From button-pushing robots to color-changing lamps, these affordable gadgets will definitely spark joy. They aren’t exactly essentials, but they’re the kind of gadgets you never knew you wanted until you saw them and often end up being the most delightful to own.
From a pocket-size gaming controller and a tiny crafting machine that lets you make stickers and cards to a cordless barcode scanner that lets you catalog your home library like a real librarian, these are the Verge-approved small gadgets you probably don’t need but will totally want anyway, most of which cost less than $100.
SwitchBot Smart Switch Button Pusher is simple, smart, and works on anything with a button. Stick it on the device you want to turn on or off, and you’re set. VidaBay Snap E Ink fridge magnet looks like a classic instant photo but uses a color E Ink screen that can be changed at any time using the NFC chip inside your phone.
Philips Hue smart bulb starter kit comes with color-changing bulbs that can be controlled with Alexa, Google Assistant, or the companion app. The included Hue Bridge lets you set custom lighting routines and expand your setup to 50 lights. JisuLife Handheld Fan Life8 is a portable, folding USB-C fan that will keep you cool for hours.
The Keychron V1 Max keyboard’s vibrant per-key RGB backlighting adds personality to any desk while the hot-swappable 75-percent design and remappable keys offer a level of customization. Glocusent Book Light is a subtle, low-light alternative for late-night study sessions. Lego Star Wars Imperial Star Destroyer is an excellent 1,555-piece throwback to Star Wars: A New Hope with seven minifigs, plenty of interior detail, and a convenient handle.







