The 25 Best Gadgets of 2012

20. Logitech UE 900 Headphones

Logitech’s been dropping some dimes on the audio front as of late. Spearheaded by its subsidiary’s premier technology, the UE 900 delivers the best audio output of any in-ear headphone on the market. Sound is clear, plus mids and highs excel. In addition, the bundle comes loaded with accessories: including nine ear tips, a ¼-inch adapter for larger headphone jacks, and replacement cable.

19. Marketbot Replicator 2

Now that 3D printing has caught on huge in the US, inspired craftsmen are investing in model-creation machines to assemble their own products from chessboards to sex toys. Marketbot’s desktop 3D printer will run you a pretty penny, but it’s quality value alone pays for itself in the long run. Standout features include 100-micron layer resolution, powder-coated steal chassis, and nearly 37 percent more room to wider creations. Compared to the price values of other 3D printers, the Replicator 2 is a steal.

18. Nike+ Fuelband

Whether you’re running track or walking to the grocery store, Nike’s fitness bracelet works magic by tracking your daily exercise activities. It made it easier for us to monitor our progression in the simplest fashion through LED lights that changed from red to green with each step taken, showing us each calorie burned. Sharing the excitement with friends and family on Twitter, Facebook, and Path sweetened the deal.

17. Bang and Olufsen Beolit 12

The Beolit 12 might sport a quirky picnic basket design, but B&O’s wireless speaker was built to blast audio and provides entertainment in the best possible manner. AirPlay support opens the lane to stream music from any iDevice, while supporting rechargeable capabilities via USB output. Its sleek four-button interface simplifies the control process. And the portable speaker is powerful enough to fill an entire room with sound. Consider the noise brought.

16. Astro A50 Headset

We asked what Astro would do for an encore this holiday season and they blessed us with the sleek and sporty-looking A50s. Powered by Dolby 7.1 Surround Sound, the headset produces top-notch clarity and audio performance. Of course Astro bundles the A50s with a mix amp, which allows users to adjust their game-to-voice balancing: picking from up to 3 different EQ modes. The over-ear cups provide a comfortable feel that works great in a competitive tournament environment or for a casual night in. Game on!