Shopping for friends and family can be tough because spending money on someone other than yourself is harder.

So, with support from KnowTechie, a stable internet connection, and GOD HIMSELF, I’ve put together an exhaustive list of all the best gifts for literally anyone in your life.

We cover home and garden, tech, gaming, and entertainment. We put in the hours, so you don’t have to. So please, grab a cup of coffee, kick back, and bask in the glory that is this best gifts guide. You’re welcome.

The best gifts you can literally give anyone this holiday season

Amazon Gift Card – $25

This will be the bare minimum, the $25 gift you give to someone you… just know.

Not someone you invite to the house, mind you, but that friend or family member you hit up when you are in the area and need to kill an hour.

They probably send you a Christmas card each year with their spouse and dog on it, and after five years of getting these cards, you’ve decided to acknowledge their existence with this gift card.

$25 Amazon Gift Card

$25.00

A $25 Amazon gift card lets you buy anything from Amazon's wide selection, making it a handy gift or a simple way to manage spending.This is by far the best option out there.

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Amazon Gift Card – $30

The $30 option will be another great choice for an acquaintance. Maybe you went to high school or college with them.

Maybe you used to hang out. Who knows, the point is now that has devolved to nothing more than “yeah, let’s get up soon!” and other empty promises.

You like their family photos on Facebook and laugh and react to their lame memes to make them feel better about themselves.

$30 Amazon Gift Card

$25.00

A $30 Amazon gift card provides flexibility to shop from Amazon's extensive product range, suitable as a thoughtful gift or for personal use.

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Amazon Gift Card – $40

We’re starting to get serious now; buckle in.

A $40 Amazon gift card teeters on the realm of “you’re a real friend” or “I’m glad you’re my son.”

Mind you, it isn’t quite there and if you receive a $40 Amazon gift card this year, know that you’re almost important to that person.

Almost.

$40 Amazon Gift Card

$50.00

A $40 Amazon gift card: because nothing screams "I actually thought about your gift" like precisely 4,000 pennies of online shopping freedom.

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01/24/2024 05:50 pm GMT

Amazon Gift Card – $50

Let a person know that you actually care that they exist with a $50 Amazon gift card.

$50 says “I hope you can get something you actually want.” Anything below $50 is just charity towards something that the person actually wants to buy.

I don’t make the rules.

$50 Amazon Gift Card

$50.00

A $50 Amazon gift card: It's like saying, "Go wild on a shopping spree," with the exact enthusiasm of a pre-programmed birthday card.

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01/24/2024 05:50 pm GMT

Amazon Gift Card – $51+

Anything above $50 is just showing off. We get it; you have money; stop rubbing it in everyone’s face Curtis.

I know Kevin doesn’t pay me; stop reminding me. You’re not my dad.

And that’s a wrap for KnowTechie’s procrastinator-friendly holiday gift guide.

If you’re feeling a little lazy and don’t want to put too much effort into your holiday shopping this year, we hope this helps. If not, there’s always next year.

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• KnowTechie’s Holiday Gift Guide
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• The best Steam Deck accessories
• The best Xbox controllers

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Now, depending on who you’re buying for, you might want one of our other guides. The Secret Santa in you probably wants the under-$25 holiday gift list.

This list is for the truly special people in your lives, the ones that you spend big because you love them big.

Most items on this list are things the KnowTechie staff have personally used, so we know they’ll be well-received. With that out of the way, let’s get on with the best holiday gift ideas for 2023.

Here’s our picks of the best holiday gifts this season

Whether you’re buying for a gamer, a reader, a younger member of the family, or just picking something nice up for yourself, we’ve got you covered for gift ideas this holiday season.

Prox PRD

4.0

$69.95 $57.95

Designed by Prox Devices, this little guy is a no-hassle solution to keep your phone by your side. Forget complex setups. This is a simple, no-subscription, no-app-required approach to ensure your smartphone isn't left behind.

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01/25/2024 07:41 pm GMT

Audible Gift Memberships

The Plus Catalog: the all-you-can-listen catalog, including thousands of audiobooks, podcasts, and originals. Plus, 1 credit a month good for any title in the app to keep forever, and all the best audio entertainment, all in one free app

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BOOX Note Air3 Monochromatic Note Taker

$399

The Onyx BOOX Note Air3 is a monochrome digital notepad that aims to simplify and enhance note-taking. With a 10.3'' E Ink screen, Android 12 OS, and innovative features like Smart Scribe, it combines functionality, ease of use, and affordability

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Ocushield Blue Light Screen Protector for MacBook Air & Pro

4.5

Experience healthier screen time with the Ocushield Anti-Blue Light Filter for MacBook. Developed by optometrists, it blocks 99% of harmful UV and blue light, mitigating eye strain and improving sleep. Plus, its tempered glass doesn't distort your screen colors. Expert-endorsed, it's your guard against digital glare.

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beyerdynamic MMX 200 Wireless Gaming Headset

$249.00

These gaming headphones are sure to impress, with powerful sound and a clean, crisp microphone for crystal-clear in-game comms. They've also got multiple connectivity options, including Bluetooth, low-latency wireless, and USB.

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01/26/2024 04:47 am GMT

Onanoff Cosmos+ ANC Bluetooth Kids Headphones

Worried about your little one's hearing? These BuddyPhones have safe audio limits to not hurt growing eardrums, and this model has ANC so their iPad-playing is undisturbed by the rest of the family.

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HHKB - Happy Hacking Keyboard Studio

$449.00 $345.60

The HHKB is near-legendary in typing circles, but this new version is different. It's got hot-swap sockets to use any mechanical key switches, a touch-point cursor, and touch-sensitive sections for even more control.

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01/26/2024 07:57 am GMT

PDP Victrix Pro FS-12 Fight Stick for PS5/PC

$399.99

This is the ultimate fight stick for fighting game fans, with either a standard joystick or a specially designed button-only layout, both with Sanwa Denshi buttons.

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01/25/2024 11:50 am GMT

PDP Victrix Pro BFG Wireless Controller

$174.00

The Pro BFG is a great controller for PlayStation or PC gamers, with a modular construction that allows them to create their favorite layout. It's also got remappable buttons for even more personalization.

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01/26/2024 08:01 am GMT

Audio-Technica Turntable Bundle with Speakers

Retro is in again, and that means vinyl is in vogue. There's nothing quite like the pops and crackles from a record spinning, perfect for some nostalgic tracks during the holiday season and beyond.

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AT2040 Hypercardioid Dynamic Podcast Microphone

$99.00 $89.95

The AT2040 is one of the best affordable XLR microphones for podcasters, livestreamers, and those wanting to upgrade their work-from-home video meeting equipment. The dynamic microphone with hypercardioid polar pickup pattern will pick up your voice with a warm, ready-for-broadcast tone while rejecting off-axis sounds.

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01/26/2024 07:31 am GMT

AMIRO M2 LumoCube Portable LED Bag Mirror

$129.99

This thoughtful makeup bag has an integrated, magnetic smart mirror, to always show them in the best light. And it'll keep them organized too, with magnetic compartments to store all their makeup and tools.

