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Top 100 Gadgets Trends in May

From Card-Sized Tracking Devices to Sporty Smart Goggles

— May 30, 2015 — Tech
There are a lot of big, bold ideas included in the list of top May 2015 gadget trends. However, living in an information age, people acclimatize to technology very quickly. In a few short years, we'll likely be wondering how we ever lived without technology that, as of right now, seems pretty far-out.

Take the MINI Augmented Vision, for instance, a pair of augmented reality glasses that make solid parts of the wearer's car appear transparent to minimize risk of blind spots and facilitate easier parking. Augmented reality might very well be the logical evolution in the automobile industry.

Technology such as augmented and virtual reality, along with 3D printing, are quickly becoming integrated into the mainstream, a fact which is clearly evidenced by the top May 2015 gadget trends.
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Activity
Freshness
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Weatherproof Camera Stabilizers
Weatherproof Camera Stabilizers
The StabCam is Designed to Stabilize GoPro Cameras
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99
Handy Robotic Extremities
Handy Robotic Extremities
The Robotic Third Hand is a 3D-Printed Hand Attachment That Holds Tools
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98
Sweat-Analyzing Breathalyzer Alternatives
Sweat-Analyzing Breathalyzer Alternatives
The AlcoStop Analyzes Sweat to Thwart Drunk Drivers
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97
Blind Collision Warning Devices
Blind Collision Warning Devices
This Tiny Device Warns the Blind About Obstacles In Their Path
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96
Convenient Fusion Synthesizers
Convenient Fusion Synthesizers
This Parva Blends the Best of Digital and Analog Synthesizers
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95
Miniature Pacemakers
Miniature Pacemakers
The Micra TPS is the World's Smallest Pacemaker
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94
Collaborative Brand TVs
Collaborative Brand TVs
The Newest Konka TV Includes Special Features from Alibaba and Tencent
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93
Wearable Two-Way Radios
Wearable Two-Way Radios
The AWIRE Radio Offers Quick and Easy Two-Way Communication
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92
3D-Printed Prayer Mats
3D-Printed Prayer Mats
Othman Khunji's Prayary Adds Incentive to Religious Rituals
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91
Metronomic Musician Wristbands
Metronomic Musician Wristbands
The Soundbrenner Pulse Helps Musicians Keep the Beat
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90
Connective Camera Mounts
Connective Camera Mounts
The Camlet Mount Lets You Connect Your Camera to Your Mobile Device
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89
Liquid-Sucking Vacuum Attachments
Liquid-Sucking Vacuum Attachments
The SpillMate Converts Regular Vacuum Cleaners Into Wet-Vacs
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88
Aquatic Activity Bracelets
Aquatic Activity Bracelets
LedSwim Uses NFC Tracking to Record Swimming Activity
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87
Interconnected TV Platforms
Interconnected TV Platforms
LG's WebOS 2.0 Connects TVs With Home Automation Gadgets & Smart Cars
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86
Yoga-Inspired Laptops
Yoga-Inspired Laptops
The HP Pavilion x360 Has a 360-Degree Hinge For Tablet Functionality
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85
Colorblind TV Adapters
Colorblind TV Adapters
The Eye2TV Enriches the TV-Viewing Experience For the COlorblind
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84
Wearable Finance Apps
Wearable Finance Apps
The Moven Smartwatch App Uses Behavioral Tricks to Reign In Your Spending
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83
Banking Smartwatch Apps
Banking Smartwatch Apps
Barclays Launches an App for Apple Watch to Check Current Account Balances
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82
Brick-Shaped Lamps
Brick-Shaped Lamps
This Minimalist Lamp is Shaped Like a Brick
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81
Crowdsourced Gadget Repairs
Crowdsourced Gadget Repairs
The Repair Cafe Network Encourages Community Interaction and Upcycling
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80
Universal Streaming Speakers
Universal Streaming Speakers
The Wren v5US Offers Near-Universal Device Compatibility
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79
Convenient Surfing Watches
Convenient Surfing Watches
The Ultratide Puts Surfing-Related Alerts and Information On Your Wrist
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78
Thumbnail Trackpads
Thumbnail Trackpads
The NailO Turns Your Thumbnail Into a Miniature Trackpad
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77
One-Handed Peripherals
One-Handed Peripherals
The Twiddler3 is a One-Handed Keyboard and Mouse Hybrid
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76
Interconnected Smart TVs
Interconnected Smart TVs
The TCL Smart TV 2 Connects With Smartphones, Tablets and Cameras
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75
Parkinson's-Assisting Pens
Parkinson's-Assisting Pens
The ARC Pen Vibrates To Make Writing Easier For Parkinson's Patients
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74
Couch-Friendly Device Chargers
Couch-Friendly Device Chargers
The Couchlet Lets You Comfortable Charge Devices From Your Couch
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73
Waterproof Bluetooth Speakers
Waterproof Bluetooth Speakers
The Grace Digital Ecoxgear Speaker Floats on Water
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72
Military Blast Mannequins
Military Blast Mannequins
This Blast Test Dummy Will Be Used For Military Vehicle Blast Testing
