Top 25 Gadgets · Week of October 15, 2026
Apple AirPods Pro 3
Apple's wireless earbuds that block out background noise. The easy pick if you use an iPhone.
Apple AirTag (2nd Generation)
A small tracker you clip to your keys, wallet or bag so your iPhone can find it. Good for anyone who loses things. You need an iPhone.
Soundcore by Anker Q20i ANC Headphones
Low-priced over-ear headphones that block out noise. A good budget pick for travel or work.
Anker Soundcore 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
A small waterproof Bluetooth speaker with long battery life.
Anker USB-C to USB-C 60W Cable (2-Pack)
Two USB-C charging cables. Most new phones, earbuds and laptops use this plug.
20W Portable Bluetooth Speaker
A low-priced waterproof Bluetooth speaker for the garage, deck or beach.
Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector
Apple's wired earbuds for iPhones with the older Lightning plug.
Apple EarPods with USB-C Plug
Apple's wired earbuds for newer iPhones and other USB-C devices.
JBL Go 5 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
A tiny waterproof Bluetooth speaker you can clip to a bag.
Beats Solo 4 Wireless On-Ear Headphones
Wireless on-ear headphones with long battery life. Works with iPhone and Android.
Apple AirPods 5
Apple's newest standard AirPods, with noise cancelling.
Soundcore P30i by Anker Noise Cancelling Earbuds
Low-priced wireless earbuds with noise cancelling.
Bose QuietComfort Headphones
Over-ear headphones that block out a lot of noise. A safe high-end pick for flights and the office.
JBL Go 4 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
A tiny waterproof Bluetooth speaker.
JLab Go Air Pop+ Earbuds
Very cheap wireless earbuds. Good as a backup pair.
Plaud Note Pro AI Voice Recorder
A small recorder that records meetings and calls and uses AI to write up notes.
TAGRY True Wireless Earbuds
Low-priced wireless earbuds with long battery life.
JBL Flip 5 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
A waterproof Bluetooth speaker with big sound for its size.
Roku Streaming Stick HD
Plugs into your TV to stream Netflix, sports and more, with a voice remote.
Amazon Fire TV Stick HD
Plugs into your TV to stream shows, with an Alexa voice remote.
BassBloom Roar 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
A waterproof Bluetooth speaker with lights.
Apple iPad 11-inch (A16, 128GB, Wi-Fi)
Apple's basic iPad for streaming, browsing and reading.
Beats Studio Pro Wireless Headphones
Wireless over-ear headphones with noise cancelling.
JBL Charge 6 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
A tough waterproof Bluetooth speaker that can also charge your phone.
Amazon Echo Dot
A small Alexa smart speaker for music, timers and questions.