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1. A device charging station with a glorious ~six~ roomy slots for organizing and seamlessly charging all of your must-have devices, so you can get rid of the mass of tangled cables on your desk and floor. Plus, since you'll have a designated spot for all of your tech products, you'll misplace them less often.
Promising review: "I was expecting something a little bigger, a little bulkier. What I got was a pleasant little package that packs a cool punch. You have to assemble the plastic separators but once that's done and you've plugged it in, there are some really cool features. The first was unexpected: There are six USB-to-iPhone cables included in the box! The second cool feature is the plastic separating shelves light up. it's really attractive. The best part about the lights, however, is that they TURN OFF when your device is fully charged. How cool is that? I bought this to use in my bedroom at night for my kids to plug in their devices before bed. It's not too bright to disturb my sleep (but it is across the room). I am very pleased with this product and would definitely recommend!"—Morgan Hanzlik
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
2. A portable USB-powered cooling pad if your laptop starts making that airplane-is-about-to-take-off sound after you've been working for only 10 minutes (?!). This slim gadget contains three fans that'll keep your computer calm and collected so you can get your work done in peace (and keep the top of your legs comfortable if you're working with your computer in your lap).
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Jenae Sitzes says: "I've had this cooling pad since 2018, though I mainly use it with my personal laptop when I'm playing PC games. The pad itself is super quiet and not distracting, and it does a fantastic job of actively cooling down my now-older laptop while it's working hard to run games, so I can vouch for its effectiveness. It's also *fantastic* to use while you're working with your laptop on the couch, keeping your legs away from the heat without feeling bulky or heavy. If you're using a MacBook, be sure to pick up a USB-C hub to connect this (I've used this one for years and like it!)."
Promising review: "Best purchase I have made in years. Only had it two days, but the first words out of my mouth to my wife were, 'I can work for hours like this.' If you work from home and like to work on the couch, recliner, breakfast nook, patio, etc, and you have your computer in your lap, this is an absolute must-have. Not only does it keep your legs and lap cool, but it also keeps your computer cool and able to process much more efficiently." —Trent Thiel
Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in three colors).
3. A Kindle/iPad remote control page turner so you can get comfortable in bed or your tub and get fully engrossed in your reading without *constantly* lifting your entire hand to turn the screen page, thus repeatedly jolting yourself out of ~the zone~. With the press of a button, this'll make turning pages as easy as if you were reading a paper book.
Check out a TikTok of the remote page turner in action.
Psst — A lot of reviewers like to pair this with a gooseneck tablet holder so it'll stay upright in front of them without having to hold it!
Promising review: "This product makes reading so damn convenient. It’s so easy to hold, you can strap it onto your wrist so you don’t misplace it when using it. So far the battery life has been spectacular. I just mirror my iPad screen to my TV and make the font size hysterically large and get under my covers and just click away. I don’t have to move a muscle. I don’t know why I didn’t buy this sooner. I’m so obsessed. This is a must have for anyone who reads from a Kindle or iPad. Just cocoon yourself under your blankets and enjoy your book without having to stick a hand out into the cold to turn the page. It sounds lazy but trust me once you have a clicker, you won’t know what to do without one." —Jessica
Get it from Amazon for $32.99.
4. A USB-powered LED light strip to help upgrade your movie-watching experience by bringing in some ambient light to better *highlight* your display.
Promising review: "Made my living room look like an expensive home theater. Backlighting around the TV really makes the picture stand out. If you are going to watch TV with all other lights off and in a dark room, get the remote control with it so you can adjust for brightness." — -----
Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in nine sizes).
5. A dongle holder that will keep your audio adapter securely attached to your keychain, backpack, or purse so you'll never have to frantically turn your home upside down searching for it ever again – because IT WILL SIMPLY BE SECURED TO YOUR KEYCHAIN!! *Hallelujah*
I recently bought this for myself and let me tell you, it is life-changing. I refuse to convert from my beloved wired headphones to Bluetooth earbuds, but as a result I've had to buy "dongles," or headphone jack adaptors, that allow my headphones to fit in the port of my smartphone. I've now been losing, looking for, and resentfully buying replacement dongles for years LOL (no exaggeration). The Dongle Dangler snaps my dongle into its holder securely and safely, and I attached it to my keychain so that it has a permanent spot now. I'm literally so thrilled to have found this gadget, and for less than $5 too!
