I'm the guy friends ask before buying new tech. These are the gadgets and accessories that consistently deliver on their promises — tested in our house, not just on a spec sheet.
Blocks side-angle viewing so nobody can read your screen on the subway or in a meeting, while still keeping the display sharp.
Privacy Screen Protector
Solid noise cancelling and battery life for the price, great for commuting or drowning out background noise while working.
Wireless Earbuds with ANC
Charges phone, watch, and earbuds all at once, so the nightstand stays tidy instead of buried in cables.
3 In 1 Wireless Charging Station
Clips onto keys, a bag, or a wallet so you can pull up its location instantly instead of tearing the house apart looking for it.
Bluetooth Item Tracker Tag
Adds extra ports and storage in one compact plug, handy for anyone whose laptop never has enough USB-C slots.
Portable SSD USB-C Hub
The tactile feedback makes typing all day so much more pleasant, and it switches between my devices in one tap.
Mechanical Wireless Keyboard
The built-in cables mean I never forget a cord - this has saved me on more than one low-battery emergency while traveling.
20000mAh Portable Power Bank
A big upgrade over my laptop's built-in camera for video calls - sharp picture and the mic actually picks up my voice clearly.
Webcam With Microphone
Raised my screen to eye level and my neck thanks me for it - folds flat so it travels well too.
Aluminum Laptop Stand
Turns lamps and small appliances into smart devices for cheap - I set schedules so lights turn on before I even get home.
Wifi Smart Plug
Loud enough to fill the backyard and it's survived plenty of splashes by the pool without a hiccup.
Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
Hid the rat's nest of cords behind my desk and it actually looks intentional now - simple thing that made a big difference.