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01/25/2024 10:40 am GMT

Wacom One 12 Drawing Tablet with Screen (2023)

$399.95

A drawing tablet is one of the best tools any digital artist can have, and Wacom is arguably the best. With a battery-free pen and an anti-glare screen, this drawing tablet will inspire creativity.

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01/25/2024 10:36 am GMT

Logitech G Pro Racing Wheel and Pedals

$1,199.04

If you know a sim racer, there's a good chance that this awesome wheel and pedals combo is already on their wishlist. Whether they like F1, touring, or rallying, the Logitech G Pro is the wheel to get for their virtual racing adventures.

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01/25/2024 10:40 am GMT

Nebula by Anker Mars 3 Outdoor Portable Projector

$1,099.99 $999.99

This portable projector has one feature that beats the rest: 1,000 Lumens of brightness. That's enough to use during the day, outside, but why would anyone do that while it's so cold out? Just stay in with a hot cocoa and catch up on holiday movies.

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01/25/2024 10:40 am GMT

XGIMI MoGo 2 Pro 1080P Portable Projector

$599.00

Holiday movies are a staple of this season. Watch them from anywhere with this portable projector with 400 Lumens of brightness, great color accuracy, and the ability to power via USB-C to use any power bank.

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01/25/2024 10:36 am GMT

All-new Amazon Fire HD 10 Kids Pro tablet (2023)

4.5

$189.99 $149.99

The best tablets for kids are all from the Amazon Fire range, and this all-new 10-inch version is the best of them all. You get a 1080p screen that's bright and colorful, a thin but sturdy case, a year of Amazon Kids+ for content, and two years of ironclad warranty service.

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01/25/2024 12:07 am GMT

Dreo ChefMaker Combi Fryer

$359.00 $279.00

The Dreo ChefMaker is an airfryer on steroids, able to cook a wide variety of foods and meals without fuss. It's even got an internal probe to keep your meats to the perfect doneness, without drying out as it has a fancy sous vide option where it mists water into the basket during the cook.

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01/24/2024 10:26 pm GMT

PITAKA 3 in 1 MagSafe Charging Station

$179.00

This MagSafe charger doesn't just charge up Qi-enabled devices on the desktop. It's got a removable battery pack for on-the-go charging, a place to charge AirPods, and a plug-in charger for the Apple Watch.

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01/24/2024 10:20 pm GMT

Sphero BB-9E App-Enabled Droid with Trainer

$199.99

Give the Star Wars fan in your life their own droid, with this great Sphero BB-9E. Yes, that's the Imperial one, not the cute orange-and-white one, but it'll still be awesome fun zipping around the living room.

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01/25/2024 01:27 am GMT

Keychron Q6 Wired Custom Mechanical Keyboard

$225.99

We love Keychron mechanical keyboards for their solid build quality and typing feel, and anyone you buy this for will feel the same way. This model has a fullsize form factor with a numpad, and a handy knob for volume control.

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01/25/2024 01:18 am GMT

Sphero Specdrums

$54.95

Get toes (and fingers!) tapping this holiday by giving some Specdrums. These clever musical devices turn color into music, with a tactile way to bop the night away. Use the included color pads, or experiment with anything around the house.

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01/25/2024 10:45 am GMT

NuFACE Mini+ Starter Kit

$250.00 ($250.00 / Fl Oz)

Make her eyes light up with this highly sought-after microcurrent set for toning facial skin. It comes with everything they need to get started, with a rechargeable microcurrent device, activation gel, and more, to bring the spa home.

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01/25/2024 01:03 am GMT

Datacolor Spyder X2 Ultra

$299.99

Have a photographer on your list this year? They'll appreciate this color calibrator, so that their creative vision isn't held back by substandard monitor calibration.

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01/25/2024 10:45 am GMT

Typhur Dome Air Fryer

$499.00 $399.00

You might want to break this one out before the festivities, as the huge cooking area inside the Dome can cook up tons of festive fingerfoods in time for Christmas morning. Plus, you'll have trouble fitting it under the tree.

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01/24/2024 10:21 pm GMT

Peak Design Slide Lite Camera Strap

$59.95

Instead of tying yourself in knots trying to decide what to get your photographer friend, a Peak Design carrying strap is a perfect choice. After all, it'll work with any camera, looks great, and has quick-release ends so knots are a thing of the past.

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01/24/2024 09:16 pm GMT

Typhur Sous Vide Station

5.0

$999

The Typhur Sous Vide Station, a first-of-its-kind all-in-one design, offers precision temperature control for flawless cooking results. Its user-friendly features, including a large display and a connected app, make sous vide cooking more accessible than ever.

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Peak Design Tech Pouch

$59.95

Everyone can do with more storage for the dongles, cables, and other tiny peripherals of modern, interconnected life. Peak Design's tech pouches are some of the best around, with hardwearing fabrics and tons of useful inner dividers and pockets.

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01/24/2024 10:16 pm GMT

Scosche PowerUp 700 Portable Car Jump Starter

$129.99

Oh the weather outside is frightful... which means this handy jumpstarter for any car or truck will be a welcome present, and might actually get used right away. Nothing deflates holiday cheer than a flat battery after all.

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01/24/2024 08:30 pm GMT

Belkin BoostCharge Pro 3-in-1 MagSafe Wireless Charger

$148.15

Know someone with tons of Apple devices? Chances are they have a rats-nest of cables to charge them all up with. Solve their mess with this highly-rated Belkin charger that supports MagSafe and charges an iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods all at once.

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01/24/2024 08:22 pm GMT

SanDisk 1TB Extreme microSDXC UHS-I Memory Card

$97.49

With fast transfer speeds up to 190MB/s, this microSDXC card from SanDisk is perfect for applications needing speedy storage like recording 4K video, or playing video games on a portable console.

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01/26/2024 06:10 am GMT

WD_BLACK 2TB SN850 NVMe SSD for PS5 Consoles

$299.99 $183.59

Instead of getting a game for your favorite PlayStation gamer, how about getting them 2TB of speedy storage to slot into their console? That way, they can install more things and you don't have to worry if the game you buy is right for them.

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01/24/2024 08:01 pm GMT

Micron 2TB 2400 M.2 2230 NVMe PCIe

$169.95 $149.99

If you're buying for a portable console gamer or gifting a console as well, this tiny SSD is one of the most cost-effective ways of adding 2TB of storage. That's up to eight times the base storage ready to stuff full of games.

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01/24/2024 07:26 pm GMT

AMIRO R3 Turbo Facial RF Skin Tightening Device

You might have heard about microcurrent for facial toning, but this device also adds RF, IR light, and yellow light to stimulate deep rejuvenation and even tackle those under-eye bags. The gift of a youthful complexion is priceless.

