7 cool and wacky tech products you never knew existed
What's the story
Amazon sells a plethora of tech products that go beyond smartphones, cameras, and household electronic appliances.
They are super innovative and sometimes, just plain wacky. They make our lives simpler and at the same time also make us think: do I really need them?
Nevertheless, the offbeat stuff almost always manages to 'create' usefulness. Here are seven cool, slightly weird tech products on Amazon.
Price: Rs. 299
Mobile Phone Video Magnifier
This DMG 3D Viewer Immersive Screen No Glare Mobile Phone Video Magnifier can be attached to all kinds of mobile phones (2.5" - 6.0" screen).
It magnifies screens by three times so that multiple users can comfortably watch videos on a single, small phone.
It uses HD amplification optical technology and provides a good quality screen without glare. Its foldable design is travel-friendly.
Price: Rs. 280
Self Stirring Mug
This Basethings Automatic Stainless Coffee Mixing Cup Blender Self Stirring Mug is for the laziest of the lazy.
It can instantly stir tea, coffee, hot chocolate, and even soups at the press of a button.
It is insulated to keep your drinks hot or cold and even comes with a non-spill lid. It works on 2 x AAA batteries and is not microwave-safe.
Price: Rs. 800
USB-powered FAN + LED Clock
This Flintstop USB LED Clock Fan is a USB-powered device with soft PVC fan blades. It's a fan that also displays an analog LED clock when switched on.
You have to set time once by long-pressing the power button until the minute hand starts blinking and it'll remember it even after the device is switched off.
It's lightweight, travel-friendly, and has a flexible neck.
Price: Rs. 5,599
Anti-Gravity Nano-Suction iPhone Cover
This Anti-Gravity Nano-Suction Back Case for iPhone 6/6s/7/8 is a black-colored iPhone cover that sticks your phone to flat surfaces without any bulky accessory for easy hands-free use.
These surfaces include windows, mirrors, whiteboards, metal, kitchen cabinets, and car dashboards.
Its use cases include taking selfies, streaming Netflix, Skyping, vlogging, and working out-basically anywhere you want to use your phone without holding it.
Price: Rs. 950
USB-powered Cup Warmer
This GeekGoodies Donut Cup Warmer USB is a donut-shaped USB-powered mug warmer.
It uses your computer's USB port to keep your drink warm while you're working.
It is compatible with Mac, PC, and Chromebooks, uses only one USB port, and works with any ceramic mug material. You just have to plug it in and switch it on.
Price: Rs. 2,999
Smart Plug
This Beconnected Betty Smart Plug lets you control home appliances remotely through a smartphone app.
It monitors electricity consumption and subsequent cost savings if any. You can also set reminders for automatically turning appliances on/off through the mobile app.
The device is also equipped with motion sensors that can send intruder alerts to you and your emergency contacts when you are away.