Useful gadgets for work

The HERO10 Black by GoPro is, unsurprisingly, an even better variant of the best action camera out there. It's compact, easy to operate (we like its front-facing LCD display), and full of connectivity features. It allows you to capture super-sharp 5.3K video and 23MP still images — plus, you can livestream your adventures in high resolution.

Most importantly, the gadget has the best video stabilization tech in its class. The HERO10 Black can go up to 33 feet underwater without a housing. Like its predecessor, it's compatible with a robust selection of original and third-party accessories.

Ecobee's 5th-generation smart thermostat makes our list of the best Alexa compatible devices because among other things, it has Alexa built in. So, if you want to interact with Amazon's assistant, but don't want to install a separate smart speaker, you can simply use this thermostat.

With the Ecobee 5th generation smart thermostat, you get all of Alexa's features, including calling, messaging, and Drop-In. The new Ecobee also has a much better speaker and Spotify support, so it's now ok—but not great—for playing tunes if you're looking for a device to provide some background music. Most importantly, the new Ecobee has redesigned remote sensors that have much better range and battery life.