With the holidays fast approaching, you're likely racking your brain for gifts that will be well-loved and often used — and that can be woefully difficult work. When considering your options, remember the one gift category that never disappoints: tech.
Thing is, electronics typically require you to splurge. And while it can be a ton of fun to watch a loved one explode with glee while they unwrap your special gift, there's nothing fun about the credit card statement you get a few weeks later. But it doesn't have to be that way. If you want to wow your friends and family with premium tech gifts and be mindful of your budget, head to Walmart, where you're guaranteed to get the best price out there.
From state-of-the-art headphones to top-selling mug warmers to a smart bird feeder, there are tons of splurge-worthy gadgets that are bound to please anyone on your list. The 15 finds below are all but guaranteed to certify you as the family’s ace gift giver.
Whether your giftee loves to push the limits at the gym or battles chronic pain, the Theragun Mini is a top-trending tech device that delivers three speeds of percussive massage therapy. Compact and lightweight, it'll reduce tension, stress and soreness. It even connects to the brand's app to help them get the most out of their new favorite tech gadget.
A record player is both a top tech gift and a sublime retro pleasure, and Audio-Technica is a longtime leader in quality turntables, with this unit in particular a top pick. Whether your loved one is new to the world of LPs or needs a component upgrade, this one's a cinch to use and provides years of rich, vibrant sound. Bonus: It features Bluetooth connectivity, enabling you to cast sound to wireless earbuds or speakers.
Video doorbells like the Nest give the gift of security and peace of mind. This battery-powered smart model allows them to answer their doorbell from anywhere via an app. High-def video gives them a crystal clear view of their front door while three hours of free playback lets them review missed notifications. With no wires, it’s an easy DIY install.
Even the biggest earbud devotee is likely to switch their allegiance when they find these under the tree. These cans pump out immersive, theater-like sound and feature two listening modes: Active Noise Cancellation, which blocks outside noise, and Transparency mode, which lets it in. A single charge will give them up to 20 hours of continuous sound.
Here's how to make the movie buff in your life your biggest fan. Weighing under two pounds, this small-but-mighty projector has built-in 360-degree sound for a full viewing experience. The optimal screen size is from 30-inches to 100-inches, giving them lots of flexibility depending on their space. It, of course, connects to streaming and gaming platforms, replacing any need for a physical television. Featuring auto-leveling and auto-focus, it’s easy to set up — just point at a blank surface and enjoy.
If you have a java lover on your list, give them the gift of perpetually hot coffee. This'll keep their drink warm for 80 minutes — or all day on the included charging coaster. Though high-tech, it’s also surprisingly easy — and safe — to clean by hand. With an overall 4.5-star rating and more than 12,600 rave reviews, it's truly a present to rem-Ember. Heh.
The newest version of the beloved fitness tracker has a roomy screen but a thinner and lighter feel. It's water-resistant and delivers countless fitness and health tracking metrics, including sleep sensors, heart rate monitoring and activity readings. And oh yeah: Your loved one can also use it to answer texts and calls and listen to music. When you need to juice up, the fast-charging function brings the battery up to 80% in just 30 minutes.
As esteemed big-time audio brands go, Marshall is hard to top. Waterproof, dust-proof and extra durable, this indoor-outdoor speaker promises 360-degree true stereophonic sound. Their Spotify playlist never sounded so good. Rock on!
Available in sunny yellow, deep blue or this gorgeous turquoise, this handheld mini-console is sleek and lightweight but powerful enough for plenty of on-the-go play. Back home, your gamer giftee can connect it to another Switch to play multiplayer games with friends.
This four-slice touchscreen toaster allows even the most finicky morning muncher to customize its input (e.g., for toast, waffles, bagels, english muffins) and select the level of "done-ness" for a perfect start to their day. It brings smart tech to the table too, not to mention defrost and reheat functions. Seriously, snapping up one of these will be bread well spent.
Gift your special someone years and years of driving security with this voice-controlled windshield camera that will automatically record any on-the-road mishaps. It’s ultra-compact yet takes in a 140-degree viewing field and produces high-quality video day or night.
"A super-unique gift, this will let your loved one keep their feathered friends fed while also getting a front-row seat to their daily comings and goings. Thanks to continuous solar charging, it transmits bird-visit notifications, takes photos and can even identify them by species. Amazingly, it will actually name frequent, er, flyers and the app will recognize them the next time they come by for a snack.
We did say that tech gifting means splurging, right? Simply put, this a home-decor lover’s dream. Combining state-of-the-art video with impeccable style, the Frame is famed for masquerading as a piece of art when not in use. Samsung's Art Store provides access to more than 2,500 pieces from every genre to customize the screen, or the user can upload their own photos. It features an anti-reflection matte display for glare-free viewing day or night and comes with built-in 3D sound.
Canon has been an industry leader in top-notch photographic equipment for the better part of a century, and the Rebel T100 is one of the most celebrated pieces in its arsenal. It has intelligent auto features, allowing even the greenest shutterbugs to simply point and shoot for great results. Even advanced lensmen (lenspeople?) will appreciate its ability to shoot video at 3.0 frames per second. Built-in Wi-Fi connectivity, means your loved one can instantly transfer photos and video to their smartphone for immediate sharing. Come gift-giving time, we hope you'll be ready for your closeup!
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