9 gadgets to keep you safe and secure
Staying safe and secure can feel like a full-time job. That’s why you have me! Below, I’m sharing nifty gadgets to keep your personal information, devices and even your car safe from prying eyes and sneaky thieves.
Should you splurge on a Copilot+ AI PC?
Anymore, every company (and their mother) seems to be slapping “AI” on their product marketing and charging you a boatload. Microsoft and its new line of Copilot+ PCs are no exception.
Let me give it to you straight: Microsoft is pushing these laptops hard, but in this case, what they sell isn’t exactly what you get. If you’re considering buying one, read this first.
Weird-but-cool buys for under $10
- Yeehaw, hydration! Little cowboy hats to cap your Stanley tumbler (or any other travel mug), now four for $7.
- Thin Mints superfans, sprinkle Girl Scout cookie-inspired seasoning (under $5) over vanilla ice cream, yogurt, popcorn …
- Fungi-tional! Cable ties that look like little mushrooms, on sale for $8.
- When bumps and bruises need a sense of humor, emoji bandages will do the trick.
- This magnetic cloud can help you keep track of your keys in small spaces for under $8.
- Love the everything but not always the bagel? Sprinkle everything-bagel-inspired seasoning on wraps, cottage cheese, salads, toast — the sky’s the limit!
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Upgrade for the aux: Tired of cables? This adapter lets you go wireless with CarPlay so you don’t have to clutter your console with a three-foot USB cord. Love that.
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👍 5 awesome finds under $15
Actually, most of these deals are under $10!
- When there aren’t enough outlets, get more with this terrific extender. Just plug it in and you’ve got five outlets, three USB outlets and one USB-C outlet, plus a surge protector and a nightlight. It’s on sale for $12.98.
- Calling all athletes! Have a bunch of awards collecting dust in your office? The solution: A medal hanger. This one’s on sale for $4.68.
- It’s hot. This $7.99 fan is perfect for on the go or on your desk.
- Make more shower shelf space with this set of five organizers for $9.98.
- Need to label the kids’ clothes but don’t want to write on the tags? Check out these no-ironing-required labels for $7.52.
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✈️ Travel smarter
These affordable, unique accessories should be in your bag:
- Add an extra layer of security with a portable safe. Secure it with a cord when you arrive at your hotel. It’s on sale for $16.70.
- On a plane that makes you plug in your headphones? Try these wired Sony earbud headphones, now 50% off ($9.99).
- Tangled cords are the worst while traveling. Tidy up your wired earbuds with this cable winder for $9.99.
- This travel wallet can hold your boarding pass, passport, ID, cards — whatever you need to have on hand quickly. It’s on sale for $13.99.
- Organize all your cords and wires with this accessories bag, now 21% off. Brilliant.
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😝 What’s that smell?
Under-$20 pet smell solutions:
- Get rid of pet urine (and the smell — gross!) with natural enzymes. Grab a bottle of this bestselling stuff while it’s on sale ($16.99).
- When it comes to that wet dog stink, regular Febreze won’t cut it. This heavy-duty Febreze knocks out pet odors, and you can get three cans of it for $11.31.
- Shake some of this carpet odor eliminator before you vacuum to get the funk out. A two-pack is 27% off.
- This well-reviewed pet bed has a removable cover that’s machine washable. Even better, it’s 50% off!
- Not sure where that smell’s coming from? If you’re feeling brave, a black light will tell you (19% off). Another smelly mystery, solved.
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🥫 This one’s for the (meal) preppers
- Store prepped portions in these microwave-safe glass containers. No microplastics and they work in the freezer (25% off for 10).
- This one’s soup-er — silicone freezer trays with lids to store individual soup or stock. Two trays are on sale for $17.99.
- Make mornings easier with grab-and-go breakfasts. This four-pack of leakproof jars is $15.99. They even have a spoon holder!
- Freezer fans know you need to label your food. Grab a set of 500 removable labels so there’s no guesswork. They’re only $6.98 on sale.
- When you’re headed to the office, pack up this chic, insulated lunchbox. The gray one is 62% off!
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🛠️ You can fix that
Solve common household headaches for less than $25 with these DIY helpers:
- Spraying WD-40 can be messy, but the pen version makes precision super easy. Grab a pack of three for 17% off.
- Fix wobbly furniture or creaky doorframes — you name it — with these plastic shims. A 30-pack is on sale for $13.99.
- Calling all DIY decorators! Stop guessing where you should hang things with this magnetic stud finder. It’s so simple and 8% off.
- This compact steamer, at $21.99, is great for all kinds of fabrics. It fits in your suitcase for that relaxed, unwrinkled vacation look. Get it for 37% off!
- Retire your bag of plastic grocery bags and stick ‘em in this reusable organizer. This summery print is on sale, but they’re all under six bucks!
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