20 Super Cool Gadgets to Help You Beat the Next Heat Wave

Don’t let the heat get you down! If you aren’t already chillin’ out thanks to our heatwave hacks, there are plenty of other ways to beat the heat. Think of it this way: Now you have an excuse to get that ice cream maker or that novelty USB fan you secretly wished you had. No matter what floats your boat, at least one of these goodies should do it for ya. Here are 20 super *cool* must-haves to beat the heatwave this summer.

1. Urban Outfitters Instant Water Balloon Filler Pack ($16, pack of three): Unleash your inner child and let loose with water balloons this summer. To get you ready for the water wars, make sure to pick up this water balloon filler pack that can make hundreds of water balloons in under a minute!

2. BigMouth Inc. Birds Drink Floaties ($12, set of three):Now you won’t have to worry about leaving the pool to quench your thirst. Enjoy a refreshing cocktail *while* lounging in the pool with these adorable bird drink floaties.

3. Sunnylife Really Big Inflatable Pineapple Pool Floatie ($60): Take advantage of those lazy summer days while you can by relaxing in the pool on this inflatable pineapple floatie. Couple it with a pińa colada in a drink floatie, and you’ve got the ultimate lazy day setup.

4. Sunnylife Avalon Beach Umbrella ($75): Make sure you aren’t caught without this Avalon Beach Umbrella on your next beach or picnic outing. Thanks to the polyester canopy’s UPF 30 protective coating, it’ll keep you safe *and* cool.

5. CoreGear USA Misters Pump Mister & Sprayer ($21): There’s nothing like spritzing yourself with a refreshing mist on a hot summer day. Do so with this pump mister that can fit ice cubes inside, and includes a neoprene cool sleeve to keep the water cold for twice as long.

6. Zoku Ice Cream Maker ($30): Is there anything better than enjoying a bowl of ice cream that you can make in 10 minutes in the comfort of your own home? There’s no hassle of having to drive to the closest grocery store, thanks to the Zoku Ice Cream Maker. Simply add your favorite ice cream base to the pre-chilled bowl, stir, and in minutes you’ll have a ready-to-eat serving of ice cream, gelato, frozen yogurt, sherbet or sorbet!

7. Urban Outfitters Diamond Ice Cube Tray ($14): Diamonds are everyone’s best friend, in this case. Add a decorative flair to ordinary drinks while keeping them cool with this diamond ice cube tray that fits six cubes at a time.

8. Honeywell QuietSet Whole Room Tower Fan ($66): Featuring a digital thermostat, timer, eight cooling settings and remote control, this Black Honeywell Whole Room Tower Fan is the have-all fan to use anywhere and everywhere in your house. Further, its sleek and elegant style won’t compromise your pre-existing decor.

9. Chef’n Ice Cream Sandwich Maker ($20): Relive your childhood days by whipping up a batch of homemade ice cream sandwiches using this stackable mold. To make, bake the cookies in the silicone molds, fill with ice cream then freeze.

10. Mamasicles Popsicle Molds Ice Pop Maker ($12): These BPA-free popsicle molds make it easy for you to create unique flavors that you can’t find in stores. So the next time you’re craving mint mojito iced coffee popsicles, make ‘em with this super simple ice pop maker.

11. Cuisinart ICE-30BC Pure Indulgence Ice Cream Maker ($70): Powered by a heavy-duty motor, this durable and efficient stainless steel ice cream maker is a party essential. Simply add your ingredients, turn the switch on and come back in 25 minutes. The fully automatic ice cream maker makes two quarts of fresh frozen dessert, which is sure to be a hit with your friends.

12. ICONIQ Rose Gold Stainless Steel Vacuum Insulated Water Bottle ($17): You can’t go wrong with a proper water bottle, especially a rose gold beauty like this one. It’s sleek, stylish and provides long-lasting insulation for both hot and cold drinks.

13. Mission Enduracool Performance Hat ($23): If you’re not one to let the weather stop you from enjoying a fun game or sport, consider keeping cool with this performance hat. It cools instantly when wet, up to (err, down to) 20 degrees below the average body temperature. Wear it on a hike to ensure you won’t be sweating (as many) bullets.

14. Neutrogena Fresh Cooling Body Mist Sunscreen SPF 45 ($14): Refresh and protect skin with Neutrogena’s cooling mist sunscreen in SPF 45. The proof mist will instantly leave skin feeling fresh and clean. Plus, it’s waterproof, sweat-proof, noncomedogenic and water resistant!

15. Kikkerland Ice Ball Moon ($11): Regardless of the drink you’ll be sipping on, make sure it stays chilled with the help of this silicone moon ice ball mold. The unique spherical shape actually prevents ice from melting as quickly, which is a plus in everyone’s book.

