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33 Cool Gadgets for Men You Can Buy Right Now

By Author Info  |  Updated November 1, 2023

33 Cool Gadgets for Men You Can Buy Right Now
 

In today’s increasingly complex world, we depend on new technologies & innovations to streamline and simplify; to eliminate hassles and speed everything up. From the ways in which we work to the tools we employ to consume & create content to smart products that are truly transformative, we exist in a world powered by gadgets. Here at WERD, we are constantly on the hunt for the new, the coolest products, the next, so we’re stoked to share this list of the Best Cool Gadgets for Men.

Today’s best new tech innovations do much more than their intended function. They add a layer of convenience and buy back time we used to spend waiting. They keep us on track and productive. Safer, better connected, more entertained & informed—whatever the product’s promise—if it’s legit, we are hooked. And these products become essentials.

The list below is a cross-section of outstanding innovations & clever creations, all designed to make tomorrow better, simpler & smarter than yesterday. That’s progress after all & who doesn’t want more of that? So plug-in & power up our list of the Best Gadgets.



The ASUS ZenBeam L2 Portable LED Projector has a Built-in Battery for Anywhere Entertainment

ASUS ZenBeam L2 Portable LED Projector


 

The compact ZenBeam L2 projector features a throw ratio of 1.2:1, projecting a screen between 40 and 120 inches across. The Full HD resolution, 16.7 million color support, and seven picture modes ensure you get only the best quality video no matter what you’re watching.

Setup is a breeze thanks to the four-corner keystone correction and auto-focus features. The RGB LED is capable of generating up to 400 ANSI lumens and the bulb has a lifespan of 30,000 hours.

Though it’s fairly compact at just 5.2 x 6.8 x 5.2 in, it has a battery life of 3.5 hours, a built-in 10W Harman Kardon speaker, 3.5mm headphone jack, HDMI port, USB port, and support for Google Assistant voice control and Chromecast. It also comes with Android TV pre-installed, so you can easily start watching your favorite movies and TV shows with no need to connect any other devices.




Sonos Move 2 Portable Speaker Promises up to 24 Hours of Playback

Sonos Move 2 Portable Speaker


 

Sonos is stepping up the performance of their Move speaker in what might be the most important way: extending the battery life.

While the original Move had just 11 hours of run time, the second-generation Move 2 now offers a whopping 24 hours. You can play your music for longer before needing to re-charge.

The Move 2 also improves a few other features, including:

  • Enhanced acoustic architecture, including dual tweeters
  • Wider, more spacious sound
  • A wireless charging dock for easy re-charging plus USB-C port for both powering up the speaker and charging mobile devices
  • Speaker-top touch controls
  • Compatibility with Sonos Voice Control and Amazon Alexa
  • Integrated microphone array to enhance calibration of the sound output
  • Wireless linking to connect multiple Move 2 speakers for stereo (or even surround) sound

The speaker is stepping up its game in big ways, and it’s well worth considering if you’re looking to improve your home sound system.




Satechi Delivers the Ultimate Laptop Companion with the Dual Dock Stand

Satechi Dual Dock Stand for MacBook


 

Get ready for maximum versatility and portability.

The Satechi Dual Dock Stand is sized small enough to fit in any briefcase, backpack, or carry-on bag, but its compactness doesn’t stop it from being a truly game-changing addition to your home office or digital nomad work set-up. It’s got everything short of the proverbial kitchen sink:

  • Two detachable dual USB-C connectors (for a total of 4 devices plugged in at once), with data transfer speeds of 5 and 10 GBpbs
  • One USB-C charging power (75W power delivery compatible with MacBooks and smaller electronics)
  • Ethernet port (1 GB speed)
  • A DisplayPort
  • Two HDMI ports
  • An SSD enclosure with SATA plug (SSD not included, but easy to buy separately and install)
  • Two USB-A ports with data transfer speeds of 5 and 10 GBpbs

You can use it to connect two external monitors to your MacBook or connect multiple USB drives and data sources. It’s even designed to place beneath your laptop, making it both a convenient stand and easy to keep out of the way as you work.




Belkin’s BoostCharge Pro Combines a Wireless Charger with a Power Bank

Belkin's BoostCharge Pro


 

The Belkin BoostCharge Pro charger is compatible with both your Apple Watch and any USB-C-powered smartphones or tablets.

