You have problems, I have solutions. Well, to be more precise, Amazon will happily sell those solutions to you! Every day, I come across cool new inventions that brilliantly solve the dilemmas of getting through life on this complicated planet. I'm here as your guide, pointing you toward the best, weirdest, most useful, and most affordable stuff out there.
Some of these inventions will solve old problems in a brand new way, like a no-touch thermometer that lets you measure someone's temperature with zero contact. Please scroll down far enough to behold the problem-solving wonders of Wine Condoms and an amazing invention that cooks mac and cheese in 5 minutes. You won't regret it.
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This Compact Air Purifier Actually Eliminates Odors (And Doesn't Just Cover Them Up)
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The other day at a big-box store, I strolled past an entire aisle of strong-smelling products designed for the stinky spots in life. They call them "air fresheners." No. This, my friends, is how you freshen the air: Plug a compact air purifier into any outlet, and the UV-C light technology eliminates odors (plus germs, bacteria, and mold). No filters to change--just a lightbulb to replace after 6-8 months.This Bra Laundry Bag Is Like a Suit of Armor for Your Expensive Bras
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It is a truth universally acknowledged, that women have long needed a better way to wash our bras. It's finally here! The cleverly designed laundry bag for bras has a flexible (yet sturdy) plastic cage surrounded by fine mesh, so your bras won't be bent or beaten in the washing machine. Need more convincing? Read these glowing reviews, which are pretty much love stories about this product!This Digital Tape Measure Remembers Important Measurements for You
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We've all been there. You're measuring a wall, or the height of a bookcase, or the length of your second toe. (Did you know an extra-long second toe is a sign of Grecian decent? Wait, where was I? Oh yeah. Digital tape measure.) You have the measurement in your head, but then, poof! It's gone. This handy gadget, though, remembers for you. The easy-to-use controls let you store measurements in short-term or long-term memory, so you can pull them back up anytime. (Like to check on that second toe again.)These Disposable Trash and Recycling Bins for Parties Make Cleaning Up So Much Easier
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I found a university study that proved that the farther people are from a trash or recycling can, the more likely they are to litter. Shocker! But you don't need a peer-reviewed study to tell you it's smart to have extra trash and recycling bins around at parties and cookouts. You know you need these.This Bluetooth Shower Speaker Lets You Listen to Music or Podcasts While You Shower
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If you're still showering in silence, it's definitely time to upgrade your experience. This water resistant Bluetooth shower speaker is small, powerful, and easy to operate. Charge it up with the included USB cable. Then, use the suction cup to safely attach it to your shower wall or other bathroom surface. You'll then be ready to broadcast music or podcasts from your phone, which can be up to 30 feet away.This Best Selling Vegetable Chopper Promises No More Onion Tears
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Nearly 4,000 Amazon reviewers gave this product 4 or 5 stars! This best selling vegetable chopper is popular for good reason. It includes two interchangeable blades, a 4-cup container, cleaning brush, and recipes. The smart design lets you chop or dice even the hardest vegetables or cheese quickly and easily. No more onion tears: vapors are trapped inside the container, making onion chopping tear and sniffle-free!This Automatic Soap Dispenser Is a Neater, Germ-Free Way to Dispense Soap or Sanitizer
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Needing to keep a soap bottle clean is one of the great ironies in life. But it's important! Whether you're worried about cold and flu germs, or bacteria from food like uncooked chicken, you can keep surfaces safer by using the hands-free technology of this automatic soap dispenser. It uses batteries to power a small sensor and pump out the perfect amount of hand soap, dish soap, or sanitizer.This 6-in-1 Multitool Pen Is Ridiculously Handy in So Many Situations
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Why carry around six different gadgets, when one can suffice? This cleverly designed multitool pen includes a ballpoint pen, stylus, ruler, flat and Phillips screwdriver bits, and a level gauge. It comes in 11 colors, and even includes a good-looking gift box.This Document Laminator Is Surprisingly Affordable and Amazingly Useful
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There is a typical series of phases every new owner of a document laminator goes through. First, they learn this wonderful product exists and order it with a specific task in mind. Second, they laminate that item and appreciate it. Third, they look around for something else to laminate. Finally, EVERYTHING IN MY LIFE IS NOW LAMINATED AND IT'S WONDERFUL.This Foot Peeling Mask Is Equal Parts Gross and Amazing
I don't know why I'm bothering to write something here, because you know you want to try this foot peeling mask. Put your feet into the booties and wear for one hour. Remove the masks and wash feet. In a few days, the skin will start to peel off! This will continue for up to two weeks, until fresh, baby-soft skin is revealed.Reviewers Call This Heated Eyelash Curler a Game-Changer
