Top 100 Tech Ideas in March

Computer monitors coated in 24 carat gold, extravagant clamshell phones and bespoke speaker systems are some of the most extravagant March 2016 tech ideas. While products like these appeal to a very specific consumer segment, there's plenty of affordable technology that can be made as part of a DIY project. What's most interesting about the latest DIY technology projects is that they feature very new technologies—augmented reality, smart rings and wearable gaming devices to name a few.

For consumers who appreciate cost savings but would rather purchase an item directly off of a store shelf, there are also a number of products that are being introduced with the budget-conscious shoppers in mind. A few great examples include the Lenovo Vibe K5 and Vibe K5 Plus, as well as the DirectStream Junior digital-to-analog converter.