15 Cool Tech That Are Actually Worth Buying | Desk Vacuum, AI Pen, Travel Backpack

Name: 15 Cool Tech That Are Actually Worth Buying | Desk Vacuum, AI Pen, Travel Backpack
Uploaded: 2026-09-14T14:03:10+00:00
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Channel: HowToMen

00:00Here are 15 of the best products that will genuinely make your life way easier and possibly even make you

00:05more productive.

00:06And the majority of these are even under 50 bucks, so really affordable stuff here.

00:10First up, this mini desktop vacuum for around 13 bucks.

00:14If you often make a mess, whether you're shaving your face and you get your beard trimmings everywhere,

00:19maybe a dusty desk, or maybe you even spilled some crumbs over,

00:23you can just swipe this little thing over it and it picks everything up instantly.

00:26It's got really strong suction too with a giant fan inside, so you only need to swipe over the mess

00:31a few times

00:32and it'll leave your counter looking clean and spotless.

00:35Then you can just pop the top off and dump everything out. It's that simple.

00:39If you're from the 80s or 90s, you're going to love the Mac lock because it's this retro style desk

00:44lock that just goes for about 30 bucks.

00:47And yeah, I think it's really cool because it's designed to look like one of those old school Macintosh computers

00:51and it adds that really nice retro vibe to your setup.

00:54The way it works is you just slide in this little floppy disk

00:58and it boots up with a pixel style display that starts with a smiley face.

01:02Plus, you can also see the time, date, calendar, and even the room temperature.

01:07You can also tap the top too to turn on this light.

01:09It just really adds some personality to your workspace.

01:12And hey, that's only two out of the 15 top tech products in this video.

01:16I'm going to just keep it real with you guys.

01:17This top tech series that I do every month is definitely the hardest and most expensive video series that I

01:23make on the channel.

01:23And that's because I buy everything myself.

01:26None of these items in this video get sent to me.

01:28And unfortunately, this series doesn't always get the same love or amount of views as my other videos.

01:33So here's the deal.

01:34If you want me to keep making these, do me a solid and just watch the whole video through.

01:38Like, really watch it because it'll help with the watch time.

01:41Plus, hit that like button and drop a comment.

01:44That really helps the YouTube algorithm to push this video.

01:46And it genuinely makes me want to keep this series going.

01:49I would really appreciate it, guys.

01:51And yeah, as usual, I say my favorite tech to the very last.

01:54So don't click off early.

01:55Okay, next up, I've got this new Nano Power Strip from Anker for around 70 bucks.

01:59And this one's actually really slick.

02:01You can clamp it right onto your desk and tighten it down with this knob.

02:06And then it gives you this super clean little charging hub that barely takes up any space on your desk.

02:11Like, the top is insanely thin too, thinner than my headphone case.

02:15But you still get two outlets up top for something like your laptop.

02:19Plus, you also get two USB-C and two USB-A ports for your phone and other stuff.

02:24And what I really like is underneath the desk, you've got four extra outlets that are just hidden away

02:29for things that you don't want cluttering your setup.

02:32It just keeps everything looking clean.

02:34Plus, don't worry if it's most desks too that are up to 1.8 inches thick.

02:37So, you should be good.

02:39Here's a throwback with Modern Twist.

02:40It's this portable CD player called the Hot C229 for around 70 bucks.

02:46And yeah, it plays CDs, but the design on this is super nice.

02:49It displays your CDs vertically with RGB lights as they spin, so it looks really cool.

02:55You've also got the controls on the bottom.

02:57And my favorite part is that it's got Bluetooth built in too,

03:00so you can actually transmit the sound from your classic CDs to your headphones or even bigger speakers.

03:06It's perfect for like an old school throwback party.

03:09And the best part is that it doesn't need to be plugged in too because it's got a built-in

03:13battery that lasts for around 10 hours or so.

03:15And for the cherry on top, it also comes with a remote so you can control it from far away.

03:20So, if you've got a CD collection, you need to get this.

03:23Next, this AI voice recorder pen from Limu that goes for around 125 bucks.

03:28I know what you're thinking.

03:29125 bucks for a pen?

03:31Yeah, that's really expensive, but it really comes in handy when you're in school or in a meeting

03:35because it looks and works just like a normal pen.

03:38But the secret is that it's a full-on voice recorder with AI tech built right inside.

03:44So, like unlike when you keep your phone out when you're in class, you can get in trouble for that.

03:48You can use this pen instead and no one will suspect a thing.

03:52Then, you can just swipe down on a stem to start recording.

03:55And to confirm that it's recording, you can even see this little red light on the side confirming it.

04:00Plus, it's got a ton of storage too, so you can record for hundreds of hours.

04:04And then, you can connect it to your phone.

04:06And then, it uses AI to turn your recordings into full-on transcripts, which you can read and even search

04:12through.

04:12You get detailed summaries too, which is awesome.

04:15And even mind maps.

04:16So, you don't have to go through and listen to hours of audio.

04:19And even if your class is in a different language, that's okay because this pen can also translate a bunch

04:26of different languages.

04:27And to charge it, it even has a USB-C on the other end.