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Carved Wood and Resin Case

$58.89

Carved makes unique, 1-of-1 phone cases for a wide variety of devices, making this a gift special to the person you're buying for. Pick their favorite color palette and pick up a live edge case that nobody else in the world will ever have.

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BOOX Tablet Tab Ultra C Pro

$649.99

Color e-ink tablets are fairly new, and BOOX is leading the pack with its Android-based devices. They're great for the reader on your list, and they can be used for presentations and other productivity tasks too thanks to 6GB of RAM and a speedy processor.

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01/24/2024 05:56 pm GMT

Earthworks ETHOS Streaming and Broadcasting Microphone

$399.00

This gorgeous XLR mic from Earthworks sounds every bit as good as it looks, with a neutral but still broadcast-y pickup that will make anyone's voice sound amazing. It's also great for budding musicians, as the quick response means every nuance of instruments or songs is reproduced.

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01/24/2024 05:51 pm GMT

Sennheiser Pro USB Microphone Streaming Set

$199.00

Know an aspiring streamer or someone who spends all day on Zoom? Get them this Sennheiser set with a quality USB microphone and accompanying mic arm so they can get it to the sweet spot for picking up their voice.

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01/24/2024 05:16 pm GMT

H2O Audio Tri Pro Multi-Sport Headphones

$179.99 $159.99

Know someone who spends more time in the pool than out of it? Give them these waterproof bone conduction headphones so they can soundtrack their swims.

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01/24/2024 05:10 pm GMT

Chipolo Card

$30.00

Chipolo makes some of the best Bluetooth trackers, which are able to be used on both Android and Apple devices to keep track of whatever, wherever. With up to two years of battery life, the only thing you need to remember is the smartphone used for tracking.

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01/26/2024 10:01 am GMT

KOBOTIX Real Racer RC FPS Racing Car

$149.99

This AR-enabled RC car can turn your home into a racetrack. Pop a smartphone into the headset and it'll display a FPS view from the car as it zips around your floors, perfect for hours of fun.

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01/26/2024 09:47 am GMT

Withings Scanwatch 2 38mm RG White

$363.78

Give the gift of health with ECG and AFib detection, SpO2, 24/7 temperature tracking, sleep and respiratory insights, activity tracking and more with the stylish ScanWatch 2.

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01/26/2024 08:55 am GMT

Garmin Venu 3S

$449.99

Garmin makes some of the best outdoor smartwatches, packed with maps on your wrist, fitness tracking, and the ability to take phone calls without taking your phone out from your pocket.

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01/26/2024 09:26 am GMT

Nanoleaf 4D – Immersive Lightstrip Kit

The Nanoleaf 4D TV Sync Camera and Smart Gradient Lightstrip Kit is a bias lighting system to make TVs up to 65" more immersive by extending the onscreen colors past the bezels. Lighting effects include 1D white bias, 2D dominant color, 3D multiple colors, and 4D exact match of the onscreen action.

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Steam Deck OLED

$549

The Steam Deck OLED has a slightly larger screen at 7.4 inches but the same 1280x800 resolution, HDR support, an upgraded battery at 50Wh, Wi-Fi 6E, and a new 6nm APU that should be better for battery life.

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Ekster Aluminum AirTag Wallet

$109.00

Ekster makes some of our favorite wallets, and the new range adds the ability to add an AirTag to them, so they're easier to find when misplaced. This card holder holds up to six cards with a one-button press to get them out for use.

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01/25/2024 10:10 am GMT

Victrola Stream Onyx Turntable for Sonos

$599.99

Add some analog flair to the Sonos lover in your life's system this holiday with the Stream Onyx turntable. It'll pipe 33 1/2 or 45 rpm vinyl into any Sonos device, with a high-precision cartridge to ensure audio quality.

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01/25/2024 10:40 am GMT

TCL Nxtpaper 11 Android Tablet

The TCL Nxtpaper 11 is an 11-inch Android tablet with a paper-like screen that's perfect for catching up on ebooks, movies, and more. It's got 256GB of storage capacity and a 8,000mAh battery for long battery life.

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BACKBONE One Mobile Gaming Controller

$99.99

The Backbone One is one of the best mobile gaming controllers. Get it in the Lightning port version for anyone with an iPhone 14 or earlier, or the USB-C version for Android fans or iPhone 15 users and give them the joy of physical controls for their mobile games.

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01/25/2024 08:11 am GMT

Solawave 4-in-1 Facial Wand

The Solawave 4-in-1 Radiant Renewal Skincare Wand uses red light therapy to use your skin's natural rejuvenation to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, and other blemishes. That'll be great for looking our best once the cold months pass.

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Ricoh GR IIIx Compact Digital Camera

$1,046.95

The Ricoh GR IIIx digital camera is a super-compact 24MP APS-C sensor with a fixed 40mm f/2.8 lens that's perfect for the budding nature and street photographer. Spark their creativity with this powerful, but pocketable camera.

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01/25/2024 09:00 am GMT

Ricoh C125MF Multifunction Color Laser Printer

$469.99

The Ricoh C125 MF multifunction color laser printer might not be the most glamorous gift, but you can be sure they'll appreciate how versatile it is for any home office tasks. Scan, print, fax, and copy, with up to 26ppm in full color.

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Tidbyt

Tidbyt is a retro-themed digital display that is perfect for gifting. They can use it to show the weather, stocks, low-res photos, or whatever else they can think of. It's a beautiful panacea for the glaring nature of modern notifications.

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HyperJuice 140W PD 3.1 USB-C GaN Charger With Adapters

$80.99

Got a frequent flier to buy for? This space-saving 140W charger uses GaN technology for a tiny footprint, and it comes with international adapters so they'll always be able to plug it in.

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Twelve South AirFly SE, Bluetooth Wireless Audio Transmitter

4.5

$34.99

The AirFly SE Bluetooth Transmitter is a compact, user-friendly device that bridges the gap between wired audio sources and wireless headphones. It's an essential accessory for those who find themselves crammed in a plane a lot.

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01/25/2024 11:16 am GMT

X-Chair X3 Management Office Chair

$1,459.99 $1,094.00

The X-Chair X3 is an x-cellent office chair with comfortable mesh, and a huge range of adjustments to get it to fit your body. It's also solidly built, for years of comfort.

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01/26/2024 01:17 am GMT

GVM Pro SD650B 650W Led Video Light

$999.00

Do you know someone who wants to break into YouTube or one who's a photographer on the side? They'll appreciate the gift of great lighting, and you might end up with some portrait snaps as a thank you.

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01/26/2024 07:07 am GMT

Wacom One 13 Touch Drawing Tablet

$599.95

The Wacom One 13 is a quality drawing tablet with stylus and touch capabilities for one-device designing. The best-in-class EMR battery-free pen is perfect for creatives of any age to pick up and get creating.

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01/25/2024 11:20 am GMT

HyperJuice 245W USB-C Battery Pack

$159.99

Nobody wants to run out of power for their devices, and this HyperJuice 245W battery pack will help them stay connected. It's got 27,000mAh of capacity, while being pocketable and able to charge up to four USB-C devices at once.

