The power banks, chargers, cables, and little gadgets that live in my bag, my car, and on my nightstand, so my phone, earbuds, and laptop never die on me.

Once upon a time I played an endless amount of video games, since having kids that has slowed down but it will never stop. I love diving into the world of a new game, it will always be one of my favourite things. Here are some of my favourite games and consoles right now!

Friends always ask me which iPhone they should buy. So I lined up every model worth your money, old to new. I dug through thousands of renewed reviews before picking each one. Older picks are renewed, which keeps the price much friendlier. Newer picks cost more but get years of updates. I sorted everything by era so it is easy to compare. Which iPhone was your very first one? Tell me in the comments!

My daily tech kit. This can range from just daily edc, to editing in the office, or filming on site. See from the bags I have used to the kit inside that make life a little easier.

Never listened to Lex? Don't worry, I've got you covered. His podcast covers an immense landscape of topics, so I've pulled together some of my favorite episodes to get you started. Podcast tagline: “Conversations about science, technology, history, philosophy and the nature of intelligence, consciousness, love, and power.”

Looking for the best gaming laptop in 2026? This curated list features top-rated gaming laptops from HP, Acer and more, with powerful RTX graphics, high-refresh-rate displays and fast processors for smooth gameplay. Compare budget-friendly gaming laptops under $1000 with premium RTX 4070 and RTX 4080 machines built for AAA titles, esports and streaming. Perfect for gamers, students and creators who need portable power for play and work.

Mostly free confirmed airdrop apps for people to start earning from today! When the crypto markets are unstable and you want to ensure you have a passive income stream from crypto, free airdrops are your way in! These are some of the hottest projects I've found this month. For regular updates I recommend you check out my Medium article which has a spreadsheet and telegram channel attached.

A quick list to get you started on a 3D print journey! Plus some of my favorite additional items we use with our bambu X1 Carbon!

If you want to start your content creation journey. these are the tools I actually use as a small YouTuber — from gear that upgrades my shots to gadgets that keep me consistent. Everything here has helped me grow and stay sane on my content creation journey

From audio clarity to lighting that hits just right, these are my go-to content creator tools for filming Reels, livestreams, and podcast episodes. No fluff — just gear I trust to help you stay consistent and confident on camera.

Level up your setup without breaking the bank! These are my go-to equipment that help me sound, look & play my best as a gamer. Perfect for gamers who want functional & aesthetic ✨🔥

Have a passion for making content? check out this list of all the gear I use to create cinematic, high quality photos and video for my socials!

This is the exact system and set up I have for anything digital related - whether its watching tutorials, drafting designs, editing videos, it all starts from having these pieces of equipment for a seamless flow and minimalistic aesthetic

Your phone dies at 4pm, right when you're trying to find your friends in a crowd of 50,000 people. You've tried those brick-sized portable chargers that weigh down your shorts and ruin every photo of you dancing. This is the lineup I actually carried through three festival weekends without once feeling like I had a textbook in my pocket. Grab these before your next outdoor event and stop borrowing strangers' chargers.

All things tech & tech accessories from security cameras to phone holders for your shower 📱💻

This is a list of essentials for all of my Content Creators out there! These are some of my favorite must haves that I've pick up along my journey as a creator and I hope it's helpful! The list has Cameras, Tripods, Drones, Adapters, Ring Lights & More!!🙌🏽✨📸

Handheld gaming is how I play most now, on the couch, on flights, and on long road trips. A protective case, a comfortable grip, and a compact charger make my Switch and Steam Deck far more enjoyable away from home. These are the handheld gaming accessories I travel with. Tell me your favorite handheld game in the comments! (This list contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.)

Apps that make my life better as a college student!

Discover practical and trending gadgets designed to make daily life easier, more comfortable, and more efficient. From smart home devices to portable electronics, these picks focus on functionality, quality, and everyday convenience — perfect for work, home, and travel.

a list for anyone interested in hardware hacking, whether youre a beginner or intermediate wanting to compare notes :)

I’m a longtime Samsung Galaxy user, and these are the accessories I actually use and recommend. From chargers to cases to smart add-ons—everything here makes the Galaxy experience better.