04:30And don't worry, you get a good chunk of free monthly recording minutes and AI processing every month without needing

04:36a subscription.

04:37So, if you take a lot of notes, this will save your hand.

04:40Moving on, if your laptop gets really hot or you just want a better way of typing,

04:44you can pick up these laptop stand risers for $7.

04:47They're just these two tiny little pieces that stick right on the bottom of your laptop.

04:52And then, they let you prop it up whenever you need it.

04:55I mean, I absolutely love them because of how low profile they are.

04:58And you can even leave them attached and you won't even notice that they're there.

05:02And when you flip them open, they give you a much better typing angle and help with airflow underneath your

05:07laptop.

05:07If your laptop has bottom fans.

05:09So, it helps keep things a lot cooler.

05:11They even threw in a little webcam cover, too, for extra privacy, which is a nice bonus.

05:16Definitely worth trying out.

05:17There's been way too many times where I think I'm hydrated, but then my mouth gets dry and I realized

05:22I barely had any water.

05:23So, to remind myself a lot more consistently and keep track of how much water I've been drinking daily,

05:28I started using this smart water bottle called the Lark Bottle Pure Viz 2, the sponsor of this video.

05:34And I've been loving it because not only does it look incredible,

05:36but it's also got some smart tech to purify any water that you put inside and make it safer to

05:41drink.

05:42First off, it can hold up to 34 ounces, which is more than enough to keep me going.

05:46And even in the hot sun, the water stays ice cold for up to 24 hours since the bottle is

05:52insulated.

05:53And, as I said, unlike other bottles, this one cleans your water.

05:56So, it's got a button at the top, and when you press it, it starts purifying it since the cap

06:01has a technology called Purivus UVC.

06:04That right there kills up to 99.99% of bacteria like E. coli and Salmonella.

06:09And, on top of that, the bottle can also hold a nano-zero filter that removes even more harmful contaminants

06:15like PFAs, pharmaceuticals, and chlorine.

06:19So, no matter if you grab some tap water from your kitchen sink or a random river,

06:24that two-state filtration will make it super clean and even safe to drink.

06:28Plus, the Purivus bottle even connects to an app called Lark, where you can set daily water drinking goals,

06:33you can track your weekly consumption, and you can get reminders to just take a sip.

06:37So, yeah, it's helped me stay way more consistent with drinking water,

06:40and I like knowing that my water that I drink is actually clean no matter where I fill it up.

06:46So, if you want to stay hydrated and have a safer sip, I definitely recommend picking up the Lark bottle

06:51Purivus 2.

06:52I'll have it linked down below at the top of the description.

06:54If you're a content creator or just always dealing with SD cards, this next one's for you.

06:59It's called the Crate Mate, going for around $30, and while it is a case for your SD cards, it

07:05does a bit more.

07:06It lets you store up to three microSD cards and a full-size one, too, with small status markers,

07:11and it also has a USB-C cable that you can plug into your computer or your smartphone,

07:16and then from there, there are some extra slots on the sides to let you pop in some cards,

07:20so that way you can instantly access all your files on your device.

07:24That way, you can transfer things over, and it's got pretty fast speeds, too.

07:28Plus, once you're done backing things up, you can toss this thing in your pocket,

07:31since it's super compact, or since the cable even doubles as a lanyard,

07:35you can also hook it up to your keys or backpack.

07:38It's a pretty versatile little SD card case.

07:40Summer's coming in the States, and it's getting hot.

07:43So, yeah, I had to get a sun hat with two built-in fans for around $32,

07:47and it's actually been pretty amazing.

07:50Sure, it does sound and look a bit weird at first,

07:53but I'm telling you, once you try it, you're not going to want to leave home without it.

07:57The fans are solar-powered, so they charge while you're in the sun and blow air right into your face.

08:02I'd say it's perfect for when you're hiking, fishing, chilling at the beach,

08:06or even doing some yard work, because you're constantly getting that personal breeze

08:11without carrying extra stuff.

08:13And don't worry about comfort, because this thing's also super light,

08:16it has breedable material, and it's even adjustable to fit any size head.

08:21So, yeah, if you want to stay cool in the hot sun, definitely check out this hat.

08:24For my nightstand, I've actually been loving this neutral flip desk clock

08:27that's going for around $25, just because of how nice it looks.

08:31If you haven't noticed yet, it's basically a classic flip clock

08:34where the numbers physically flip down as time passes.

08:38It's super satisfying to look at and very nostalgic as well,

08:41but the minimal clean finish really makes it feel much more modern,

08:45and it ends up looking really clean on a desk or nightstand.

08:49You've also got an AM-PM indicator on the side

08:51and a transparent front cover to protect the cards.

08:54It's just a really nice clock overall.

08:57Next, if your case on your phone doesn't support MagSafe,

09:00here's an easy fix.

09:01You can get these MagSafe ring stickers in a pack of four for around $16

09:06and make anything MagSafe compatible.

09:08You can just stick one onto the back of your phone case

09:10or even just your phone without a case,

09:13and now you can magnetically attach it to MagSafe chargers, wallets,

09:18you can mount it to maybe a dock station, and a lot more.

