While everyone is discussing what kind of deals you can get on TVs, tablets, phones, and other conventional gadgets on Black Friday and Cyber Monday, we're here thinking about the weird stuff you can save money on right now. Cyber Monday Weekend is officially here, and we've gone deep hunting for weird gadgets at big discounts.
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A security camera that replaces your light bulb
Security cameras are a convenient way to keep track of your home or business. Sometimes, you don't have a place to put a security camera within range of a power outlet. That's where this light bulb security camera comes in. It fits in any standard light socket, so finding a place to put it is easy.
LaView 4MP Bulb Security Camera
I always feel like, my light bulb is watching me
While a security camera that fits in a light socket might seem unconventional, it's actually quite useful. And with this massive discount, it's a good purchase if you want something a little odd.
A tiki torch that plays music
Next time you're having a party, you can set the mood with these Bluetooth speakers that look like tiki torches. They look cool and promise great sound quality, which is important for any speaker. After all, looking cool is nice, but if it doesn't sound good, is it really a speaker worth getting?
Margaritaville Tiki Torch - Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
It's like a real tiki torch but with a speaker
This is one of the most stylish Bluetooth speakers you can find. Don't worry; there's no actual fire, but the flickering LED lights make it seem like a fire is burning. And you get two of these speakers for $48 for Cyber Monday, which is a steal.
An absurdly long selfie stick
Selfie sticks are weird on their own, but this one takes the cake by being ridiculously long. It extends to a full 85 inches, meaning you take photos of yourself from the other side of the room. It's a versatile device, as it can be used as a tripod, and the selfie arm bends, letting you get to plenty of different angles for your shots.
Nineigh 85-inch phone tripod
It's really big
Half selfie stick, half tripod, all gigantic. This thing stretches to 85 inches, so you can use your phone's camera to take photos and videos that would otherwise be impossible to get. Whether it'll hold your phone's weight when extended to 85 inches remains to be seen, but you should be able to have fun with this either way. Be sure to apply the $10 coupon before checkout to take full advantage of this Cyber Monday deal.
This TikTok-watching tool
If you like watching fun videos on TikTok, you absolutely must have this cool, handheld auto clicker. You can set your phone down and use the buttons on this tiny remote to go to the next video, adjust the volume, and so on.
STDFORU Auto Clicker for TikTok
Make watching TikTok even lazier
This device might seem like the pinnacle of laziness at first glance. And at second glance, you'll realize that it actually is just that. But if you're a TikTok watcher who's sick of holding their phone, this is a fun product that's just cheap enough to justify its existence.
These adorable cable protectors
This might be the cutest gift you could get for the tech fan in your life. Not only will they protect your charging cables from damage, but they'll look incredible doing it. In fact, our own Christina Darby received this as a gift once, and they inspired the very article you're reading now. We just had to wait until the price dropped to get them on the list!
Axanbox Cable Protector
The cutest low/high tech gift ever
While these are quite low-tech on their own, they're designed to protect your high-tech chargers, so they technically qualify. And they're so cute; how could you not want to add a few of them to your shopping cart?
A microphone with lights
Suppose you're in the market for a high-quality microphone that also happens to have colored lights in it. In that case, you'll love this HyperX QuadCast S. It's targeted at streamers, but anyone who needs to speak into a microphone regularly and wants one that looks good on their desk will be happy with this.
HyperX QuadCast S
Speak into the light, please
Gamers love colorful lights; this is a known fact. If you're a gamer who talks into a microphone, why not get one that has colored lights in it? And this isn't some off-brand mic either; it's from HyperX, so you know it offers good sound to go along with the lights.
An eye massager
This is both weird and incredibly practical, depending on your reasons for wanting it. It's an odd relaxation device that goes over your eyes and keeps you comfortable, but it's also an amazing device for migraine sufferers. This might be the most relaxing pair of goggles you've ever seen between the massage and heat.
RENPHO Eye Massager
Be more relaxed than you ever imagined
This comfortable eye massager is one of the biggest discounts on the list. It normally goes for $130, and it's on sale for $50 right now. If you suffer from headaches or just want a new device to help you kick back and relax, this might be the perfect weird item for you.
A tiny, cheap projector
You probably think of a big movie-style projector when you imagine one. But projectors have shrunk drastically in recent years, and this particular one is about as small as they come. Even with its small size, it offers 1080P Full HD resolution, letting you view your phone screen in high resolution at up to 200 inches.