16. Pumponator Water Balloon Filling Station ($15): This balloon pumping station is the portable and lightweight essential to bring to any outdoor event. It makes filling balloons with water or air a cinch so you can worry less about preparations and more about having fun.

17. Kikkerland Reusable Ice Cubes Submarine ($5): Inspired by the Beatles, these reusable yellow submarine ice cubes are the summer essentials you need to snatch up now. Aside from their fun design, they’re the practical and easy means of keeping those drinks cold all summer long.

18. Seekermaker USB Fan Micro OTG Mini Phone Fan ($8): Compatible with USB 2.0 and Android ports, this mini phone fan is the portable savior you didn’t realize you needed. From stuffy bus-ride commutes to long lines at theme parks in the hot sun, this li’l guy promises to save you from potentially overheating, with its immediately cooling breeze.

19. Tovolo Mini Sweet Treats Tubs ($13, set of four): Because each of these mini tubs holds six ounces, you can dole out perfectly portioned snacks to your friends or fam. It’s also worth noting their easy stackable design and fun colors, which will make your picnic pretty as can be.

20. Williams-Sonoma Frozen Desserts Cookbook ($25): Choose from over 60 recipes and ideas for scoops, shakes, slushes, sundaes, sandwiches and special-occasion treats in this frozen desserts cookbook. Whether you decide on the Lemon-Creme Fraiche Ice Cream or Peanut Butter-Pretzel Ice Cream Bonbons, one thing’s for sure: You’ll definitely be keeping cool.

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It's almost outdoor decorating season! And McGee & Co.'s gorgeous outdoor collection is here to tempt our urges to decorating early with stunning finds. From plush outdoor pillows and elegant rugs to comfy furniture and charming floral plateware, this collection has everything to elevate your outdoor space. "I wanted this outdoor lounge to feel like a Southern veranda — inviting, layered, and effortlessly elegant," says Shea McGee. The new Spring 2025 collection is both timeless and relaxed, "perfect for lingering conversations and warm breezes," Shea adds. I'm especially loving the cozy seating, classic patterns, and stylish entertaining pieces that are actually affordable.

Check out all the earthy, elegant outdoor decor from McGee & Co below!

McGee & Co.

Melrose Striped Tablecloth

This linen tablecloth, featuring a charming green and ivory palette, makes every outdoor occasion feel just a little more festive and special. Celebrate from spring to fall!

McGee & Co.

Alcott Melamine Dinner Plates (Set of 4)

The scalloped edge and delicate border on these melamine plates bring a perfect blend of charm and playfulness to your outdoor table. It also has a bit of a vintage Euro vibe.

McGee & Co.

Crosley Indoor/Outdoor Pillow

Make your space super cozy with thoughtfully designed pillows, like the Crosley Indoor/Outdoor Pillow, featuring a classic plaid motif and playful fringe. Ah, so cozy and pretty!

McGee & Co.

Amherst Handwoven Indoor/Outdoor Rug

What I love about McGee & Co.'s outdoor rugs is that they look just as elegant inside. The Amherst Handwoven Indoor/Outdoor Rug in a golden yellow plaid is actually soft and is easy to clean — perfect for high-traffic indoor/outdoor areas.

McGee & Co.

Nola Paper Mache Vase

Give your outdoor space the living room treatment with details like potted greenery. The Nola Paper Mache Vase elevates your table with a modern rustic aesthetic.

McGee & Co.

Berkeley Handwoven Indoor/Outdoor Rug

This navy and white gingham rug with brown natural stripes is another soft indoor-outdoor rug made from recycled materials, and perfect for high-traffic indoor and outdoor areas.

McGee & Co.

Haviland Outdoor Sofa with Striped Cushions

Bold cabana stripes get me every time. This weather-resistant sofa is just as comfy as it is cute.

McGee & Co.

Cadie Outdoor Chaise

Lounge the spring days away with a good book on this teak-framed chaise and weather-resistant fabric.

McGee & Co.

The Market Umbrella

Fringe makes everything better. The Market Umbrella can withstand spring's fickle weather while bringing vintage vibes to your space.

McGee & Co.

Sanibel Acrylic Goblets (Set of 4)

Elevate your outdoor drinkware with these break-resistant ribbed goblets. Spring mocktails are so close.

McGee & Co.

Fontaine Melamine Dinner Plates (Set of 4)

Embrace spring 2025's romantic trend with these floral dinner plates, paired with dainty Wilkie Floral Napkins.

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Bonjour Doormat

Set the stage for an inviting escape with this charming welcome mat. Très chic!

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Classic Pool Float

Cannonball! Make the most of the warmer months with the classic pool float in navy and white stripes. It has a hanging hook for storage too!