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A week ago, I didn't even know that heated eyelash curlers were a thing. Now, I'm learning that the people who have them are insanely excited about how well they work. It doesn't clamp down on your lashes like a traditional curler. Instead, you gently sweep it over the lashes (after applying mascara) to achieve dramatic, long-lasting curl.This Infinity Scarf with Hidden Pocket Is Equal Parts Genius and Stylish
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I love an item that does two jobs at once. This affordable infinity scarf is not only an attractive accessory, but it also has a secret zippered pocket so you can hide away your phone or other small items. Reviewers love these scarves for travel and use them to tuck away a phone, passport, credit card, cash, hotel key, or other essentials. They even come in six different colors and prints.This Infrared No-Touch Thermometer Is Practically Magic at Taking Temperatures
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I'm not sure what I love most about this innovative new thermometer. It looks like a ray gun, which is sure to impress even feverish kids. It works with zero contact, which means there's nothing to clean and no germs involved. Finally, you can use it for more than measuring the forehead temperature of sick people--it can also measure room temperature and the surface temp of foods. Genius!This Inverted Umbrella Has a Genius Design That Keeps You Drier
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I've read the details and studied the photos of this inverted umbrella, and I'm still not sure I understand how it works. But I absolutely want one. The upside-down design means you can easily open it while you're still indoors or in your car, so you never risk a drop as you move into the rain. When you close it again, the rainwater is captured so that floors stay dry.This Japanese Exfoliating Washcloth Is an Award-Winning, Bargain-Priced Miracle
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People don't often swoon over washcloths, but this product inspires passion in hundreds of 5-star reviewers! The Japanese exfoliating washcloth, which costs only a few dollars, won an invention award in Japan and is quickly winning legions of devoted fans in the rest of the world. The secret is the soft, lightweight, yet strong nylon fabric that is lightly textured for exfoliation.This Laptop Backpack with Built-In Charging Port Makes Your Commute So Much Smarter
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I'd like to write a sonnet to this brilliantly designed backpack. Shall I compare it to a summer's day? Sure, if a summer's day is affordable, useful, can charge my phone, and comes in purple. Okay, forget the sonnet. Just know that I adore this genius backpack and think you should get one immediately.This Lunch-Sized Crock Pot Is Like a Hot Lunch Butler for Your Desk
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There are a lot of food containers out there, but this clever lunch-sized crock pot is truly genius. Fill it with food, plug it in, and your lunch slowly heats until it's a perfectly yummy temperature. Reviewers use it to heat frozen meals, soup, noodles, and other dishes.This Mini Duster Tool Is Just the Right Size for Small but Dirty Jobs
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I prefer to only keep a few cleaning tools around for most household jobs, but this handy little mini duster has made the cut. It's perfectly designed to reach into small spaces like mini-blinds, car air vents, and computer keyboards. As a bonus, they are even sold in packs of three, so you can leave one in your car, one at home, and one at work.These No-Tie Elastic Shoelaces Turn Any Pair of Shoes Into Comfy Slip-Ons
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Once you try these elastic shoelaces on your first pair of shoes, you'll never want to go back to tying laces. They are easy to install and provide just the right amount of tension to let you slip shoes on, yet keep them on snugly. They're a wonderful innovation for anyone who has trouble tying shoes (or anyone who just doesn't want to bother).This Omelette Maker Cooks Up Delicious Eggs and More
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This is one of the best little counter-top cookers I've seen. Simply preheat the omelette cooker, then pour in eggs, cheese, and any other ingredients you fancy. Wait a couple minutes and...ding! You have a freshly cooked, perfectly shaped meal ready to eat.These Pet Hair Grooming Gloves Are the Nicest Way to Brush Your Pet Ever
My dog Rosie is a big sweet ball of fur, and I'm always looking for ways to minimize how much she sheds all over the house. These pet hair grooming gloves are my favorite method. Instead of wielding a brush that makes her nervous, I just slip on these gloves and pet her. She's happy to get the affection, and I'm pleased to pull up huge handfuls of loose fur.This Portable Light Therapy Lamp Makes You Happier and Better Rested
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Combat rainy day blues, seasonal affective disorder (SAD), and poor sleep habits with the help of light therapy. Exposing yourself to natural spectrum light throughout the day is proven to improve sleep rhythms and elevate mood. When winter days are short and weather is gray, propping up this compact light therapy lamp on your desk is an easy ticket to a happier day and more restful night.This Rapid Mac Cooker Cooks a Box of Mac and Cheese in Just 5 Minutes
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Mac and cheese lovers, take note! This rapid mac cooker may just change your life. Instead of spending 20 minutes at the stove waiting for water to boil and stirring pasta, simply load this innovative cooker with noodles and water, microwave, then stir in the seasoning and other ingredients. Voila, your favorite comfort food ready in five minutes flat!This Single Serve Coffee Brew Buddy Is the Easiest Way to Make a Perfect Cup of Coffee