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71
Targeted Light Alarms
Targeted Light Alarms
The Wake Alarm Uses Light and Sound to Gently Wake You Up
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70
Amusement Park Beacons
Amusement Park Beacons
Canvas' Crowd Management Beacons Aim to Reduce Theme Park Lines
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69
Parent-Alerting Child Seats
Parent-Alerting Child Seats
The Intel Smart Clip Replaces Traditional Buckles for Kid Protection
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68
Electric Guitar Synthesizers
Electric Guitar Synthesizers
The Boss SY-300 Gives Guitarists and Bassists Access to Synth Sounds
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67
Modular Headphones
Modular Headphones
The AIAIAI TMA-2 Headphones Come With Swappable Components
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66
Fitness Band Payments
Fitness Band Payments
Jawbone and AmEx Have Announced a Partnership Involving a New Device
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65
Smartwatch Battery Bands
Smartwatch Battery Bands
The wipowerband Proposes to Extend the Apple Watch Battery Life
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64
Streaming Action Cam Transmitters
Streaming Action Cam Transmitters
The GoPro HeroCast Transmitter Live-Streams HD Footage
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63
Wireless Bicycle Lights
Wireless Bicycle Lights
The Transmitr Lets Cyclists Wirelessly Control Their Lights
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62
$5 LED Bulbs
$5 LED Bulbs
The Philips 8.5-W LED Bulb is the Most Affordable LED Bulb Around
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61
Energy-Saving Refrigerator Accessories
Energy-Saving Refrigerator Accessories
The Aerofoil System Helps Reduce Supermarket Energy Waste
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60
Unibody 3D Printers
Unibody 3D Printers
The Tiko 3D Printer Has Prealigned Beams That Reduce the Need For Maintenance
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59
Novel Device Covers
Novel Device Covers
This Handmade E-Reader Case Collection Resembles Hardbound Book Covers
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58
Swimming Sport Watches
Swimming Sport Watches
This Sleek Performance Watch is Designed for Swimmers
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57
Superhero Laser Gloves
Superhero Laser Gloves
This Iron Man Laser Glove Shoots Lasers and Sounds Authentic
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56
Weather-Resistant Vaporizers
Weather-Resistant Vaporizers
The New Vapium Summit is Discreet and Suitable for All Weather
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55
Personalized Bank Beacons
Personalized Bank Beacons
St. George Bank Greets Customers Through Smartphones and Tablets
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54
Bejeweled Step Counters
Bejeweled Step Counters
The Activity Tracking Crystal by Swarovski Monitors One's Health
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53
Internet-Providing Drones
Internet-Providing Drones
The SkyOrbiter Drones Will Fly For Months and Years At a Time
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52
Multicolor 3D Printing Attachments
Multicolor 3D Printing Attachments
The Diamond Hotend Can Print Many Colors From One Nozzle
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51
Sideways Parking Sensors
Sideways Parking Sensors
The SmartRim Sensor Detects Curbs and Other Obstacles
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50
USB Port Outlet Covers
USB Port Outlet Covers
The SnapPower Charger is a Wall Plate Cover with USB Connectivity
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49
Emotion-Transmitting Machines
Emotion-Transmitting Machines
The SenseX Uses UltraHaptics Technology to Transmit Emotions
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48
Mobile Security Drones
Mobile Security Drones
The Jackie Security Drone Can Be Controlled Via a Mobile App
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47
Airport Navigation Beacons
Airport Navigation Beacons
The FlyBeacon App Helps Emirates Customers Find Their Gate
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46
Untethered Smart Home Systems
Untethered Smart Home Systems
The Oomi Smart Home System Doesn't Require a Smartphone
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45
Military Pizza Drones
Military Pizza Drones
This US Army Drone Delivers 3D-Printed Pizzas to Men and Women in the Field
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44
Instant-Tint Helmet Visors
Instant-Tint Helmet Visors
The AGVisor Motorbike Helmet Visor Can Lighten or Darken In a Second
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43
Tech-Lending ATMs
Tech-Lending ATMs
Drexel University Has Introduced an iPad Vending Machine for Rentals
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42
Wearable Banking Devices
Wearable Banking Devices
The Westpac Bank in New Zealand is Developing an Apple Watch App
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41
Instant Online Shopping
Instant Online Shopping
The Amazon Dash Button Lets Prime Members Reorder Products with a Push
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40
Educational Hacker Tookits
Educational Hacker Tookits
Piper Teaches Kids Hardware Development Using Video Game Minecraft
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39
Haptic Gaming Gloves
Haptic Gaming Gloves
This Haptic Glove Lets Gamers Feel Virtual Objects
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38
Efficient Double Boilers
Efficient Double Boilers
The Portable Pot Keeps Your Heated Food and Drinks Safe for Consuming
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37
Audiophile Headphone Amplifiers
Audiophile Headphone Amplifiers
The NuPrime is a High-Resolution Digital-to-Analog Converter
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36
Warm Canned Coffee
Warm Canned Coffee
