Eight different shock value gadgets, gizmos, and contraptions have been selected as those that, upon discovery, might strike surprise or interest. These items are portrayed as capable of changing the performance of daily activities by making them more pleasant or easier to carry out.
Oxo Brew Rapid Brewer
Oxo Rapid Brew is the first gadget to be presented that focuses on coffee lovers. This product is positioned as a device that helps save money for coffee lovers, as per the source, this version is also faster at making cold brew compared to other models on the market, along with price and portability conveniences. It only takes five minutes to brew cold brew compared to the overnight duration other pitchers require. The device does not have to be charged or plugged in, which allows for versatility. It is able to brew hot coffee and cold brew by placing coffee grounds in the top portion, tamping them down, steeping them, and pumping brewed coffee from a carafe filled with either hot or cold water.
Slim Two-Slice Toaster
The second piece of technology showcased in the video is the slim two-slice toaster. This slim toaster has the distinctive feature of being able to fit practically anywhere in a small kitchen. Besides its space saving feature, the toaster is also described as looking “gosh darn cute.” Another advantage of the Toaster’s long slots is that they are purported to be ideal for larger slices of bread, like those cut from sourdough breads.
Charging Station End Table
The third piece of technology featured in the video is the charging station end table. This gadget is noted to be super useful and delightfully inexpensive. It has two electrical sockets and two USB ports. These ports can also be used to power lamps and other devices, as well as charge multiple devices strategically. Many reviewers reportedly love this compact piece because it is so lightweight and find it especially useful in bedrooms and small living rooms where extra outlets for power and charging are in great demand.
Sloth Breathing Partner
The fourth gadget is a guided visual sloth “breathing partner.” This device is marketed as an aid for meditation and calming oneself for a mindset shift. It is tailored to instruct participants on some of the well-known “calming breaths” like 4/7/8 and 5/5 breath techniques. The goal is to alleviate stress and anxiety with colors that gently pulse in and out to signal inhalation and exhalation. The source also notes that this gadget is kid-friendly.
Ninja Portable Air Fryer
The fifth gadget highlighted is the latest from Ninja, which is the new portable Crispi Air Fryer system. This is targeted to people with very high foodie expectations but tend to be very busy. It is called an “all-in-one system” since it cooks food in the same container that is used for eating. This system enables users to place a meal into the air fryer and have it cooked, allowing them to either pack it for later or eat directly out of the cooking container, which greatly streamlines the process.
Rechargeable Electric Candle Lighter
The sixth gadget is an elaborately formulated flameless electric candle lighter that is rechargeable. This lighter does have a flexible neck as a plus for reaching deep jars without the chance of being too close to an open flame. It is also described as windproof and super portable, so it can be used to light not only candles, but fires outside.
Mini Kindle
The seventh gadget featured is a new mini Kindle. This e-reader is described as faster and brighter than previous models, and notably, teensier. The new smaller size is purportedly easier to hold in the palm of one’s hand, making it easier to travel with. It is also presented as significantly easier to pack into smaller clutches and purses when commuting. Additionally, the mini Kindle is glare-free and has a battery life of six weeks on a single charge.
PopLite personal popcorn maker
The eighth outlined gadget is a PopLite personal popcorn maker. According to this review, the appliance seems to have a built-in serving bowl and is capable of producing 8 cups of movie theater-quality popcorn in 2 minutes. Reviewers also seem to appreciate that the popcorn does not burn and the machine does not leave unpopped kernels, which is the case with most microwave popcorn brands.
