Cool Gadgets 2017
12 Trendy Gadgets You Need in Your Life
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Looking for fun and useful ways to improve your everyday life? For some people, that might mean a mirror that can help their skin care routine. Others might prefer something more simple for their home, like a remote that can control every smart device they own. It's hard to find these types of products, which is why we rounded up the coolest gadgets from this year's Consumer Electronics Show. The items ahead are ones you'll actually want to use in your everyday life — and each does more than awe and shock.
1 GeniCan
Nothing is worse than getting to the grocery store only to stand in an aisle wondering if you already have an ingredient at home. Either you end up with double or live your life without it. That frustration can end with GeniCan ($125, originally $149, preorder), a small device that clips onto your trash can. As you throw something out, scan the barcode of the item or say what it is aloud and GeniCan will add it to your grocery list.
2 Beddi Glow
If you're a fan of waking up naturally with soothing sounds from sleep-tracking apps, then try Beddi Glow ($80). It's a clock that has a natural light that slowly wakes you up in the morning. You can also set the light to different colors and play your music on it.
3 Feel
Serious about taking care of your mental health this year? Then get Feel ($149, originally $199, preorder), the first wearable device for your feelings. It looks like just another fitness tracker, is equipped with four sensors to track your emotions, and comes with an app to help you deal with your emotions.
4 AromaCare
Plenty of people turn to soothing candles and meditation when life gets too stressful. AromaCare ($89, preorder) combines the two. It's an aromatherapy device that comes with two capsules and a companion app to guide you through some meditative exercises.
5 Smart Remote
Instead of dealing with so many apps to control your smart devices, use the Smart Remote ($229, originally $299, preorder). It's a small remote that can control your TV, speakers, and Nest and even order a Lyft or Uber.
6 HiMirror Plus
Get serious about your skin care routine with HiMirror Plus ($259, preorder). The smart mirror can analyze your skin in seven areas: wrinkles, fine lines, dark circles, dark spots, red spots, complexion, and pores. It can track your skin over a few months, so you can see whether or not a product is actually giving you the results you want.
7 Oria
Upgrade your nighttime routine with Oria ($149), a device that will help you fall asleep with smells. It comes with two different capsules: one that will get you to sleep and another that encourages deeper and better sleep.
8 Nemonic
At first, I was skeptical of needing something like Nemonic. But the device makes sense for teams who are trying to brainstorm without burying their heads too much in a computer or phone. It's simple to use: write an idea down on your phone, send it to Nemonic, and it'll print out in five seconds — ready to stick anywhere. It's a great way for someone or a team to visualize ideas. There's no official price yet, but it'll be out later this year.
9 Mars
Get you a speaker that can both play music and is portable with Mars ($300). The part of the speaker that actually floats above the base is also portable and can be in water up to one meter. It's a cool speaker with a dual function.
10 Nixplay Iris
If you're tired of seeing your photos exist only on your phone, then get the Nixplay Iris ($200). It's a WiFi frame that comes in three colors (bronze, peach copper, and silver) that'll show your photos. You can give it to someone as well and control what they see via the Nixplay app. The best part? Set it to play only when you're home.
11 Pop-I
With Pop-I, you can make a statement with your backpack. The product has a flexible display that uses e-ink to show off an image that you like — and can customize with emoji and text. It'll come in canvas and leather and retail for $99 to $399.
12 Proof
Trying to drink less this year? Then consider Proof ($100-$150), a wearable that tracks how much you've had to drink. It comes with a sensor that can track your blood alcohol level (BAC) and let you know what it'll most likely be in a few hours. You can create alerts for certain BAC levels, as well as get one that lets you know you're sober enough to drive. Proof will have a crowdfunding campaign soon.