ELEPHAS Mini Projector for iPhone
A petite projector that can make a big picture
This projector works with everything from Android and iOS to a Fire Stick. It has HiFi-level built-in speakers so that you can get good sound quality. And it's only 6 x 4.4 x 2.4 inches, allowing you to carry it around in your pocket easily.
A Face Transforming LED Mask
An LED mask is fun because of the versatility it offers. Instead of a single emotion, you can use this Magnetic Man LED mask to show all kinds of feelings and emotions. All you have to do is use the downloadable Bluetooth app to control what's displayed and have fun.
Magnetic Man Face Transforming LED Mask
Sometimes, you just want a mask that can show your thoughts and feelings. That's what this fun LED mask is perfect for. You can choose from hundreds of options to display on the mask to make it your own and it's discounted just in time for Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
Star Wars + Echo Dot = Awesome
If you want a smart home speaker in your house and love Star Wars, there's no reason not to buy this bundle. It normally sells for $90, so taking it home for $63 is great. And not only can you get the stormtrooper shown below, but you can also get a Darth Vader or Mandalorian bundle.
Star Wars Echo Dot Bundle
The Force is with your Echo Dot
An Echo Dot is a very useful device for any smart home. An Echo Dot with a Star Wars holder isn't any more useful than one without, but it sure is a lot cooler.
A beanie with Bluetooth and a flashlight
Beanies are not only comfortable, but will keep your head warm just in time for winter. Additionally, this one also has a built-in flashlight and Bluetooth headphones so that you can listen to your favorite tunes while you bundle up. It promises up to 12 hours of battery life while listening to music so that you can jam for a full day of outdoor adventures.
Lenski Bluetooth beanie
Keep your head warm and bright
This hat from Lenski does more than just keep your head warm. Perfect for ski trips or simply multi-functionality, it wirelessly connects to your phone for listening to music and comes equipped with a built-in light.
Star Wars light-up chopsticks
Anyone who takes their sushi eating seriously needs to have their own chopsticks. There's a wide variety of chopsticks available, but for the Star Wars fan, a set that closely resembles a lightsaber is a good option. Even though these chopsticks are plastic, they're BPA-free, so you don't need to worry about safety when they come in contact with your food. These take LR41 camera batteries, but they come with a set to get you started and are easy to replace if you need a spare pair.
Lightsaber Chopsticks Light Up
Perfect for Star Wars and Sushi lovers
If you love sushi and Star Wars, these lightsaber chopsticks are perfect for you. They come in many colors, so you can represent your favorite character (or just get the color you like best).
Rock out with a fun retro Bluetooth speaker
While most of this device's description is based on the fun pixel art display, it's also a decent Bluetooth speaker, according to Amazon reviews. One reviewer said that it's loud, and the audio quality is decent. They even compared the sound to the same level as an Alexa speaker.
Divoom Ditoo Pixel Art Bluetooth Speaker
Listen to music with PacMan
This is a good choice if you want a Bluetooth speaker to serve as a conversation starter. The pixel art grid is perfect for getting creative while jamming to your favorite songs. It also features a 16 x 16 pixel grid that you can customize from an app, creating funny smiles or your favorite old-school video game characters. And according to the Amazon reviews, sound is decent, too.
Have a bathroom rave with a toilet night light
Just because something is weird doesn't mean it isn't useful. You might not think you need a night light for your toilet, but if you've ever gotten up in the middle of the night and found it hard to get back to sleep, you know that a light like this offers some utility. This light features eight different colors, and it knows whether it's day or night so that it won't turn on in the afternoon. It even has motion sensing, so it'll know when you walk into the bathroom to do your business.
RainBowl Toilet Bowl Night Light
The perfect gag gift and a practical solution
Everyone has to use the bathroom. Chances are, you've probably had to use the restroom late at night, too. It's hard to see, which is where this motion-sensing toilet night light saves the day (or night). It illuminates the toilet bowl without having to turn the bathroom lights on, which helps make it easier to get back to sleep. If you're a frequent night bathroom user, not only is this a fun item, but it's actually practical.
A clock that tells time with words
A clock can be the centerpiece of a room. Sure, it tells you and your guests what time it is, but it can also serve as a functional piece of art. This LED Word Clock doesn't use digits to tell time, instead opting to spell it out. It's something different that'll also look good in any space and it's discounted for Cyber Monday, making it a better buy.
Sharper Image LED Light-Up Word Clock
Tell time in style
If you want a clock that tells time in style, this is the item for you. While just about every other clock tells time with numbers, this one literally spells the time out for you. It'll draw attention when people come over, and it's sure to be a conversation starter.