Promising review: "I kept misplacing my little dongle, leaving it everywhere but where I actually needed it. So after weeks of eyeballing this dangler, I decided to just go for it. I now have the dongle attached to my keys at all times. It’s there when I need it and stays put when I don’t. I’ve toted this thing around on a daily basis for at least three months, tossed it in my bag, pulled it out of my bag, smashed it with stuff in my bag and the dongle has never once moved. It’s attached securely. So, if you’re tired of tracking down your dongle, just break down and buy it. Worth every cent." –rprm
Dongle Dangler launched on Kickstarter in 2016.
Get it from Amazon for $4.99+ (also available in a pack of two).
6. A sofa arm caddy for keeping everything you need (~remote, phone, glasses...Kindle, lip balm, tissues??~) within easy reach instead of lost between the cushions, tangled up in a blanket, or TBH in some alternate dimension, which *personally* sends me into a fit of frustration like no other.
It also fits under a seat cushion or a mattress.
Promising reviews: "Our remotes and reading glasses were always missing when needed. I saw this over the couch arm organizer and ordered. It was just what we needed. The slip resistant backing keeps it in place. There are four small pockets for remotes/glasses and one large pocket for bigger items." —Mary H Lombard
"Perfect for my needs. I had surgery on my right hand and needed a place for the items I would need during recovery while my hand is splinted. I purchased this armrest organizer to put on the left side of my recliner and it works perfectly! This organizer hasn't slipped at all and I'm pleased with the smooth cotton fabric. There is plenty of room for the items I need like my phone, iPad, TV remote, etc." —CLH
Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in 10 colors).
7. A Wi-Fi extender so you can *finally* boost the internet range throughout your home, 'cause you should be able to doom scroll in peace wherever you want, not just where your pesky router is!
Promising reviews: "When I first started working from home I was having trouble with the audio and video quality of my web meetings and even lost the connection to them at least twice a day. I decided to try this and in the two months I have had it I have had ZERO connectivity issues. I'm in a ranch-style home with the router in the basement and my office on the ground floor as far away from the router as I could be. It didn't seem like that should be far enough to make a difference since each floor is only 1,200 square feet. However, I plugged the unit into a socket in the hallway outside my office and it has made a fantastic difference in my office as well as on the TV in the bedroom across the hall. No stuttering on the TV, no issues during Zoom, Webex, or Microsoft Teams meetings. Absolutely worth every penny. And I am not being compensated in any way for this review." —Baker & Candy maker
Get it from Amazon for $48.93.
8. A pair of wireless sleep headphones that you can use for playing white noise to fall asleep, listening to your fave podcast or music while traveling or working out, and ~so much more.~ You'll be the envy of everyone else still dealing with their earbuds falling out mid-run and mid-sleep.
Promising review: "I love this product!! These headband headphones have been a sleep saver for me!! I don’t sleep well and need to fall asleep listening to something but my husband can’t sleep with any light or sound around him. This headband headphones allow me to listen to a podcast, white noise or anything I want to without disturbing my husband. The sound quality is very good and it is comfortable to wear. I’m a side sleeper and the speakers do not hurt my ear or head and I typically fall asleep easily wearing it. One of my best Amazon purchases!!" —Allyson
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in 19 colors).
9. A caterpillar cord organizer who is a VERY good boy and whose personal mission is to keep 👏 those 👏 cables 👏 organized! 👏
Promising review: "He is perfect and pure and good and has never done anything wrong in his whole life. Somehow at least like 53 times cuter in person??? Also does a great job holding all my cables because of course he does. 10/10 would buy this good good boy again." —Jennii
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
10. A reviewer-beloved, vibrant wireless keyboard and mouse set so your WFH aesthetic will be sunny and cute instead of bland. The keyboard is also full size, so it has that convenient numeric pad on the right.
