TheInsider Picksteam writes about stuff we think you'll like. Business Insider has affiliate partnerships so we get a share of the revenue from your purchase.All of us on the Insider Picks team do our best every day to bring you, ourreaders, the best dealsand best quality from around the web. Throughout our time scouring the internet for new products, brands, and innovations, we've gotten the chance to try out and review many of our finds first-hand.In many cases, we try these items, review them in an article, and then move on to the next job; the Internet economy is a fast-paced business. But some of these items work their way into our daily lives, and as we begin to use them outside the framework of reviewing for a post, we find a new appreciation for them.Thus, we decided to put togethera list of the items that stoodout to us a bit beyond our initial reviews. If you've come to trust our opinions on products and brands, this is where we'll share a bit about the items that have worked their way into our lives outside of the scope of our jobs.Have a look at some of the things we can't get enough of this week:SEE ALSO:12 perfect gifts for the music lover in your lifeDON'T MISS:54 under-$50 gifts for everyone on your listREAD MORE:20 tech gifts under $100 for everyone in your lifeBrandt Ranj, commerce reporter, tech: Belkin 12-Outlet Power Strip Surge ProtectorIm helping my mom set up her new condo, and while its her space, Ive told her there are certain things she needs to have around. Chief among them, surge protectors. A bunch of surge protectors. Ive had some bad experiences with plugging my electronics directly into outlets, and while her place is way nicer than my college dorm, its better to be safe than sorry. The surge protector I always buy is this 12-outlet model from Belkin. Its pretty basic, but nobody buys products like this for the frills. I have two in my apartment right now, and they'remore than enough to protect all of my important electronics. If youre crossing your fingers every time you plug something into an outlet, do yourself a favor and pick one of these up. The peace of mind alone is worth the price.Belkin12-Outlet Power Strip Surge Protector, $25.91Ellen Hoffman, commerce editor: Brooklinen PillowsPillows are among the things just about all people own and use every day but don't replace (or wash) as often as they should. I'm guilty of keeping mine well past their expiration date, and my sleep has almost definitely suffered as a result. The average lifespan of a pillow is only about 18 to 24 months. If yours are looking saggy, deflated, lumpy, or all of the above, it may be time for replacements. And for replacements, I can't recommend Brooklinen's pillows enough.Ive been usingBrooklinens plush and mid-plush down pillows for about sevenmonths now, and I like them a lot. The mid-plush are my favorite. Theyre super versatile and great for people whodont exclusively sleep on their back, side, or stomach, but move around a lot at night. They're a little bit of everything, in a good way. You can find my full review of them here,but suffice to say they're well worth the money. (And Brooklinen also carries down-alternative options.)Brooklinen Standard Plus Down Pillow, $89Brooklinen Standard Mid-Plus Down Pillow, $69Tyler Lauletta, commerce reporter: Public Rec Crosstown Bomber JacketIve already written about my love for the All Day Every Day Pant from Public Recin this space before, but since then, the brand has expanded its collection, and Im digging the new gear just as much. Specifically, the Crosstown Bomber Jacketis a newfavorite. Its casual style is similar to that of the All Day Every Day Pantits not something I would wear to an important meeting, but its great for around the house, after-work errands, and long train rides home for the holidays. With the cold weather coming quickly and my apartment already agreeing to do what we can to conserve heat and with it our electric bill, I have a feeling I will be getting to know my Crosstown Bomber extremely well in the coming weeks.Public Rec Crosstown Bomber Jacket, $128See the rest of the story at Business Insider
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