You can charge two devices at the same time, and the 10,000 mAh power bank gives you up to 36 hours of extra battery life.

The USB-C port offers 20W fast charging, while the wireless watch charger delivers power at a 7.5W output.

Thanks to its integrated overcharge protection, you never have to worry about damaging your device batteries even if you leave them charging overnight. And because it’s built so sleek and light, it’ll fit into your backpack, briefcase, or travel gear so you can always have a portable power source on hand for your daily commute or weekend getaways.




WYZE Battery Cam Pro Keeps Monitoring When the Power Goes Out

WYZE Battery Cam Pro


 

Wyze is stepping up its game and offering the Battery Cam Pro, a fully battery-powered wireless security camera.

As the successor to the older Wyze Cam Outdoor V2, it’s packed with new features, including:

  • 2K HDR video
  • Radar-powered motion detection
  • An 80db siren
  • A 150-lumen spotlight
  • Two-way talk
  • 134-degree field of view
  • Dual-band Wi-Fi

Though it doesn’t link to a hub, it does capture all the video onto a microSD card for easy access.

Battery life isn’t ideal—less than 24 hours when constantly surveilling your home—but it can be wired for continuous monitoring with the battery as a backup in case the power fails. This, we think, is its true purpose… continuous monitoring during power events.

It’s compatible with all your favorite smart home devices (including Alexa, IFTTT, and Google Assistant) and setup is made easy via Bluetooth (no need to scan QR codes).

And to ensure it can handle outdoor use, it’s built with an IP65 rating that’ll keep it operating smoothly even in heavy rain.




Therabody’s RecoveryTherm Cube Provides Targeted Recovery with Both Heat & Cold

Therabody RecoveryTherm Cube


 

Therabody is back with yet another game-changing recovery aid, and no, it’s not a percussion massager. Instead, they’re bringing to market the RecoveryTherm Cube, a device that provides pain relief through hot and cold therapy.

All you’ve got to do is place the device on whatever body part is causing you pain, and let it do its thing. It’s got three temperature settings to choose from:

  1. Heat setting, generating up to 109F temperatures to relax your muscles and boost circulation.
  2. Cold setting, generating 46F temperatures for cryotherapy to numb pain and stop inflammation in its tracks following an injury.
  3. Contrast setting, which switches between cold and hot to provide both benefits at the same time.

Thanks to its run time of up to 120 minutes (on hot/cold, with just half that for the contrast setting) and its portable size (small enough to fit into any backpack or briefcase), you’ve got instant access to therapeutic treatments anywhere, anytime. There’s even the option of a strap that lets you secure it to your body for hands-free treatment.




Hestia Makes Space Viewing More Accessible by Turning Your Smartphone into a Telescope

Hestia Turns Your Phone Into a Smart Telescope


 

The Hestia telescope is designed to work in tandem with your smartphone, using a separate optical system (30 mm /1.18-inch lens, with 25x optical zoom, and 1.8-degree field of view) to view objects in the sky.

When your smartphone is mounted atop the Hestia and auto-magnetically aligned with the eyepiece, it will be capable of snapping pictures of objects like the moon, the sun, the Orion Nebula, and the Pleiades open cluster.

The Gravity app allows you to not only take and store pictures, but also gives you access to a wide range of controls over the Hestia itself.

Sized at 6.7 x 9.5 x 2.2 inches, it weighs about 1 pound and comes with a ¼-inch tripod thread that lets you easily mount it on a tripod for hands-free viewing.

It also is compatible with a wide range of accessories, including motorized mount, finderscope, solar filter, and a hard case, all of which are available via the Vaonis website.




The Shiftcam ProGrip Brings the Familiarity and Control of your Camera’s Grip to your Smartphone

Shiftcam ProGrip


 

The ProGrip snaps onto your phone to make it really easy to hold, and offers a camera-like ergonomic grip that fits your hand like you want it to and is angled for maximum comfort and precision in your photography.

The clamp rotates 90 degrees so you can switch between portrait and landscape modes in a matter of seconds, and there’s even a hand strap to make sure you never lose your grip on your phone even when taking action or adventure shots.

But don’t think it’s just a camera grip! It’s also a mount that you can use to secure a microphone or LED light, comes with an integrated tripod connector, and operates as a tabletop dock so you can easily review your pictures and footage.