The USB receiver is what helps this keyboard and mouse duo work wirelessly (no Bluetooth needed). Simply insert in your computer to connect!
Promising reviews: "This is ADORABLE! I love love love everything about this keyboard. It’s satisfying to the touch, and visually appealing. It’s easy to hook up (just some batteries and plug in to your computer)! I love green and it matches well with my room and desk setup." —Seba
"I absolutely love [this keyboard]!... It connects to your Mac/PC laptop with a USB piece and is operated by AA batteries. The keys really do feel like a typewriter and I get all the nostalgia and fun of typing on a mechanic keyboard. 10/10." —Katherine Dinh
Get it from Amazon for $28.71+ (available in 11 colors).
Pssst... If you're looking for a compact version (i.e., without the numeric keypad), Amazon has that too! Check it out for $27.89.
11. A personalized charger cable name tag if you're sick of your roommates, kids, or coworkers borrowing your cables and "adopting" them as their own — or simply no longer want to be confused about whose charger is whose. Allow these sleek name tags to solve the problem.
Along with the nametag, this also includes a new charger for iPhone or Android!
Promising review: “These stopped the fighting in my household over cords. Great, very useful product!” —Jen Testa
Delightful Luna is a North Carolina-based small biz that makes cute, 3D-printed problem-solving products for you and your home.
Get it from Delightful Luna on Etsy for $6.25+ (available in 16 colors and for iPhone and Android).
12. An AirFly Pro wireless transmitter that you can plug into the TV screen on the airplane, so you can use your own wireless earbuds and not have to pay extra to buy those wired headphones they sell on the plane that you'd probably never use again.
You can even pair two sets of headphones at once to the AirFly! They work on gym and gaming equipment, too.
Promising review: "Ever since I purchased my wireless Bose earbuds, I always hated having to use another set when I was on an airplane with the seat-back entertainment system. I tried many different models to connect the system to my Bluetooth headsets until I came across this one, and it is amazing! It seamlessly connects to my headset, very clear and reliable audio, and it takes the stress away from having to carry multiple headsets! Thank you!!!" —Ryan Malloy
Twelve South is a husband and wife-owned biz based in Charleston, South Carolina! They've been designing accessories inspired by and made for Apple products since 2009.
Get it from Amazon for $54.99.
13. Plus a hands-free (rotating!) phone mount designed for use on any airplane. It can mount to the tray table, to the arm of a chair, or any flat surface so you can easily tuck in and keep binge-watching The Sopranos wherever you are, easy-peasy.
Promising review: "I bought this nifty gadget about six months ago for a multi-leg, ultra long haul trip and it more than held up the entire duration. I was able to finagle it to fit the tray tables on different planes and like others, I find the height just nice when clamped onto a stowed tray table. It also works on my roller carry-on handle during layovers. However, I find myself using it a lot outside of travel too! Work-wise, I've clamped it onto my office desk shelving to hold my phone at eye level beside my computer. At home, I simply clamped it to a deck of cards and it turns into a versatile stand that I can place on any flat surface. Heck, I've been using it to hold my phone comfortably at eye level while watching videos in bed. It's extremely well-built and I find myself fidgeting with it all the time. Thus far it still feels solid and I don't anticipate breaking it any time soon. Even if it does break, I'll be happy to buy another one or two of it!" —Earendil
Get it from Amazon for $12.97 (available in three colors).
14. A pretty silicone keyboard to prevent cookie and potato chip crumbs from getting under your keys when you work through lunch or are up late studying, because it's all fun and games until certain letters stop working. 😬 All I can say is that when I spilled coffee on my laptop last year and crashed it, I *really* wished I had been using one of these.
