Popsugar Parenting Tech Gifts Cheap Gadgets 2018 13 Genius Gadgets That Will Improve Your Life — All Under $50 31 May 2018 by Macy Cate Williams As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you'll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. This year, we're seeing a big tech trend in products that are intended to make your life easier. From phone-charging keychains to robotic cleaning balls, there's something that will improve all aspects of your life. Instead of trying to keep up with the constant stream of new stuff coming to market, let us do the hard work for you. Whether you're a couch potato or always out and about, there's something that will pique your interest. Take a look at our top picks and consider investing in them for yourself. They make great gifts as well — see for yourself! Tile Mate Key Finder Never lose your keys again with this Tile Mate ($25) that pairs with a downloadable app. Tile Mate $25 from amazon.com Buy Now Heat-Conducting Scoop This heat-conducting scoop ($20) has a handle filled with biodegradable liquid. The liquid gets warm from the heat from your own hand, sending a heat transfer to the scoop's ring at the end. That warmth makes digging into ice cream a total breeze. heat-conducting scoop $20 from uncommongoods.com Buy Now Universal Power Adapter This Universal Power Adapter ($36) is perfect for your favorite jet-setter; it adapts in more than 150 countries. Universal Power Adapter $36 from anthropologie.com Buy Now Anthropologie Golden Heart Portable Charger The Anthropologie Golden Heart Portable Charger ($34) is compatible with most smartphones and tablets. You can charge it by plugging it into an outlet, and it will provide your device with up to two hours of power. While there are many options for chargers, the rose gold finish is easy on the eyes. Sold. Anthropologie Golden Heart Portable Charger $34 from anthropologie.com Buy Now Robot Cleaning Ball Go hands-free with the Robot Cleaning Ball ($16), which lets you clean up without ever having to touch the mess. Robot Cleaning Ball $16 from amazon.com Buy Now RC Beer Pong Robot Take the classic drinking game and make it more interesting with the RC Beer Pong Robot ($50). The motorized cup holder moves back and forth so you have a more challenging game. You can use a remote control to move it around, or you can put it on auto mode. You can play with up to five cups. RC Beer Pong Robot $50 from sharperimage.com Buy Now PhoneSoap Smartphone Sanitizer This PhoneSoap Smartphone Sanitizer ($50) uses UV lights to keep your phone germ-free. PhoneSoap Smartphone Sanitizer $50 from uncommongoods.com Buy Now Star Wars BB-8 USB Car Charger Cheer up your day with this BB-8 Car Charger ($30). The charger sits in a cupholder and plugs into a cigarette lighter. It can charge up to two USB devices at once, and BB-8's dome even rotates and lights up. When power is connected, the bot will whistle and beep. BB-8 Car Charger $30 from thinkgeek.com Buy Now Eyn Case We all know someone who always tries to shove too much into a tiny bag, and if they're on your list this year, your go-to gift should be Eyn Case ($30). It's a useful case that attaches a portable wallet onto their phone. Eyn Case $30 from amazon.com Buy Now Bedside Smartphone Vase This Bedside Smartphone Vase ($32) is a pretty multitasking gift. Bedside Smartphone Vase $32 from uncommongoods.com Buy Now Fire TV Stick Amazon claims that the Fire TV Stick ($40) is the most powerful streaming media stick, with 8GB of internal storage. It can stream movies and TV shows right to your TV, and its remote features voice controls, so you can search by speaking right into it! Fire TV Stick $40 from amazon.com Buy Now Soundflex Water Resistant Bluetooth Speakerphone If you get anxious in the shower because you can't look at your phone, get the Soundflex Water Resistant Bluetooth Speakerphone ($30), which lets you continue your chats or sing along to your favorite tunes all while keeping your phone safe and dry. Soundflex Water Resistant Bluetooth Speakerphone $30 from www1.bloomingdales.com Buy Now Urban Outfitters Universal Phone Mount Place this Universal Phone Mount ($16) on a desk to watch a movie while working. Universal Phone Mount $16 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now ShoppingTech GiftsGadgetsTech AccessoriesGift GuideHolidayHoliday LivingGifts Under $50Products Under $100Holiday Tech