5 Tech Products for 2026, including the $230 Tool That ‘Makes You 33% More Efficient’

Start your year with tech that boosts efficiency.

By Mario Armstong | Jan 13, 2026

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This year, we all could use a little fun and beauty in our lives. Whether we find it in a statement bluetooth speaker, a mouse that helps you zoom through tasks, or a Lego masterpiece, here are some products you need now.

1. Speakers meant to be seen.

Ikea Solskydd Portable Bluetooth Speaker

Even when it’s off, the 8-inch round Ikea Solskydd Portable Bluetooth Speaker [$80; ikea.com] will turn heads. Its bold orange checkerboard pattern looks like art; you can hang it on a wall or carry the nearly 3-pound speaker by its stand. Its built-in battery runs up to 25 hours and has simple top-mounted controls. There’s no fussy app; just connect through your phone like you would a pair of earbuds. Want a punchier alternative to your TV’s soundbar? Pair two for true left-right stereo.

2. A masterpiece in bricks.

Lego Vincent van Gogh Sunflowers

It’s a weekend project that turns into a humblebrag: The Lego Vincent van Gogh Sunflowers [$200; lego.com] is fun to put together, and then hangs nicely in your office or Zoom background. Just like Lego’s Mona Lisa and The Scream, Sunflowers is instantly recognizable to art lovers and novices alike. The scale here (22-by-17 inches and protruding off the wall a chunky 2 inches) helps it stand out. But you must be up to the task: Its 2,615 pieces should take about seven or eight hours to assemble.

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3. Gaming on the go.

Playdate game system

The roughly 3-by-3-inch, rechargeable Playdate [$229; play.date] is perfect when you’ve outgrown big consoles but still love a quick, clever distraction. Unlike free apps and their endless ads, Playdate delivers fast-moving, crisp, black-and-white games. Many use the system’s charming crank (you really need to turn it!), and the lineup spans action, adventure, puzzles, and strategy from small indie studios. Twenty-four games are included, and additional games can be purchased individually as one-offs.

4. A mouse made for movement.

Logitech MX Master 4

Give your hand a break with the Logitech MX Master 4 [$120; logitech.com]. It’s an ergonomic mouse designed to reduce wrist strain while keeping shortcuts within easy reach. Its machined aluminum scroll wheel and eight customizable buttons let you navigate documents, spreadsheets, and Adobe programs with ease, making you about 33% more efficient. The side thumb wheel keeps your hand steady for horizontal scrolling or timeline edits, while seamless multi-device switching allows you to work across computers for up to 70 days before needing a recharge.

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5. A camera that keeps track.

GoPro Fluid Pro AI gimbal

Whether you shoot on a phone, point-and-shoot, or action camera, the GoPro Fluid Pro AI gimbal [$230; gopro.com] makes it easier for content creators to produce smooth, professional-looking video. You can now tell it what to do using hand gestures; for example, making the “OK” sign tells the gimbal to focus on you in selfie mode, or it can be set to keep a moving subject in frame. Its reversible, adjustable light improves low-light shots, and its battery lasts all day.

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This year, we all could use a little fun and beauty in our lives. Whether we find it in a statement bluetooth speaker, a mouse that helps you zoom through tasks, or a Lego masterpiece, here are some products you need now.

1. Speakers meant to be seen.

Ikea Solskydd Portable Bluetooth Speaker

Even when it’s off, the 8-inch round Ikea Solskydd Portable Bluetooth Speaker [$80; ikea.com] will turn heads. Its bold orange checkerboard pattern looks like art; you can hang it on a wall or carry the nearly 3-pound speaker by its stand. Its built-in battery runs up to 25 hours and has simple top-mounted controls. There’s no fussy app; just connect through your phone like you would a pair of earbuds. Want a punchier alternative to your TV’s soundbar? Pair two for true left-right stereo.

2. A masterpiece in bricks.

Lego Vincent van Gogh Sunflowers

It’s a weekend project that turns into a humblebrag: The Lego Vincent van Gogh Sunflowers [$200; lego.com] is fun to put together, and then hangs nicely in your office or Zoom background. Just like Lego’s Mona Lisa and The Scream, Sunflowers is instantly recognizable to art lovers and novices alike. The scale here (22-by-17 inches and protruding off the wall a chunky 2 inches) helps it stand out. But you must be up to the task: Its 2,615 pieces should take about seven or eight hours to assemble.

Mario Armstong

Motivator. Entrepreneur. Contributor, 'NBC TODAY Show.' Emmy Award-Winning Host, 'Never Settle Show'
You've probably seen Mario Armstrong on TV as an Emmy Award-winning talk show host and digital lifestyle expert or as a regular contributor on NBC's TODAY show, CNN and NPR. Or maybe on Inside Edition, Dr. Oz, Steve Harvey or Rachael Ray. Soon, you'll be seeing Armstrong as the host of the Never Settle Show,...

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