A Bluetooth meat thermometer
Whether you are a big fan of cooking or you're buying a gift for someone who loves to cook, this Bluetooth thermometer takes checking meat temperature to the next level. It supports Bluetooth 5.2 with up to 500 feet of range, so you can check the temperature from the other side of your home if you want. If you're using it with a smoker, for example, you can see where your meat is in the cooking process without getting up to check. The ThermoPro TempSpike even has alarms to tell you when the food has reached the desired temperature.
ThermoPro TempSpike
On sale just in time for prepping Thanksgiving dinner
This Bluetooth smart meat thermometer can come in handy this holiday season as you cook your Thanksgiving Turkey. It eliminates the guesswork because it tells you the target temperature for the food you're cooking so you know when it's ready. Can you get a much cheaper food thermometer that doesn't connect to your phone via Bluetooth? Yes. Will it be as cool (or hot, depending on how long it's been cooking) as this one? Probably not.
A rechargeable air duster
If you're sick of having a dusty keyboard and buying compressed air all the time to keep it clean, you might want to consider a rechargeable air duster. This one from Meudeen is on sale leading up to Cyber Monday, and it could save you money in the long run if you use cans of compressed air frequently.
Meudeen Electric Rechargeable Air Duster
Dust all the things (over and over and over)
Forget about buying disposable compressed air cans ever again. You can buy this rechargeable air duster one time (at a pretty good discount) and never worry about it again.
Light up the night with flashlight gloves
These gloves can be used as a practical item that works like any other flashlight or as a party aid. It's up to you how you want to use them, but either way, they're a cool Cyber Monday deal on an outside-the-box product
Jasee LED Flashlight Gloves
Shine bright like a... pair of gloves
These gloves will make it easy to see no matter where you are. Instead of carrying a flashlight around, you can use these gloves to light up the night while keeping your hands free to do anything else. For anyone walking their dogs at night, these will help you see and could even save your life.
This reusable smart notebook
We have long loved Rocketbook smart notebooks, and the Core Reusable Smart Notebook is the company's main model. Not only is it useful for jotting down thoughts and transferring them to your smart device, but it's also good for the environment because you won't be wasting paper every single time you want to write something down. And it's on sale for Cyber Monday, which is even better.
Rocketbook Smart Reusable Notebook
Write, reuse. Write, reuse. Repeat.
If you're worried about using ridiculous amounts of paper whenever you want to jot down a thought, you'll love the Rocketbook Smart Reusable Notebook. It gives you the feel of paper but without the waste.
This musical instrument
While this may not be a guitar, drum set, or other more "conventional" instrument, the Otamatone Japanese Electronic Musical Instrument still makes some really interesting sounds by simply squeezing. Don't let the simplicity fool you, because this device still takes skill to play well.
Otamatone Japanese Electronic Musical Instrument
Drop the beat
If you've always dreamed of making music, this might be one of the cheapest musical instruments you can use. It's a little weird-looking, but if you check out the video of one in use, you'll see that it can make some pretty cool tunes.
An unconventional (and comfortable) mouse
Everyone needs a computer mouse. What you probably didn't know is that a traditional computer mouse isn't exactly the most ergonomic for your hand. That's where this odd mouse from J-Tech comes in. Its vertical design doesn't look like what you think a mouse should look like, but it's actually supposed to be better for your hands.
J-Tech Digital Ergonomic Mouse with Wireless Connection
Don't let the weird look scare you off
This vertical mouse looks like it tripped and fell, and no one helped it up. But it's actually supposed to look like that, as it's designed to offer a more ergonomic position for your hands and wrists.
How did we pick these weird Cyber Monday deals?
It's not as easy as you'd think to find weird gadgets, but that's the type of work we're willing to do for you. We dug through the depths of Amazon to find the odd tech products you might not expect to see on sale for Cyber Monday. From there, we checked the price to see if they were discounted enough to be worth your attention, so only a select few items actually made the list. We also looked at the reviews to ensure the products are up to our high standards before recommending them to you.
What makes a tech gadget "weird?"
Calling a product "weird" is, admittedly, subjective. There's no right or wrong answer regarding what is weird and what is a more traditional device. Essentially, we looked for devices that aren't a simple Bluetooth speaker or typical headphones headphone set. Rather, we dug through to find products that are a little outside the box once you took them out of the box, either via their multi-functionality, niche form factor, or even filling a niche you didn't know needed filling.
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