Cars already have a lot of technology, but Amazon takes it to another level with some truly weird automotive gadgets. This list features unusual car accessories and strange tech products that drivers can actually buy. Some are surprisingly useful, while others are just hilariously unnecessary.

Here you'll find numerous pieces of equipment which I use to ensure I produce the best quality content. Not only are these products of high-quality, but they're also affordable, efficient and easy to use. What more could you want?! Start your content creator journey here today!

I pulled together the desk and tech gear I would actually wait for Cyber Monday to buy, from mice and keyboards to SSDs and smart home basics. Every pick is a known brand that I expect to see in the sales. I would add these to a watch list now and buy only when the price drops. (Note: This list contains affiliate links, and I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.)

Our favorite new cell phone and tablet accessories: fast USB-C chargers, screen protectors, cute iPhone cases, and storage upgrades we actually use every day.

If you've ever doubted your design abilities, these Canva educators will change everything you believed about your creative potential. They can turn your design anxiety into creative confidence. Get introduced to the creators who teach everything from little-known Pro features, to advanced animation secrets, that will save time and teach you how to make the most out of this fabulous design tool.

The creator tools, apps, and tech that genuinely make my life easier. From UGC filming gear to editing apps and WFH essentials, these are the things I actually use almost daily.

A mixture of accessories and items for my pc and setup mixed in with my small vanity.

A curated guide to the most searched remote work essentials. Featuring portable tech, ergonomic travel gear, and aesthetic office accessories designed for productivity on the move.

If you are trying to upgrade your content, need tools so you don't lose space on your phone, or in general need some affordable content creation tools, this list is here to help.

I don’t show my face, I don’t overcomplicate content, and I still get paid. This is everything I actually use to create, post, and monetize🤑

You know that feeling when the device just works—no fuss, no lag, no weird learning curve? That's whatI built this list around. These aren't just cool tech toys—they're gadgets that quietly level up your routine. Whether your shooting content, tidying up your cable mess, or reading more(finally),this list is tech that just fits into your life and make things feel smoother. 🏃💨

If your Wi-Fi keeps dropping during video calls, buffering on stream, or crawling to a halt in certain rooms, you rarely need to buy an expensive new router. Most home connection issues stem from poor positioning, signal interference, or bandwidth-hogging background devices. This list pulls together practical solutions, positioning tools, and signal boosters to solve dead zones and slow speeds once and for all.

I love making my memories last forever through digital creation. Digital journaling and scrapbooking is my new fav thing and I wanted to share some of the ways you can get started!

Here are the tools I've used and tried as a content creators, podcaster, and a voiceover artist that have made my life easier and got me gigs

All my favorite tech gadgets, loved and used regularly, by me and my family.

Every summer my phone would nosedive off the dashboard the second I hit a pothole or parked in direct sun — the suction cup would melt, the vent clip would pop off, and I'd find my phone wedged under the brake pedal. If you've rage-bought three mounts already this year, here's the lineup that finally stayed put through 100°F heat, gravel roads, and my lead-foot driving.

The home-office kit I actually keep on my desk every day — ergonomic basics, call-ready mic and camera, and the cable and lighting fixes that make long work sessions feel less punishing.

I’ve recently started digitizing multiple boxes and binders of old family recipes from my grandma and great-aunt. Here are some of the items I’ve found most helpful on this project!

These are the items I use to create short form content on my socials (@ChardaeEveryday).

These essential tools and platforms will help you take your first steps into the world of cryptocurrency.

I love gaming — whether it’s solo time to unwind or playing side by side with my husband. These are some of my favorite finds that make my PC setup comfy, functional, and fun!

