From clever wireless chargers to earbuds built for global conversations, these standout gadgets from IFA 2025 are made to travel, and look good doing it.
IFA 2025
IFA 2025 wrapped up in Berlin after two packed Media Days and five full-on trade show days, reaffirming its title as one of the world’s largest home and consumer tech events. With 220,000 visitors, 1,900 exhibitors from 49 countries, and over 1,200 content creators roaming the halls, the numbers were impressive, but the buzz on the floor told the real story.
IFA was back in full force.
This year’s show made artificial intelligence the headline act, with robotics, smart homes, sustainability, and gaming close behind. From giant multinationals to hungry start-ups, hundreds of product launches and world premieres filled the 190,000-square-metre show floor.
IFA didn’t just grow in size; it sharpened its message. More press conferences, a beefed-up keynote lineup, and breakout new formats like the Retail Leaders Summit and Creator Hub helped broaden its appeal. The content creator turnout more than doubled year-on-year, and sessions from Sony, TikTok and NVIDIA stood out for combining entertainment with industry insight.
As ever, IFA was more than a tech trade show. From RoboCup football matches to open-air concerts in the Sommergarten, the event blended cutting-edge hardware with festival vibes. Whether you were in it for the gadgets, the talks, or just the pizza-making robots, IFA 2025 delivered one of its most energetic and future-focused editions yet.
Best of IFA IFA 2025
Plaud Note Pro
The Plaud Note Pro stood out at IFA 2025 for being slim, smart, and travel-friendly. At first glance, it looks like a simple notepad for your phone. In reality, it’s a powerful AI voice recorder and transcriber. With support for 57 languages, real-time ChatGPT-4.0 transcription, and secure local storage, it’s ideal for digital nomads, journalists, or anyone who relies on voice notes.
The dual-mode setup lets it work offline with Plaud’s own AI or online with OpenAI’s tech, giving users solid flexibility. The magnetic case transforms into a standalone recorder, making it easy to use on the move. It’s discreet, helpful, and looks sharp. A rare mix of form and function that I wanted to carry from the moment I saw it.
Timekettle W4
Few IFA devices were as clever or practical as the Timekettle W4 AI Translator Earbuds. Designed for two-person conversations, each earbud can be used solo, so you and your chat partner can speak your own languages and still understand each other in real time. With 40 languages, 93 accents, and multiple translation engines including ChatGPT, they’re built for real-world travel challenges.
The addition of a bone conduction sensor gives them an edge in noisy environments where voice tech usually struggles. Whether you’re on a busy street or in a breezy café, the W4 keeps up. The slim charging case and strong battery life round out a clever bit of kit that’s far more useful than the average earbuds.
AUKEY MagFusion ARK
IFA had no shortage of wireless chargers, but the Aukey MagFusion ARK stood out by looking like it belonged in a living room, not just on a desk. With its minimalist sculpted design and two-part magnetic stand, it props your iPhone up at the perfect angle while keeping clutter off the table. It’s one of the few chargers that genuinely complements your home.
The clever part is the pop-out magnetic puck that doubles as a portable 15W Qi2 wireless charger. Slim, powerful and with a built-in USB-C port, it’s ready for life on the move. Whether you’re packing light or want one device that works everywhere, the ARK Orbs are always ready to go.
Scosche FoundIT Car Charger
The Scosche FoundIT Car Charger takes something you already use, a USB-C fast charger, and quietly makes it smarter. With built-in support for both Apple Find My and Google’s Find My Device network, it turns your vehicle into a trackable item. No apps to manage or buttons to press, plug it in and it starts working.
At 45W, it charges quickly enough for phones, tablets or even laptops. But the real win is peace of mind when using hire cars, parking at theme parks, or navigating unfamiliar cities. It’s low-effort, low-profile, and genuinely helpful, precisely the kind of accessory that earns a permanent spot in the glovebox.