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If you can't stop talking about Severance season 2, you're not alone. The Apple TV+ show has totally taken over the internet (and all my group chats) and as the mysteries at Lumon continue to unfold, there's one heartbreaking, viral theory surrounding this week's episode, and Gemma, that has the internet in a tizzy.

Keep reading for the most insane Severance season 2, episode 9 theory on the internet.

Has Gemma been an innie the whole time?

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TikTok user @msauroraalice made the connection that Severance season 2 episode 9, "The After Hours," has the same title as a specific Twilight Zone episode in which a mannequin, well, forgets she's a mannequin. And now we're all wondering whether Severance is going to reveal a very similar plotline with Gemma.

"Could Gemma have been manufactured at Lumon and all of her experience with Mark is just a severed version of herself," @msauroraalice says, theorizing that "there is no Gemma."

"I bet this next episode, Gemma or Helly has a horrifying discovery about themselves just like the mannequin realizing she's not even alive," she continues.

Clearly, this Twilight Zone episode has a ton of similarities to Severance, with the split identities of it all. And as one Reddit user just made it even more heartbreaking by saying, "She could be an experiment from the very start which is why they went as far as to fake her death and recruit Mark to work for them. That would be heartbreaking. It would mean Mark and Gemma 's relationship was manufactured from the beginning."

"The After Hours" is sure to set us up for a crazy 'Severance' season 2 finale.

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After everything Mark has been through, this would truly be a heartbreaking turn of events and I don't know if I could handle it! I'm not alone, either. TikTok users flooded the comments of the post (which has over 900K views).

"If Gemma was never a full person to begin with I'm gonna lose my mind," one user said, while another theorized, "I think Gemma is real but she actually died. Lumon had plans for her to begin with so they revived her body because they effectively own it and now she's stuck in purgatory testing."

But if this Severance theory breaks your heart as much as it breaks mine, there's a silver lining. "The next episode after 'The After Hours' from TWZ is called 'The Mighty Casey' and is about a robot who becomes more human I believe," a third TikTok user says.

But honestly, emotional devastation — and peeling back a character's insecurities, fears, and heartbreak to get to their core — make for really good TV because of how relatable those moments can be. So we'll just have to see what the Severance season 2 finale has in store.

Here are 10 Questions I Need Severance Season 2 To Answer — let us know on Instagram what kinds of questions and theories you have.

St. Patrick's Day in America is known mostly as an excuse to have a day-long marathon of drinking green beer (we'll take some green cocktails, too), but if staying in is more your jam, you'll need some epic DIY party favorsand a slew of adorable St. Patrick's Day-themed treats! In this collection of St. Patrick's Day desserts, you'll find everything from rainbow cupcakes and Lucky Charms pancakes, to Leprechauns made out of Nutter Butters and boozy green fudge. Yum.

Throw on your best “Kiss Me, I'm Irish" apron and have some fun with these 25 delicious St. Patrick's Day desserts!

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St. Patrick’s Day Rainbow Donuts

This adorable DIY requires no cooking and is a blast to make with friends. At the end of this rainbow you may not find gold, but you will find a fluffy cloud of coconut just waiting to be devoured. (via Brit + Co)

Sarah Anderson

St. Patrick's Day Dessert Shots

These cute, tiny shots are sweetened with flavors like dark chocolate, vanilla, and peppermint extract — and they even have a bite-sized brownie on the bottom. Now that's a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, amiright? (via Sarah Anderson forBrit + Co)

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Lucky Charms Ice Cream

This one isn't a specific recipe per say, it's more of a how-too... but arguably the most useful how-to you'll learn this month. This overview of how to make Lucky Charms-infused ice cream can be put to use this St. Patrick's Day and beyond! (via Brit + Co)

Grandbaby Cakes

St. Patrick’s Day Dessert Pizza

Deep dish pizza should always have a sugar cookie crust and a Bailey's Irish Cream chocolate filling. Top with green sprinkles, green tinted white chocolate and chopped chocolate mint candies for that extra festive feel. (via Grandbaby Cakes)

Brit + Co

Double Rainbow Cake

Labor intensive? Maybe. Totally worth it? Absolutely. Grab a partner or your kiddos, and settle in for a fun afternoon of food coloring and multi-colored M&M decorating. (via Brit + Co)

Sweet Recipeas

Drunken Grasshopper Fudge

This is definitely an adults-only fudge. Made with both Crème de Menthe and Crème de Cocoa, this fudge has a boozy flavor that bites back. Throw on a handful of shamrock sprinkles to really drive the theme home. (via Sweet Recipeas)

