The 25 Best Gadgets of 2012

10. Leica M Monochrom

For the photographer with a keen eye (and hunger) for authentic colorless photos, this premium shooter served as the best option. The camera comes equipped with numerous photo filters and built-in camera settings that help snap the best black-and-white shots. Its 18MP lens captures true luminance, making for shaper and more detailed images. Best believe at $8,000, this full frame, 35mm camera is in a league of its own.

9. Nest Learning Thermostat

As you can see, the Nest is not your traditional thermostat. Taking 30 minutes or less to install, the device connects to any wireless network and allows users to easily keep track and manage their energy consumption. During the first week of use, it learns heating and cooling habits. Sick, huh? When it comes to the heating and cooling bill, it’s insane to think that something so small will save households up to 20% on their expenses.

8. HTC Droid DNA

Under the guidance of the One series dynamic camera software, dominant 1.5GHz quad-core, and Jelly Bean—HTC’s handset stands as the most powerful Droid and Verizon phone ever built. The mobile staple introduced us to the first full-HD display with its 5-inch FHD Super LCD 3 panel, which produces jaw-dropping 440ppi. Its affluent design and incredible dual-cameras should also be considered touchstones, primarily its 2.1MP front-facing.

7. Google Nexus 7

Steve Jobs one proclaimed the 7-inch tablet DOA. So if Apple already has the tech visionary turning in his grave with the iPad Mini, then Google must have him doing back flips in heaven with the Nexus 7. The inclusion of Jelly Bean brings a number of useful features and a smooth Android overlay, while its sharp display generates clear visuals and prompt execution. The best small tablet money can buy.

6. Bowers & Wilkins P3

No other over-ear headphone stunned us more this year than B&W’s sound cans. The P3’s generate sound naturally with incredible highs/lows and an open midrange. Crisp and clean audio is practically guaranteed. On top of that, its snug fit accommodated the headphones’ sexy casing.