1. This Countertop Oven That Cooks With The Speed Of Light
Because it cooks with light, the Brava cooks faster than most other appliances — but it also cooks more consistently and with minimal effort on your part. This countertop oven roasts vegetables in half the time, creates flaky salmon without any prep, and poaches eggs like a pro. The starter set includes the oven, a glass tray, a metal tray, and a two-year Brava Plus membership, which gives you access to premium recipe programs, chef support, and cloud connectivity.
Brava Cooking Solution, $1,095, Brava
2. A Television That Transforms Into Artwork When You're Not Watching
This chic, thin television is available in six different sizes (from 32 to 75 inches), but its size isn't the selling point. When it's on, The Frame delivers vivid 4K resolution — and when it's off, it transforms into a gorgeous art piece that looks just like a real canvas. Switch out the magnetic bezel to suit your home decor and fall in love with the motion sensor detection that automatically switches to artwork when you're not in the room. Each order comes with three months of Art Store, which gives you access to some of the world's most iconic artwork.
Samsung The Frame, $2,000, Samsung
3. This Robotic Vacuum That Empties Itself
The iRobot Roomba s9+ is not your average robotic vacuum. It offers a three-stage cleaning system with 40 times the suction of its competitors (yes, even on rugs). It also navigates around your home and learns the layout with edge technology, navigation maps, and enhanced sensors. You can control it with the app or with your voice thanks to Alexa and Google Home compatibility, and best of all, it docks and empties itself with its included Clean Base charger. Chore day has never been so simple.
iRobot Roomba s9+ 9550, $1,100, Bed Bath & Beyond
4. A Smart Mug That Keeps Your Coffee Hot All Day Long
Do you take sips of coffee in 45-minute intervals throughout the day? If so, the Ember smart mug might be the best purchase you make all year. This stainless steel mug is safe to hand wash, but it's also technologically advanced to keep your beverage hot for hours. Choose your preferred temperature down to the degree with the smartphone app — and as soon as it's empty, it turns off to preserve battery life.
Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug, $100, Amazon
5. This Clock From The Father Of Mid-Century Modern Design
The Night Clock was designed by George Nelson in 1948. Since then, Nelson has been called "the father of mid-century modern design," and his creations have become iconic. This timeless, simple piece combines brass and acrylic with high-grade quartz clockwork for accurate timekeeping. It's made in Switzerland and reviewers call it "sleek and sophisticated."
Vitra Night Clock, $515, Lumens
6. Everyone's Favorite Bluetooth Speaker — Built For When You're On-The-Go
Ask any audiophile for a list of their favorite speaker systems, and Sonos will probably be on it. These units are unmatched in their clear, vivid sound, deep bass, and wide soundscape — and the Sonos Move takes all of that on the go. With a weather-resistant design and a 10-hour battery life, it goes with you to the beach, the poolside, or the park. It even has Amazon Alexa built right in, so you can set alarms and check the news, hands-free.
Sonos Move, $389, Amazon
7. A Virtual Google Assistant & A Tablet In One
Whereas most virtual assistants operate mostly with sound, the Google Nest Hub adds sight into the mix. With a mere voice command, you can watch videos, view a map of your commute, check out your calendar, or look at pictures of the fam. It works alongside Nest and 5,000 other smart devices so you can control your lights, security cameras, thermostat, and television. It also has voice recognition so multiple members of your family can use it without inconvenience.
Google Nest Hub, $129, Target
8. This Crystal-Clear Projector That Fits In Your Pocket
Turn any wall into a home movie theater or bring your entertainment with you on the go. The Kodak Luma is a pocket-sized projector with a shockingly clear image. It's compatible with your smartphone, computer, or gaming console, and in addition to its crisp picture, it emits bold sound.
Kodak Luma Pocket Projector, $200, Amazon
9. A Top-Rated Sous-Vide Cooker For Perfect Meals
Yes, it heats up water to the precise temperature for perfect, tender food every time — but the Breville Joule has a few features other Sous Vide cookers don't. It's roughly half the size (for easier storage) and it connects to your phone via Bluetooth or WiFi so you can access chef-tested recipes and control the appliance remotely.
Breville Joule Sous Vide, $249, Amazon
10. A Reliable Key Tracker That Works Backwards To Find Your Phone
Once you own the Tile Pro, you'll never run late due to lost keys again. This brilliant little keychain attachment has a range of 400 feet and, when prompted from the phone app, creates a loud but pleasant jingle that you'll be able to hear from under couch cushions and inside backpacks. If you happen to lose your phone, it also works backwards; press the center twice and it'll make your phone ring — even if it's on silent. Since it's water-resistant and syncs up to Tile's Family of Finders, you can even attach it to your luggage or dog.
