Smart Home Kit - turn anything in your home into a smart device

Buying numerous different smart devices for your futuristic home can be a very daunting task and it's definitely going to hurt your wallet. However, you can still future-proof your house without investing big bucks in different products with the help of small DIY smart kit.

Like the new littleBits Smart Home Kit - which takes all the complexities out of making your own line-up of smart products. You don't need any prior programming experience, all you need to have is Internet connectivity and the will to do things on your own. This kit will help you reinvent the things you already own just a bit smarter than they normally used to be.

This DIY-kit will help you create anything ranging from a smart thermostat to a Internet connected MP3 player. You can even hack into your current products and add smart-capabilities to them. You can control all the wall outlets with your smartphone after connecting the circuits in the kit. The littleBits Smart Home Kit is available for $249 via littleBits.

Cardboard Smartphone Projector - turn any blank wall into a mini home theatre

You know how it feels when you want to show everyone the cool video on your smartphone but there are too many people making it difficult for everyone to watch it. Hooking up your smartphone to a projector would be cool, only if these projectors weren't so expensive. Maybe, there’s a workaround.

Like the Cardboard Smartphone Projector - Yes, it’s a complete projection device but not as expensive as your traditional projectors. Next time you want to show everyone a video on your smartphone, make sure to grab some popcorn.

 This cool gadget is really lightweight making it easy to carry around. It’s made out of rugged cardboard with a retro projector print on it and sports a high-quality glass lens that can project 8x magnification of your smartphone’s videos. The Cardboard Smartphone Projector is available for $26.89 via Firebox.  

iSwimband - for your kid's safety and your peace of mind

Taking your young ones for a swimming session is really fun but also a very dangerous thing if you leave them unsupervised even for a shorter time. Drowning is the No.2 leading cause of accidental deaths which is a very sad statistic.

To tackle this threat iSwimband has been introduced Aquatic Safety Concepts. It’s a simple headband and wristband set that will notify you whenever your non-swimming kid/pet has entered the pool or if your swimmer has been submerged in the water for too long.

This tracking device connects to your smartphone via a dedicated app available for iOS at the moment. Android and Windows Phone version will be coming soon. You can customize the settings depending on who will wear the gadget. This device uses a low-power consuming wireless technology thus no draining your phone’s battery. The iSwimband is available for $99 via iSwimband Store.

CarLock - stay ahead of the bad guys

There are still some determined thieves who don’t care about all the fancy new car locks and security systems. You don’t need a thousand bucks to secure your car, all you need is a little help from the advanced mobile technology.

The all new CarLock does exactly what it’s designed to do. It makes sure that you stay notified with the status of your vehicle and the GPS location as well. You don’t have to worry about someone breaking into your car because it will notify you instantly.

All you need to do is plug this little device into your car’s OBD port and your car is secure. If anyone tried to move it, turn the engine, pull out the device, etc it will send you a very loud push notification on your smartphone. The dedicated app also lets you track the location of your automobile with GPS data. The CarLock is available for $188 via CarLock.

goTenna - No WiFi? No Cell Service? No problem at all

If you’re one of those who freak out about government or somebody else listening in to your private calls then you need something highly secure and anonymous. Maybe, you just don’t have cell service but still want to be connected with your buddies.

In that case you need the goTenna radio signal device. This portable device delivers your messages securely via 2-way radio signal with low frequency. Next time you lose your mobile signals, this device will keep you in touch with your friends.

This portable antenna device connects to your smartphone via Bluetooth and lets you send secure and encrypted messages to your friends. You can also share your location data with friends for upto 32 miles. This gadget is pretty rugged and weather-resistant so don’t worry about the rain or anything. The goTenna pair is available for pre-orders via goTenna Shop for $149.99 in various color choices.

Kosmo - because your health is more important

If you’re tired of smoking away your health and want to give up this expensive habit then you should either join a non-smoker’s club (if there are any around you) or learn to use the technology to your advantage.

Meet the all new Kosmo eCigarrete - No, it’s not here to alleviate your smoking problems instead it will slowly and gradually help you reduce your smoking habits until you’re ready to quit. Stop taking those nicotine chews and patches because this pen-shaped device is a savior.