09:22And it sticks on pretty well too.

09:23Plus, it also comes with an alignment sheet for certain phones

09:27like the Samsung phones or iPhones,

09:29so you can place it perfectly for wireless charging.

09:31The only downside is that you have to put it on the outside.

09:34I tried putting it on the inside of the case,

09:37but the magnets just didn't reach and it would fall off.

09:40Still, it's an amazing option if you want MagSafe on everything.

09:44Okay, for your hygiene, you're going to love this.

09:46Instead of carrying around loose floss picks

09:48whenever you travel or you're out,

09:50you've got to get this tiny case that stores them all

09:53and pops one out at a time,

09:55and it only costs $6.

09:57You just slide up the button and it pops one out,

10:00and then it seals back up, keeping everything clean.

10:02It's really compact too,

10:04so it fits even in your smallest pocket in your jean,

10:07so it's perfect for travel or just keeping in your bag.

10:10But just keep in mind that it doesn't fit every floss pick out there,

10:13so you'll need to find compatible ones,

10:15but for most of them, it fits perfectly.

10:17Now, for your bathroom or even your kitchen,

10:20you've got to check out this automatic foaming soap dispenser

10:22for about $20.

10:24You just fill it up,

10:25and instead of pressing a pump,

10:27you just put your hand under it,

10:28and it instantly dispenses foam using a sensor.

10:31It's super quick and honestly way more convenient

10:34than pushing down on the top.

10:35You can also adjust how much soap it dispenses

10:37with different levels too,

10:39and there's even a cleaning mode to flush it all out.

10:42And don't worry, it's USB-C rechargeable too,

10:44so no batteries needed or a cable lying around,

10:47and it lasts a long time too.

10:49And if you want, you can even mount it on the wall.

10:51It just makes your kitchen or your bathroom

10:52feel a bit more modern.

10:54Now, here's an even cooler one for your bathroom.

10:56It's this automatic mouthwash dispenser

10:58that goes for around $30,

11:00and honestly, it actually makes using mouthwash fun again.

11:03You just fill it up, turn it on,

11:06place this little cup under the nozzle,

11:08and it gives you the exact amount every time.

11:11You even get multiple levels to choose from

11:13for how much you want,

11:14and when you're done downing it,

11:16the cup magnetically snaps back into place

11:18so it keeps everything looking nice and clean.

11:20Plus, it's battery-powered, so it has no cables,

11:23and don't worry, the mouthwash won't come out

11:25if you put your finger or your hand under the nozzle.

11:28It only does it when you put a cup on.

11:30It's a cool investment to make your bathroom

11:31just feel a lot more futuristic.

11:33Next is the CheerTalk Air Remote for about $46,

11:36and this is a pretty cool little tool.

11:39It's basically a Bluetooth touchpad mouse

11:41that works with your phone or your computer.

11:44It can come in handy for presentation

11:46since it's got a red laser pointer too,

11:48or you can also use it to control your phone

11:50and maybe doom scroll a lot more easily.

11:53It's also got a nice touchpad,

11:54so you can move the cursor freely

11:56and click around without touching the screen.

11:58It's really nice.

11:59Plus, the build quality is solid too.

12:00It's aluminum and feels premium to hold.

12:03And of course, you can see it's super compact,

12:06so it can slip into the smallest of pockets.

12:08Overall, it's just a neat little tool.

12:10Now, my favorite item on this entire list

12:12is this 60L Black Voyage Travel Backpack.

12:15It's $150, so yeah, a bit pricey,

12:18but honestly, it's worth it

12:20because it's the best travel backpack I've ever used.

12:23First off, it looks great, especially in this blue,

12:26but the real magic is inside

12:28because it's packed with a bunch of tech.

12:30It's got a built-in vacuum compression system

12:32with its own air pump,

12:33so you can pack in way more clothes

12:35and shrink everything down to save space.

12:38I was able to carry up to five outfits inside

12:41with five t-shirts, three shorts, two jeans,

12:45five pairs of socks, and five underwear.

12:47It's basically like carrying a 24-inch suitcase on your back.

12:51Plus, it's got a ton of other compartments,

12:54one for your shoes, one for your laptop up to 19 inches,

12:58your toiletry, multiple phones, chargers, and more.

13:02And what really nailed the coffin for me

13:04was all the little extra things

13:05like a USB pass-through charging port

13:08so you can plug in a power bank on the inside

13:10and then you can access the ports from the outside.

13:14It's also made with waterproof nylon material

13:16so your clothes on the inside won't get wet.

13:18And it's got an anti-theft TSA lock too

13:22and an extra little slot for your passport, which is nice.

13:25So yeah, if you travel often and hate checking bags,

13:28this is the backpack to get.

13:30Anyway, I hope you enjoyed all the tech

13:31in this video and if I helped you find

13:33even just one thing, a quick thumbs up

13:35and a comment really just helps the series keep going.

13:38If you want more, you can check out the playlist

13:40right here to watch the previous episodes.

13:42I appreciate you guys for sticking around to the end

13:44and I'll catch you guys in the next one.

13:47Kapow!

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