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There's a lot of "smart" out there these days — some gimmicky, some totally brilliant. We've sifted through what's out there and come up with five tech finds that will change your day-to-day routine for the better.
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Belkin 3-Outlet Surge Protector
Everyone should have an extra surge protector ($20) for home and on-the-go use. This one features three outlets, plus two USB ports, so you'll never have to watch that battery charge go down below 10 percent.
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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active
Trade out your standard timepiece for the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active ($200) to stay on task, on time, and on top of your fitness goals.
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Ring Door View Cam
The latest model of the Ring video doorbell ($199) is extra sleek and compact, and allows you to see who's at the the door from anywhere.
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Samsung Galaxy Buds
Transform your workouts, walks, and commutes, with a pair of wireless ear buds ($130) like Samsung's smart new Galaxy Buds.
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Echo Dot
So much more than a speaker, the Echo Dot ($50) connects with compatible smart home devices, tells you the day's news, plays your favorite playlist, and a whole lot more.