We loved the sleek, ergonomic design of this water bottle, which has a built-in carbon filter that removes impurities. The bottle is made from BPA-free recycled plastic and comes in three sizes and a variety of colors. One filter lasts for about 300 fill-ups; replacements are $7 each. Cost: $8.95 to $12.95
During our test, this 4.4-ounce video camera, which is waterproof up to 10 feet, shot crisp, 1080-pixel videos and 5-megapixel photos. Shockproof up to 5 feet, it withstood a drop on a concrete pool deck. It has enough memory for only five photos and one short video, but you can add up to 32GB with an SD card. Cost: $180
Due out in late July, this waterproof MP3 docking station can float next to you in a pool and withstand dunks. It connects with a variety of MP3 players, including iPods, using a 3.5-mm jack. On the downside, there’s no built-in battery charger. Cost: $170
This digital thermometer lets you monitor the temperature of meat on the grill from up to 200 feet away, using a Bluetooth connection and an app for the iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch, or an Android device. The iGrill was easy to use and accurate. One complaint: We lost our Bluetooth connection when we removed the probe to flip a steak. Cost: $100
The 13-pound Element is easy to carry and set up, with two handles that fold down into legs and a socket for a propane canister. It comes with a travel band that holds the legs and lid in place for transport. We cooked up two steaks at a time on the roomy 14.5- by 11-inch cast-iron grill plate. Cost: $200