HOTSHOT is a System of Portable Heated Java in Aluminum Cans
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35
Merciless Mattress Cleaners
Merciless Mattress Cleaners
The Dyson V6 Sucks Up Dust Mites and Other Unsavories
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34
Wearable Payment Bands
Wearable Payment Bands
An Alibaba and Xiaomi Partnership Challenges Conventional Retail Payments
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33
Card-Sized Tracking Devices
Card-Sized Tracking Devices
The iTraq Helps You Keep Tabs on Possessions, Luggage and Loved Ones
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32
Wearable Programming Toys
Wearable Programming Toys
The DynePods Can Be Used To Create Interactive Programs For Toys
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31
Sporty Smart Goggles
Sporty Smart Goggles
The Jet HUD is a Pair of High-Tech Performance Goggles
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30
Smart Baby Bottles
Smart Baby Bottles
The Baby Glgl Helps Parents Track Milk Portion Control
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29
Next-Generation Air Purifiers
Next-Generation Air Purifiers
The Pure Cool Air Filter is Designed to Capture Ultrafine Particles
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28
Medication Reminding Devices
Medication Reminding Devices
The Alzheimer's Pillbox is Designed to Increase Independence
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27
Smart Stove Knobs
Smart Stove Knobs
The Mald Smart Knob Takes Over Your Stove
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26
Cylindrical Hair Stylers
Cylindrical Hair Stylers
The Column Hairdryer Has Been Designed for Improved Space Saving
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25
Rapid Plasma Readers
Rapid Plasma Readers
This Blood Type Analyzer Pen Would Enable Speedy Testing During Mass Trauma
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24
Miniature Wireless Earphones
Miniature Wireless Earphones
The Nextear Earphones Sit Well Inside Your Ear Canal
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23
Solar-Powered Garden Tillers
Solar-Powered Garden Tillers
This DIY Backyard Tiller Reduces Noise and Energy Consumption
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22
Undercover Distress Devices
Undercover Distress Devices
This Location Tracker Informs Loved Ones of Your Unsafe Circumstances
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21
Insect-Examining Toys
Insect-Examining Toys
Hi-Tech Bug Viewer Encourages Curiosity and Education with Handheld Device
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20
Pivot Air Purifiers
Pivot Air Purifiers
The Compact Zephyros Air Conditioner Rotates for 360-Degree Freshness
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19
Conductive Ink Keyboards
Conductive Ink Keyboards
Inko iPad Case is a Smooth Leather Tablet Accessory with Drawn Circuitry
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18
Kids' Programmable Pendants
Kids' Programmable Pendants
Linkitz are Wearable Hi-Tech Puzzle Pieces That Respond to Commands
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17
Smart Ergonomic Insoles
Smart Ergonomic Insoles
The FootLogger Smart Insoles Feature Eight Pressure Sensors
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16
Compact Carry-On Bags
Compact Carry-On Bags
The Flat-Pack Barracuda Travel Luggage Keeps Tabs on Its Own Whereabouts
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15
Airplane Tablet Clips
Airplane Tablet Clips
The TabCaddy Clip from Skycast Solutions is a Removable Tablet Holder
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14
Portable Color Lamps
Portable Color Lamps
The Philips Hue Go Lamp Includes 16 Million Colors
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13
Elegant E-Cigarette Branding
Elegant E-Cigarette Branding
The Treasurer Vape is Discreet Without Compromising Aesthetics
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12
Luxurious Stone Electronics
Luxurious Stone Electronics
The Clique Small Objects Collection Blends Marble with Technology
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11
Heated Smart Mugs
Heated Smart Mugs
This Wireless Heated Mug Employs Nanotechnology to Stay Warm
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10
Medication Reminder Wristbands
Medication Reminder Wristbands
Alzheimer’s Watch Keeps Tabs on Pill Doses for Forgetful Patients
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9
Handy Electric Lighters
Handy Electric Lighters
The Illume ArcLighter Can Initiate Flames in Style and Without Fluid
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8
Augmented Auto Eyewear
Augmented Auto Eyewear
The MINI Augmented Vision Improves Driving Capabilities
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7
QR Code Stamps
QR Code Stamps
The Variable 2D Bar Code Seal Pulls Digital Info From Your Phone and Imprints It
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6
3D-Printed Solar Engines
3D-Printed Solar Engines
Andreas Haeuser's DIY Solar Energy Panels Have a Low-Temperature Engine
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5
Smart Kitchen Countertops
Smart Kitchen Countertops
The Countertop by Orange Chef System Connects to the Apple Watch
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4
Chic Blood Sugar Bands
Chic Blood Sugar Bands
Hi-Tech Wearable Accessory Measures Glucose Levels by a Futuristic Fashion
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3
Fire-Starting Pens
Fire-Starting Pens
The Endure Survival Pen Can Start Fires and Shoot Flares
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2
Complete USB-Sized Computers
Complete USB-Sized Computers
The Google and ASUS Chromebit Turns Monitors into Working Computers
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1
Autonomous Planters
Autonomous Planters
This Self-Watering Planter is Perfect for Forgetful Users
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