Tile Pro Tracker, $35, Tile
11. This Appliance That Identifies, Cools, Preserves, And Serves Your Wine
Wine aficionados are falling in love with Plum: a multi-purpose appliance that helps you experience the perfect glass of wine, every time. This fully automated gadget identifies your wine and keeps up to two bottles chilled at their respective ideal temperatures. It also pressurizes the bottles for 90-day preservation and, at the touch of the IPS screen, dispenses a five-ounce glass, a one-ounce taste, or any serving size that's customized to your preferences.
Plum, $2,499, Amazon
12. A Gas-Powered Oven For Delicious Outdoor Pizza
The Ooni Koda 16 combines the taste of homemade Italian cooking with modern aesthetic and convenience. Cook 16-inch pizzas (and steaks, fish, or vegetables) on a stone baking board surrounded by gas-powered flames. It reaches temperatures of up to 932 degrees fahrenheit in just 20 minutes, and after that, your creation cooks in just 60 seconds.
Ooni Koda 16, $499, Ooni
13. This Wireless Charging Hub For Your iPhone, AirPods, & Apple Watch
For the ultimate wireless charging hub, look no further than the Seneo station. It's a must for Apple lovers because it wirelessly powers your phone, AirPods, and Apple Watch all at the same time — plus it doubles as an organization dock for your bedside table. Get it in black or white.
Seneo Wireless Charger Station, $28, Amazon
14. A Small WiFi Router That Makes A Big Difference
This little guy takes up minimal space on your desk, but it makes a massive difference for all of your internet-based devices. The eero router extends your WiFi connection up to 1,500 square feet so you can stream video, play games, and surf the web at record-fast speeds. With TrueMesh technology, it also protects against congestion, buffering, and drop-offs. Finally, set-up is quick and painless, and you can manage your network from anywhere.
eero WiFi router, $29, Amazon
15. This 4-In-1 Coffee Maker For Delicious Brew
Don't be fooled by its appearance. While it's sleek and space-savvy, the GOAT STORY Gina coffee maker has a lot of impressive technology packed into its small frame. It can make French Press, pour-over, cold drip, and tea, all in one machine. It also recharges via USB and connects to your phone via Bluetooth for recipes and tips. If you're a coffee lover, this is a great gadget to have in your kitchen.
GOAT STORY Gina Coffee Maker, $245, Urban Outfitters
16. This Smart Thermostat That Learns Your Temperature Preferences
Automatically set your ideal temperature depending on the time of day. Save energy when you're not at home. Raise the heat a few degrees without even getting off the couch. The Google Nest thermostat even keeps an eye on the weather and your temperature preferences so it can learn how to make your home as comfortable as possible. It's compatible with a wide range of heating and cooling systems and it takes less than 30 minutes to set up.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat, $214, Amazon
17. Make A Statement With Modular Light Pieces
Light fixtures may be a practical purchase, but they can also make a serious statement in your space, and few are as dramatic and eye-catching as Nanoleaf. These triangular panels piece together to create a modular work of art on your wall. Custom-pick your favorite colors, wake up to a sunrise-mimicking illumination, automate your lights throughout the day or watch the colors dance to your favorite music. They're even voice-activated with common virtual assistants.
Nanoleaf Light Panel Smarter Kit, $200, Target
18. These Gorgeous Bluetooth Headphones With Active Noise Cancellation
By combining audio quality with stylish design, Bang & Olufsen has made a name for itself as one of the best speaker brands — and its Beoplay wireless headphones are no exception. Available in black, clay, natural, and pine (all at different price points), these headphones cancel both high- and low-frequency background noises for an extremely immersive experience. The 121-foot Bluetooth range lets you wander freely, while the power-saver and replaceable battery prolong playback time up to 18 hours.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay Headphones, $462, Amazon
19. This Gadget That Aerates & Purifies Your Favorite Wine
Say goodbye to wine-induced headaches thanks to Üllo. This little filter sits over the top of your glass to aerate and remove sulfites and sediments. It immediately improves the taste and aroma whole simultaneously getting rid of the artificial chemicals that may dampen your buzz. Each purifier comes with four filters and a travel bag, and everything is BPA-free and easily disassembled for cleaning.
Üllo Wine Purifier, $63, Amazon