9 Cool Things You Should Get To Level Up Your Home, Office & Car For A Great Start To 2021

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Omg, can you believe it? 2020 is finally over, and we’re now in 2021. 😮

What better way to kick-start the new year than to level up your lifestyle, right?

The products in this article are recommended by SAYS based on online reviews and are not endorsed by Citibank.


For your home:

1. Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop – RM999

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Don’t worry about spending hours sweeping, vacuuming, and mopping your floor. With Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop, it can do all of that for you! Plus, it’s classy, sleek, compact, and is equipped to cover all the little nooks and crannies of your home.

You can get it here.

2. Nespresso Essenza Mini Coffee Machine – RM599

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Get your morning cuppa with just a press of the button with Nespresso. Additionally, you can save money and enjoy barista-level coffee with Nespresso’s range of coffee pods like barista creations, matcha, chocolate, coffee from different origins, and even Starbucks flavours.

Start your 2021 with a good cup of coffee. Find out more here.

3. Phillips Air Fryer – RM1,583

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If your goal for 2021 is to eat healthier or cook more frequently, an air fryer makes an excellent gadget for your kitchen. It’s easy to clean, cooks fast, and is perfect for those who aren’t a good cook but wants to get some simple cooking done. Best of all, you hardly need any oil to get cooking! Get it here.


For your workspace:

4. Take A Seat Ergonomic Chair – From RM599

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An ergonomic chair is a good investment to kick-start your new year, in addition to making your workspace look pretty cool too. Most importantly, you can work for long hours without feeling any strain on your hips, back, neck, and shoulders.

Take A Seat is a trusted brand that offers ergonomic office equipment including their award-winning ergonomic chairs. Find out more here.

5. Google Nest Mini – RM155

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The Google Nest Mini is powered by Google Assistant, you can ask it questions, set alarms, play music, or listen to the latest news with this small but powerful device. It’s like a virtual assistant at your beck and call.

The best part is you get to feel like you’re living in the future by pairing it with smart home devices so that you can voice-control your workspace.

You can get it here.

6. Tiny Forest Diamond Case Terrarium – RM160

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Unlike most houseplants, a terrarium is easy to maintain, nurture, and it doesn’t make a mess. Spruce up your workspace at home or office by getting yourself a terrarium. It’s beautiful and adds a whole new touch and feel to your desk.

Check out Tiny Forest. From as low as RM95, they offer customisable terrariums that can be delivered right to your doorstep. Find out more here.


For your car:

7. HGV Car Air Purifier – RM213.92

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Cars collect dust easily, and it’s not often that we vacuum our car seats and carpets.

HGV Car Air Purifier keeps your car smelling fresh and clean, in addition to getting rid of pollens, bacteria, and dust. It also displays the temperature and humidity in your car, so you can keep track of the air quality. It’s compact, mighty, and convenient for your car.

Get it here.

8. Yi Dashcam – RM149

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A car dashcam enhances your overall car security, and the footage makes good evidence to back you up if anything were to happen. Aside from recording crystal clear footages, Yi Dashcam features an ultra-wide-angle that captures blindspots that even you as the driver may not be able to detect. You can get it here.

9. Portable 10-Litre Mini Fridge – RM242

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Got any future plans for a road trip with your friends or loved ones once it’s safe to travel again?

This portable mini fridge is equipped for both home and car use. So, when you’re not on the road, you can opt to use the fridge as your minibar. It gets the job done with minimal motor noise and has a cold or hot function. Meaning, you can also use it to keep your food warm, which we gotta admit, is pretty cool.

You can get it here.


Got your eyes on one of these items? Or been meaning to get something on your list?

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Third Prize x 1*
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Daily Prizes (80 winners per day)
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Want to stand a chance to win? All you have to do is spend with Citibank via debit or credit card in-store or online to submit entries in order to win. Meaning, the more entries you submit, the higher your chances of winning.

*Cashback prizes are applicable to Citi credit card members only. Terms and conditions apply.


Not a Citibank user yet? Open a Citibank account, sign up for a Citi credit card, or apply for a personal loan, and you could earn up to 50 entries for the contest!

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Terms and conditions apply. Find out more here.