Tools of the trade

May 28, 2025

💼 Here’s your go-to gear to stay on track while you work.

A comfy under-desk footrest ($28) lifts both your legs and mood.
Typing all day? These soft pads ($20) make every click easier.
Stay neat with a valet tray (11% off) that has a built-in charger.
Jot down all your great ideas on some clear sticky notes ($9).
One USB port isn’t enough. Get four with this hub (57% off).

⌚ Dead smartwatch, again? Clip on a key chain charger (23% off) that works for both Apple and Android.

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Tags: Android, Apple, Mood, track, Typing

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Memorial Day deals for under $50

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Memorial Day is not designed to be a day for special sales and barbecues, although there will be plenty of both. And while we value and appreciate all the veterans and active-duty military, it’s not their day either.

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Best travel gadgets for any trip

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You rolled into your “deluxe” hotel room only to be stuck with dim lighting, mystery smells and Wi-Fi that makes you nostalgic for dial-up. Having fun yet?

Seasoned travelers know this secret: Pack smart. I tracked down the best gadgets on Amazon that are worth your carry-on space. Let’s check in.

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One app to rule them all: Amazon never wants you to leave their app. That’s why they’re testing a “Buy for Me” button that lets you shop other sites within their app. It uses AI to handle checkout securely. Amazon says they won’t take a cut of the purchases, but let’s be real, this undercuts their competition.

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Fill ’er up: The free Upside app gives you cash back on gas, groceries and dining out. Download Upside and use promo code Kim to get an extra $0.25 back for every gallon on your first tank of gas.

Tech deals hiding in plain sight

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You made it through the week. Time to treat yourself! I dug through the sea of fake reviews and gimmicks for sweet savings on gadgets you’ll actually want. Let’s dive in.

🚘 Eyes on the road 24/7: Redtiger’s 4K dual dash cam ($118.99, 30% off) covers your ride from front to back, even when parked. Your protection is worth the investment.

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Gadget or gimmick? The truth behind viral tech products

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Oh, it’s Friday. Let’s lighten our tech brains and hearts.

Every week, some new gadget promises to make your life easier. There’s a fine line though between “tech that improves your life” and “tech that ends up in a junk drawer next to the USB lava lamp.”

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Gear up or get stuck

🚘 When you’re in a pinch, a little prep goes a long way.

🪛 Screw it: Snag a portable electric screwdriver (24% off) with 14 metal bits, so you’re ready for any job.

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Bin stores let you hit the jackpot

I hit up a bin store the other day. It’s where returned and overstock items find a second chance. I spotted a sealed 2-by-2-foot mystery box for 10 bucks. Naturally, I had to buy it. What was inside?

Four pairs of men’s black socks, a cat bell, two potato peelers, an iPhone stand and a women’s tee that said, “Cowboys in my veins. Jesus in my heart.”

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AirPods aren’t the only option: Check out Raycon. Their earbuds sound great, get a ton of battery life and are a fraction of the price.

I love it when things are functional … and mini. Mini is great, too.

A universal charging cable, complete with USB, USB-C, micro-USB and Apple Lightning adapters.
An emergency Advil stash (10% off).
A $9 seatbelt slicer and safety hammer for escaping a wrecked car.
An eyeglass repair kit under $5.
An Apple AirTag holder (30% off). Ta-da! Your keys are now unlosable.

I order supplements online: Mix two scoops of collagen* into your coffee or smoothie. I do this every morning to keep my skin, bones and joints happy. (Psst, it’s 45% off and you’ll get free shipping with my link.)

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