How do I know if I need something I have never used?

Think about daily friction — things that mildly annoy you every day but are not annoying enough to fix. A smart plug, monitor light, or smart scale fixes friction you have normalized.

Will I actually use these?

These are not novelty gadgets. They solve real daily problems. Return rates on these products are among the lowest in their categories because people use them every day.

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