The Best Tech Gifts For Everyone On Your List
Many people's holiday wish lists are a who's who of zeitgeisty tech gadgets, but with so many new gizmos appearing each year, it's impossible to know which tech products your friends and family actually want. Lucky for you, we here at Digg put our finger to the pulse — like, say, an Apple Watch — and rounded up the best tech gifts for everyone on your list this holiday season.
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Apple Watch SE
Released just a few months ago, the Apple Watch SE packs a lot of bang for significantly fewer bucks than the Apple Watch Series 6, the former offering the great majority of features found on other Apple watches — or, as CNET put it, "Everything you really need in a smartwatch, for less cash."
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What other people are saying:
This is such an amazing watch, and it's so much better — and faster — than the earlier versions. I did not want to pay for the additional cellular service, so I got this version. As long as my phone is in the same house as me, I have no issue. I highly recommend getting this one. — Mike S. via Amazon
Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug²
Perfect for coffee lovers, Ember's Smart Mug² is the must-have home office accessory for our new work-from-home lifestyle, keeping beverages at your preferred temperature (between 120 and 145° F) for up to one and a half hours on a single charge. A hot gift if ever there were one!
What other people are saying:
I absolutely love this cup! I play video games and watch movies on the weekend for a few hours of entertainment, and this cup delivers a perfect cup of hot coffee throughout my gaming sessions. I now must have this cup for life. I love coffee, and it tastes even better in this cup because the coffee is consistently hot. It is simply fantastic! — Amazon Customer
Nomad Base Station Wireless Charging Hub
For the design enthusiast in your life, the Nomad base station is where functionality meets aesthetics. Perfect for nightstands or desks, the charging hub has a padded leather surface and can charge up to four devices at once.
What other people are saying:
I absolutely love the sleekness of this base station. It fits perfectly on my nightstand, so I know I have a fully charged pair of AirPods and iPhone when I wake up. The walnut finish is a very lovely and a beautiful touch! — David D., via Nomad
Click & Grow Mini Smart Garden
With everyone cooking at home a lot more these days, Click & Grow's mini smart garden would make a perfect gift for just about anyone on your list. With special LED grow lights, it doesn't even require direct sunlight. A gift that keeps on giving!
Wonderboom 2 Bluetooth Speaker
A great gift for music lovers (or anyone on the go, really), the Wonderboom 2 delivers the kind of powerful, 360-degree sound you'd expect from a much bigger, more expensive speaker. With a five-star rating from over 3,000 reviews on Amazon, it's sure to be a hit.
What other people are saying:
I bought this after someone I met on a boat trip had the original Wonderboom. The Wonderboom 2 has all the great features as the original but with improvements. It delivers good quality sound in a small package. I take it with me on trips, and I use it while doing yard work or any other time when I need portable music. One feature that sold me on it is that it floats. You can take it tubing or throw it to someone in the water and not worry about losing it. Also it pairs to devices easily and has good battery life. I did quite a bit of research before I purchased this speaker, and while it might not be the "best" in all categories, it is arguably one of the best speakers in terms of value. — Daniel C, via Amazon
Apple AirPods
You've heard that good things come in small packages, and that's definitely true of Apple's incredibly popular AirPods. An ideal gift for audiophiles and home office workers, AirPods will be music to your loved one's ears.
What other people are saying:
These AirPods are amazing. They automatically play audio as soon as you put them in your ears and pause when you take them out. A simple double-tap during while listening to music will skip forward. To adjust the volume, change the song, make a call or even get directions, just say "Hey Siri" to activate the personal assistant. Plus, when you're on a call or talking to Siri, an additional accelerometer works with dual beamforming microphones to filter out background noise and ensure that your voice is transmitted with clarity and consistency.
Additionally, they deliver five hours of listening time on a single charge, and they're made to keep up with you thanks to a charging case that holds multiple charges, for more than 24 hours of listening time. Just 15 minutes in the case gives you three hours of listening to time or up to two hours of talk time.
I would highly recommend them. — J.G., via Amazon
WeMo Mini Smart Plug
WeMo's mini smart plug, which provides wireless control of lights and appliances via Wi-Fi connection, is a perfect stocking stuffer if ever there were one. Because even in 2020, not all appliances are smart, but with the mini smart plug, they can at least be smarter.
What other people are saying:
The WeMo app is great for setting everything up, scheduling timers and accessing devices when away from home. The devices also sync with Apple HomeKit, giving me quick control over my devices using Siri or the swipe-up menu on my iPhone (an icon shows up right by the flashlight button). HomeKit allows me to group devices together, so I can just tell Siri "Christmas on," and the three plugs controlling my tree and Christmas lights all turn on. But without an Apple TV or HomePod, the HomeKit app will not let me do any automation. Overall, WeMo lacks advanced functionality, but does the basics very well. — Paul, via Amazon
KeySmart UV Sterilization Pod
Sanitizing your phone has always been a good idea. In 2020, given the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, it's essential. Help keep your loved ones safe and healthy with the KeySmart UV sterilization pod.
Editor's note: some reviews have been edited for length and clarity.
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