The Weirdest Tech Gadgets ZDNET Readers Are Snagging for Presidents’ Day

Presidents’ Day is here, and it’s not just about mattress sales and appliance discounts—it’s also the perfect excuse to score some seriously strange yet functional tech buys. Whether you’re into quirky gadgets or just hunting for deals, this long weekend is packed with opportunities to snag something truly unique.

We dug into the data to find out which odd-but-awesome products our readers have been buying the most lately. These aren’t your average tech picks—they’re the kind of gadgets that make you go, “Wait, what does that even do?” Spoiler: They’re surprisingly useful.

The Top 3 Weirdest Gadgets ZDNET Readers Are Buying for Presidents’ Day

1. The $9 Ear Camera That’s Taking Over

I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: I have no idea why this tool remains one of our readers’ favorite products, but it’s recently dropped in price, and honestly, it’s too good to pass up. This nifty ear camera used to sell for around $14, but now you can get your own for just $9.

Our resident gadget guru, Adrian Kingsley-Hughes, swears by it for tinkering, but you’re totally welcome to use it to check out your ear, too. It’s like a tiny, high-tech flashlight for your ear canal. Weird? Yes. Useful? Absolutely.

Also: The weirdest tool I own is also one of the most useful

2. The $7 AirPods Cleaning Tool That’s a Game-Changer

This was an impulse buy during October Prime Day because I was convinced it had to be better for cleaning AirPods than using Q-tips. And now my knowledge is your knowledge. This AirPods cleaning tool has a 4.5/5 star rating and over 10,000 reviews, so at least others agree with me.

It’s dual-ended, with a soft bristle tool on one side and a sharp scraper and a small brush combo on the other. It does its job and is handy. Would buy again.

Also: Your AirPods are gross. Grab this $7 tool to keep them clean

3. The Heat It Bug Bite Zapper That’s Equal Parts Weird and Wonderful

I did say in the headline that these gadgets were weird. The Heat It bug bite zapper is clearly not the exception.

Heat It is available in USB-C or Lightning adapters. It plugs into your phone and delivers a warming zap that’s supposed to quell itchiness from bug bites. Expert Adrian Kingsley Hughes says it could make a difference if you’re an outdoorsy person, and as someone who also owns one, I can confirm that it works. It’s still weird, though, to be clear.

Also: This USB-C accessory gave my iPhone and Android a surprisingly useful functionality

When is Presidents’ Day?

Presidents’ Day is celebrated on the third Monday of February to honor past US presidents. This year, it falls on Monday, February 16. So, whether you’re shopping for deals or just curious about the weirdest tech out there, now’s the time to dive in.

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