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A look at the more niche gadgets on the market.
It can spit out mist for six to eight hours and has an auto shut-off mode. It can also cycle through seven colors.
Get it from Firebox for $54.19.
Promising review: "I have arthritis in my right hand and cannot grip anything, so I found this opener on Amazon. Where has this opener been all my arthritic life? It's so easy to use. Put it on top of a jar, push the button, and violà — it's open. I love it." —iriscb
The puncher comes with 15 strips of material to use (but you can also make picks out of old credit cards or hotel keys), a file, and a keychain that can hold up to 10 picks.
Promising review: "I was a little skeptical at first. Sure, a pick is a simple object, but can they really be that easy to make? It turns out: yes, quick and easy. So far I have used scrap plastic from .6mm to 1.5mm, and have gotten excellent results. Just insert the stock, adjust in the eject window, and push down like a stapler. Do a little sanding and you have a custom pick." —Bill Kaneko
Get it from Amazon for $25.95.
Promising review: "Great product and works as described. The light has three settings that gradually get brighter as you click the power button. Definitely makes a difference in your pics." —eryckahvii
Get it from Amazon for $13.99.
Promising review: "After owning this for several months, I can honestly say I love this little food warmer! Its inner removable metal container and plastic lid are very convenient. I leave the actual Crock-Pot at work and bring home the removable container to fill with lunch for the next day. The lid is super tight and has never leaked, even with soup. I just turn this little crock on about one to two hours before I eat, and my meal is hot and ready when I clock out for lunch! In fact I'm writing this on my lunch break while eating some delicious homemade chili! Seriously, it's awesome!" —amull4723
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
Make a sandwich in under five minutes!
Promising review: "My boyfriend sent me this sort of as a joke; we both thought it was both ridiculous and brilliant to have a McMuffin maker in your house. And then I tried cooking with it for the first time. Holy crap, it's AMAZING. I ended up using frozen waffles for the bread; you have to trim them just a tad, but they are the perfect amount of crispy, and less prone to burning than English muffins. I love experimenting with this, and have built some truly amazing sandwiches." —Elizabeth Joy Weaver
Get it from Amazon for $23.85 (available in three colors).
Promising review: "This little guy is awesome! I got this to take to the beach and have decent quality music to listen to, and this Audio Pet has exceeded my expectations. The sound is great and loud enough to be heard clearly over the wind and crashing waves. It's so small and easy to take along. It is super easy to connect with my phone and then it's instant entertainment!" —Brandi
Get it from Amazon for $22.23+ (compatible with smartphones, tablets, and other Bluetooth devices, and available in seven animals).
Get it from Urban Outfitters for $65.
Promising review: "Another great product that helps you become a healthier you....AND I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT! It's easy to assemble, easy to use, and easy to clean! There are delicious recipes in the book, and even more on the Dessert Bullet Blog! I experimented and made a delicious sweet potato ice cream and egg nog ice cream. If you have children and want them to eat a healthy treat, please invest in this device." —LakeciaA
Get it from Amazon for $159.97.
We've all made Mickey-shaped pancakes on the griddle before, but this takes Disney breakfast to the next level.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this waffle maker! I get a perfect Mickey Mouse waffle every time and it doesn't take up too much room in my kitchen. It arrived quickly and it makes me think of Disneyland every time I use it!" —Jessica
This machine has a fun twist: Instead of special sugar, users can throw in their favorite hard candy. Yes, that's right — peppermint candy floss is possible.
Promising review: "I had a cotton candy machine as a kid in the '60s and found this one for my granddaughters. It works using hot air instead of a hot coil like the one from my youth. This new one does take some time to heat up and only makes small cones. It does clean up fast so that is a big plus over the old type. My girls liked it and enjoyed making some before they turned it over to me as a job to keep them supplied. I do wish that it would make bigger cones. This does not come with any sugar or candy so you should have some on hand when the kids see it." —CobraJ
Promising review: "I use this controller for playing an NES and SNES emulator on my phone which I hook up to a large TV. Feels like I'm playing on an actual console. Anyways, the controller has a rock solid feel. No cheap flimsy plastic here. It's well built, pairs very easily or uses USB." —Bob Lawbla
Get it from Amazon for $34.99.
Promising review: "This is so stinking cute. My cats were scared of it at first, but now they love it. :) I bought it with the Catit multi-feeder and it looks great. It's very quiet, unless it needs to be refilled." —jamie
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
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