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Vanpowers Manidae - Powerful eMTB

$1,999

This stylish eMTB is just at home on the trails or roads, with oversized tires, disc brakes, and aggressive geometry. It's also got a hidden electric motor and battery, capable of 28 mph ride assist, for when they get tired of going up hills.

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Nixplay Digital Touch Screen Picture Frame

$189.99 $109.99

The thing about the digital age is that cherished memories live in our devices or the cloud, and not on the furniture like they used to. Change that by giving the Nixplay digital touchscreen picture frame, stuffed full of pictures of friends and family.

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01/25/2024 04:46 am GMT

Roland Bridge Cast Gaming Mixer in Ice White

$299.99

If you've got to find a gift for an aspiring livestreamer, look no further than the Roland Bridge Cast Gaming Mixer. It's got everything they need to control their stream's audio, including a powerful preamp for XLR microphones.

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01/25/2024 06:30 pm GMT

GVM LED Ring Light Kit

$89.99 $79.99

With how much time we all seem to be spending on video calls, isn't it high time to look our best? Gift the present of immaculate lighting and give them the New Year glow-up they really deserve.

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01/26/2024 07:07 am GMT

We hope we’ve helped with your holiday gifting

Those are our gifting picks for this holiday season so far, although we’ll keep on adding new items as we see them.

Check in every so often so you don’t miss the perfect gift. And if we don’t see each other before the holiday, happy holidays to you and your family from the team here at KnowTechie.

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It’s nearly the holiday season, Mariah has been woken from her slumber, and the last vestiges of Halloween decorations are coming down.

That means it’s time to start thinking about the people in your life and what they might want as gifts. While we’ve got guides for more thoughtful items, this one is about low-cost, high-reward gifts that all cost under $25.

These are all perfect gifts for the techie people in your lives. If we see anything else that catches our eye between now and the holidays proper, we’ll add them to the list so check in every so often.

The best gifts under $25

Whether you need a Secret Santa gift or want some stocking-stuffer options, KnowTechie has you covered.

Audible Gift Memberships

The Plus Catalog: the all-you-can-listen catalog, including thousands of audiobooks, podcasts, and originals. Plus, 1 credit a month good for any title in the app to keep forever, and all the best audio entertainment, all in one free app

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Ocushield Blue Light Screen Filters & Protectors

Shield your eyes and your privacy with Ocushield's Blue Light Screen Filters & Protectors. Expertly blocking harmful blue light and blacking out screens from side views, they offer a double layer of protection for the tech enthusiast. A thoughtful gift for the digital age.

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Apple EarPods Headphones with USB-C

$19.00 $17.98

EarPods with USB-C are an inexpensive way to give a piece of Apple this year, that's more interesting than the expensive polishing cloth. They're great stocking stuffers, or just as a second pair of 'buds for the gym.

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01/25/2024 11:16 am GMT

Beanie With a Light

$21.99 $17.99

What's better at the holidays than a warm, useful hat? How about a hat with an integrated, rechargeable LED light so you they can stay warm and see where they're going when the days grow short.

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01/25/2024 08:11 am GMT

CuberShop Moyu Speed Cube

$12.99 $11.99

Everyone had a Rubik's Cube growing up, so tie into that nostalgia while you're picking out gifts this year and get this great speed cube from Moyu. It's made with magnets for a smoother solve than traditional cubes, and will get their brains working overtime.

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01/25/2024 08:22 am GMT

Anker 313 Wireless Charger

$19.99 $15.98

Everyone can do with another spare charger, especially if that charger allows them to wirelessly charge without having to fumble with cable plugs. This stylish charger from Anker is both affordable and able to charge Galaxy devices at 10W and all other at 5W.

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01/25/2024 04:19 am GMT

Koss KSC32i GRY Sport Clip Headphones

$19.99

If you're buying for a runner or exercise nut, these Koss earbuds with over-ear hooks are a perfect small gift that they'll appreciate every time they lace their sneakers.

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01/25/2024 08:30 am GMT

Gamer Grip

$13.95

This multi-purpose grip gel stops sweat on contact, so whether you're in the sweatiest CoD lobby or shooting some hoops at the park, you won't have to worry about your grip.

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01/25/2024 08:11 am GMT

Cordbrick

$22.97

Useful knickknacks are great as affordable gifts, and Cordbrick is as useful as it comes. It'll stop charging cords from sliding off a desk, or hold a phone at a viewable angle, or use it as a cable tidy while traveling.

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01/25/2024 08:07 am GMT

ESR Charger for Magsafe

$19.99

Everyone with an iPhone could do with an extra charger, especially if they've recently upgraded to the USB-C iPhone 15 series. This MagSafe-compatible charger is perfect for fuss-free charging, and comes in multiple colors.

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01/25/2024 08:01 am GMT

iFixit Moray Driver Kit

$19.95

Everyone can do with a precision set of screwdrivers, and this iFixit kit is one of the best. It's got the most common tips needed for small electronics, and even a SIM card ejector that's part of the screwdriver handle so you won't lose it.

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01/25/2024 08:01 am GMT

JLab Go Air True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds

$30.00 $19.99

Earbuds are a great gift, and these JLab Go Air are small enough to fit into cute gift boxes while staying under the limit for most Secret Santa exchanges. Oh, and they sound pretty good too.

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01/25/2024 08:01 am GMT

Lexar E-Series 128GB Micro SD Card 2 Pack

$22.99

Remember when large capacity MicroSD cards where prohibitively expensive? We can, which is why we're amazed that you can get a two pack of 128GB MicroSD cards to stuff in someone's stocking this holiday at this price.

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01/25/2024 07:57 am GMT

elago W4 Apple Watch Stand

$13.99

Give the Apple Watch wearer in your life the gift of a quirky stand to adorn their desk, nightstand, or wherever else they have their charger.

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01/25/2024 07:57 am GMT

CrunchCup

$29.95 $25.99

The CrunchCup solves one of humankind's longest running questions: how can I eat cereal all day, every day? With a two-part container that keeps the cereal and milk separated until you want to eat, of course!

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Gift Cards

If you can’t decide what to get them, the safe option is always to get a gift card. That could be for their favorite gaming console to get a new game, or a general-purpose one from Amazon or another big retailer.

Just remember a couple of things. First, modern games start at $70, so if you intend it to be instead of a game, that’s the monetary value you should aim for.

And you might want to jazz up the gift, like inside this gift card snowglobe (don’t worry the card won’t touch the liquid inside).

$70 Xbox Gift Card [Digital Code]	PlayStation Sony Store Gift Card	$70 Nintendo eShop Gift Card [Digital Code]	Steam Gift Card - $50
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3.5

$70.00

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3.5

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3.5

$70.00

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Steam Gift Card - $50

3.5

$64.91

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Those are our top gifting picks for this holiday season, and we’re continuously updating our selection with new items as we come across them.

However, if you’re still in search of more products, we have a wide variety that we couldn’t include in our list of the best Holiday Gift Ideas under $25 below.