Promising review: "I don't eat over my laptop but somehow it picks up crumbs, dust, etc. during my daily use. Before finding this keyboard cover, I was regularly cleaning my keyboard with canned air. That, however, is a thing of the past. This keyboard cover fits perfectly, sticks so that I don't have to shift it over the keys EVER, and most importantly keeps the keyboard clean. A quick swipe with a cleaning cloth is all it needs, if ever. Love it." —BVES
Get it from Amazon for $6.79+ (available in 32 colors).
15. And a low-key genius color-coded keyboard cover with all the shortcuts for Adobe Photoshop at your fingertips. Now you don't have to bang away at your keys guessing at which keys will make the shortcut happen (guilty!). Put your keyboard to work!
Promising review: "This Adobe Photoshop shortcut keyboard is sooooo dope...I am buying another one. I love it. Gives my MacBook so much personality." —Bree Moore
There are also versions for other Adobe programs available at Chic Geeks, which is a Black woman–owned business specializing in gorgeous tech accessories and clever keyboard covers.
Get it from Chic Geeks for $17.20 (available for six different MacBook models).
16. A smart Tile tracker you can attach to your wallet and keys so you can keep track of them through an app on your smartphone. Seriously though, this thing is ingenious — next time you misplace your keys (and literally can't leave the house or get in your car without them!), just check your phone and it'll tell you exactly where they are and make the attached Tile beep until you find them. Crises adverted forever.
The starter pack comes with two Mates, one Slim, and one Sticker.
Promising review: "Best purchase ever. I'm constantly misplacing my wallet, and then panicking. This completely alleviates that stress. It's extremely easy to set up and use. It shows me where my wallet is on a map. And if I'm close by and still can't find it, I can press a button on the app, which causes it to make an audible beep." —Meeshee
Get the starter pack from Amazon for $79.84.
17. A wildly affordable Rocketbook reusable 32-page smartnotebook that allows you to scan your pages right after you write them, so they'll be saved forever on your device. Then you can clear your pages and start again! You'll save money from not buying tons of different notebooks, and you'll help the environment by using a sustainable tech option instead of paper.
Promising review: "A must have. This is a great product and a great idea. I am someone who has a lot of notebooks and journals; I like to write everything down so I remember it. I have wasted countless Post-it Notes writing to-do lists and this little notebook not only helps me preserve my beloved Post-its, it's great for the environment as I'm reusing the same pages instead of tearing them out and starting with a brand-new page or notebook. I wish I had known about this when I was going to college, how much time and money it would have saved me. I love the fact that you can just scan each page and send it to a specific place that you have designated. Way to go, Rocketbook! You are my new favorite thing! I literally show as many people as I can about this." —Natasha
Get it from Amazon for $14.80+ (available in executive and letter sizes and in 18 colors).
18. A silicone charging stand so your AirPods can neatly and easily charge as you work. All ya have to do is plop them in the stand while they're in their case.
Promising review: "This accessory is one that makes you wonder why it wasn't included alongside the original product. The stand looks clean and sleek, blending in with the rest of Apple's devices perfectly. The device works wonderfully, just set your case down and it immediately starts charging." —Jerry Lathrop
Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in three colors).
19. Or for some giggles, a hilarious magnetic AirPod holder shaped like a ~confidently~ posing kitty who'll hold your earbuds up triumphantly while making sassy, saucy eye contact with you.
Promising review: "Awesome product. These are great! So fun and a great decoration for your desk. Magnets work great!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in two colors and a 5-pack).
20. A teeny tiny wireless portable charger so you can text and doom scroll to your ~heart's content~ without having to worry about your phone dying halfway through a night out.
Check out a TikTok of the portable charger in action.
Promising review: "The holy grail of portable chargers!!! I was traveling to Disney for vacation and knowing me, I would drain my battery with just taking pictures alone. I wanted a portable battery but didn’t want to carry a cord either, so I was excited when I found this little baby! It does exactly as described, pretty pink color, and I get one full charge of battery for my iPhone 11. Get it, you will not be disappointed!" —Meghan Doble
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in six colors).