Looking for high-impact tech gift ideas and smart home gadgets that actually make daily life easier? Finding tech gifts that go beyond cheap novelties to offer genuine utility, seamless connectivity, and everyday convenience can be tricky. This curated gift guide features high-performance, problem-solving smart home upgrades, portable electronics, travel tech essentials, and desk gadgets. Discover how to upgrade daily routines, streamline home setups, and pick memorable tech presents for any occasion.

The recommendations I reach for most, across every part of my life and business — the creator tools and tech that actually move the needle, the digital products I swear by, and a few PNW lifestyle favorites. If a friend asked 'what do you ACTUALLY use?', this is the exact list I'd send them.

I bought both a ROG Ally Extreme and a Steam Deck right when they came out. At first, I gravitated to the Steam Deck more. I've had them both for a while now and the ROG has become my go to handheld. This list contains some of the accessories that can really elevate your gaming experience!

I learned the hard way that studying in a dorm is a whole different game. Between noisy hallways and late-night cramming, you need the right setup to stay on top of classes. This list is packed with my must-have tools for focus, productivity, and comfort—so you can actually enjoy studying without the all-nighter headaches. ⬇️ Follow me for more list like this!

These are the products I've used and loved as a content creator since 2011.

Flying drones is more than just takeoff and landing—it's about preparation, performance, and protection. Whether you’re a beginner or a certified commercial pilot, the right accessories can make every flight smoother, safer, and more productive. Below, we’ve grouped the best drone accessories into essential categories, each selected to help you get the most from your gear, your footage, and your time in the air.

The tools I use as a creator to film, edit, stay organized, and actually get content done.

A wider shelf than the beginner Claude ebook that already sold: chat tools, books for shipping software, and books for staying a company of one. Two titles are mine. The others are one book for one job, with the limit stated in the note. Barnes & Noble when the ebook is there. Amazon when it is not.

My favorite cozy, yet functional desk essentials I use to keep my workspace calm, organized, and creative ✨

The tech that actually travels. Lightweight, compact, and good-looking enough to use in a café in Lisbon or a co-working space in Bali — without looking like you raided a Best Buy clearance section.

The complete Sony FX30 cinema kit for $4,254 before tax and shipping: body, lens, media, power, tripod, audio, bag and backup storage, itemized below. Some links may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Built for solo shooters buying their first cinema camera on the Sony path: cinema-line menus and Cine EI exposure, class-leading autofocus, and the deepest affordable lens ecosystem here. Prices verified October 19-20, 2026 from retailer listings; this guide is desk research, not hands-on testing.

Gaming and streaming stuff I like and recommend. From pc peripherals and parts to games I play, it’s all things I have and use.

Small gadgets, big upgrades. These are the affordable tech buys I keep recommending to friends — chargers, speakers, smart lights and more, all under $40.

My memory is not a reliable system, so every idea, meeting, task, and object needs a place to land the moment it shows up. These 15 tools do the catching: wearables and voice for ideas on the move, recorders and AI notetakers for meetings, smart paper for handwritten notes, and labels and trackers for the things I would otherwise lose. Meetings sit in the Efficiency vector of my 4 Productivity Vectors framework, and four of these exist to lighten them.

I’m a big gamer and while I do have a full setup at home it doesn’t hurt to have a travel setup for those downtime when you’re on the road. I’ve gone through various iterations and gear and found one that works for me. Still looking for the best adapter to use but I’m currently using a standard anker one.

After years of creating content across YouTube, Amazon, blogs, and social media, I’ve dialed in the tools that actually help me stay consistent, improve production quality, and grow faster. Whether you’re starting out or streamlining your workflow, this list includes my go-to apps, gear, and platforms — plus tested alternatives many creators swear by. Each one earns its place by saving time, boosting quality, or helping me stay organized.

Things I actually use every day as a full time college student in New York with a 4.0 GPA

Here are a few things in my tech cart list and items I’ve purchased over the years I didn’t need but enjoy and love that I have them! ✨💕

Let’s be honest—working from home can be equal parts dreamy and distracting. Whether you’re juggling Zoom calls from your kitchen table or transforming your spare room into a productivity powerhouse, the right setup makes all the difference. That’s why I’ve curated this no-fluff list of work-from-home essentials to help you stay focused, comfy, and maybe even a little bit inspired. From smart electronics that streamline your day, to desk must-haves that spark joy (yes, a cute coffee warmer does count), to supplements that support your brain during marathon email sessions—and even a few travel picks for when your “home office” hits the road—this guide has everything you need to thrive from 9 to whenever-you-log-off.