A dedicated app for both iOS and Android helps you connect your device to your smartphone and track all your cigarette related activities on the dashboard. Compare your daily stats with your friends and make quitting a gamified experience among everyone on your friendlist. The Kosmo is available for pre-orders for $53 via GetKosmo.

LomoGraphy Smartphone Film Scanner - magically turns your negatives into positives

If you’re still living in the 80s or 90s, or whenever the 35mm photo negatives were popular then you should look up Digital cameras. However, if you can’t part ways with the old technology then the least you could do is scan those negatives yourself instead of paying someone else to do it.

The LomoGraphy Smartphone Film Scanner will help you turn those colorless and lifeless negatives into digital masterpieces. No more shelling out big bucks for things that you can easily do at home.

The gadget mount fits most phones including the iPhones, iPods, and most of the Android phones. The backlight on the device is powered by 5 AAA batteries, so you don’t have to worry about your phone’s battery at all. All you need is the LomoGraphy app installed on your smartphone to scan your pictures in color. You can even add filters to your scanned images and share them on Instagram The LomoGraphy Smartphone Film Scanner is available for $59.99 via Photojojo.

Grillbot – keeps your BBQ grill squeaky clean

Everybody loves barbecue parties, specially when it comes to barbecuing. However, I don’t think many people share the same compassion when it comes to cleaning their grills. There are fancy robots to clean your room, your toilet, and even your swimming pool, so it’s only fair that a grill cleaning robot should also exist.

Meet the Grillbot – world’s first completely automated grill cleaning robot. If you hate cleaning and scrubbing the grease off of your grill then this friendly little robot is the answer to your prayers.

This nifty little gadget comes with a user friendly one-button operation. It sports three motors and three replaceable brushes to give your grill a good shine. On board alarm and timer notify you when it’s done cleaning. The Grillbot is available for $129.99 via Amazon.

EasyBreath Snorkelling Mask - makes breathing underwater as natural as it's on land

Snorkelling is the art of exploring the underwater life without actually having to dive deep down. Many people prefer snorkelling over scuba diving because the former requires less equipment and training. However, regular snorkels are way too uncomfortable to use. So, we dive deep to find out the best equipment for you.

The all new EasyBreath Snorkelling Mask is one of the best snorkels available out there because it combines the diving mask and the breathing tube together in a much comfortable design. Next time, you go for a swim this perfectly designed mask will make sure that you don’t suck in any water.

This product stops any water from leaking in by using a unique mechanism to plug the top of the mask. The 180-degree view makes it easy for the swimmer to see underwater while making the breathing process as easy as it is on land. The EasyBreath Snorkelling Mask will be available for $50 in the Spring of 2014.

PhoneSoap Universal Cellphone Charger - cleans and charges your phone at the same time

Charging your smartphone or a tablet is nothing new. Everybody charges their smartphone once or multiple times a day. However, have you ever wanted to kill off any harmful germs on your phone’s surface like bacterias, viruses, etc while juicing it up with power? If so then we might have the perfect gift or you.

Meet the PhoneSoap Universal Cellphone Charger - the world’s first mobile charger that will also clean your phone while charging it. If you want your phone to be as clean as your hands then this sanitizing gadget is what you need.

This device uses two powerful UV lights to clean your phone’s surface. It doesn’t use any liquid or heat, so your phone is completely safe. Just put it inside and plug the microUSB cable (or Apple charging cable) to charge your phone while the UV lights work their magic. PhoneSoap Universal Cellphone Charger is available for $52.99 via Amazon.

TrekDesk Treadmill Desk - lets you work while working out

Finding it difficult to take out time for a little exercise? We understand it’s pretty hard to work out when you have a lot of stuff to do but it doesn’t mean you should completely quit working out. After all, it’s best for your health. How would you feel if you could work and exercise alongside each other?

Check out the new TrekDesk Treadmill Desk - as the name hints this handy work desk combines a desk and a treadmill together. You don’t have to worry about your work while running on the treadmill because you can do both at the same time.

The handy workout desk is made of durable plastic and holds up to 55 pounds of equipment. It can be easily attached to any treadmill out there on the market. The height can be adjusted to suit shorter or taller users. The TrekDesk Treadmill Desk is available for $479 via Amazon.