotate. This enables you to fit multiple plugs or adapters. They also sell surge protectors with sockets that swivel up to 160º. Demo here.

This aluminum iPhone case has a substantial camera-like grip, while adding a rotating set of lenses for fish eye, wide angle, telephoto and macro shots. Also adds a tripod mount. Choose from silver, red, purple, blue, or black.

Invented by Steve Hollinger, the Squito is a ball-shaped throwable camera. It takes 360º panoramic videos or pictures and has built-in image stitching and stabilization. The Darkball variant uses infrared and thermal imaging.

A display peripheral for Garmin’s Android, iOS and Windows Phone 8 apps. The HUD connects to mobile devices via Bluetooth and displays traffic information on your windshield using a lens or a transparent film. Apps sold separately.

The KAN200 Anakonda is a modular and flexible speaker for locations where there’s no space for bulky audio equipment. Measuring 6.6ft. long, you can connect up to 32 modules and drive them all from just one amplifier.

A pair of headphones with a solar panel on the headband. The power that the panel gathers is stored in two batteries inside each ear cup, then harnessed via a USB port. It can also be plugged in to store power for later use.

A tiny Bluetooth tracker with a unique feature. If your Tile-tagged item goes out of range of your iOS device, mark it as missing and your Tile will reach out to any nearby iOS device that has the Tile app. Its location will then be sent to you.

Sony revives the phablet wars with the Xperia Z Ultra. If nothing else, this Android phone is a marvel of engineering: a 6.4″ 1080p screen in a 6.5mm thin body (the iPhone 5 is 7.6mm thin). It’s also waterproof with LTE and NFC support.

Google Glass doesn’t have a lot of interactive features yet, but it may already have a killer app. Its voice search is so good it’s terrifying. It’s basically outsourced thinking. Memorization may soon be obsolete.

Bolt is an external battery pack with a built-in outlet plug. It’s designed to replace your mobile device’s power adapter – that way you can charge the Bolt and your device at the same time.