Welcome to this week’s edition of the “Weekend Recommender,” where we share a selection of intriguing products we’ve seen right here in the office and genuinely enjoy. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast or simply someone who appreciates innovative gadgets, we’ve got something for you.
From sleek wireless keyboard and mouse combos to compact earbuds that make your daily commute a breeze, and even a smart robot companion that kids will love, this collection has a little something for everyone.
Some of these brands may be familiar to you, while others might be new and worth exploring. Get ready to enhance your everyday experiences with these fun and functional items we’ve come to love.
Seenda CTU-301 Keyboard & Mouse Combo
The Seenda CTU-301 Keyboard and Mouse Combo ($40) offers a practical and stylish typing solution for those who appreciate functionality without sacrificing aesthetics. This wireless device features Bluetooth 5.0 and 2.4G wireless connectivity, enabling a tidy workspace with a range of up to 33 feet. Seamless switching between two connected devices enhances productivity, especially for those juggling multiple gadgets.
Compatibility is a strong suit for this combo, supporting a wide array of operating systems, from Windows and Mac to Android and iOS. It automatically adjusts to the specific platform, ensuring an intuitive typing experience. The full-size keyboard layout includes a numeric keypad and 15 customizable hotkeys, while a built-in holder accommodates larger devices, such as a 12.9-inch iPad Pro, which can be easily accessed for quick reference.
The keyboard’s unique round typewriter-style keys provide a satisfying tactile feedback, designed for durability with a lifespan of up to 10 million keystrokes. Available in several attractive color combinations, it appeals to various personal tastes. Additionally, being ClimatePartner certified highlights a commitment to sustainability, making it a thoughtful purchase for eco-conscious consumers.
TOZO T20 Earbuds
The TOZO T20 Bluetooth Earbuds ($30) combine comfort, functionality, and excellent audio quality at an affordable price. Designed to fit comfortably for long listening sessions, these earbuds feature dual-mic Environmental Noise Cancellation (ENC), meaning your calls are clear, with minimized background noise.
With an impressive total playtime of up to 48.5 hours when using the charging case, the TOZO T20 keeps you connected without frequent recharges. Each earbud has a 57mAh battery, while the 500mAh charging case supports both USB Type-C and wireless charging, taking around two hours to fully charge.
These earbuds are built for active lifestyles, boasting an IPX8 waterproof rating, making them resistant to sweat and rain. Thanks to Bluetooth 5.3 technology, you’ll enjoy a stable connection within a 10-meter range. Audio enthusiasts will appreciate the improved sound quality from the 10mm dynamic drivers, which deliver a wide frequency response of 20Hz to 20kHz, supporting AAC and SBC audio codecs.
Additional features include an LED digital display for battery status, one-step pairing, and the TOZO app for personalized touch controls and equalizer settings. Available in multiple colors.
Miko 3 AI Robot for Kids
The Miko 3 AI-Powered Smart Robot ($200) is tailored for kids ages 5-12, providing an engaging mix of entertainment and education. It supports STEAM learning, encouraging creativity and critical thinking through interactive games and activities. With deep-learning AI, Miko 3 personalizes its interactions to adapt to each child’s learning style and interests.
Equipped with a user-friendly touchscreen and sensors, this robot facilitates an engaging and responsive experience. The wide-angle HD camera enhances interactive play, allowing children to explore and connect in fun ways. Focused on emotional growth, Miko 3 promotes social-emotional learning (SEL) skills, making it a helpful companion for developing emotional intelligence.
For those interested in additional content, the Miko Max subscription offers exclusive access to educational material from well-known brands like Disney and Paramount, though the robot functions well without it. Measuring 7.48 x 6.67 x 9.8 inches and weighing 3.89 pounds, Miko 3 is compact enough for easy handling. An appealing tool for parents looking to blend fun with learning in a modern form, it’s family-friendly AI for interacting, telling stories and playing games in eight languages worldwide.
Viaim Nano+
If you’ve ever tried juggling a lecture, a meeting, and your sanity all at once, the VIAIM Nano+ ($200) might just feel like a secret weapon. On the surface, they look like a pair of minimalist earbuds you’d toss in a pocket, but these aren’t really built for playlists or podcasts. Instead, they’re engineered for capturing conversations, lectures, or interviews with clarity that spares you the frantic scribbling. Think of them less as earbuds and more as pocket-sized note-taking assistants with better memory than most of us.
What makes the Nano+ particularly clever is the way it handles transcription. Recordings aren’t just stored—they’re processed with AI to turn spoken words into searchable text in multiple languages. That means you can walk out of a two-hour lecture or a brainstorming session with an organized transcript instead of a stack of indecipherable chicken scratch. Add in built-in noise reduction, and you don’t have to worry about background chatter turning your notes into nonsense.
It’s easy to imagine who these are for: students looking to keep up with fast-talking professors, journalists gathering quotes without dragging a laptop around, or even professionals who just want to review a meeting without replaying every awkward silence. They’re discreet, portable, and surprisingly useful. It’s almost like having an intern who never misses a detail and doesn’t require coffee breaks.
JisuLife Handheld Fan Ultra2
The JISULIFE Handheld Fan Ultra2 ($90) takes the humble pocket fan and supercharges it into something much more versatile. This isn’t just a quick breeze-on-demand gadget; it packs up to 9,000mAh of battery power, meaning it doubles as a portable charger for your phone when the heat wave has you drained in more ways than one.
It’s designed for flexibility, too. You can use it as a handheld fan for a personal cooldown, set it on a desk for a steady stream of air, or clip it in place for hands-free comfort. Multiple speed settings let you pick between a light whisper of air or full-on wind tunnel mode, depending on how desperate you are.
In short, the Ultra2 is a summer survival kit disguised as a fan. It’s the kind of gadget you throw in a backpack and forget about, until that moment when you’re overheating and your phone battery is flashing red. Suddenly, it feels like a lifesaver.
