The 35 Best Last-Minute Tech Gifts (That You Don’t Have to Be Tech Savvy to Use)

For a show-stopping gift, Bose’s QuietComfort Ultra headphones deliver the best noise canceling in a pair of over-ear headphones, excellent all-day comfort, and a travel-friendly foldable design and carrying case.

Tivoli Audio Model One AM/FM Radio

$179.99

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Tivoli’s retro radio combines an old-school AM/FM antenna with Bluetooth and AUX, housed in a compact, stylish design that’s ideal for small spaces.

Loop Experience 2 Ear Plugs

$34.95

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Loop’s earplugs are more low-tech than they look, but they’re still a great gift for the music-lover in your life. They’re designed to reduce noise at concerts and live events, without reducing the sound quality, and our editors have loved using Loop earplugs at concerts.

Sonos Era 100

$219.00

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There’s a reason Sonos is a go-to for building a home audio system. Sonos speakers are simple, stylish, and crucially, sound great. The Era 100 is the ideal starting point for building a Sonos system. It features WiFi and Bluetooth capabilities, and can be used as a standalone speaker, a stereo set, or as part of a multi-room setup.

Apple AirPods Pro 3

$249.00

Apple’s latest AirPods Pro 3 earbuds are a major leap forward. Not only do they have impressively improved noise-canceling over the previous generation, but the addition of features like heart rate sensing makes these an upgrade well worth waiting for.

Marshall Emberton III

$179.99

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If your recipient values style and sound quality, it’s hard to go wrong with Marshall’s Bluetooth speakers. They’re pricey, but the Emberton III boasts impressive battery life and rich 360-degree sound, wrapped in an amp-inspired package.

Audio-Technica Sound Burger Portable Bluetooth Turntable

$164.00

Audio-Technica’s quirky portable turntable is a great way to play records on the go. The turntable is Bluetooth-enabled so that you can connect it to your preferred speaker, and it features up to 12 hours of battery life.

Koss x Retrospekt P/21 Retro On-Ear Headphones

$34.00

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Headphones don’t need to be cutting-edge to be cool. Retrospekt teamed up with old-school audio icons Koss on these 1980s-inspired wired on-ear headphones. Best of all, they’re less than $40.

Technics

$249.99 $299.99 17% off

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Technics EAH-AZ100 earbuds are our pick for the best-sounding earbuds, and they’re currently on sale for a modest $50 discount. They feature competitive active-noise canceling and a lightweight fit that’s comfortable enough for all-day wear.

Sensa Mini JBL Speaker Lamps

$130.00

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Know someone who is design-minded, but also loves music? These mini lamps also have built-in JBL speakers and are available in red, white, or black. Plus, they have up to 10 hours of battery life.

WiiM Mini AirPlay 2 Wireless Audio Streamer

$89.00 $99.00 10% off

Know someone with an old-school audio system that they want to make smart? The WiiM Mini can directly stream from Spotify and other music apps to a stereo.

Soundcore Sport X20

$79.99

Looking for an affordable pair of earbuds for the fitness junkie in your life? Anker’s Soundcore X20 earbuds were among our favorite earbuds with ear hooks, thanks to the comfortable, flexible hooks.

Kanto YU2 Powered Desktop Speakers

$199.99 $299.99 33% off

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Kanto’s stylish desktop speakers are an easy way to elevate any home workstation. You can connect it to your computer via USB or plug in an AUX cord. It even has a sub out if you like a little extra kick from the bass.

Technics Turntable with Bluetooth SL-40CBT

$849.99 $899.99 6% off

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If you’re looking for a luxury audio gift, Technics’ SL-40CBT turntable is sure to impress. It features Bluetooth, so it can be paired with any speaker, but it’ll really shine as part of a home hi-fi system.

Best Tech Accessory Gifts

HP Sprocket Instant Smartphone Photo Printer

$79.99 $89.99 11% off

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HP’s instant printer connects to your phone via Bluetooth to print photos, making it easy to make personal mementos on the go. The printer uses special photo paper that doesn’t require ink.

Targus Wireless Ergonomic Folding Keyboard

$43.99

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Know someone who’s always working on the go? Targus’ mini folding keyboard turns a phone or tablet into a mobile workstation. It can connect to up to three devices, and it’s compatible with Chrome OS, Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android.

Apple AirTag

$24.00 $29.00 17% off

$29.99

Apple’s AirTags are a great stocking stuffer for anyone who frequently misplaces their keys, and they can buy peace of mind for items like luggage. AirTags are only compatible with iPhones, so you’ll want to go for an alternative like Tile if you have an Android.

