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Weekly DropVOL. 16
Five genuinely great picks. One hero, three solid supporting acts, and a wildcard.
Dyson - Airstrait™
A wet-to-dry hair straightener that uses high-pressure airflow instead of hot plates to smooth hair while drying.
Bowers & Wilkins - Px8 Wireless Headphones
techFlagship noise-cancelling wireless headphones featuring carbon cone drivers and Nappa leather finishes.
Tractive - Smart Dog Tracker
petA waterproof GPS tracker for dogs that provides real-time location tracking and activity monitoring via a smartphone app.
Aeropress - Aeropress Go
outdoorA compact, travel-friendly version of the classic Aeropress coffee maker that nests into its own drinking mug.
Gingko - Smart Book Light
giftA portable LED lamp concealed within a laser-cut wooden book cover that illuminates when opened.
Drop Archive15 Volumes
Best Of Home Tech And Kitchenware: Samsung The Frame, Gozney Pizza Ovens, And Le Creuset | Vol. 15
Best Of Coffee Gear And Smart Home Tech: Ninja Luxe, Aarke Carbonators, And Pet Monitors | Vol. 14
Best Of Travel Tech And EDC: Sony Open-Ear Audio, Bellroy Packs, And Peak Design | Vol. 13
Best Of Home Tech And Outdoor Gadgets: XGIMI Projectors, Smart Bird Feeders, And Pet Care | Vol. 12
Best Of Office Design And Luxury Gifts: SIHOO Ergonomics, Skyline Chess, And Wearable Tech | Vol. 11
Best Of Tech And Home: DJI Drones, Ninja SLUSHi, And Modern Wellness | Vol. 10
Best Of Health Tech And Workspace Gear: Oura Ring 4, Surface Arc, And Smart Decor | Vol. 9
Best Of Audio And Travel Tech: Harman Kardon, Anker EDC, And Retro Media | Vol. 8
Best Of Smart Health And Home: Connected Scales, Ambient Lighting, And Portable Espresso | Vol. 7
Best Tech And Home Accessories: Sony XM5, Dyson Hair Care, And Smart Pet Gear | Vol. 6
Best Of Desk And Audio: LEGO Sets, Precision Coffee Gear, And Retro Sound | Vol. 5
Best Of Tech And Travel: Noise Cancelling Buds, RFID Wallets, And Solo Stoves | Vol. 4
Best of Modern Home and Office: Smart Storage, Digital Paper, and Ambient Lighting | Vol. 3
Essential Smart Home Tech: Indoor Gardens, Sleep Aids, And Rugged Timepieces | Vol. 2
Best Of Tech And Home: Ooni Pizza Ovens, Ergonomic Office Gear, And Smart Decor | Vol. 1
Stuff Catalogue
The Ridge Wallet
A minimalist, RFID-blocking metal wallet held together by elastic.
Tech Kit Compact by Bellroy
A zipped pouch with elastic loops and pockets for organising tech accessories.
Uno Charger 65W by UGREEN
A fast-charging GaN adapter with a robot face LED display.
Ear (a) by Nothing
Transparent, noise-cancelling wireless earbuds with a distinctive yellow case option.
Mesa XL by Solo Stove
A compact, smokeless tabletop fire pit designed for dual fuel use.
Levitating Air Bonsai Pot Ronsoile
A magnetic levitation system that suspends and rotates a small geometric planter in mid-air.
Govee Floor Lamp 2
A slim LED floor lamp featuring RGBIC technology for customisable, multi-colour lighting effects and smart home integration.
reMarkable 2 Paper Tablet
An ultra-slim digital paper tablet designed to mimic the tactile feel of writing on real paper without the distractions of a traditional tablet.
Joseph Joseph Totem Max
A vertical waste and recycling bin system designed to maximise capacity in a compact footprint.
memobottle A5 Minimalist
A flat, reusable water bottle designed to fit into bags alongside laptops and books.
Hoverpen Interstellar Edition
A luxury executive pen that uses magnetic repulsion to defy gravity and stand at a 23.5-degree angle.
Click & Grow Smart Garden
An automated indoor gardening system that manages water, light, and nutrients for homegrown plants.
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Gingko - Smart Book Light
£68.02
|A portable LED lamp concealed within a laser-cut wooden book cover that illuminates when opened.
Prices correct as of: 28/03/2026 17:39
Why we picked it
The Gingko LED Smart Book Light is our Wildcard today because it's a piece of tech that is pretending to be a classic novel, which is peak "StuffYouMayWant" energy. It's for the person who wants to look like a sophisticated bookworm but actually just wants a very cool, glowing object to put on their bedside table.
It's the Wildcard because it's fundamentally a party trick-you open the "book" and it lights up, creating a 360-degree fan of warm light that makes your flat look like a scene from a high-budget fantasy film. I've spent the evening opening and closing it just to see the reaction of my housemates, who are now thoroughly bored of my "magic book."
It's a beautiful bit of sculptural lighting that avoids the usual "plastic and wires" aesthetic of modern gadgets. It's for the dweller who wants their tech to be invisible until the moment it becomes a literal beacon of style. Even if you haven't read an actual book in three years, this makes your shelf look significantly more intellectual.
The Irresistible
- The laser-cut wood finish is genuinely tactile and lovely, making it one of the few gadgets that actually feels like a high-end gift.
- The 360-degree opening with magnetic closures allows you to stick it to a metal surface or stand it up like a glowing orange lantern.
The Clever Part
- The Tyvek paper "pages" are surprisingly tear-resistant and waterproof, so you don't have to worry about it disintegrating if you use it in the kitchen.
- It's completely wireless and rechargeable, meaning you can move your "mood lighting" around the house without dragging a cable behind you like a technological tail.
The Fine Print
- It's not bright enough to actually read a real book by-it's very much a "vibe" light rather than a "utility" light.
- The battery life is okay for a few evenings, but if you leave it open overnight, you'll be reaching for the charging cable by breakfast.
The Reality Check
- Your well-meaning but clumsy friends will almost certainly try to "read" the pages, potentially snapping the delicate wooden spine if they're a bit too enthusiastic.