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    30 Tech Products You Probably Didn’t Realize You Needed In Your Life Until Now

    Tech these out!

    1. A pack of screen protectors that'll save your phone screen from cracking if you drop it. They're made of tempered glass, making them extra durable. They're also super thin, so they won't interfere with the sensitivity of your touchscreen.

    2. A pack of ear hook attachments that'll make your AirPods fit better, if they're feeling a little loose. They're made of a flexible silicone material that'll fit snugly over your earphones and will keep them from sliding around when you're walking or working out.

    Four sets of silicone ear hooks for AirPods. One pair is on the AirPods and the others are beside an iPhone

    3. A charging station with six USB ports that'll fit any style of charging cable. It also has seven detachable dividers to keep your gadgets neat and tidy while they're plugged in.

    A large rectangular charing station with five phones and a tablet charging

    4. A light ring that'll attach to your phone, so you can shine bright like a diamond in all your selfies. You can also use it on your tablet or laptop to give you more light while you video chat. It has three brightness levels and a layer of gel on the back to keep it from scratching your devices.

    A person holding up a phone to take a selfie with a large round light ring clamped to the top

    5. A pack of thumb grips that'll decorate the joysticks on your Nintendo Switch or Switch Lite with a pair of pawesome prints. They're made with soft silicone that'll keep your fingers from feeling sore after playing a few hours of Animal Crossing.

    6. An Echo Dot holder that'll keep your speaker off your desk or counter top, so it won’t get wet or take up space. It works with both horizontal and vertical outlets, and there's room at the back to store the cord.

    A before image of a small round Echo Dot speaker on a kitchen counter with its long cord and an after image of the speaker in a small base and plugged into the wall with the no cords showing

    7. A handy phone grip for anyone who always has their device in their hand. It'll make it easier to hold your phone for long periods of time and also prevent you from dropping it. Plus, the fun print adds an extra pop of colour to your case.

    8. A universal charger that'll give your rechargeable batteries a little juice and save you from constantly buying disposable ones. There's a small screen that'll show the charge of each one and you can fit two 9V or four AA, AAA, C, or D batteries at a time.

    A small rectangular battery charger with four different sized batteries in the slots

    9. A genius Tile Mate that uses Bluetooth technology to keep tabs on your devices. You can attach one to your wallet, camera, keys — really, anything you don’t want to lose — and use the free Tile phone app to track them.

    10. A pack of cable protectors that wind around the common stress points on your phone and laptop cords. These little tubes are a small investment that can repair and extend the life of all your charging cables.

    11. A pack of super-thin camera covers for anyone who takes their online privacy and security extra seriously. The covers are compatible with most devices and are a sleeker alternative to the piece of tape you're currently using.

    A person holding a phone with a small cover on the front camera

    12. A power bar that has a combination of cord and USB outlets, so you can plug in all your devices with ease. It has a six-foot-long cord that can reach all the places a wall socket can't and there are four keyholes on the back, if you want to mount it to the wall.

    A long power bar with eight outlets along with two USB ports

    13. A phone mount for the car that has a magnetized surface instead of clamps or cradles to keep your phone from falling. Its face can be rotated in any direction, so you can easily adjust or turn the mount to the perfect position.

    A person placing their phone a circular phone mount that is sitting on their car dashboard

    14. A docking station that'll give you a place to stash and charge your Nintendo Switch controllers. There are two LED lights at the center that'll turn red when they're charging and green when they're finished. It can hold up to four Joy-Cons, so you'll always have a pair to spare when you're gaming.

    A small docking station with three Switch controllers charging on it

    15. A super-sturdy headphone mount that'll fit right under your table and keep your bulky headset from cluttering your desk. It can hold two pairs and has three USB ports, so you can charge other devices, too. You also have the option of installing it using screws or a strip of double-sided tape.

    A pair of headphones and a digital watch hang from a hook under a table A pair of phones sit on the table

    16. A pack of braided lightning cords that can actually go the distance. They range from three to ten feet long and are made of extra-durable nylon fibre, so they won't bend and shred like other phone cables.

    17. A small, but mighty power bank charger, so you can charge your tech on the go. The sleek and compact design makes it easy to travel with and it has two USB ports, so you can charge a couple devices at once.

    A person holding a slim rectangular power bank charger in their hand

    18. An Apple Watch stand that'll give you a place to stash your device when you're charging it. It's made of silicone and is small enough that it won't take up a lot of space on your bedside table.

    19. A pack of tiny cable clips, if your charging cords constantly end up on the floor near your desk or bed. They have an adhesive sticker on the bottom, so you can stick them wherever you like. Plus, they come in three sizes to hold one, two, or three cords at a time.

    A set of charging cords secured to clips near a laptop

    20. A flexible phone mount that'll clip to your bed, desk, or breakfast tray, so you don't have to hold up your phone while you watch TV or video chat.

    21. A silicone keyboard cover that'll protect your computer from accidental spills, crumbs, and dust. Now you can eat and drink near your laptop without fear of getting it dirty or damaged. It's easy to remove, so you can give it a quick wipe before reinstalling.

    A silicone keyboard cover fitted over the laptop keys with a plastic cup with water dripping onto the laptop

    22. A wireless charger that's a faster and more efficient way to charge your phone than plugging it in. It's compatible with most smartphones and will charge them, even when the case is on. There's a special coating on the surface to keep your device from slipping off while it's charging.

    23. A super-cool alarm clock for anyone who wants to become more of a morning person. It has a warm light that gets brighter and brighter before your alarm goes off, mimicking the sunrise and making it easier for you to wake up.

    A person sitting up in bed and looking at a small around alarm clock on their bedside table the clock has a large round light

    24. A instant camera-inspired AirPods case that’ll protect and accessorize your earphones. It comes with a little carabiner clip that'll make it easy to attach to your keychain or bag. There's also a little cutout at the bottom, so you can charge your case without taking off the skin.

    A small silicone skin for an AirPod case that's in the shape of a Polaroid camera

    25. A Fujifilm Instax Mini that's both a camera and a printer. It has the basic features of a digital camera (like built-in storage, cool filters, and fun, animated frames), but will also allow you to print pictures from your phone.

    26. A double-ended cleaning brush that'll keep your keyboard AND screen in tip-top shape. One side has a microfibre pad to remove fingerprints and smudges from your screen, while the other side has a soft rectractable brush that'll keep your keys free of dust and food.

    27. A portable 3-in-1 tripod with flexible octopus-like legs, so you can mount it anywhere. It has a screw on the top to fit most cameras, a clip to mount your phone or GoPro, and a universal Bluetooth remote control to take photos from a distance.

    A tripod with its legs curled around a wooden fence with a phone secured to the top

    28. A travel-friendly Kindle that'll let you carry your impressive library collection with you at all times. It comes with extra storage and has a long-lasting battery, so you can read whatever you want with the touch of a button.

    A Kindle eReader lying on a large knit blanket

    29. A wireless keyboard that'll transform your tablet into a mini laptop. It uses Bluetooth technology, making it compatible with almost any Apple, Windows, or Android device. And it comes with a small adjustable stand, so you can prop up your tablet at whatever angle you'd like.

    30. And finally, a tech organizer that'll store all your charging cords and headphones, so you know exactly where they are when you need them. It has three mesh pockets to fit all your tech, and it's small enough that you can fit it in your backpack.

    A small rectangular fabric case is open with three mesh pockets inside holding charging cords and plug adapters

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