Action cam
GoPro HERO13 Black
Why we picked it: a bigger sensor and best-in-class stabilisation make this the action cam most people will actually keep using. Our category favourite.
The latest and most useful tech — cameras, audio, lighting, and the small upgrades that earn their place on a desk or in a bag.
Why we picked it: a bigger sensor and best-in-class stabilisation make this the action cam most people will actually keep using. Our category favourite.
Why we picked it: rechargeable, reliable, and the charger's in the box. A low-effort upgrade you notice within days.
Why we picked it: an all-in-one yoke and throttle system that makes flight sims feel real — a standout for PC and Xbox pilots.
Why we picked it: a clean, low-profile LED fixture that brightens a room without a renovation. Easy swap, modern look.
Why we picked it: the same fixture in a two-pack with a $10 discount — the sensible buy if you're doing more than one room.
Why we picked it: cheap insurance for an expensive screen — clear, bubble-resistant, and easy to apply. Buy two.
Why we picked it: these have become the default earbuds most iPhone owners reach for right now — solid noise cancelling, long battery life, and effortless pairing. The one we keep seeing recommended.
Why we picked it: Samsung's newest flagship earbuds are the buzziest AirPods Pro alternative this year, with a two-speaker driver design and stronger noise cancelling — a genuine option if you're not locked into Apple's ecosystem.
Why we picked it: AI glasses have moved from novelty to everyday carry this year — hands-free photos and video, a built-in voice assistant, and frames that still just look like sunglasses. It's the smart-glasses pick people keep asking us about.
Why we picked it: video doorbells remain one of the most popular home-security upgrades on Amazon, and Blink's version pairs an easy DIY install with reliable motion alerts — a sensible pick if you don't already have one.
Why we picked it: it's one of the most-bought streaming sticks on Amazon going into the holiday season, and the faster Wi-Fi 6 support makes it a worthwhile upgrade for anyone still running an older streaming box.
Why we picked it: discounted heavily during Amazon's early-October sales event, it's still one of the most-searched sleep and recovery trackers this fall even with a newer generation now out. A solid pick if you want ring-form tracking without wearing a bulky watch.
Why we picked it: Amazon's own e-reader keeps turning up on "what to buy before the holidays" gift guides this fall, and the latest Paperwhite's bigger screen and faster page turns make it an easy recommendation for anyone still reading on a phone.
Why we picked it: portable power banks are consistently one of Amazon's best-selling gadget categories, and Anker's higher-capacity models keep turning up in "what to pack" gift guides this fall — a practical pick for anyone tired of hunting for an outlet.
Why we picked it: this thumb-sized wearable camera has become a go-to pick for hands-free everyday video this year, clipping onto a shirt, cap or wrist strap instead of needing a full action-cam rig — a different kind of camera from the GoPro above, built for capturing moments rather than sports.
Why we picked it: the newest Apple Watch is still the default upgrade pick for iPhone owners heading into the holidays, and it's one of the models retailers keep naming as a top seller this fall — a safe, well-supported choice if you're due for a new one.
Why we picked it: for cars with wired-only Apple CarPlay, this little dongle converts the connection to wireless, and it's one of the gadgets that keeps getting passed around in "cheap upgrades for your car" roundups — a small fix for a daily annoyance.
Why we picked it: robot vacuums are a steady Amazon favourite, and the combo vacuum-and-mop versions keep showing up in this fall's deal roundups — a practical pick if daily floor cleaning is eating into your evenings.
Why we picked it: this redesigned MacBook Air has been leading Amazon's own laptop sales rankings since its spring refresh and is still showing up near the top heading into the holiday shopping season — a dependable pick if you want long battery life without stepping up to a Pro model.
Why we picked it: Sony's latest flagship over-ear headphones keep getting named the pick to beat this fall, with the brand's long-standing lead on noise cancelling and improved call quality — a safe upgrade for anyone still on an older pair.