READ MORE: KnowTechie’s Best Holiday Gift Guide under $25

For even more gift ideas, be sure to visit KnowTechie’s Best Holiday Gift Guide under $25. Make sure to check back regularly so you don’t miss out on finding the perfect gift.

And if we don’t have another chance to connect before the holidays, the team here at KnowTechie wishes you and your family a joyful holiday season

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You’ll go broke trying to keep everyone happy, so here are some of our favorite low-cost tech gifts so you can keep on giving without giving up.

All of the things on this list have been carefully curated by the KnowTechie staff, either from prior reviews or from extensive research into what people on sites like Reddit and Twitter have been raving about.

Mainly, it’s a lot of stuff we wouldn’t mind being gifted ourselves. Some are useful, some not so much, but they’re all going to turn the holiday cheer up to 11.

Here are some of the best affordable tech gifts you can give

All-new Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen, 2023 release) Kids

$99.99

The Echo Show 5 is perfect to gift to a little inquisitive mind, as they can then ask Alexa all their pressing questions, leaving you in peace and quiet. It also comes with a year of Amazon Kids+ for plenty of age-appropriate content and games.

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01/25/2024 09:20 am GMT

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Twelve South AirFly SE, Bluetooth Wireless Audio Transmitter

$34.99

The AirFly SE Bluetooth Transmitter is a compact, user-friendly device that bridges the gap between wired audio sources and wireless headphones. It's an essential accessory for those who find themselves crammed in a plane a lot.

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01/25/2024 11:16 am GMT

NOMADIQ 100W USB-C GaN Charger

$44.99

Nobody wants to get caught short without enough charging power during the holidays. Be their savior with this affordable multi-device charging brick that uses GaN technology to make it smaller.

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01/25/2024 09:20 am GMT

All-New Echo Dot (5th Gen, 2022 release)

$49.99

The All-New Echo Dot (5th Gen, 2022 release) is a compact smart speaker that combines improved audio performance with a sleek design. It offers enhanced Alexa functionality and energy-efficient operations, providing a balanced blend of entertainment and utility.

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01/26/2024 07:40 am GMT

Roku Express 4K+

$24.97

The Roku Express 4K+ makes a great stocking stuffer, with the ability to stream UHD 4K content in HDR, from a fast Wi-Fi connection that's perfect for catching up on holiday shows.

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8Bitdo SN30 Pro Wireless Bluetooth Controller

$45.99

If you know a retro game fan, chances are they'll appreciate the retro feel of this 8Bitdo controller which is compatible with the Switch, most portable gaming consoles, and PCs. It looks like a classic SNES controller but with added joysticks, Bluetooth, motion controls, and more.

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01/25/2024 07:37 am GMT

Apple AirTags

Apple's AirTags are a great way to keep up with your valuables. They work practically anywhere and work with Apple's Find My app.

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Tamagotchi Original - Neon & Pop

$36.98

Feed the nostalgic itch this year with the perfect millennial gift, a Tamagotchi. It's a quick and quirky gift for younger people too, so they can discover the retro feel of keeping a digital pet fed and happy.

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01/25/2024 05:32 am GMT

Echo Dot Kids (5th Gen, 2022 release)

$59.99

The Echo Dot Kids comes with all the powers of Alexa, packaged in a kid-friendly smart speaker with robust parental controls to keep your littles safe. Alexa's voice can be changed to sound like an owl or a dragon, and she has character-inspired songs, jokes and greetings to go along with the silly voices.

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01/26/2024 07:46 am GMT

Govee Christmas Lights (66ft)

$89.99

The Govee Christmas Lights offer customizable lighting with 16 million colors, a music sync feature, and durable, waterproof design suitable for various festive occasions.

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01/25/2024 05:31 am GMT

Chromecast with Google TV (4K)

$19.99 $29.99

Chromecast with Google TV lets you stream your favorite content from your phone to your TV. The built-in Google TV interface provides an easy-to-use interface for accessing all your streaming services in one place.

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01/20/2024 01:11 am GMT

Sphero Mini Soccer: App-Enabled Robot Ball

$49.99

Sphero makes some of the best edutech for gifting, including this soccer themed robotic ball that can take free kicks or be programmed to dribble around cones and more. Perfect for keeping the kiddo entertained til dinnertime.

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01/25/2024 09:20 am GMT

8BitDo Pro 2 Bluetooth Controller

$49.99

If you're getting a little something for a retro gamer, or any kind of other gamer tbh, this classic controller from 8BitDo is perfect to wrap up for them. It's got Bluetooth and an internal battery, so can be used on almost anything so you don't have to worry about which console they own.

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01/25/2024 05:38 am GMT

Clocky Alarm Clock on Wheels

$39.99 $29.99

Waking up in the morning is tough for almost anyone. If you know a snoozer, buy them this fantastic alarm clock on wheels, that drives away from you when the alarm goes off, forcing you out of bed to chase it down.

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01/25/2024 05:32 am GMT

Fire TV Stick with Alexa Voice Remote - HD Streaming

$39.99

This Fire TV model is 50% more powerful than the Lite version, meaning you get snappier responses as you scroll through your favorite shows and apps.

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01/25/2024 03:47 am GMT

Audible Gift Memberships

$45 for a three month subscription

Audible is still the best name in audiobooks, and is the perfect gift for someone who already has everything or prefers their written entertainment to be read to them. It's also perfect for the fitness-minded, so they can zone out with a good audiobook on their daily runs.

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Valentine’s Day is upon us. And as always, we’re here to help you level up your gift game and make this holiday one to remember or forget, depending on your situation. No judgment.

Whether you’re looking to surprise your significant other with something sweet and sentimental or want to help them geek out with the latest and greatest tech, we’ve got you covered.

From smart home devices that will make your home feel like a cozy love nest to gaming accessories that will make game night even more fun, we’ve got a gift for every type of tech lover.

And, of course, Bob and Brad massage guns. Lots of Bob and Brad massage guns. Because, hey, they sponsored this post and help keep our lights on.

These massage guns are the perfect way to show your love and help your sweetheart unwind after a long day. Not to mention, you can sneak away your own sessions when your partner isn’t looking too.

Alright, ready to jump in? Let’s get nasty.

And there you have it, folks, the Valentine’s Day gift guide from KnowTechie, guaranteed to make Cupid green with envy. If not Cupid, you can expect someone else’s significant other to be jealous.

From tech toys to wellness wizardry, we’ve covered you like a warm blanket on a chilly day.

Whether you’re looking to spoil your sweetheart with the latest tech treats or show your love with a thoughtful and quirky present, our guide has something for everyone.

So, make this Valentine’s Day one to remember. Happy shopping, lovebirds.

Have any thoughts on this? Drop us a line below in the comments, or carry the discussion over to our Twitter or Facebook.

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With our modern work lives, we could all do with getting more exercise. The thing is, not everyone likes to go to the gym, even when they do care about their personal fitness.

