28 Cool Gifts and Gadgets for the Tech-Obsessed

If you're looking for a more affordable alternative to Airpods, look no further than these Bluetooth wireless earphones. Don't let the low price point fool you—reviewers rave about the amazing audio clarity and lighter-than-air design that ensures a perfect fit.

In a digital-driven world, there's just something about a hard copy that can't be replaced. This Polaroid printer lets you capture, share, and print photos in less than a minute. Connect your smartphone, iPad and iPod Touch, Android, or other devices to the portable gadget via Bluetooth or NFC (near-field communication), and then edit and print your favorite snapshots. 

This clever take on the router knows that in this era, the best gift possible is speedy, reliable WiFi. Eero’s advanced system covers every spot of your home (backyard included) in a Wi-Fi “mesh,” with a simple plug-and-play installation. Instead of calling their Internet provider if something goes wrong, your friends can troubleshoot this tech gift via a user-friendly app—or get support from Eero’s team in an average of 60 seconds.

For the dog lover in your life, this aptly named "Brilliant Pad" (it's even Shark Tank-approved!) automatically replaces dirty pads for you—no poop bags required. As soon as your dog relieves himself, the pad turns liquids into gel while wrapping and sealing solids to keep your home smelling clean. It even flags changes in frequency and output to your phone so you can keep up-to-date on your dog's health and bowel movements. 

This futuristic diffuser uses smart technology so you can control scent schedule and intensity from your phone. Turn on away mode when you leave the house so you don't waste any fragrance and adjust the scent to give you more or less strength when you are home. Bonus: It's also pet- and kid-friendly!

Asking strangers to take pictures of you and your friends have become much harder now (thanks COVID), but you can rely on this handy-dandy pocket device to be your personal photographer. It uses AI technology to lock in your face, snap a few shots, and fly back to you hands-free.

Feel close to family and friends no matter your location with Portal from Facebook. The miniature smart camera automatically adjusts as you move about the room, so you can connect with loved ones via video call whether you're near or far.

With this old-school joystick, the tech lover in your life can play his or her favorite childhood video game on nearly any TV.

Powerful, durable, and battery-powered, the Sonos Move is ideal for indoor and outdoor listening. Sonos' latest speaker stands apart for its weatherproof and drop-resistant design, plus you can control playback using your voice, and steam via Bluetooth when WiFi simply isn't an option.

Amazon's latest voice-controlled gadget packs in many useful features to help make everyday tasks a little easier. Use voice commands to ask Alexa to read the news, set alarms, control in-home devices and check the weather. The all-new Echo Dot also comes in new fabric designs and colors, including charcoal, heather grey and sandstone.

It’s never been easier (or, at the very least, it’s never been more fun) to carry a tune while lathering up. This sleek shower head comes with a clip-on water-resistant speaker that syncs with smartphones, MP3 players, tablets, or laptops (as long as they're within 32 feet of the shower head) using Bluetooth technology to wirelessly stream audio.

Charge gadgets more efficiently with this ultimate charging system. A retractable cable, LED ambient light, and swappable charging tips make phone-charging that much easier. The device is also able to power up multiple gadgets at once, making it a much-needed gift for tech lovers.

The latest fitness tracker from Fitbit includes new exercise modes (from yoga to swimming), a seven-day battery, and access to helpful sleep and health insights, making it a great gift for tech lovers who also love to get active.

In an always-on world, it can feel increasingly difficult to escape the deluge of emails coming in at all hours of the day. Perfect for the person with a lengthy commute, this compact, foldable keyboard will help maximize those extra moments otherwise spent idle. That can add hours of extra productivity—catching up on returning messages or writing a memo—back to the day. The rechargeable keyboard is compatible with iPad, iPhone, Android, as well as Windows tablets and phones.