With the New Year coming not only a long list of resolutions, but also a lot of new gadgets – and you’ll want to get your hands on them.
We’ve got the scoop on the hottest tech items of 2022, from the latest work surfaces to cool home robots.
Check out our list of the 5 best tech tools below.
1. Microsoft Surface Pro 8 2-in-1 Laptop
The new Microsoft Surface Pro 8 2-in-1 laptop (starting at $999) is being marketed as the “most powerful Pro” to date.
Microsoft says it built the laptop and tablet range with the modern workplace in mind. Thus, the features include a powerful 11th generation Intel Core processor, a kickstand that can be adjusted to any angle and a huge battery life of up to 16 hours.
The tablet is also very light, starting at just 1.96 pounds, and has the storage space of a Surface Slim Pen 2.
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Other fun features include the ability to connect it to your X-Box, as well as the ability to draw directly on the screen.
2. Amazon Astro food processor
Amazon’s Astro home robot (starting at $999) launched a few months ago, but the hype around the device hasn’t subsided.
The bot, which comes with everyone’s favorite AI assistant Alexa, is built to monitor your home when you’re not around.
Astro offers a “smart movement” to navigate your home and go where you want it to be.
Easy home bot will also send you notifications if it detects an unknown person or certain sounds when you are away.
Another feature: You can connect Astro to your Ring system for more additional features.
3. DJI Mavic 3 Drone
If you want a drone but are worried about trying one, the DJI Mavic 3 Drone (starting at $2999) is for you.
The flying robot has a professional level Hasselblad camera system and is able to detect objects in all directions, thus avoiding collisions (and saving a lot of money).
The Mavic 3 Cine also features an Apple ProRes 422 HQ encoder for high-quality footage.
4. HTC VIVE Flow VR Glasses
These lightweight, foldable glasses take virtual reality from a bulky headset into a small, portable frame.
VIVE Flow VR glasses (starting at $499) are designed with one goal: to promote wellness and help you find your happiness through mindfulness.
All you have to do to find your center is connect to your phone via bluetooth and enter your virtual sanctuary.
5. Capstone smart mirror
The Capstone Smart Mirror (starting at $799) will make your morning setup a joy.
This tool allows you to check the time, find directions, play music, and more, all while looking at yourself in the mirror.
You can also search the YouTube platform directly from the touch screen – imagine yourself applying makeup in the mirror while watching a beauty tutorial at the same time.
In addition, you can pair a bluetooth speaker, headphones, or any other device to listen to music.