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Favorite earphones this year
Apple AirPods 4
In our opinion, hidden among all of Apple’s other releases was one of the company’s best releases in a long, long time. The AirPods 4 are a masterclass in adding noise canceling to Apple’s lowest-end earbuds. If you don’t like the rubbery ear tips that come with most high-end earbuds, or just want something simple for your workouts, Apple’s new AirPods 4 are the way to go this year.
Portable projector perfect as a gift
Xgimi MoGo 3 Pro
There are many portable projectors on the market, but most of their problems lie in the user interface. Xgimi actually fixed this problem by licensing Google TV for the MoGo 3 Pro. The result is a portable projector that works seamlessly. Netflix, Disney, and Max are all available with a simple login process.
This is great for parents with young children. You can have a movie night wherever you go.
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BEST ADVENTURE TECH GIFT
Kodak Picpro WPZ2
Maybe it’s just my friends, but I’m seeing two trends on Instagram. First of all, everyone is obsessed with digital cameras these days. It’s easier to use than film, but a great alternative to overly fancy cell phone camera photography. The second thing is that everyone is getting outside more.
If this sounds like Anyone The rugged Kodak Pixpro makes a fun little gift to add to your list. You can take it anywhere, from the slopes to whitewater rafting. It rarely breaks and is perfect for point-and-shoot amateur photographers.
Best technology for teens
HP Sprocket Smartphone 2″x3″ Printer
If you have teenagers in your family, buy them this little HP printer that turns photos from your phone’s camera into Polaroids. The kids are already interested in all things analog, but I’m hoping this will really start their obsession with physical media.
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best swimming goggles
Foam Smart Swim 2 Goggles
These may not be ideal for your brother who swam in college. But what about your husband who swims laps at the YMCA for low-impact cardio? Oh baby, this is awesome. The Form Smart Swim 2 teaches many things, but the most useful part is that you can beam split times in front of your swimming students. No more “I feel like I have a bad split. I should speed it up.” They can see exactly where they are pacing.
best bedside table gifts
Coolant MAG:3
I’ve written a lot about this, but to summarize: It’s a bedside charger and catchall that looks better than any other tech item. Saddle leather gives it a luxurious feel. If you have an iPhone and a messy bedside table, this is a solid choice.
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Best Art TV
Hisense CanvasTV, 65 inches
Hisense released CanvasTV this year, but we were skeptical since we’re known lovers of Samsung’s Frame. But we have to acknowledge that there is something to be admired. CanvasTV is the best TV coming out this year. With Google TV running its operating system, it’s easy to navigate, and the Hisense screen looks amazing. Plus, they cost hundreds of dollars less than frames. This is the best way to get on board with the art TV trend.
the most versatile tv
LG Standby ME
What do you do with a 27-inch touchscreen TV on wheels? Well, there’s a lot. It can also be used as a recipe book in the kitchen. You can also view YouTube how-to screens in your garage. Use it to watch at-home training videos. It’s the perfect size to keep at the foot of your bed for a weeknight binge. You can do a little bit of everything.
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best entertainment headphone set
Sonos Arc Ultra
This is the future of TV viewing. There’s a soundbar that delivers movie-quality sound and instantly pairs with headphones in case your partner falls asleep during the movie.
Best smart ring of the year
samsung galaxy ring
If they’re an Android phone user, especially Samsung, I think they’ll skip everything else on this list and gift them the Galaxy Ring.
Samsung has achieved what everyone wanted from a major mobile phone manufacturer. Now you have a great smart ring that pairs with your non-Apple phone. Additionally, if you have a Samsung, you have access to even more in-depth health tracking. The color options look great. The technology is amazing. The price is great. The only people who don’t care about this release are Apple users, and that’s just politics.
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best sleep tech
Therabody sleep mask
We all know someone who has trouble sleeping. Then gift them the latest Therabody SleepMask. Blocks out 100% of light and gently vibrates to lull you to sleep.
Favorite headphones of the year
Dyson Ontrack
My favorite headphones of 2024 are these Dyson headphones. They look totally unique. They’re incredibly comfortable and the sound compares favorably with other consumer headphones.
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best backyard tech items
Bird Buddy Solar Bird Feeder
Okay, listen…anyone over the age of 60 or under the age of 12 who is interested in wildlife is going to participate. love This clever little bird feeder. This allows the ornithologist to directly see all the birds eating from a small buffet.
Technology gadgets for grill masters
meeter 2 plus
Meater’s latest smart thermometer is perfect for home chefs. I’ve written about this at length, but essentially it provides ridiculous precision when baking, grilling, and cooking on the stovetop.
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our new favorite smartwatch
Pininfarina Syntesi Hybrid Smartwatch
One of the most surprising releases this year was Globics’ Pininfarina hybrid smartwatch. Basically, it’s an Android smartwatch that keeps all the smart features but ditches the screen display. Although it doesn’t look as good as a classic watch, it looks much better than other smartwatches on the market.
If you’re buying for someone who likes tracking their vitals but isn’t sure how a screen watch should look, this is the best solution.
Best gaming devices of the year
meta quest 3
It was thought that a new Nintendo console would be this year’s must-have gaming gift, but now it looks like it won’t be released until 2025. In that vacuum, the new Meta Quest 3 became a must-have device.
Meta is starting to get into VR gaming. With Quest 3, it looks like we’ve finally stepped into the future of gaming we’ve all been promised.
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Best handheld for PC gaming
Valve steam deck OLED
The best technology-enabled drinks refrigerator
Rocco super smart refrigerator
This smart fridge often appears in my Instagram ads and I was really inspired by it. (Warning: If you click on this link, you may experience the same thing.) Then I tried one out for review and found myself hooked. This drinks fridge lets you control everything from your phone, shows you what you have in stock, and most importantly, it looks great. If they live in an apartment or have a small drinking cave in the house, this is a phenomenal gift.
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For those who are particular about water purification
SIMPURE Y10C
If they are obsessed with purifying water, this is the final step. The SimPure Countertop Dispenser is more convenient than any refrigerator water jug and provides more filtration than any refrigerator filter.
remarkable paper pro
The tablets made by reMarkable are unlike any you’ve ever used. Although it is not connected to the Internet, you can export all kinds of documents to your computer. These are tools for computer workers who want to continue working without regular Slack notifications, but with all the benefits of a modern tablet.
And while it doesn’t seem all that innovative, reMarkable has actually reinvented the wheel by adding color to its e-paper tablets. This is an incredibly complex feat and opens up a whole new world for the company’s work tablets.
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