Home Made Interest

St. Patrick’s Day Leprechaun Cookies

These little guys would be so cute to make for your kiddo's school St. Patrick's Day party. Plus, they double as a fun activity to do with them at home. They're almost too cute to eat… almost. (via Home Made Interest)

The Cake Blog

Leprechaun Hat S’mores

Obviously a large marshmallow on top of a cookie makes the perfect top hat. Once it's covered in chocolate and adorned with green decor, you have the perfect edible s'mores hat that any leprechaun would be happy to wear. (via The Cake Blog)

Classy Clutter

St. Patrick’s Day Rice Krispie Treats

You may have to go digging for marshmallows in a box of Lucky Charms to make these, but it's totally worth it. The pretty pastels in the marshmallows also looks perfect with the light green of the Rice Krispies. (via Classy Clutter)

Takes Two Eggs

Matcha Roll Cake

This sponge-y roll cake is packed with matcha whipped cream, and it looks just as good as it tastes! (via Takes Two Eggs)

Averie Cooks

Irish Chocolate Guinness Cupcakes

The batter these cupcakes are crafted with is spiked with Guinness and Jameson for a bit of booziness. (via Averie Cooks)

Barbara Bakes

Mint Chocolate Chip Pie For St. Patrick’s Day

You don't have to have a lot of time and ingredients to make a great St. Patrick's Day dessert. All you need for this freezer pie is a pre-made Oreo pie crust and mint chocolate chip ice cream. Whipped cream and chocolate shavings optional – as if! (via Barbara Bakes)

Created By Diane

St. Patrick’s Day Mint Chocolate Cake

Before you cut into this cake, you would have no idea that what lies inside is an intricate mint chocolate design that tastes just as good as it looks. This concoction is definitely going to impress whoever you serve it to. (via Created By Diane)

Nifty Mom

No-Bake Mint-Free St. Patrick’s Day Dessert

St. Patrick's Day desserts are almost always full of mint. Well, you know what? Not everyone likes mint. This dessert is still chocolatey and green with no mint in sight. (via Nifty Mom)

Foods Of Our Lives

Crème De Menthe Cake Pops

If you have a package of Oreos lying around, you're already halfway to making these flavorful cake pops. They're so addicting, you may want to give them away as St. Patrick's Day gifts just to avoid eating every single one. (via Foods Of Our Lives)

Pizzazzerie

Shamrock Sour Cocktail

Swapping standard whiskey for Irish Whiskey gives this cocktail a St. Patrick's Day twist. Add a few drops of food coloring to make the green really stand out. (via Pizzazzerie)

Half Baked Harvest

Chocolate Irish Cream Filled Donuts

If you're feelin' fancy, opt to make these homemade donuts filled with St. Patty's-ready Irish cream! (via Half Baked Harvest)

Two Peas & Their Pod

Chocolate Mint Brownie Milkshake

You can never go wrong with a combo of chocolate and mint! (via Two Peas & Their Pod)

Baking A Moment

Pot of Gold Cupcakes

The rainbow Swiss buttercream that tops these decadent chocolate cupcakes is way easier to make than it looks. Make sure to get some gold foiled chocolate coins to put on top for an extra fun touch. (via Baking A Moment)

Recipe Girl

Green Velvet Cheesecake Cake

What's better than cheesecake? Cheesecake that's sitting in the middle of two layers of green velvet cake, of course. It's like having a giant layer of creamy frosting in the middle… but it's cheesecake! (via Recipe Girl)

Simply Happenstance

St. Patrick’s Day Caramel Corn

Caramel corn is a treat that both adults AND kids love. Just by adding a bit of food coloring to your caramel, you'll create a crunchy masterpiece that everyone will gobble up in seconds. (via Simply Happenstance)

The Recipe Rebel

White Chocolate Lucky Charms Cookies

Not only do these cookies have finely ground Lucky Charms in the cookie batter itself, chopped cereal and marshmallows are also folded in for extra texture and flavor. We'll take two dozen, please. (via The Recipe Rebel)

Completely Delicious

Mint Chocolate Chip Cupcakes

These sweet bites are described as the epitome of mint chocolate chip ice cream, but in cupcake form. Perfect, perfect, perfect! (via Completely Delicious)

Gal On A Mission

St. Patrick’s Day Puppy Chow

Puppy chow is the perfect on-the-go munchie for the whole family. Green candy melts give this snack its hue, while spearmint essential oil gives it its minty flavor. (via Gal On A Mission)

Pillsbury

Mini Whoopie Pies

These tiny whoopie pies are just small enough that you can enjoy them in one delicious bite. It doesn't get much easier than using refrigerated sugar cookie dough to make them, either. Score! (via Pillsbury)

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This post has been updated with additional reporting by Meredith Holser.