Why we picked it: Nintendo's newest console is still the hardest gaming gift to keep in stock this far into its run, with major publishers now shipping day-one titles for it instead of the original Switch — the safest big-ticket pick if you can find one available.
Why we picked it: Apple's newest AirTag just replaced the original on store shelves, with a longer Bluetooth range and a louder built-in speaker for finding misplaced bags, keys or luggage — the obvious pick if you're buying trackers for the first time or replacing older ones.
Why we picked it: it's the standalone headset most people land on as their first VR purchase this holiday season — no PC or console needed, and the game and fitness-app library has grown enough that it doesn't feel like a novelty anymore.
Why we picked it: the built-in carabiner clip is the whole point — it actually survives being hooked to a backpack, bike, or shower rail, and it's small enough to toss in a bag without thinking twice about it.
Why we picked it: it's one of the only drones that genuinely needs no controller or goggles to fly — it launches from your palm and tracks you on its own for a quick clip, and the caged propellers make it one of the few drones people feel okay flying indoors.
Why we picked it: Amazon just refreshed its entire Kindle lineup, and the base model's switch from plastic to a machined aluminum unibody is the detail getting the most attention — a nicer-feeling first e-reader for anyone who's been eyeing one during this fall's device sales.
Why we picked it: this generation added heart-rate sensing and stronger noise cancellation, and it's become the earbuds most often recommended as the default upgrade for anyone still on an older AirPods model this fall.
Why we picked it: pocket-sized projectors have become one of the more talked-about gadget categories this year, and Anker's Nebula line keeps coming up as the pick that balances brightness, built-in streaming apps, and a size that still fits in a bag — useful for movie nights without a dedicated screen setup.
Why we picked it: Amazon's own smart-home devices tend to see the deepest cuts during its October sale events, and the battery-powered Ring doorbell keeps coming up as the easiest no-wiring upgrade to add before the evenings get darker — no electrician or existing chime needed.
Why we picked it: app- and voice-controlled LED strips keep coming up as the easiest instant upgrade for a desk, gaming corner or bedroom — no electrician needed, and the colour-changing segments make a plain wall feel finished.
Why we picked it: a fast, compact GaN wall charger keeps showing up as the practical tech upgrade people grab alongside new phones and laptops this fall — small enough to travel with, strong enough to charge a laptop and phone from the same block.
Why we picked it: the smallest, cheapest Echo keeps showing up as one of Amazon's own go-to gift and stocking-stuffer recommendations heading into the holidays — not a flagship speaker, but an easy way to add voice control and music to a bedroom or kitchen without spending much.
Why we picked it: foldable solar chargers are a gadget travel and preparedness guides keep flagging this season for road trips and power outages — not fast enough to replace a wall outlet, but enough to keep a phone or power bank topped up off-grid.
Why we picked it: Amazon's own budget tablet keeps turning up in October deal roundups as one of the easiest low-cost tech gifts this fall — enough screen for video and reading without laptop money, and the discounting tends to get deeper the closer we get to the holidays.
Why we picked it: it's the budget indoor camera that keeps showing up on "tech under $50" lists this fall — cheap enough to put one in every room without a second thought, and backed by a brand people already trust for smart plugs and video doorbells.
Why we picked it: Anker's budget Soundcore line has been quietly holding multiple spots among Amazon's top-selling earbuds this year — solid everyday sound and battery life for a fraction of the cost of AirPods or Galaxy Buds, which makes it an easy low-risk pick.
Why we picked it: Amazon's own streaming stick keeps turning up near the top of its electronics bestseller lists heading into the holidays — a cheap, easy way to add 4K and voice search to an older TV without buying a new one.
Why we picked it: self-emptying, self-washing robot vacuums keep climbing Amazon's home-tech charts this fall, and this one adds a mopping arm that lifts out of the way on carpet — a practical upgrade for anyone tired of babysitting a regular robot vacuum.