Every Friday, I’ll be highlighting a few new (or relatively new) tech products you should buy. From portable Bluetooth speakers to headphones and earbuds, TVs to content capture devices, phones, appliances, and more, these will all be devices that I have either already reviewed, are in the middle of reviewing and already enjoy, or plan to review in the near future.
Woowind Ventus Pro Portable Inflator
This smart air pump came my way for review at the perfect time: my car was giving me the low tire pressure warning. I charged it up, set the proper PSI, then checked the tires to see that yes, all four were low. Within minutes, I had them back up to the right levels with this handy device. It’s not just for tires, though. I used it to inflate a Spikeball ball for my son’s new set, and it works with plenty other items, from motorcycle and bike tires to balls, air mattresses, and more. I love that it’s battery operated so I keep it in my trunk for emergency air as needed. Read my review.
Buy the Woowind Ventus Pro for $62.09, down from $68.99.
Oura Ring 5 Smart Ring
I have been wearing the Oura Ring 5 for the last week after having worn the Oura Ring 4, which I reviewed last year, for over a year. It works the same way with the same app experience. But what I love about this ring is how incredibly slim and fashionable it is. It’s a marvel that so much technology and the ample battery is packed into this tiny ring that’s no bigger than a typical piece of jewelry. While you need to order a sizing kit first and a membership is necessary to get the most out of it, Oura Ring offers the most reliable sleep tracking of any wearable I’ve used. Beyond that, compared to other wearables with automatic activity detection, including other smart rings, smartwatches, and fitness trackers, Oura Ring is the only that almost always picks up when I’m doing an activity like walking or strength training, knows what I’m doing, and logs it accurately.
Buy the Oura Ring 5 for $529.99.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 9
Samsung’s latest smartwatch, I have been wearing the Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 for the last week, and enjoying its streamlined design, comfortable fit, custom watch faces, and all the valuable health and wellness tracking. I’m using it paired with a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, and you’ll get my reviews of both devices, soon. But if you have a Samsung Galaxy phone (or any Android phone) and you’re considering a smartwatch upgrade, the Galaxy Watch 9 has up to 3,000 nits brightness, a battery that can run for up to 30 hours per charge (I have found it to be much less, needing a recharge daily), and advanced features like heart health and sleep apnea detection.
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 for $519.99, $469.99 with coupon.
Beats Powerbeats Fit Wireless Earbuds
If you’re looking for a good pair of wireless earbuds, especially to pair with iPhone, these are a solid option. I love the seamless integration with iPhone and the comfortable and flexible wingtips. Those with smaller ears will appreciate that they come with an extra-small eartip size. They aren’t the best-sounding earbuds you’ll find but they are decent and do well with bass. They’re great for podcasts and watching movies from your mobile device, too. Read my review.
Buy the Beats Powerbeats Fit for $249.94.
JBL Flip 7 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
At its regular price, the JBL Flip 7 is tremendous value, and with this sale, it’s even more so. You get powerful, room-filling sound from this tiny compact speaker you can toss in your bag. In fact, I did just that, bringing it in my carry-on backpack for a vacation to Mexico. While there, we listened to tunes in the room, on the beach, and by the pool. It’s rugged with an IP68 rating, boasts up to 16 hours battery life, and even supports lossless audio. At this price, I’d grab two and link them for more immersive sound: they support Bluetooth Auracast. Read my review.