You don't need the Ultra to get the Samsung experience. The FE and A-series bring flagship features — great screens, solid cameras, years of updates — at prices that don't hurt. This is the budget Samsung setup that doesn't feel budget. All from samsung.com (verified affiliate-supported). Honest notes on what you give up vs the flagships, and when it's worth stepping up. Picks are a hybrid of Amazon and official brand stores (Samsung, Anker, Logitech, Soundcore) — all US links, so what you see is what you can actually buy.

A balanced shelf of small tech upgrades for listening, charging, working, reading, and staying organized.

These are some tech that I use either at my desk when I'm working, when I'm relaxing at home, when I'm out and about, or even just enjoying my space at home.

A practical starting gear list for setting up to stream video games from a PlayStation 4, covering the basics you need to go live without overspending on extras you don't need yet.

These are the exact items I myself use to film my videos. Good lighting and good sound and a clear image are so important.

I can do my jobs from ANYWHERE so I am always prepared to work, grab content, provide snacks for myself and toddler, and tackle anything that may come up! I use all of these personally and haven’t recommended anything that is truly not in my bag.

Gifts that I know the men in my life enjoy 😉

Meticulously researched for the smoothest gaming experience, here are all the pieces that complete my set up.

I am a huge fan of Atari 8-bit computers including the Atari 400 and 800, 600XL and 800XL, as well as the 65XE and 130XE. I have a nice collection and repair, use, and modify the computer regularly. This is a list of items I own and use to enhance my retro Atari experience. These are all trusted devices from reliable sellers including a few items from me!

Content creation doesn't have to be difficult or expensive and it wont be if you have access to the right tools. The two most important things on this list is going to be CANVA and ChatGPT. I would honestly get the paid version of both but the Free versions are just as powerful.

Acá una lista de elementos básicos para que armes tu propio estudio musical desde casa, de gran calidad pero sin gastarte todo tu dinero! La mayoría son cosas que yo elegí y compré para el mío después de muuucha investigación, así que espero que te sea útil!

If you are serious about content creating. Here are some of my absolute must haves that will help create good quality content.

Transform your Kindle into the ultimate reading companion ✨ From must-have accessories to cozy reading essentials, this list has everything you need to level up your Kindle setup. Whether you’re a night reader, a travel bookworm, or just love making your reading space aesthetic, these finds will help you stay comfortable, organized, and inspired. Think page-turning devices, protective covers, and other little luxuries that make digital reading feel extra special. Perfect for Kindle, Kobo, and Boox readers!

Not everyone can afford $300+ on creator equipment as a beginner, so I made this list of budget friendly creator tools. Plus a list of websites and apps to get some collabs started.

Every new semester is a fresh start, and the right tools can make all the difference. I’ve handpicked my favorite gadgets, supplies, and tuition resources that actually make studying easier, staying organized simpler, and learning more fun. These are items and services I wish I had as a student — from time-saving tech to budget-friendly learning platforms. Whether you’re in high school, college, or doing online classes, you’ll find something here to make your school year smoother and more productive.

A working list of tech and productivity gear for frequent travelers and people who work while on the road. Every pick here is chosen against the same standard used across this account's other lists: a real, checkable reason — independent testing, review data, or a documented spec — not just a trending product. Real drawbacks are noted here, not hidden, including for picks that didn't test perfectly. 15 items today covering audio, charging, connectivity, and work-on-the-go gear. Some links may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Recommendations are chosen for usefulness first, commission second.