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So simple, yet so genius, the single serve coffee brew buddy should be owned by every coffee drinker. Perfect for travel, this cleverly designed gadget lets you make good coffee anywhere you have a cup and a source of hot water. Simply fit the buddy onto your mug, scoop your favorite ground coffee into the filter, then pour hot water in slowly. It only takes a few seconds to have a perfectly brewed cup.This Sink Shelf Gives You Extra Space in the Kitchen
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If you have a small kitchen, you know that every square inch of counter space is to be cherished. That's why adding the sink shelf is pure genius. It pops right over the kitchen faucet, using vertical space that otherwise goes wasted. Now, you'll have the perfect spot for dish soap, a cleaning sponge, maybe a plant, and other small items you didn't have a good spot for before.These Smell-Proof, Leak-Proof Reusable Bags Are Super Useful
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When an ordinary plastic baggie isn't up to the job, these silver reusable bags are usually the solution. Opaque, leak-proof, and smell-proof, they thoroughly protect anything you need to contain. Reviewers use them for garlic, herbs, liquids, camping food, airplane travel, smelly messes, and tons of other creative purposes.This Snore Stopper Mouthpiece Is a DIY Solution for a Better Night's Sleep
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If you or your partner snores, this inexpensive, customizable Snore Stopper is a great solution to try. It includes a soft plastic mouthpiece that you soak in hot water before molding to your teeth. Wear this at night to move your lower jaw slightly forward while you sleep, which prevents your jaw falling back toward your throat and cutting the flow of air (which leads to snoring and disrupted sleep).This Stainless Steel "Soap" Eliminates Food Odors Because...Science
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Every home cook needs one of these handy stainless steel odor absorbers in the kitchen. When you prepare fragrant ingredients like fish, garlic, or onion, the odors can linger on your hands even after washing with soap. But those odors will disappear instantly when you rub this stainless steel bar, with or without water. The secret is that the sulfur molecules on your hands bind with the molecules in the steel, transferring the stink to the metal. Science!This Pet Nail Grinder Is Way Safer and Easier Than Clippers
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Is there anything more stressful than clipping the nails of a nervous, reluctant pet? Upgrade your pet grooming tasks with this smart pet nail grinder tool. Thousands of Amazon reviewers have given it four or five stars for its effectiveness and ease of use.This Sunglasses Holder Perches on Your Car's Air Vent in Such a Helpful Way
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What do we want? A convenient place to hang our sunglasses in the car! When do we want it? As soon as Amazon can deliver! This sunglasses holder is such an elegantly simple solution that I'm surprised cars don't come with it installed. Â It even comes in packs of three! (In case you have three cars?? I don't know. Maybe it's so you can share them with your best buds.)These Terracotta Plant Watering Stakes Are a Gift for Your Thirsty Houseplants
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Maybe you remember to water your plants every day like a good little gardener. But if you're like me, you could use a back-up in case you forget. These terracotta plant watering stakes make sure your plants get the water they need for days at a time. They're also perfect for keeping plants hydrated when you're away on vacation.This Tortilla Press Is a Must-Have for Your Taco Tuesday
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A fun kitchen gadget for the Mexican food lover in your life, this good-looking tortilla press lets you make your own delicious corn tortillas from scratch. With hundreds of 4 and 5-star reviews and a great price on Amazon, it's a low-risk way to try something new.This Vibrating Facial Cleansing Brush Is Like Taking Your Face to the Spa Every Day
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There's clean, and then there's vibrating facial brush clean. This cleverly designed gizmo charges up with the included USB cord, then vibrates to scrub, exfoliate, and massage your skin every time you wash your face. The textured silicone surface is gentle yet durable, and there are 14 variable speeds so you can get as much or as little exfoliation as you need.This Wallet-Sized Tool Card Might Just Save Your Life
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It's a bold claim, but with 12 essential survival tools, this credit card-sized tool card really might mean the difference between success and disaster. The card includes a knife, compass, tweezers, magnifying glass, fire-starting flint, emergency whistle, and six more tiny tools. Well-designed and small enough to fit easily in a wallet, this is one card you'll always be glad to have on you.These Wine Condoms Are the Ultimate Protection for Your Favorite Bottles of Wine
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I was innocently scrolling through wine accessories on Amazon when I did a double take. Wine...condoms? Really? At first I assumed they were a gag, but the great reviews convinced me these are actually useful. The stretchy design of the Wine Condoms lets them fit over any sized bottle, so you can protect wine or other drinks from the air and help them last longer.Trending
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