NEW YORK — It’s the most wonderful time of the year, unless you want to find the perfect gifts for tech lovers.
There’s a lot of slop to sift through as we get closer to the holidays, many interests to appeal to and a whole bunch of deals-that-aren’t-deals flashing before our screens. So here’s a guide to help you on your gift-shopping journey.
The Nintendo Switch 2 was the biggest and most anticipated console launch of 2025, and if history is any indication, it will be increasingly harder to find as Christmas approaches. But for the gamers in your life, this is the gift to get.
The best bang for your buck may be the console bundles. The Switch 2 is available as the console only for $449 or bundled with Mario Kart World for $499. A new $499 bundle is now available, packaging the console with Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Games retail for about $70 each, so you save a little with bundles.
The iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro Max captured the headlines this year when the new lineup launched, but the base iPhone 17 received an upgraded camera (telephoto lens), more base storage and a longer battery life. Given that the price for this model hasn’t changed, you’re straight up getting more tech for the same price. If your gift recipient’s current iPhone is a few generations behind, this is a good time to upgrade.
What about AI? The iPhone 17 doesn’t make as many leaps into the technology as its predecessor, but the new iOS and processer prepares the phone for any advancements that may come in 2026. The iPhone 17 retails at $800.
If you or someone in your life has ever been curious about a foldable phone, consider Samsung’s newest Galaxy Z Fold 7 model. It solves many of the issues users have been concerned about since fold phones hit the market: It’s much thinner and lighter than its predecessors — 0.17 inches thick when unfolded and less than half an inch folded — and it weighs slightly less than half a pound, impressive considering the larger screen sizes.
But the price of a fold phone remains steep compared to the flagship iPhone and Galaxy devices. The Z Fold 7 currently is running a sale on its site but normally retails starting at $1,999.
- Planning to shoot more video or pictures?
For anyone interested in doing more filming or photography with their mobile device, the supremely portable tripod by SelfieShow offers solid stability even when extended to its max height of 71 inches. The mounting arm also offers a wide array of positioning for shooters on the go. And the rig can collapse into a retractable selfie stick for even more functionality. This portable tripod retails for $19.99.
For aspiring influencers, podcasters or vloggers in your life, try wireless microphones by Hollyland. The Lark M2 Wireless Microphone mics are easy to use, have good range and do well in filtering out background noise. You can easily attach these to clothes for interviews or even hold them for the tiny-mic lifestyle. Best of all, it comes with two mics per order. The mics are currently on sale for $76.
Portability is core to the Logitech Pebble 2 wireless keyboard and mouse combo. This minimalist and highly functional offering will satisfy users who are looking for a silent but still tactile Bluetooth mouse and keyboard. It also offers a one-tap, multi-device switching option if you’ve already paired it with said devices — which include Android tablets and Apple iPads in addition to laptops — a great feature if you’re multitasking.
The combo comes in several colors and retails for $49.99. If you’re OK with black, Walmart has a deal for $42.
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