15 Useful gadgets to make your day a little easier
Originally published at Gadget Flow on June 24, 2019.
- What’s one quick way to simplify my life? Use a smart assistant! They can answer questions quickly and easily and integrate with all your devices. Google Assistant and Alexa are both top choices.
- Is there a better way to carry all my stuff during the day? Absolutely — check out our Everyday Carry category for some great solutions.
- Where can I find more useful gadgets? We have a category full of products like this that you’re truly going to love.
Innovation is always the result of need; whether we need to get a spaceship to safely return to Earth or just a better way to carry our cash. While Apollo 13 was a truly remarkable show of real-time innovation, plenty of us are perfectly content with finding solutions for the small stuff.
Check out these incredibly useful gadgets that will take care of the small stuff to make your life easier.
360 ONLY Super-Strength Magnetic Lighter
Be honest: how many lighters have you lost in your lifetime? Probably too many to count. The 360 ONLY is a super-strength lighter with a magnetic attachment. This means you can stick to your fridge, your toolbox, the side of your car, or even the side of your stainless steel tumbler. You’ll never have to worry about losing it again.
Price: $8
TAGIT Perfect-Folding Umbrella
One of the most annoying things about a rainy day, other than the fact that it’s raining, is dealing with the mess you bring indoors. TAGIT is an umbrella that folds quickly and perfectly every time, minimizing the amount of mess. Thanks to the Teflon EcoElite coating, water quickly falls away to keep you dry.
Price: $46
Moshi SnapTo Magnetic Mounting System
All of us probably spend too much time on our devices, and that contributes to poor posture and aches and pains. But the SnapTo system lets you magnetically attach your smartphone wherever you need it whether that’s on a wall, door, or anywhere else that’s convenient.
Price: $18.95
Dreamfarm Tapi Instant Faucet Drinking Fountain
From that first sip in the morning to rinsing after you brush your teeth, there’s no elegant way to drink from the tap. That is until Tapi was invented. Attaching to your faucet, it instantly transforms your faucet into a drinking fountain. You can say goodbye to splashed water and hello to a steady cold stream.
Price: $5.95
WINGBRUSH Interdental Toothbrush
Do you listen when your dentist tells you to floss? You probably should. But, unlike the annoying process of floss, WINGBRUSH is an innovative toothbrush that makes it easier than ever. Just align the brush and push it through your teeth. The compact bristles latch onto and remove small particles to keep your teeth clean.
Price: $6.35
STEALTHO Magic Office Chair Replacement Wheels
Keep your comfy desk chair but upgrade the way you glide around. The STEALTHO Magic Office Chair Replacement Wheels do just what they say: they replace your annoying wheels. They install easily and allow you to glide around with grace, including over cables and thresholds.
Price: $45.99
PBspoon Perfect Peanut Butter Spoon
Now you can get every last spec of peanut butter with the PBspoon. Perfectly designed and contoured, this clever spoon scrapes every nook and cranny of the jar. Along with the long handle, you can access every morsel of your peanut butter so none goes to waste.
Price: $12
Wetsleeve Wearable Hydration Sleeve
Offering a truly hands-free drinking experience, Wetsleeve lets you wear your water on the go. It wraps comfortably around your wrist and holds an impressive 12 ounces. When you need a sip, just put the mouthpiece to your lips. Your adventures have never been so hydrated!
Price: $39
Ruggie Effective Alarm Clock
Is your alarm on your smartphone not cutting it? If you find yourself hitting snooze far too much, Ruggie is for you. This rug requires you to physically get out of bed and stand on top in order to stop the alarm. This physical involvement is sure to wake up and energize even the most sound sleepers.
Price: $74
Handy Camel Giant Bag Clip
Lugging around heavy bags of mulch is the least favorite part of gardening for everyone. The same goes for any DIY that includes heavy bags. The Handy Camel is a giant bag clip complete with a handle. Just snap it on and easily carry your materials anywhere you need.
Price: $19.99
Vortix Insect Bite Cure Device
Warm summer sun? Great. Influx of mosquitos and bites? Not so much. With Vortix, you can instantly and easily cure your insect bites. Just place the device on your skin and press the button. Vortix delivers concentrated heat and vibration to the affected area to increase blood flow and circulation, relieving you of pain and itching.
Price: $39
UCO Titan Stormproof Match Kit
All it takes it a little bit of water to destroy a pack of matches. Well, only if they’re not the UCO Titan Stormproof Matches. Able to withstand harsh conditions, these extra long matches can also be relit after they get wet. Ideal for any adventure, the matches burn for a full 25 seconds.
Price: $8.70
Würkin Stiffs Power Stays Magnetic Collar Stays
Don’t you hate when you’re rocking your look but Mother Nature has other plans? The Power Stays are magnetic collar stays that keep your collar secure and stylish no matter how windy it gets. From button-downs to dress shirts to sportswear, they slide into the collar stays slot and connect to your shirt with a magnet.
Price: $22.50
Joseph Joseph Flexible Toilet Brush
How clean is your toilet? Even if you clean it every day with a regular toilet brush, it’s probably not that clean. The Flexible Toilet Brush from Joseph Joseph has been redesigned with the toilet in mind. It has small yet sturdy bristles and an innovative shape to scrape away any and all bacteria.
Price: $24.99
Gleener Ultimate Fuzz Remover Fabric Shaver
Rather than throw away your pilled clothing, the Ultimate Fuzz Remover helps them look like new. The fabric shaver also includes a lint remover. Simply glide it over your clothing to remove lint, pet hair, and fuzz balls. Your newly revived wardrobe will thank you.
Price: $19.99