What if we could make exercise more fun, easier, or simply more productive? How about getting the right mix of nutrients to power your workout without nasty additives?

The tech world hasn’t slept on trying to improve fitness tech, and some of the stuff you can get now is just what you need to turn your homebody into a gymbody.

The best next-gen fitness tech you can buy

Get fit the KnowTechie way with this list of some of the best fitness tech you can get right now:

Withings Body Comp scale

If you can measure it, you can improve it, and Withings has you covered. The Body Comp measures weight, body fat, and water percentage.

Many scales can do that, but the Body Comp also measures muscle, bone mass, and visceral fat. It can also estimate your cardiovascular health, your standing heart rate, and more.

With the app, you can track your nutrition, get weather forecasts before you go for a run, and it can recognize up to eight users automatically.

Hidrate Spark PRO smart water bottle

Hydration can be crucial to performance, recovery, and everything in between. Never forget to drink your H2O with the Hidrate Spark Pro.

The double-wall construction keeps your drinks cold or hot for hours, and the RGB puck pulses to remind you to chug down some liquids.

The best thing is that you can choose from chug, straw, and tumbler-style lids.

Beast Blender hydration system

Blenders for protein shakes, supergreen smoothies, and other nutritious drinks are everywhere, but most are either plastic or downright ugly. Put a stylish smile on your face with the Beast Blender system.

You get a smart, quiet blender attachment and two sizes of glass blend bottles. It also comes with a glass drinking bottle with a removable infuser so you can put a flavor twist into your hydration.

Lumen Tracker

We all know the old adage, “Garbage in, garbage out.” We know what we’re putting into our bodies, but what about the rest?

Lumen’s breath-analyzing sensor gauges your metabolic function, so you know you’re at peak performance.

The algorithms inside the app help you with improving your metabolism. That leads to better eating habits, healthier moods, and energy levels.

Therabody PowerDot 2.0 duo

Going hard in the gym is only one aspect of overall health — recovery can be just as important.

The PowerDot 2.0 Duo is a pair of electric stimulator pads that can reduce recovery, improve performance, and relieve pain.

It’s an FDA-Cleared II Medical Device and uses the principles of NMES and TENS to kickstart recovery or extend training. It’s also HSA and FSA eligible, so you can use your tax-free health accounts to purchase one.

Apple Watch Series 8

While many fitness trackers are on the market, only one is made by Apple. You get blood oxygen and pulse sensors, temperature checks, an inbuilt ECG, and sleep tracking.

You also get deep integration into Health, Fitness+ for on-wrist workouts, and most of the leading fitness apps. Many larger connected fitness machines can also use the Apple Watch as a heart rate monitor.

Tempo Move

Tempo’s newest connected fitness device, Move, is a cabinet that takes the place of a personal trainer.

Plug in your iPhone and fire up the app to get real-time form feedback on the exercises you’re sweating through.

The app tracks the smart weight system, so it always knows how much resistance you’re using. It’ll recommend weight changes based on your form and progress and set realistic goals to hit.

Nix Biosensor

The generally accepted amount of water you should drink when exercising is 7 to 10 ounces every 10 to 20 minutes. That’s a guideline, but do you know exactly how hydrated you are?

Nix’s hydration biosensor sticks onto your skin, testing your hydration levels continuously.

You’ll get notifications on your phone or watch to “tell you when, what, and how much to drink,” so you’re always optimally hydrated.

Playpulse One

Gamification can improve your chances of success, something that Playpulse is banking on. Its take on home fitness is an exercise bike combined with a video game console.

The gaming bike has a 24-inch touchscreen and controllers built into the handlebar. Those can measure your heart rate while you pedal along.

You can play games like bumper cars or capture the flag with tanks, and get fit at the same time. We just hope it gets Xbox Cloud streaming in the future.

Ladder supplements

To get the most out of your workouts, you need to feed your body the necessary building blocks of nutrition. LeBron James co-founded Ladder to serve up NSF-certified supplements that could be taken daily.

Choose from pre-workout, hydration, super greens, and protein shakes in plant-based and whey-based formulations. That will give your body all the juice it needs, naturally, safely, and most importantly — tastily.

Soylent

Fitness tech isn’t just hardware. Nutrition science has expanded lately, and the forerunner of the meal replacement category, Soylent, knows a thing or two about not skipping meals.

You get 20g of plant protein per serving, 28 vitamins and minerals, slow-burning carbs, and only 1g of sugar. That’s it. No nuts, no dairy, no gluten, and 400 calories that will fill you up when you’d otherwise reach for a salty snack.

After all, you’re spending all that time in the gym. You don’t want to have all that hard work sabotaged by a cheat meal.

The best fitness tech can only go so far

Even the most advanced fitness technology is only as good as your motivation. Sure, some of them can remind you to work out, but you still have to put the work in.

The day that you can sit on your couch and get fit is still a ways off in the future. Until then, you’ll have to be content with being able to track your workout and biorhythm data.

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While our selection looks at the usual gadgets and smartphones, we’ve also included some out-of-the-box ideas. 

From the best mechanical keyboards and tablets to the year’s hottest streaming services, there’s something here for everyone on your shopping list. 

We’ll break down each category for quick access in the sidebar, or you can scroll through the categories below if you feel like browsing.

No matter who you’re shopping for, something here is sure to please everyone on your list. Happy holidays!

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Everyone else at KnowTechie is either old (Curtis), too busy posting dad jokes in the Slack chat (Joe), or simply confused much of the time (Kevin), so I’ve been tasked with making a list of meme gifts that you can give to the loved ones in your life.

Now, much like memes, I can’t promise you these will still make good gifts come the holiday season, but you can always gift early. Because if there is anything worse than a meme, it’s a stale meme.

The best meme merch you can buy this holiday season

That damn cat

This meme made a splash and then saw a big reemergence in the last few weeks. If you have a friend like this cat, this shirt will make you a favorite at the Friendsgiving party or office holiday party. Or buy it for yourself, like the true angry cat you are.

Take the cat to the next level

If you really want to drip, then matching meme sweaters is a statement like five of you reading this can probably pull off. That damn cat is back again, but this time you can cop matching tacky sweaters that show the full meme.

Truly next level.

*surprised Pikachu face*

This one is an instant classic and one I’m sure the people over on Meme Economy are happy they invested in. This Surprised Pikachu Face lapel pin will only set you back $11. If you want to give more than one enamel lapel pin, Kermit and Knuckles are both solid second purchases.

Sometimes you just have to YEET it

A popular phrase amongst the youth and streamers, YEET is a popular phrase for a variety of circumstances. This YEET button is perfect for the next time you want to announce to your office mates that you are about to miss a long throw into the wastebasket or to almost any gamer who plays online games.

You could also go with a more classic version of the OG meme.

Harold is everlasting

Unlike many memes that will spend a couple weeks or months in the spotlight, Harold is everlasting, much like my love for him. If you want to give someone a truly amazing gift, Harold is always the answer and this puzzle is a masterpiece.

