No matter their interest, these will keep them entertained.
For the Audiophile
Sonos Play:5
Sonos’ biggest speaker—ideal for large rooms and wide open spaces—produces pristinely rich sound to impress even the most discerning audio snob. $499, sonos.com
For the Couch Potato
LG 55” 4K Ultra HD Smart OLED TV
With a beautiful picture and a sleek, stylish design, LG’s OLED TV is one of the best of the year. $1,697, amazon.com
For the Instagrammer
Fujifilm Instax Square Camera
This is hardly a polaroid camera—its screen allows you to instantly edit images and add filters before printing. But the results are just as cool (and Instagrammable). $230, amazon.com
For the Business Professional
Apple Watch Series 3 with Cellular
All of the smartwatch features—athletic tracking, push notifications, Siri, etc.—but with LTE. Those work emails and calls will feel much more manageable when controlled from the wrist, sans phone. $430, bestbuy.com
For the Neat Freak
iRobot Roomba 690 Vacuum
This motorized, app-controlled robot vacuum cleans carpets and hardwood better than a human. It can be scheduled and controlled from outside the home, and paired with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. Easy said, easy done. $450, amazon.com
For the Traveler
Google Pixel Buds
Besides being the newest wireless earbud technology, paired with Google’s AI system and meant to rival Apple’s EarPods, Google’s Pixel Buds have the ability to translate 40 different languages in real time. That’s some seriously futuristic stuff to take on vacation. $160, google.com
For the Homebody
Amazon 2nd Generation Echo
Amazon’s newest Echo is a life assist to anyone who needs a hand (or speaker) to keep track of news, chores, music, correspondences, and more. The fabric choices also make it a stylish living room accessory. $80, amazon.com
For the Runner-in-Training
Fitbit Ionic Smartwatch
Fitbit’s newest smartwatch can monitor any type of physical activity you can imagine, providing personal coaching with on-screen video and real-time stats to power anyone through their most grueling workouts. It’s got more than four days of battery juice, too. $270, amazon.com
For the Gamer
Nintendo Switch
The newest Nintendo gaming console was insanely hard to get your hands on when it first came out. Now, there are enough to go around for the holidays, as well as a larger selection of Switch games to choose from. $300, amazon.com
For the Grill Master
ThermoWorks Classic Thermapen
This thermometer, designed for professional kitchens, takes incredibly accurate readings in two seconds. Anyone serious about cooking meat can use it to achieve grilling perfection every time. $79, thermoworks.com
For the Photographer
Gnarbox Portable Backup and Editing System
The Gnarbox lets you do photo and video editing on the go by backing up footage for quick editing and uploading. No one will have to waste time fiddling with a laptop or an external hard drive. $300, amazon.com
For the Kids
Meccano M.A.X. Robot
Teach kids the joys of artificial intelligence early on. M.A.X. is a programmable playmate that requires S.T.E.M. skills to function, learn, and move. $140, amazon.com
For the Podcaster
Sennheiser Wireless Headphones
With no cord and top-of-the-line active noise cancellation, nothing will distract the wearer from their podcast or playlist. $400, amazon.com
For the Pop Culture Junkie
Roku 4 Media Player and Remote
Roku provides on of the best TV-watching experiences, and is compatible with most TVs. This one comes with HD streaming, a USB port, and a lost remote finder. $95, amazon.com
For the Reader
Kindle Oasis
This is the best e-reader on the market—thin, light, high-res, and glare-free. It’ll be a treat to use for anyone who still makes a point to read every day. $250, amazon.com
For the Adventurer
LifeStraw Water Filter
While the LifeStraw doesn’t have video or high-tech buttons, it does filter up to 1,000 liters of water for bacteria and chemicals so well it surpasses EPA standards. It’s perfect for anyone who can’t stay indoors for long. $18, amazon.com
For the Fitness Obsessed
HyperIce Vyper Foam Roller
With three vibrating speeds, this roller will relieve even the deepest aches for a quick recovery. It’s also a pro-athlete favorite, counting LeBron James and J.J. Watts among its many fans. $180, amazon.com
For the Tech Addicted
Anker Portable Charger
For the techie with too much tech, the Anker is a useful gift that’ll keep all that stuff running. It supports Apple and Samsung products, and more, and isn’t too heavy to lug around. $42, amazon.com
