10 Cool New Gadgets to Keep on Your Radar

The Audiolab 6000A MkII is an integrated stereo amplifier that’s a next-gen update over Audiolab’s 2018-released 6000A. The entry-level amp looks identical to its predecessor, delivers the same 50 watts of power into 8 ohms, supports Bluetooth streaming and has a moving-magnet phono stage for easy turntable connectivity. The differences are primarily under the hood, as the 6000A MkII features an improved DAC, toroidal transformer and power supply, thus promising improved performance. Also, it supports Bluetooth aptX HD for higher-quality streaming. And has an HDMI eARC input to make it the hub of your home theater.

Initially released in 2022, the Focal Bathys are the luxury French hi-fi manufacturer’s first (and only) pair of wireless noise-canceling headphones — they’re also one of the most expensive models you can buy. They have the same 40mm M-shaped dome drivers as in the company’s non-wireless closed-back headphones, the $999 Celestee, and deliver high-resolution sound. They also have a standout design with premium materials, such as magnesium, aluminum and genuine leather. As of 2025, Focal now offers them in a “Deep Black” finish.

The Fujifilm GFX100RF is a 102-megapixel medium-format digital camera with a fixed 28mm equivalent F4 lens — it’s essentially the long-rumored “medium format X100.” It has a massive sensor, an excellent lens and features rarely seen on compact cameras, such as a built-in ND filter and dedicated aspect ratio dial. The gorgeous yet pricey compact camera is likely geared toward street and travel photography. It’s available in black or silver finishes.

The Google Pixel 9A is a more affordable version of the company’s flagship Pixel 9 smartphone, but the two are actually quite similar. They have a 6.3-inch display with a 120Hz refresh and are powered by the same Tensor G4 processor. The Pixel 9A is thicker and lacks a camera bump, but this has allowed Google to give it a bigger battery, and thus, the Pixel 9A has the best battery life of any Pixel smartphone. The main sacrifices are that the Pixel 9A doesn’t have as good of a rear-camera system — but it does come with an ultra-wide lens (unlike Apple’s budget iPhone 16E) — and its build quality isn’t as premium (for instance, it has a plastic back instead of the Pixel 9’s glass back).

For years, Triangle’s Borea BR03 has been regarded as one of the best passive bookshelf speakers for less than $500. With the Borea BR04, the French hi-fi maker has essentially created an upgraded version. They have the same two-way design that features a 1-inch silk dome tweeter and a 6-inch cellulose mid-woofer. But they have a larger cabinet, a re-engineered front-mount bass-reflex port and an upgraded crossover. The result is a superior sound with deeper bass, albeit the speakers cost $100 more than their smaller siblings.

The Zens Quattro Wireless Charger Pro 4 is a unique wireless charger with a double-decker design and four different MagSafe and Qi2 wireless charging pads. In total, it can deliver 60 watts to all four pads, 15 watts to each, and wireless charge your four iPhones or AirPods simultaneously. It can’t charge an Apple Watch, however.

Nanoleaf’s PC Screen Mirror Lightstrip is a plug-and-play lightstrip for PC gamers. It features 75 color-changing LEDs that stick (via adhesives) to the back of your monitor. And, uniquely, it doesn’t require any additional hardware as the lightstrip plugs directly into your monitor via USB-C. To customize the color and animations of the lights, you use Nanoleaf’s desktop app. You can also set it up so the lights mirror the colors and tones on your screen. The lightstrip is optimized for 32-inch monitors, but if you have a smaller monitor, you can trim off the extra lights without destroying it.

The Sennheiser HD 550 are affordable open-back headphones designed for budget-conscious audiophiles. They are similar to the German hi-fi maker’s HD 505 — they have a lightweight and modular design with large cushioned earcups — but they have custom 38mm transducers that deliver a fuller and wider sound with deeper bass. Because of this fact, Sennheiser is also marketing them to gamers who want elite sound quality (but don’t necessarily need a microphone). They cost $20 more than the brand’s HD 505.

Belkin’s BoostCharge Power Bank with Display is a portable battery pack with a built-in display that shows charging information. It’s also unique because it has a detachable USB-C charging cable for powering other devices or recharging itself. It houses two USB-C and one USB-A ports and can output a maximum power of 20 watts (or 15 watts when using two ports).  It comes in two capacities, 10,000mAh and 20,000mAh, and will be available in May 2025.

Tivoli Audio’s Boutique is a powered Bluetooth speaker that’s essentially a smaller, more affordable version of the company’s popular Model Two Digital table-top speaker. It has a standout design with a brushed metal ionized grill and a wood veneer cabinet. Inside, it packs a 3-inch full-range driver that can deliver audio with a frequency range of 20Hz–20kHz. On top, there are USB-C and USB-A ports for charging your various devices.