Ok, Boomer

This meme spread insanely quickly and is already wearing out its welcome, but if you have a friend that can’t get enough of the phrase, this T-shirt is a solid gift option. Styled in the OG Nintendo lettering, let an old person know how little you care about their opinion with this shirt.

This isn’t a meme, it’s just a lifestyle

Kevin doesn’t pay me, so many of my meals involve interesting takes on classic ramen packs. I would buy this Ramen hoodie for myself, but again, Kevin doesn’t pay me.

This also isn’t a meme, but it’s iconic

Did y’all hear that Nicholas Cage is about to star in a movie about Nicholas Cage where Nicholas Cage talks to a younger Nicolas Cage? This is real life.

Also, this is a pillow with Nicholas Cage on it. Bless someone’s home with it this holiday season.

Idk if it’s still a meme, but these fingers are…something

Want to let someone know they are 👌👌👌 😩😩😩? Want to absolutely dominate the circle game? These tiny fingers will do all those things and literally nothing else.

bUt WhAt If YoU tYpEd LiKe ThIs

It’s an older meme, but it checks out. Want to end an argument in the most immature way possible? Then this figurine is for you. Surprisingly, this is an actual Nintendo product, so expect the quality to be top-notch.

Sure, there’s a ton of things we probably could have included in this list, but give us a break, we’re human. We miss things! Rest assured, if there’s something you need that’s not on this list, our friends over at RushOrderTees should help fill the void.

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The latest recommendations are for forgoing the traditional large scale family gathering; because nobody wants to turn their festive get together into a superspreader event.

That means this year will likely be conducted over small meals and Zoom, so at least you can just turn off people’s video feeds if you find you can’t bear to look at them anymore.

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It also means it’s a prime time to catch up on your gaming backlog, whether that’s playing games on the latest generation of consoles, or getting your online raid team back together for the new Destiny 2 DLC.

Since you won’t be traveling, you’ll have a bit more cash to spend, so treat yourself to something that’ll make your gaming time better.

Here’s our recipe for gaming together this holiday season

Whether you’re hunkering down with your COVID pod, or planning to play online with your buddies, get some gaming done this holiday season with our top picks.

The Wonderful 101 Remastered ($30)

What’s better than an extended family gathering with everyone you barely talk to the rest of the year? Gaming, with over 100 unique heroes to switch between, that’s what. The Wonderful 101: Remastered lets you travel the world to repel the alien invaders, so you can see faraway places without having to expose yourself to germs! And because it’s on Nintendo Switch, all of that teamwork power is in the palms of your hands. Nice.

Death Stranding ($30)

Let me set the stage. It’s the future, society is fragmented under the weight of some kind of invading plague. The only thing keeping the country connected is a private company that may or may not have evolved from the post office. No, it’s not that movie with Kevin Costner, and no, it’s not actually real life, although it does sound pretty close to how 2020 has transpired. Step into the shoes of Sam Porter Bridges, and reunite these un-United States.

GSP 670 from Epos Gaming ($320)

Gaming with your friends deserves a good headset, both so you can hear them and so they can hear you. I mean, if you can’t hear their insults, how do you know they’re your friends? Skip the potential tripping hazard of wired headsets with the Sennheiser EPOS GSP 670 wireless gaming headset, with all of the quality you’d expect from Sennheiser, in a lossless wireless connection that supports 7.1 sound and has a broadcast-quality microphone.

Astro Gaming A20 wireless headset Gen 2 ($120)

The new consoles are here, and so are new peripherals to go with them. If someone on your gifting list has one of the new consoles, the Gen 2 Astro A20 is a great gift. It’s color-matched to the console, has solid wireless thanks to the 2.4GHz connection, and has a flip-to-mute microphone because nobody wants to hear you eating. 15 hours of battery life should get them through even the longest gaming sessions, and it charges via USB-C.

Logitech G PRO X wireless headset ($200)

The worst thing about most wireless headsets is that they’re often heavier than their wired counterparts. Not so with the Logitech G Pro X, which is light and comfortable enough to wear for long periods. It comes with a pro level removable microphone that’s got Blue Vo!ce filters so they can get the best out of their voice, and the 50mm drivers will make them hear every enemy footstep.

PNY m.2 NVMe drives (varies)

Games are getting larger and larger, so maybe stuff someone’s stocking with a new NVME drive, so they can play the latest games without worrying about load times. This PCIe Gen 3 drive from PNY boasts 3,500 MB/s read speeds and 3,000 MB/s write speeds, perfect for those demanding titles. Just an FYI, it won’t work in the PlayStation 5, as Sony wants a much faster drive, and hasn’t even enabled the adding of more storage at this time.

Hisense H9G Quantum Dot 4K Android TV ($699)

Get yourself a new TV to pair with your next-gen console, like this stunner from Hisense. It’s got 55-inches of fun, with quantum dot film for superb color accuracy, Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, and a built-in Chromecast so you can get Google to control your TV with just your voice. 1000 nits of local peak brightness give you the best HDR experience, and the 120Hz native refresh rate is perfect for the Xbox Series X or PlayStation 5.

LG 55-inch Class CX Series OLED 4K ($1,399)

LG’s OLED range used to be out of the price tag of many, but with a hefty price cut that seems to be sticking, the CX range has become easier to own than ever. OLED gives the screen control over every pixel, so just like on your smartphone, the TV can show you the brightest whites or the darkest blacks. It has support for Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG, Dolby Atmos for superb sound, and LG’s webOS smart platform is one of the best to use. Cast from your Apple devices, marvel at the 120Hz refresh rate with Nvidia G-sync variable refresh rate support (that also works with the new consoles), and enjoy all of your content in crisp 4K.

Konka 50-inch QLED 4K TV ($399)

Konka might not be a name you’ve seen before, but they’re one of the top five TV brands in China, and now they’re available here. You’ll get all of the quantum dot goodness, just at a much lower price than the established western brands. Nice. This set’s smart features are powered by Android TV, for access to the entire Google Play Store, and built-in Google Assistant for hands-free navigation.

Enclave CineHome II Wireless 5.1 Home Theater Surround Sound ($999)

The best part of having a killer TV setup is surround sound, with Dolby goodness immersing you in glorious noise. The worst part about surround sound? Wires. Tons of wires. Enclave does away with the messy wires by making every speaker wireless, so all you need to do is find some wall sockets to power them. Plug your TV into the CineHub transmitter, and all of the surround sound goodness will get sent to the correct speaker. It’s also got Bluetooth 5.0, so you can cast your favorite music from your mobile device, never having to touch a button again. No mess, no fuss, just great sound.

Arcade1Up NBA JAM arcade cabinet ($490)

Get yourself the authentic video arcade experience from the comfort of home, with Arcade1Up’s officially licensed cabinet replicas. Like this one, which has NBA JAM, NBA Hangtime, and NBA JAM Tournament Edition inside, with four sets of controls for some multiplayer mayhem. The 17-inch LCD display replicates the real thing, all wrapped in a replica marquee with the original game art on it. That’ll look amazing in the entertainment room.

