What to Buy > Tech Deals > The Top 10 Tech Gifts You Can’t Miss for Any Occasion Find the perfect gadget for anyone By Molly McLaughlin Molly McLaughlin Senior Editor & Content Strategist Molly K. McLaughlin has been a technology editor and writer for over a dozen years. She runs product reviews for Lifewire, overseeing the process from hands-on testing to publishing. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on November 1, 2024 In This Article Aura Carver LG XBoom 360 Wireless Speaker Soundcore by Anker Space One Pro Tribit StormBox 2 Nintendo Alarmo iPad Mini 7 Nintendo Switch Mario Kart 8 Bundle Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Apple Watch Series 10 Meta Quest 3s Whether you're looking for a last-minute present or shopping for a special occasion, we have recommendations for tech-savvy friends and family. Here are the best tech gifts for everyone on your shopping list. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Aura Carver Aura $149 at Amazon $149 at Auraframes.com This Wi-Fi-connected 10.1-inch HD digital picture frame from Aura Frames allows families and friends to display their most cherished memories regardless of their distance from loved ones—perfect for grandparents and others who want to stay involved wherever they are. It comes with free unlimited storage. Anyone can add pictures from anywhere via the free Aura app. It's probably the most personalized gift you can give! LG XBoom 360 Wireless Speaker LG $197 at Amazon This cone-shaped wireless speaker delivers 360 degrees of clear mid-tones and bassy sound and has a 15-hour battery life. It's a centerpiece for any room and is outfitted with three mood lighting modes and nine lighting options. The IP55 water and dust resistance also makes it perfect for enjoying the outdoors. Soundcore by Anker Space One Pro The Soundcore Space One Pro Headphones can fold down to half their size. Lifewire / Molly McLaughlin $200 at Amazon The Soundcore Space One Pro headphones offer an oasis wherever you are. Their cushy headband and earcups make them comfortable enough to wear for hours. Active noise cancelation gives your ears a break from distracting noise around you, whether you're listening to music, podcasts, or nothing. They sound great and feel great. Tribit StormBox 2 Lifewire / Molly McLaughlin $70 at Amazon The Tribit StormBox 2 speaker is built to go anywhere. It's waterproof and durable, and it can play for up to 24 hours. You can pair it easily with up to two devices simultaneously and switch off DJ duties. Buy two and link them together for immersive sound! Nintendo Alarmo Nintendo $99 at Nintendo.com Gamify your morning routine with this Nintendo-inspired alarm clock. Pick a game scene from five popular Nintendo games—and other free sounds with alarm updates when connected to the internet. You'll be woken by a combination of game music, characters, and other elements with intensifying volume to help you get up, and the motion sensor cues a fun game sound to help you wake up. The Alarmo also plays sleep sounds to help you wind down and track sleeping stats. The Alarmo is only available for Nintendo Switch Online members. iPad Mini 7 iPad Mini 7. Apple $499 $484 at Walmart $499 at Best Buy $499 at Apple The iPad Mini 7 is the latest in the iPad Mini lineup. It sports the A17 Pro chip and Apple Intelligence bundled with iPadOS 18. The iPad Mini 7 gets revamped Notes and Photos apps, and is more customizable than ever. This latest edition also offers twice as much storage as its predecessors, starting at 128GB up to 528GB, compatibility with the Apple Pencil Pro, and comes in an assortment of new colors. Nintendo Switch Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle Best Buy $300 at Best Buy If someone on your shopping list has been hoping for a Nintendo Switch, why not choose this bundle? It includes a Switch system, Neon Red and Neon Blue Joy-Con controllers, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and a year-long Nintendo Switch Online Individual subscription. Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition Amazon $280 at Amazon The Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition is the first full-color Kindle. The 7-inch screen mimics ink on paper and reduces eye strain with automatic lighting adjustments and a glare-free display. This e-reader offers up to 8 weeks of use with one charge, and there's an optional charging dock for powering up when you need to. It's also waterproof in up to 2 meters of water for 60 minutes, so it's safe for pool- or bath-side use too. Why Everyone's Talking About Amazon's New Color Kindle and Scribe Apple Watch Series 10 Amazon $399 $367 at Amazon $399 at Apple The tenth-generation Apple Watch Series 10 comes with the biggest, brightest display yet slimmest build in the device's history. It's the first to come baked in with Apple Intelligence, which includes a new Photos face, better Smart Stack customization, and rapid translation. The Series 10 is available in two sizes that are bigger than prior versions, 42mm and 46mm options, and a new Titanium model, which is 20 percent lighter than the Series 9. Meta Quest 3s Meta Quest 3S. Meta If you know someone who's interested in getting into virtual reality (VR), the Meta Quest 3s could be a perfect device to start with. This budget-minded mixed-reality headset is a more affordable version of the Meta Quest 3, but offers plenty of perks, including TrueTouch Haptics for realistic controller vibrations, a spacer for glasses, and hands-free operation. $300 at Best Buy $300 at Meta.com More Gift Ideas Holiday Tech Gifts Central The Best Tech Gifts Under $100 You Didn't Know You Needed Affordable Luxury: Top-Tier Tech Delights to Try