Top 10 tech gadgets

Listener technology writer Peter Griffin names some of the best gadgets and devices that debuted in 2022.

1. TECHNICS EAH-A800 HEADPHONES 

 

Wireless earbuds are all the rage these days, but you can’t beat the aural experience of a pair of high-quality, over-ear, noise-cancelling headphones. Technics delivers a reasonably lightweight pair with excellent sound quality for music playback and phone calls. The Multipoint Bluetooth Connection lets you connect to multiple devices simultaneously. The noise-cancelling technology here is industry-leading and the ambient mode makes it possible to wear them out on busy streets while still being able to hear what’s going on around you. Topped off with a hefty 50 hours of music-listening time on a single charge.

Price: $356

2. ROCKETBOOK FLIP

I’m a consummate note-taker so the year draws to a close with a pile of nearly two dozen notebooks beside my desk. That’s not very practical or sustainable. But I’ve just discovered a better option for 2023 – a reusable notepad that allows your writing to be dabbed away with a damp cloth. Even better, the accompanying smartphone app lets you scan your scribbles before erasing them, so you can upload them to Google Drive, or your cloud provider of choice. The software also does a fair job of reading your handwriting, so you can search your stored notes online. The Rocketbook’s pages are made of thin plastic but feel comfortable to write on with the accompanying Frixion pen. I tried writing notes on my iPad with a digital pen and gave up. This is my new go-to notebook. 

Price: $64 (12 pack of Frixion pens $42)

3. PHILIPS HUE LIGHT STRIP