Replicade arcade machines (Varies)

If you like your gaming with a side of retro goodness, but don’t have space for a full-sized arcade cabinet, how about putting a whole damn arcade onto your desk? Yes, we said onto, because the Replicade Arcade cabinets from New Wave Toys are 1/6th scale models of the real thing. They’re loaded with classics like Centipede, Street Fighter II, or Asteroids, and even come with scale quarters so you can replicate the whole arcade experience. Well, except for the sticky carpets.

Shadow Tech

Not everyone has a powerful gaming PC, but almost everyone has a mobile device, right? Put your gaming PC in the cloud, with Shadow. The service gives you a virtual desktop with dedicated system resources, and a Windows 10 install so you can game on any device. All you have to provide are the games, which you can get from any of the usual Windows game storefronts. I’ve been using this for a couple of weeks now, and it feels just like using my desktop, while I’m laid on the couch using my iPhone. It’s really pretty impressive and brings gaming to more screens than ever since all the heavy lifting is done in the cloud.

They recently added new tiers for Ray-Tracing support, so even the latest titles can be played in stunning visual fidelity. Perfect for the holiday season, to stop arguments over who gets to use the new gaming console first.

Creative Labs Stage V2 ($119)

It’s been said that good audio is also good gaming audio, so why risk it with a lesser-known brand? Creative has been at the top of the gaming audio market since its inception, and the Stage V2 soundbar with subwoofer continues in that proud tradition. Surround sound and clear dialog are a must for almost any content, whether it’s the latest games or kicking your feet up with a good movie.

If you prefer your gaming audio to be more intimate, the G3 external gaming DAC/AMP might be a good fit. It’s got USB-C so it works with your Nintendo Switch, and brings Creative’s surround sound tech to the party.

Glorious Gaming peripherals

We’ve followed Glorious from their first device, the GMMK, and they’ve gone from strength to strength. Some of the best gaming peripherals on the market have been put out by them, from the Model O and Model D mice, and the new Model O wireless; and you can now get mechanical keyswitches, mousepads, and more. The latest hotness is the GMMK Pro, which brings some of the high-end keyboard features from short-run group buys into the mainstream, like gasket-mount, and rotary encoders.

mClassic

If you’ve been trying to use your Nintendo Switch on your crisp, 4K TV, and been disappointed with the image quality, you need the mClassic. This little magical dongle plugs in between your console and the TV, and intelligently upscales the content, sharpening up the image and removing jaggies. Your games will never look better.

Movo VXR10-PRO mic

A good microphone makes all the difference between your teammates being able to hear your callouts or you losing because you sound like you’re shouting through a tunnel. If you don’t want a headset mic, try using a pro mic that’s designed to pick up your voice from distance, like this VXR10-Pro from Movo. It’s got a 3.5mm TRS or TRRS connection so you can use it with your consoles, and it’ll beat most headset mics for clarity. You’ll need a small tripod with a hotshoe mount, like this one, to hold it steady. It’ll also work with your smartphone, so you can start creating your own content.

Now you’ve got some ideas for making your gaming holiday memorable. Stay safe out there, wear your mask when outside, and wash your damn hands.

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Gift giving, at its core, is a selfish endeavor. It’s a way to satisfy our own desire to be showered with empty praise and platitudes. While handmade gifts and odd but meaningful gifts throughout the year carve a different tone out of the gift turkey, piling on a bunch of crap on one specified day is just empty consumerism disguised as caring.

It’s bullshit. Your gifts are bullshit. If you care about someone, you’ll gift them whenever the urge strikes throughout the year and the gift will be meaningful. But most people haven’t reached that level of thought consciousness and prefer to load up our laps with junk on one or two days a year. If you got any of these gifts this year, you know no one really gives a sweet crap about your existence and are just looking for rough-handed coddling of their ego through shoddily wrapped things.

Facebook Portal

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Are you fucking kidding me? Facebook is to privacy what pecan is to pie — 100% trash. It’s the Star Wars: Episode II of smart home devices. If you received a Facebook Portal as a gift, it means that someone hates you with the fire of 1000 suns and wants your life to be another tempting piece of taffy for Silicon Valley data farmers to pick at like vultures over an armadillo corpse.

Fitbit

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Google recently purchased Fitbit, but that doesn’t change what is being said when you receive one as a gift. A Fitbit as a gift says: “I know I said you look great when I walked in the door, but in reality you are an unhealthy looking slob monster who brings shame upon my golden abductor muscles I wish I had because in reality, I’m projecting. Hold me.” A Fitbit is only an acceptable gift for someone who is on their feet all day, so you can remind them of how much that sucks by tracking it.

Apple iTunes Gift Cards

Possibly the laziest gift in the universe is gift cards. Gift cards are what you give your employees instead of holiday bonuses. Giving them to loved one or family sends a clear message that these people are nothing more than a hindrance to your existence. Not to mention that iTunes is dead. So if you received an iTunes gift card from someone this holiday season, you have explicit permission to mail it back to them in a box of excrement.

Any Bluetooth earbuds

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Unless someone says to you, “please get me Bluetooth earbuds”, never buy headphones as a gift. Everyone has their personal preference when it comes to headphones, and right now for a lot of people it’s Airpods. While Airpod use is not about comfort (tis about status), most headphone users don’t want your slimy brain imagining the shape they like in their ears. And that shape will never be your craggled, yet oddly well-lotioned finger.

Weird USB Gifts

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Get the fuck outta here with this crap. I hate you. This stuff isn’t even good enough for gag gifts at the office Christmas party. Janice might be drunk as shit and hitting on the printer, but even she wouldn’t want a USB Disco Ball, USB Clock Fan or a USB Salt Lamp. The worst one though? The USB Wacky Waving Tube Guy. If you gift this, you deserve to be punched. If you have this on your desk at work, everyone hates you and you’ve already leaned into that realization.

A refurbished Chromebook

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Sure, I needed a paperweight, thanks. Chromebooks are great computers, for about six months. Then they are outmoded pieces of plastic that have little use outside of drink coasters. You can always find a cheap Chromebook so a used Chromebook as a gift is a clear insult. A kid wouldn’t notice, but as soon as they attempt to write their thesis on the existence of Santa versus modern sensibilities toward imaginary beings in Google Docs, the Chromebook will find itself in shards embedded in the drywall.

Digital Photo Frame

Even your grandparents have smartphones now, even if they poke at them like they are mixing a cube of ice into a glass of scotch. They don’t need a digital photo frame when they are already trolling Facebook all day and you can’t seem to stop posting pics of your unique flowers you call your offspring. A digital photo frame is so 2007. If you really want to gift someone the gift of viewing photos, get them a Pornhub Premium subscription. It’s better than looking at people you secretly abhor.

Did you get any shitty tech gifts this year? Have any thoughts on this? Let us know down below in the comments or carry the discussion over to our Twitter or Facebook.

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