Kobo Libra Colour

$229.87

Kobo’s Libra Colour makes a great alternative to the Kindle. You can mark up and highlight pages. It works with Kobo’s bookstore, or you can use it to check out books from your local library.

Bellroy Phone Case

$79.00

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Most phone wallets are a lot less discreet than Bellroy’s, which features a slot that pops open for stashing three cards. It even has a slot for storing a spare SIM card.

KODAK EKTAR H35 Half Frame Film Camera

$49.99

Sometimes the best tech gifts are the most old school. Kodak’s affordable camera shoots on film, and the lightweight design means you can easily take it on the go. As they say, the best camera is the one that’s with you.

Herman Miller Oripura Laptop Stand

$36.75 $49.00 25% off

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Herman Miller’s laptop stand is a sleek, stylish option for WFH and travel. It’s available in white, yellow, or mint green, and has a dedicated slot for running a charging cable.

Anker Nano Power Bank

$54.99

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Anker’s Nano Power bank is Qi2-certified, meaning it magnetically snaps onto the iPhone. The slim design makes it a great companion for the iPhone Air, but it’s also compatible with other iPhones and the Google Pixel 10 series.

Samsung T7 1TB External USB 3.2 Gen 2 Portable SSD

$109.99

Know someone who loves taking photos, but doesn’t have the space for them? Samsung’s External Portable SSD is available in 1 TB, 2 TB, or 4 TB, offering plenty of storage for photos, videos, and more.

Meta Quest 3 512GB

$499.99

The Meta Quest 3 makes a great gift for gamers. Since it’s wireless, it’s easy to get started right away, and the 30% leap in resolution over the Quest 2 adds to the immersive experience.

Best Smart Home and Wellness Gifts

Google Nest Audio

$99.99

Google’s Nest Audio speaker offers surprisingly rich sound in a relatively compact package, making it a great option for music enthusiasts without the space for a full stereo setup. It can be used to automate tasks like turning off lights or adjusting the thermostat, and you can use it to check the weather, find out when the train is coming, or set reminders.

Fellow Opus Conical Burr Grinder

$199.95

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Stylish and space-saving, Fellow’s Opus burr grinder is a great gift for the coffee lover who still buys ground coffee. The magnetic cup slides into place for mess-free grinding, and the grind is easily adjustable to suit everything from espresso to cold brew.

Nintendo Switch 2

$499.00

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The latest Switch 2 is a welcome sequel to Nintendo’s handheld console, offering playability in handheld, tabletop, and TV modes. According to our review, “What worked great before — the seamless transition between portable and home play, smart implementation of its Joy-Con, and a likely future-classic library — is all present.”

PowerA – Joy-Con Charging Dock

$22.99

If the gamer in your life is always forgetting to keep their controllers charged, this handy dock tops off the Joy-Con for the Nintendo Switch, and it can be used to charge up to four controllers.

Kasa Smart Plug

$14.16 $19.99 29% off

A smart plug makes a handy stocking-stuffer for the tech-savvy, but it’s the kind of practical, utilitarian gift that can make any giftee’s day-to-day easier. From automating your coffee maker to setting timers for your lights, a smart plug can be a handy tool for anyone.

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Theragun Mini

$159.99 $219.99 27% off

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Don’t let the “mini” name throw you. Theragun’s most powerful massage gun packs a punch, quickly soothing sore muscles. There are three intensity levels and three attachment heads to choose from.

Subscale Digital Coffee Dosing Cup

$49.95

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Tech nerds are often coffee nerds, and Subscale’s digital coffee dosing cup is the perfect marriage of both worlds. The cup features a subtle display that allows you to measure your coffee in grams or ounces, and the scale recharges using USB-C, so you don’t have to go hunting for batteries.

Anker Nebula Capsule 3 Projector

$509.99 $749.99 32% off

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Nebula’s capsule palm-sized HD projector has up to 2.5 hours of battery life, and the built-in Google TV interface lets you stream content from your favorite apps. Plus, built-in Chromecast lets you stream from your device.

Govee LED Strip Lights

$29.99

A set of strip lights is a great gift for someone who just moved into a new apartment or dorm. Govee’s strip lights are compatible with Bluetooth or WiFi, and they can even sync with music.

Bird Buddy

$189.00 $299.00 37% off

Bird Buddy is the ideal gift for the birder in your life, and it’s sure to bring joy to anyone who loves nature. Plus, the user-friendly app can even help you identify different species.

Hatch Restore 3 Sunrise Alarm Clock

$139.99 $169.99 18% off