Compiled by Ryan Giles, TractionStrong.com
Fitbit Alta ($129)
Get your New Year’s resolutions started with an activity tracker. The Alta is Fitbit’s most popular tracker with a long battery life (it lasts for a week) and smartphone notifications. If you’re a Fitbit fan, also check out their smart scale (the Aria).
HP Sprocket Portable Photo Printer ($127)
Do you have lots of pictures on your smartphone, but don’t know what to do with them? Check out the Sprocket to turn your digital memories into real prints.
Apple AirPods ($159)
These Bluetooth (wireless) headphones pair with your iPhone, Apple Watch, Mac or iPad. You’ll be impressed with the call clarity and long list of features in these new headphones from Apple. If you’re looking for a pair of noise-cancelling headphones, check out Bose’s QuietControl 30 headphones ($299).
Amazon Echo Spot ($129)
Amazon has recently announced six new products in their Echo line. The Spot is an amazing alarm clock (with lots of additional features), the Show is a music and video-streaming device that allows phone calls, and the Dot (2nd generation) is a smaller, less-expensive version of the original Echo. If you’re a Google fan, check out Google’s new “Home” speaker system ($129).
Tile Tracker ($25 – $30)
The newest members of the Tile family allow you to keep track of almost anything (keys, wallet, phone, luggage, etc.) from an app on your smartphone. The Tile Sport is twice as loud as the original…and waterproof. The Tile Style has most of the same features, but looks better than ever.
GoPro Hero 6 ($499)
If you’re looking for the best adventure camera available, look no more. The Hero 6 is the newest member of the GoPro family and boasts twice the battery life, better image quality, a touchscreen with native waterproofness, and an improved software package.
DJI Phantom 3 Professional 4K Drone ($799)
Drones come in all shapes and sizes, and prices range from $20 to hundreds of thousands. The Phantom 3, though more expensive than many drones its size, is very highly rated, boasts great flying time, and comes with an excellent (4K) camera. If you’re looking for something more portable, check out the DJI Mavic Pro.
BlueSmart Luggage ($299)
Do you travel? If so, check out the latest in Bluetooth luggage from BlueSmart. With this luggage, you’ll get a built-in scale and a luggage tracker, so you’ll never lose your luggage again.