Every year I'd prop my phone against a cereal box, hit record, and watch it topple over right as someone opened the big gift. The footage was always shaky, half-cut-off, or aimed at the ceiling. If you're the family member who gets stuck filming instead of actually being in the moment — this is everything I use now to capture holidays, birthdays, and random Tuesday chaos hands-free. Took me four Christmases of terrible footage to nail this setup.

Everything I need to work, pay bills, organize my house maintenance and more.

You know that moment where you're already under the covers, half asleep, and suddenly remember you left the space heater on downstairs? Or the curling iron. Or the coffee maker. I used to physically get up six times a night like some kind of paranoid zombie. This list is for anyone who wants to stop doing that. Every single thing here I actually use to run my house from my phone, my couch, or my pillow. Took me two years of buying the wrong stuff to land on what actually works.

If a messy, cord-covered desk causes daily frustration, upgrading your workspace with dedicated cable routing, under-desk mounts, and ergonomic desk accessories makes a big difference. This list features magnetic cable raceways, under-desk power strip trays, and subtle wrist-support tools designed to clean up messy wires and build a functional, clutter-free desk setup.

Whether you’re a freshman panicking on what to bring to college or a mom buying it all for their child these are the bare necessities you’ll need!

These are everyday must have items I need to be successful when it comes to studying and working. I also make sure to bring these everywhere I go with me.

My commute is long, so I have slowly upgraded the car with gadgets that make every drive safer and less stressful. A solid phone mount, a dependable dash cam, and a portable tire inflator have all saved my day at least once. These are the car tech gadgets I keep in our cars. Tell me your commute must have in the comments! (This list contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.)

Who says budget PCs have to look like a boring office box? We're building a sleek, minimalist setup that handles modern gaming easily, while keeping your bank account perfectly happy.

These birthday gift ideas skip the stuff everyone already owns and go straight to things people actually use, sorted from an easy grab under thirty dollars up to a splurge built to last for years. Twenty picks across candles, jewelry, tech and one very good pot, so there is something here no matter who the birthday belongs to.

My survival guide to PA school. Some of the things that helped me & kept me sane.

Everything I need for my laptop when I'm working from home or traveling

1L is hard enough, this list walks you through what I wish I’d have gotten before the first week of classes (or what I was thankful I did)

Game streaming essentials for starters

Spent two years hunched over a laptop on my kitchen table and my neck started making sounds no neck should make. If you're reading this with your chin practically touching your keyboard, slouching through another eight-hour workday — I tested a ridiculous number of laptop stands so you can skip the chiropractor bills I racked up.

These are my top picks for staying organized, comfortable, and efficient, while working from home!

That dreaded ‘Storage Almost Full’ notification hit me mid-vacation while trying to photograph the ocean — turns out I had three copies of every blurry sunset since 2019. Spent a weekend sorting through apps, cables, drives, and cloud plans until my phone felt brand new again. If you're someone who takes 47 photos of the same meal and never deletes any of them, this is the exact setup that got me from ‘can’t even update my apps' to 40GB of breathing room.

These are the best Amazon gadgets and everyday essentials I actually own and reach for daily, not sponsored, not gifted, just stuff that genuinely improved how I sleep, work, and get through the day. From the Stanley tumbler to the Amazon Echo to a memory foam pillow that changed my life, these are the most useful things I've ever ordered. If you're building your perfect home setup or just looking for smart everyday buys, start here. #CommissionsEarned

My favorite Amazon content creation essentials! Shop the camera gear, lighting, microphones, tripods, phone accessories, and filming tools I use to create content for TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and UGC.

Sharing my favorite accessories to keep my devices safe and that make it easier to use them

Tech | this 2026, i'm starting my UGC journey. if you want to get into UGC as well, check out some of my essentials!

Phone cases I found that are cute, fun, and actually practical to use. I like designs that make the phone look nicer but still feel safe for everyday use.

A curated breakdown of the exact microphones, headphones, software, and instruments I use to create music down in New Zealand.

If I’m going to spend 40 hours somewhere, you better believe I’m going to make it feel like home. These are home office and office office supply must haves I love that make the work week a little better ☺️