I'd buy these cheap gadgets over and over (under $25)

Presidents' Day is still a few days out, and it's a great time to grab some of the cheapest yet most functional buys. I'm talking no-fuss, under $25 gadgets that make your life easier and won't leave you with buyer's remorse. Smart plugs are an easy upgrade: turn lights, appliances and decor on from your phone.

Amazon's version is 20% off right now in the 4‑pack iteration. Smart bulbs are another simple way to elevate a room—being able to change lamp color for under $20 is surprisingly useful. A tiny AirPods cleaner tool is worth keeping on hand. It's dual-ended, with a soft bristle tool on one side and a sharp scraper plus a small brush on the other, and it carries a 4.5/5 star rating with over 10,000 reviews.

For screens and lenses, the Koala lens and screen cleaner kit is my go-to; it's about $8, formulated for specialty glass, and hasn't damaged anti-glare coatings. A keyboard protector was $13 well spent for me: thin, barely noticeable, easy to remove, and helpful for keeping crumbs and spills out of keys.

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