21. A retro-style pixel art game Bluetooth speaker out to steal the heart of lovers of all things nostalgic and cute. This adorable bb pairs to an app on your phone so it can function as a speaker, an alarm clock, a white noise machine (!), a retro game console (!!), *and* a little canvas that you can make your own pixel art on — and the pixel art can dance along to the music you play on the screen! I mean?!!
Check out a TikTok of the retro Bluetooth speaker in action.
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Jenae Sitzes loooves this thing! She writes: "I saw this exact Bluetooth speaker in probably dozens of Tiktoks (like this one) before I picked one up myself, and I honestly can't recommend it enough if you like a cutesy aesthetic. The price might seem high for something that kind of sounds like a toy, but the second you pick it up, it's clear this is a high-quality piece of tech with a ton of functionality. Its speakers are powerful, its screen is bright and vibrant, and the companion app is simply packed with all sorts of customization options. There's programmable RGB lighting under the keyboard keys (which are real buttons), and you can pick from a ton of different clock faces as well!"
Get it from Amazon for $99.90 (available in five colors). (PS: We love this Baby Yoda Bluetooth speaker, too!)
22. A waterproof shower phone holder so you can watch TV or listen to your favorite music in the shower. The mount rotates and has touchscreen abilities, so you can switch apps and change songs no problem. Music and streaming aficionados, you're sure to love this.
Check out a TikTok of the shower phone holder in action.
Promising review: "This waterproof phone case makes listening to music and watching Netflix in the shower so easy!! It’s super easy to put your phone in, fog proof, and easily rotatable. The only thing is sometimes touching the screen through the plastic can be a little difficult, but worked most of the time! It comes with three different backs so you can move it around to many different spots in the house. I got the white color so it would match my shower." —Brittney Steele
Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in seven colors).
23. An Oxo double-ended laptop cleaning brush for deep-cleaning your laptop. It sports a microfiber pad on one side to wipe your screen free of smudges and a soft retractable brush on the other to get in between your keys and remove all those dust and crumbs lurking underneath. Because the machine that's *crucial* to getting your school tasks done deserves a little TLC.
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Katy Herman says, "I have this at my desk in the office (and now at my kitchen table workspace for WFH) and love it! It has a microfiber tip on one side and the WORLD'S SOFTEST retractable bristles on the other. Like, I use this thing more as a fidget toy and for petting the bristles than for cleaning. My laptop is so gross that it's a little past hope, but this has tools have definitely helped make clearing out crumbs and erasing smudges easier and cleaning my computer more fun. It's extra handy for the rest of my desk and swiping away post-lunch debris!"
Get it from Amazon for $11.95.
24. A webcam cover that may be one of the best purchases you ever make, for about as cheap as it gets — because webcam covers are *crucial* for protecting your privacy (and security) from online threats these days. Plus, now that Zoom work is a norm, you'll be able to eat a snack without all your coworkers watching during that meeting that's running 30 minutes over schedule.
Promising review: "I bought these mostly because honestly, everything is via Zoom these days. I never really thought about it till this year. These covers are easy to put on and work well. You can slide the cover with one finger. I would suggest turning on your camera first while you apply these to ensure the full camera is covered. I really like that they come in a pack. One pack covered all my computers. They come off with a little effort, and I didn’t notice a sticky residue. I tried applying and removing it on my computer before trying on my kids' school computers. Very very happy with this purchase!!" —Bethany Bradford
Get a set of three from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in six color combinations and pack sizes).
25. A delightful tiny fidget spinner keycap for you to flick during stressful meetings, writer's block, or an intense internet video. It'll help you stay calm while also getting your creative juices flowing.
It also ships free!
Promising reviews: "Incredibly useful for focusing and helpful while scrolling through boring work emails. Spins very well! I'm quite pleased." —Alessandra Kocol
"Awesome little fidget spinner keycap! Good print quality, nicely fitted for the ESC key, and easy to swap out." —William Xie
KeyCapprints is an Ohio-based small biz that hand makes clever items for tech gadgets.
