Two of my favorite iPhone accessories can help me see around corners, inside pipes, and detect heat

The iPhone 15 is a great phone packed with great features, but adding some accessories can make it even better, like a thermal camera or the ability to see deep into machines.

Also, I never leave home without this sturdy external drive.

What you need Topdon TC002C Thermal Camera and USB-C Inspection Camera.

Let’s start with one of my favorite tools: thermal cameras. I’ve been using these devices for years. At first I thought they were just a gimmick, but I was quickly proven wrong. Over the past few days, I’ve used thermal cameras to find failed electrical components (which usually run hot), discover dangerously overheated rechargeable batteries, and discover stuck brakes on my car.

The TC002C is an updated version of the TC002 that features a Lightning connector.

Topdon TC002C Technical Specifications

• Solution: 256×192
• Refresh rate: 25Hz
• Test Coverage: -4°F to 1022°F (-20°C to 550°C), high accuracy 0.1°F/0.1°C
• Maximum error: ±2°C or 2%
• size: 2.8 x 1.65 x 0.55 inches
• weight: 1 ounce
• accessories: Case, cleaning cloth, user guide, 20-inch USB-C extension cable

of Topdon TC002C The is a robust, industrial-grade thermal imaging camera. The device boasts a good temperature range, excellent accuracy, and smooth images with a 25Hz refresh rate. What’s more, the software is reliable and doesn’t lag or crash.

It costs $250 (with a $60 off coupon currently available on Amazon), a fraction of the cost of a dedicated thermal imaging camera.

This powerful power bank is also ideal for charging many devices.

The next superpower I’d like to have is the ability to see around corners. Actually, not just around corners, but into vent pipes, engines, air conditioners, the back of couches, and bathtub pipes.

this is, USB-C Inspection Camera.

Elecshion Inspection Camera Technical Specifications

• Solution: 1920×1440
• camera: Dual (front and side)
• cable: 6.5ft/5m semi-rigid cable
• Waterproof and dustproof: IP67
• accessories: Dust cover, magnet, hook
• About LEDs: Yes, dimmable
• compatibility: iOS and Android

The camera is IP67 waterproof and comes equipped with a small, dimmable LED light for illumination, making it perfect for underwater use or peering into dark places.

But that’s not all – there’s not just one camera, but two mounted on a 5.5mm shaft.

One camera is located on the front and one on the side, providing excellent visibility even in tight spaces, and both cameras support 1920 x 1440 output, so you can capture high-quality video of what you want to see.

Also, the waterproof Blink Mini 2 is the best alternative to Wyze Cam.

Plus, you can easily switch between the two cameras with the push of a button.