Whether you’re a summer person or not, staying cool will be your top priority as it heats up. These unique gadgets are some of our favorite items to have on hand in the summer heat.

Our smartphones can do a lot, but perhaps one of the most underrated things they can do is offer some serious peace of mind for families. That’s a big part of the reason that location sharing apps have been popular for years, but many of them can also be a privacy nightmare. That’s the problem HeyPolo from Surfshark aims to fill – a privacy-first family safety app.

More than ever, trying to stay secure and protected online can feel borderline impossible. Choosing a VPN is an important first step, but in a sea of countless choices, determining the one that’s actually right for you — and for your wallet — feels more like shopping for auto insurance or filing your taxes than actually improving your privacy.

Cloud storage is undeniably useful, but you’re often giving up privacy for it. That’s where Proton Drive comes in, offering cloud storage and many of the same tools you’d get with Google Drive or Microsoft OneDrive, but with a focus on privacy, and great pricing on top. Right now, you can try it for just $1.

Robot vacuums aren’t a new idea, but if you’ve been using the same old one for years, you’d be shocked at what newer models are capable of. One of those highly-capable new models is Narwal Freo Z10 Turbo, which packs flagship-tier features that would often cost upwards of $1,000 into a package that costs just $599, but only for a limited time.

Most users have never considered paying for an email service, but it might be time to consider a secure, feature-rich email platform that actually fights spam, tracking, and ads. That service is Proton Mail, and it’s just $1 right now.

I try to appreciate my mom on a daily basis, but custom (and Hallmark) dictates that, once a year, I should appreciate her even more — ideally with a gift (or two). Flowers are great; chocolate is delicious; but great-tasting water is great and delicious.

So this Mother’s Day, ditch the droopy roses or the chocolate that’s not actually chocolate and go with a gift that stands the test of time and taste. Earlier this year, we covered Waterdrop Filter during its Spring Sale, and we’re partnering with them again to showcase their “everyday care” products that promote wellness, health, and longevity.

You’re probably paying too much for your cell phone plan. That’s annoyingly been the case for many for years, but there have been more and more great, low-cost options popping up in recent years, and Metro by T-Mobile is right now offering one of the best deals out there – just $20/month for unlimited service, as well as some offers that can get you a free Samsung Galaxy A17 smartphone or an iPhone 16e at no additional cost.

Genuinely excellent audio quality is hard to come by, especially in earbuds, and taking exceptional ANC over good sound seems to be an expected sacrifice. That’s not the case with the Status Pro X earbuds, and they really give earbuds like the Pixel Buds Pro 2 a run for their money.

If you just picked up a shiny new Galaxy S26 series phone and want to keep it that way, dbrand has cases available for every need and want you might have.

There’s nothing better than opening up the windows on a beautiful spring day while you get to work cleaning junk from drawers and dust from the windowsills. 

Spring is also the perfect time to save hundreds of dollars on a Waterdrop Filter Reverse Osmosis water filtration system. Whether you’re looking to add the popular G3P800 Tankless RO System, Waterdrop Filter’s best-selling under-sink RO solution, or the more affordable TSU Ultrafiltration system, there’s a Waterdrop Filter’s product at every budget.

Google’s Pixel 10 smartphones are among the best you can get and, right now, you can score a huge discount through the Verizon-powered carrier Visible, with up to 50% off your device. Here’s how to get the full discount.

The Galaxy S26 looks and feels pretty similar to previous phones in the series, so if you’re upgrading this year, Spigen’s complete ecosystem of accessories will make your phone feel truly new on day one.

With nearly 20 years of industry leadership, Spigen has built a case and MagFit ecosystem trusted by millions worldwide, solidifying its position as the go-to brand for Galaxy.

Innovation in the accessory space is rare these days, so it’s refreshing to see Pitaka, the maker of incredible cases for Galaxy phones, Pixels, and iPhones release its new lineup with a brand new feature: the Aaron Button.

Android Auto is already one of the biggest upgrades you can have to your car, but the arrival of wireless adapters has really taken things up a notch. Ottocast is one brand offering a ton of different wireless Android Auto adapters but, beyond just ditching the cable, these add some extra features too.

The company has been around since 2009, starting out with early CarPlay decoder solutions before shifting focus to wireless connectivity and AI-powered in-car upgrades. Today, Ottocast offers everything from simple wireless adapters to full standalone Android systems for your car’s display.

Ottocast offers a ton of different wireless Android Auto adapters but, beyond just ditching the cable, these add some extra features too. Use the coupon code NTF15 at checkout to save 15% on any of the products below.

The old adage that “you get what you pay for” shouldn’t necessarily have a negative connotation. Take, for instance, NYC’s famous dollar slice, which locals and tourists have trusted for decades as a reliable and delicious after-hours dinner.

Building out smart home security can be a pricey endeavour, but Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days can be a great place to score some discounts, including 40% or more off of select smart home gear from Aqara October 7-12.

Xiaomi, one of the world’s leading consumer electronics and smart manufacturing companies, officially launched its 2025 Xiaomi Creativity Competition. 

If you’ve got some used smartphones, laptops, smartwatches, and more laying around collecting dust, Gadget Salvation will give you cash for it, and you can get an extra 10% with our exclusive coupon “GADGET10” at checkout (available until December 31, 2025).

Aqara has now launched its official 2025 Prime Day sale, delivering some of the best prices of the year and some historical new all-time lows on its multi-platform smart home gear. Alongside a host of price drops across the Aqara ecosystem, you’ll will find some particularly notable offers and some more rare discounts on on its smart bulbs, water sensors, and leak detection systems to safeguard your home while away this summer, as well as its Matter hub for universal control over your entire setup. Scope it all out below. 

Wireless adapters for Android Auto and CarPlay are useful in themselves, but some offer a bit more functionality. GetPairr offers some enticing extra features, and it’s currently on sale too.

Cloud storage is useful in a ton of different ways, and pCloud has a killer offer to share with 9to5Google readers that includes a huge discount on a lifetime of cloud storage, but also includes upgraded encryption as a free gift. Here’s what you need to know.

With it being warm out, we’re all spending more time outside whether that’s camping, a BBQ, or just a relaxing even under the stars. With a Father’s Day discount on the Yaber T2 Portable Projector, you can take things up a notch by bringing your favorite movies outside or hooking up your favorite games.

The truth is that your personal data is out there in the open, and that’s especially true if you haven’t taken the time to ensure your personal information is deleted and kept off the web. Fortunately, there’s an easy way to take care of that issue, keeping your private data safe.