There’s also a built-in battery pack to keep your phone battery charged and a wireless shutter button to make taking photos hands-free a breeze.




This Little Security Camera Hides in Plain Sight

This Little Security Camera Hides in Plain Sight


 

The HD Mask USB Camera is a stealth, super powerful & simple wi-fi security camera that is extremely discreet.

It offers full HD 1080 footage, live streaming, 24/7 monitoring, motion detection, & continuous real-time recording. You can set up multiple cameras around the home or office to secure the perimeter and monitor everything from your phone.

It effectively gives you the monitoring power of expensive CCTV systems without intrusive or obvious cameras.




The EDGE Kit Transforms Your Laptop into a Fully Modular Workstation

The EDGE Kit


 




BLACK+DECKER’s Snake Light has a Flexible Gooseneck for Optimal Positioning

BLACK+DECKER’s Snake Light


 




Thermacell’s EL55 Lantern Provides a Comfy Warm Glow while Destroying Mosquitos

Thermacell Lighted Rechargeable Mosquito Repeller


 

Prepare for the inevitable mosquito season. This handy little Thermacell rechargeable-battery-powered repeller is just the thing you need, to not only keep the bugs away, but add a pop of lighting to your backyard or campground.

The Thermacell EL55 creates a 20-foot “mosquito-free zone” using butane-powered repellant, working in just 15 minutes and providing up to 9 hours of protection from bugs.

Unlike competitors, the EL55 runs the light off the same lithium ion battery pack (rather than using AA batteries) to deliver a longer-lasting light source (up to 5.5 hours).

It’s a true two-in-one appliance that you will be very happy for this summer when the “skeeters” are out and you want to enjoy a relaxing evening on your deck or sitting around a campfire.




Wyze Cam OG is an Upgraded Version of the Original and it’s Still Crazy Inexpensive

Wyze Cam OG


$20-30
 

Wyze broke the mold in 2017 when it released the $20 home security camera, and its latest offering—the Wyze Cam OG—is a fresh, modernized, and drastically improved version of that first camera (with a similarly low price).

The Wyze Cam OG features 1080p HD video and image capture, two-way audio support, motion detection, night vision, access to its Cam Plus subscription, 20 fps daytime mode, 10 fps nighttime mode, IP65 rating, micro-USB plug power supply, and a 40-lumen spotlight that switches on when there is motion detected.

Also released at the same time is the Wyze Cam OG Telephoto, which features all the above plus a 27-degree field of view and 3x zoom. Both are amazingly affordable, as Wyze promises, and offer an excellent option for upgrading your smart home security on a budget.




Makita’s Outdoor Adventure Lantern Doubles as a Bluetooth Audio Device

Makita Outdoor Adventure Lantern


 

Makita is one of the best-known and most-loved manufacturers of power tools, renowned for their high quality, durability, and affordability. Now, with their “Outdoor Adventure” line of cordless products, you can take Makita with you to any job site and camp site.

Their latest offering, the Outdoor Adventure 18V LXT Bluetooth Radio and L.E.D. Lantern, is a working and camping man’s best friend. With it, you’ve got access to FM radio stations (thanks to the antenna built into the lantern guard) as well as a Bluetooth connection to your mobile devices so you can play your music or podcast while working, hiking, or camping.

The LED lantern has four lighting modes (flashlight, 360-degree lantern, three-side lantern, and strobe flashlight), two brightness settings (310 and 130 lumens), and three color modes (warm, neutral white, and daylight white), so you can customize your illumination however you want it. Once you slide in the Makita 18V LXT 5.0Ah battery (sold separately), you’ve got up to 44 hours of music playback and 16 hours of illumination.




JOURNEY’S Rapid TRIO Wirelessly Charges your Apple Devices and Saves Space

Journey Rapid TRIO 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station


 




Ring’s Car Cam Offers Dual-facing Camera Surveillance for Your Vehicle

Ring Car Cam


 

The Ring Car Cam was launched in 2020, but didn’t really make much of a splash (perhaps because most of us were staying indoors and working from home at the time). Now, it’s back and ready to upgrade your vehicle’s security.

The cam doesn’t feature a built-in screen, meaning it’s compact enough so as to be almost invisible from outside the car, but the dual-facing screens offer you a clear view of both the interior and exterior of your car.

All the footage is accessible via the Ring app, and you’ll also receive alerts straight to your phone if movement is detected inside or too-near your car or if your vehicle is being broken into.

