Best tech gadgets for 2021: cool stuff that’s worth buying

What’s the best tech gadget for 2021? It’s hard to say because technology changes so fast. So the best tech gadgets coming this year are probably way more advanced than the ones we have now. But there are a few things that are almost guaranteed to be staple gadgets. We compiled a list of some of the coolest, most innovative, and most practical tech gadgets of 2021.

Best tech gadgets for 2021: cool stuff that’s worth buying
Sony SRS-RA3000 wireless speaker on a living room table

The future is unpredictable, but we have an idea of what to expect. What will the world look like in 2021? We’re not entirely sure, but we have a pretty good idea. That’s why we’ve compiled this list of the best tech gadgets for 2021. Some of them are already available and others are coming soon, but they all make excellent gifts for the future.

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So, if you want to prep a wish list for what you want to buy in the coming months, this list of cool stuff is totally worth waiting for. Yes, some of them are pretty expensive tech gadgets, but you can always save to splurge on something that will truly enhance your life.

Samsung 2021 MicroLED TV Collection

Samsung takes its technology even further and smaller with the Samsung 2021 MicroLED TV Collection, which includes 76-inch and 88-inch versions. So now you can even place this technology in a regular-size room. These TVs give you bright picture, deep blacks, and superb images.

Samsung 2021 2021 MicroLED TV Collection in a video

Fitbit Versa 3 Smartwatch and GPS Tracker

If you need a little inspiration to get out there and exercise, the Fitbit Versa 3 Smartwatch and GPS Tracker has you covered. That’s why it made our list of the best tech gadgets for 2021. Its built-in GPS tracks your outdoor run’s pace, distance, and intensity right on the route you follow. It even buzzes when you reach your target heart rate zones during exercise.

Fitbit Versa 3 Smartwatch and GPS Tracker
Fitbit Versa 3 smartwatch and GPS tracker on a coral background

Sony a1 Interchangeable Lens Camera

If you’re an image creator, you’ll want to add the Sony a1 Interchangeable Lens Camera to your workflow. This latest technology from Sony provides extraordinary speed and resolution: 50 MP at 30fps. So it’s ideal for sports or any fast-moving action. It also offers AF and AE tracking that calculates 120 times per second. And, with absolutely no blackout, it will surely provide an uninterrupted view.

Sony a1 interchangeable lens camera in a video

Lenovo ThinkReality A3 Lightweight Smart Glasses

Looking for a high-tech way to transform your business? The Lenovo ThinkReality A3 Lightweight Smart Glasses are it. These AR glasses are lightweight and comfortable, but, more than that, they offer remote teams an exciting way to collaborate. This includes AR-assisted workflows and 3D visualization across an entire business.

Sony SRS-RA3000 Wireless Speaker

You can fill any room with ambient sound when you have the Sony SRS-RA3000 Wireless Speaker. It uses 360 Reality Audio Technology to diffuse sound horizontally and vertically, letting you create just the right ambiance whether you’re listening to classical music or fun beats.

DJI FPV Combo Low Latency Digital System

The DJI FPV Combo Low Latency Digital System is another of the best tech gadgets for 2021. That’s because this drone makes you feel like you’re flying, too. With its goggles, HD low-latency image transmission, and flight control, this is one high-tech drone.

DJI FPV Combo low latency digital system
DJI FPV Combo low latency digital system outdoors

Samsung Odyssey G9 2021 Curved Gaming Monitor

For a pro-level gaming monitor, go for the Samsung Odyssey G9 2021 Curved Gaming Monitor. Its futuristic curved design features 1000R, matching the contours of the human eye. That, combined with its Quantum MiniLED display, immerses you in whatever you’re playing.

Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2

The Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2 made our list of the best tech gadgets for 2021 because it’s like having your own doorman. It gives you a top-to-bottom view of visitors with Head to Toe HD Video. It also pinpoints movement thanks to the 3D Motion Detection technology. And with Alexa Greetings, Alexa can even talk to visitors and accept deliveries for you.

ASUS Zen AiO 22 & 24 2021 PC Series

The ASUS Zen AiO 22 & 24 2021 PC Series is beautifully designed and enhances any workspace. They come in various sizes, but they all have a NanoEdge display with up to a 93% screen-to-body ratio. And, with a built-in HD Camera and integrated privacy shutter, they’re excellent PCs for working from home.

SUS Zen AiO 22 & 24 2021 PC series
ASUS Zen AiO 22 & 24 2021 PC series on a table

Samsung JetBot 90 AI+ Robotic Vacuum

Can a robot vacuum navigate your home as carefully as you can? The Samsung JetBot 90 AI+ Robotic Vacuum sure can, and that’s why we’ve included it on our list of the best tech gadgets for 2021. Its sensors and AI-enhanced object recognition detect small objects on the floor and avoid fragile furniture.

WOWCube System Handheld Game

The Rubik’s high-tech cousin, the WOWCube System Handheld Game, is fun for playing and learning. It boasts a ton of cool tech, like 24 high-resolution screens and a built-in CPU. With an open API and SDK, it even lets you develop new games to play. It’s fun for the whole family.

Apple AirPods Max Over-Ear Headphones

For superb calls and audio in 2021, look no further than the Apple AirPods Max Over-Ear Headphones. They boast high-fidelity audio, active noise cancellation, and spatial audio for immersive sound quality. And, with 20 hours of battery life, they let you listen pretty much all day.

Apple AirPods Max over-ear headphones
Apple AirPods Max over-ear headphones on a person

We hope you love the products on our list of the best tech gadgets for 2021 just as much as we do. Tech really can optimize all areas of your life, from your workouts to your front door. Let us know which of these cool gadgets you like the most.

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Lauren has been writing and editing since 2008. She loves working with text and helping writers find their voice. When she's not typing away at her computer, she cooks and travels with her husband and two daughters.
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