This month’s Cool Tech list has a few items that everybody would want. Robotic hiking buddies, a toilet that comes when you call it, and a ring that puts AI at your fingertips. Yes, technology keeps getting weirder. And we love it!
Here are 7 gadgets that caught our attention this month.
Cool Tech 2026 - Waident's November list:
A four-legged hiking companion
Designed to carry gear across challenging terrain.
Why it's cool: Imagine hiking without carrying your backpack! This robot combines legs and wheels to navigate steep trails and can carry about 35 pounds while moving.
Price: $40 000
A miniature tool kit built inside a classic Zippo lighter case
Why it's cool: Forget the flame! This clever DIY project packs a tiny ratchet, screwdriver bits, and a tool extension into a pocket-sized case. Small enough to carry anywhere, useful enough to impress any gadget lover.
Price: $30
A collectible Transformers set featuring the Mystery Machine and Scooby-Doo as transforming robots.
Why it's cool: The Mystery Machine transforms into a robot with interchangeable heads featuring Fred, Shaggy, Velma, and Daphne. Scooby even transforms into a box of Scooby Snacks. Zoinks!
Price: $49
An autonomous toilet that travels to the person who needs it.
Why it's cool: Using sensors and navigation technology, this toilet can drive itself to you, avoid obstacles, and return to its docking station for cleaning and waste disposal. Designed to help people with limited mobility, it's a pretty wild example of practical robotics.
Price: $4,300
An automated pet feeder designed to make serving fresh meals easier.
Why it's cool: We're used to smart feeders dispensing dry kibble, but this takes automated pet feeding into meal-preparation territory. Your cat may soon have a fancier kitchen setup than you do.
Price: TBD
A wearable personal cooling and warming device that sits behind your neck.
Why it's cool: Too hot? Too cold? This gadget adjusts its temperature to keep you comfortable without changing the thermostat for everyone else. It even automatically adapts to your surroundings.
Price: $259.99
A smart ring that lets you interact with AI assistants using your voice.
Why it's cool: Press the ring, speak your request, and let an AI agent handle tasks like checking your calendar, capturing notes, or controlling connected devices. It also tracks health and activity.
Price: $99 introductory price, with a planned $9/month subscription after the free period.
See you in the next edition of Cool Tech!
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