Connie Park/NYT Wirecutter Top pick This smartwatch-style system never has to be removed for charging, and it’s stress-free to set up and use. But it’s expensive and its GPS wasn’t always accurate during testing. The UnaliWear Kanega Medical Alert Watch, which relies on the Verizon network, is an attractive medical alert system that looks like…
Galloping to the rescue: a stirrup hoe. Photo: Sebastian Compagnucci In 2021, I sought a tool to make the process of weeding more efficient (an endeavor that in concept would likely make my old-school mother roll her eyes). Although I’ve used hand weeders and cultivators in the past, both of these options still required quite…
Eight years ago, when I first laid eyes on a Kunz spoon during an early gig as a line cook, I scoffed and thought: It’s just like any other spoon, right? I was unequivocally wrong, and I quickly learned why. On my first day on the job, I was tasked with plating dozens of orders…
Michael Murtaugh/NYT Wirecutter Sunscreen: If you have a leftover bottle of sunscreen from last summer, you might want to toss it. Over time, sunscreen breaks down (a process that can be sped up by its exposure to direct sunlight and too much heat), and most bottles are labeled with an expiration date. If your bottle…
Marki Williams/NYT Wirecutter Top pick This stylish, bagged upright vacuum has formidable cleaning power and is adjustable, versatile, and agile. It should last for a decade or two. For upright fanatics who want it all, the SEBO Felix Premium offers excellent cleaning power and filtration, comfortable handling, and an extra-long warranty. It also has a…
My son’s girlfriend is an NYC career girl in her late 20s. She wants for nothing. I’ve already done jewelry. Help! — S.P. From gifting expert Mari Uyehara: When I was living in NYC in my 20s, my parents got me a fancy-but-ginormo wine-bottle opener that ended up unused atop my kitchen cabinets because it…
Connie Park/NYT Wirecutter If you’re planning to go climbing or trail running: Consider the Arc’teryx Atom Vest (men’s and women’s lightweight). Along the sides, this vest has non-insulated stretch paneling, which adds mobility and makes the vest more breathable. Like our pick from Montbell, this vest is durable and highly water-repellent, and it contains synthetic…
Michael Murtaugh/NYT Wirecutter Best for… These unisex fleece glove liners—available in a wide range of sizes—are stretchy and fit great, making them well suited for outdoor activities as well as typing. But though they’re effective at blocking wind, they’re only warm enough to wear just on their own in milder temps. The unisex Black Diamond…
Tenkeyless options The Keychron V3 is the previous version of our top pick, the Keychron V3 Max. It has many of the same features, but it lacks wireless, and the rotary knob costs extra. The Epomaker Shadow-S provides a pleasant typing experience, wireless support, and VIA compatibility, but it’s available only with linear switches, and…
Photo: Michael Hession Top pick Feit Electric’s bulbs offer brilliant color quality at an affordable price and work with a wide range of dimmers. They’re also easy to find in stores, and they come with a five-year warranty. The Feit daylight bulb produces a white, cool light that’s suitable for kitchens or offices, and in…