The camera has its own integrated storage so the video clips will be saved straight to the device, and you can easily connect via 4G LTE network (with a Ring Protect Go subscription).




The Belt Cable Duo Houses USB-C and Lightning Connectors in a Single Head

Native Union Belt Cable Duo


 




VSSL Combines a Stainless Insulated Flask with a Bluetooth Speaker

VSSL Insulated Flask with Bluetooth Speaker


 




Nebula Capsule 3 Laser Sets the Standard for Portable Projectors

Nebula Anker Capsule 3 Laser Mini Projector


 




The ALTI Wireless Charging Desk Mat Makes a Perfect Office Companion

ALTI Wireless Charging Desk Mat


 




Second Generation AirFly Turns any 3.5 Audio Jack into a Wireless Bluetooth Transmitter

AirFly Turns any 3.5 Audio Jack into a Wireless Bluetooth Transmitter


 




Basilisk V3 Pro is Razer’s Most Insane Wireless Gaming Mouse

Razer Basilisk V3 Pro Gaming Mouse


 




The Belkin Wemo Stage Scene Controller with Thread is a Tricked Out Light Switch

Belkin Wemo Stage Scene Controller is a Tricked Out Light Switch


 




Anker 737 Power Bank Can Fast Charge 3 Devices at Once

Anker 737 Power Bank


 




Insta360 Link is a 4K Webcam with a Gimble to Track Your Movement

Insta360 Link 4K Webcam with a Gimble


 




AOHI Magcube 40W Foldable Charger Optimizes Charging for Two Devices

AOHI Magcube 40W Foldable Charger for Two Devices


 




Light Up the Night the Wyze Way

WYZE Motion-activated Step Lights


$25 / 3-pack
 

With motion-activated sensors, the Wyze Night Light helps you find your way in the darkness. The units attach to all wall surfaces with a magnetic mount and up to 10 can be linked together to safely illuminate your home. Sensors detect motion from up to 18-feet away, to keep you on course with your toes intact.




Bang for the Buck: Tozo’s Super Thin W1 Wireless Charger

TOZO W1 Wireless Charger


 

The Tozo W1 Wireless Charger is smooth and sleek and just 5mm thick. For reference, that’s two nickels and a penny stacked together. So yeah, impressively thin for its 10 Watt output, which is plenty to charge the latest Apple & Samsung devices.

A mirror-like finish and single LED indicator light complete the streamlined design. It charges via USB-C but no cord & adapter is included. Which must be at least part of why it’s such a great price. Available in a variety of colors.




Voice Control Makes The GE Cync Outdoor Plug Smarter

GE Outdoor Cync Smart Plug


 

With support for both Alexa and Google Assistant voice control, the GE Cync Outdoor Smart Plug is all about convenience.

Bluetooth & Wi-fi enabled & built to withstand the elements, it lets you control power remotely to individual outlets, with a tap of the touchscreen, all through the simple Cync mobile app.




Camera-Ready: Logitech’s Litra Glow Light

Logitech Litra Glow LED Streaming Light


 

Simple, quite affordable and remarkably well-designed, Logitech’s Litra Glow spot light gives cam users, streamers, Zoom marathoners and the rest of us, a production-quality light that enhances our appearance on camera.

The LED array is designed to make you “radiant” regardless of skin tone and other ambient lighting. The glare-free, adjustable, & mount anywhere design is sure to upgrade the look of your content.




The Belkin Soundform Connect Dongle Gives Your Speaker AirPlay 2 Ability

Belkin Soundform Connect


 

Designed for Apple users, Belkin’s Soundform Connect dongle is a smart little nugget that transforms any powered home speaker into an AirPlay smart speaker that can cast using newer iPhone, iPad, Macs, and Apple TVs running iOS 11.4 or later. Robust controls allow you to customize the experience through multiple speakers and rooms using the app or Siri.




Park Your Phone Anywhere with the Spigen Kickstand

Spigen U100 Universal Phone Kickstand


 

Designed to work with any & every phone, the Spigen U100 Universal kickstand is a versatile, minimalist cell phone stand. For hands-free viewing, reading, gaming, & creating content, this simple & streamlined adhesive stand keeps your phone upright when you need it & flips up out of the way when you don’t. Choose black, silver, or rose gold.





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