Get it from KeyCapprints on Etsy for $18.95 (available in 11 colors).
26. A set of Nintendo Switch joystick covers that'll give ya a better grip while you're gaming — oh, and look cute as heck while you're at it! Each pack comes with four covers for you to mix and match or share with your Switch crew.
Promising review: "I just got a Switch and wanted some cute accessories for it. These were really easy to put on and don't move around or fall off. To put them on, I turned them inside out, placed them on top of the joystick and then released the sides to pop back to normal. Definitely recommend 10/10." —Ashley
Get a pack of four from Amazon for $9.29 (available in four designs).
27. A flexible power strip with a five-foot extension cord and pivoting outlets so you'll be able to utilize every port without your chargers blocking some of them (seriously, why is that a thing)? No power strip on the market can compete with this one, IMHO, and it's on my *urgent* wishlist.
Promising reviews: "I saw this on TikTok, so I ordered one. I absolutely love it. Everyone needs one in their life." —Dani Jo Stengsar
"I rarely write a review (this is the second in the past few years). One of the best purchases in a long time. Nice design and very practical. It solves all of my problems as it can go any direction. It's worth every penny. I turned around and bought two more. I am about to buy my fourth one. Love this!" —Pond P.
iJoy sells a variety of tech accessories, speakers, and headphones.
Get it from Amazon for $19.95+ (available in four colors).
28. A sliding portable monitor that attaches securely to your laptop, and easily slides out whenever you need more display space on your computer for your work. Plus, you can move it from room-to-room without needing to take down your whole setup (!). TBH, as someone who used a second monitor at a previous job and misses it *all* the time (*and* constantly sings the praises of second monitors), this is kinda the dream.
You can use this with any Mac, PC, and Chrome laptop that's between 13 and 17.5 inches. It attaches with magnetic device-safe metal plates, so you can move it around from room to room. Plus, you can rotate the display to customize it to fit your work style.
Promising review: "Couldn't ask for a better portable second display. I recently purchased this since many of us are working from home these days. It makes my job and my life easier and does not take up space as a large monitor connected to your laptop would. The customer service rep was amazing and answered my questions. You can use the same SideTrak on a different laptop if you need to (for work/personal use). It's interchangeable. I highly recommend this monitor. I'm very happy with it." —Fightergirl
Get it from Amazon for $299.99 (available in black and silver).
29. A lightweight clip-on ring light so your boss can actually see your face during your Zoom meeting no matter the time of day, without your screen being inexplicably shaded as if you're living in a cave. It has an anti-scratch metal clamp so you can easily take it off your monitor when you're done using it without nicking your device.
The light is powered via USB and has three light colors and 10 brightness levels.
Promising review: "I don't have the best light in my living room. Working from home, I have had my fair share of Zoom and Skype meetings and without this light, my face was shaded no matter how hard I tried to get light. Now with the different shades of light as the day passes, I can change the light brightness and not look like I'm in a dungeon." —Paige Ruark
Get it from Amazon for $19.79.
30. A USB-C multiport adapter 'cause we all love laptops until you need some extra ports that your slim machine doesn't come with. Just plug this into your laptop's USB-C port and gain *seven* extra ports, so you can keep on keepin' on.
This adapter has ports for USB, SD, microSD, and HDMI. Each of the three USB port has a 5Gbps transfer speed, the HDMI streams in 4K or 1080p, and there is a capacity of up to 2TB for the SD cards.
Promising review: "This USB-C Hub comes with great quality for a great price. Definitely worth my money. It is light weighted and small in size, so it is easy to travel. With this hub, I can connect my mouse and keyboard with my MacBook pro without having to buy expensive ones from Apple store. It even supports HDMI, which helps me connect my MacBook Pro to my screen and projector! I wish I can get this earlier. This hub is a pretty cool design! I would highly recommend this to people who need a hub like this and don't want to spend a lot of money." —Zhanpeng Wang
Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in seven colors).
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