بهترین هدایای فنی برای 100 دلار یا کمتر

It’s dangerously easy to go over budget during the holidays when, especially when your gift list seemingly gets longer with each passing year. It’s even easier to do so when you have a bunch of gearheads in your life. We don’t have to tell you that gadgets are expensive (hello, $1,000-plus smartphones), but not every piece of tech will put a huge dent in your bank account. To make things easier for our budget-minded readers, we’ve collected everything in our gift guide that you can buy for $100 or less here.

You’ll find the full list below, but you can also check out a number of stories in our gift guide this year that include almost all budget-friendly things. Our board games, tech toys for kids and gifts for travel lovers roundups are just a few that are filled with inexpensive yet super fun ideas, plus our annual tech stocking stuffers guide focuses on gifts you can grab for under $50. What we’re trying to say is, you don’t have to go broke to get solid tech for your friends and family; you just have to know which affordable items are actually worth your money.

Audio-Technica M20xBT

هدفون‌های بی‌سیم مقرون‌به‌صرفه Audio-Technica به‌طور مداوم عملکرد خوبی ارائه می‌کنند که حتی با عدم حذف نویز، یک هدیه عالی است. جدیدترین های این شرکت هستند M20xBT، یک نسخه بلوتوث از قوطی های سیمی M20x محبوب A-T. تناسب راحت و عمر باتری تا 60 ساعت فقط 79 دلار برای شما هزینه دارد. با اتصال چند نقطه ای بلوتوث به طور همزمان به چندین دستگاه متصل شوید و آهنگ ها را به طور قابل اعتماد با دکمه های فیزیکی کنترل کنید. طراحی به اندازه مدل‌های قیمت‌گذار این شرکت مانند M50xBT2 ظریف نیست، اما بخش عمده‌ای از آنچه که گزینه‌های ارزان‌تر Audio-Technica را بسیار خوب می‌کند، دریافت می‌کنید. - بیلی استیل، سردبیر ارشد اخبار

خرید M20xBT در آمازون – 79 دلار

JLab Go Air Pop

به لطف JLab، می‌توانید مجموعه مناسبی از هدفون‌های بی‌سیم واقعی را به‌عنوان جوراب‌دار تهیه کنید. برای 20 دلار، برو ایر پاپ بیشتر اصول اولیه را پوشش می دهد. عمر باتری هشت ساعته، کنترل های روی برد، تنظیمات EQ از پیش تعیین شده، محافظت در برابر رطوبت IPX4 و امکان استفاده از یک هدفون در یک زمان، همه در لیست ویژگی ها هستند. گو ایر پاپ کوچکتر از مدل قبلی خود یعنی گو ایر است و این مدل با یک قاب کاملا بسته عرضه می شود. علاوه بر این، این شرکت USB یکپارچه را روی کیس شارژ نگه می‌دارد، بنابراین لازم نیست نگران جستجوی کابل در زمان قطع برق باشید. - لیسانس

خرید JLab Go Air Pop در آمازون – 25 دلار

اتحادیه اروپا Wonderboom 3

اگر امسال قصد خرید یک اسپیکر بلوتوث را دارید، اتحادیه اروپا Wonderboom 3 یک گزینه کوچک و مقرون به صرفه است که هنوز هم بسیار خوب است. به دلیل داشتن رتبه IP67 ضد ماجراجویی است، کیفیت صدا روشن است و حالت بیرونی صدای بلند و باس را افزایش می‌دهد تا صدا از مسافت بیشتری شنیده شود. همچنین می توانید به راحتی دو دستگاه Wonderboom 3 را برای صدای استریو جفت کنید که به دلیل قیمت پایین هزینه زیادی برای شما نخواهد داشت. و با عمر باتری تا 14 ساعت، باید بتوانید آهنگ ها را برای مدتی ادامه دهید. - لیسانس

خرید Wonderboom 3 در آمازون – 100 دلار

روکو فوق العاده

If you're not a fan of the Apple TV, the روکو فوق العاده is the only other set-top box worth considering. It's fast enough to stream 4K video with Dolby Vision, and it supports just about every streaming app you'd want. It also has a solid remote with voice-search capabilities, and you can still access all of Apple's streaming video via the Apple TV app. And while Roku's interface isn't pretty, it's fast and gets the job done. - دویندرا هاردوار، سردبیر ارشد

Roku Ultra را در آمازون بخرید – 90 دلار

مینی سه پایه انعطاف پذیر Joby Gorillapod 3K

یکی از مفیدترین لوازم جانبی موجود برای ولاگر در لیست بابانوئل شما، مینی سه‌پایه‌های معروف Joby هستند و بهترین آنها برای پول این است که GorillaPod 3K. به لطف صفحه نصب گیره ای ایمن با سطح داخلی، اتصال دوربین شما آسان تر نیست. و پایه‌های انعطاف‌پذیر به شما امکان می‌دهد دوربین خود را در هر مکانی قرار دهید تا عکس بگیرید، یا حتی آن را دور درخت یا شیء دیگری بپیچید. و البته، می‌توانید آن‌ها را برای زاویه‌ی ایده‌آل ولاگ خم کنید و عکاسی خود را ثابت کنید تا بوت شود. بهترین از همه این است که اکنون می توانید یکی از آن ها را در آمازون فقط با 45 دلار انتخاب کنید، که برای چنین ابزار همه کاره ای مقرون به صرفه است. — Steve Dent, Associate Editor

Joby GorillaPod 3K را در آمازون بخرید – 46 دلار

مینی پنل ال ای دی Nanlite LitoLite 5C RGBWW

یک نور خوب یک ابزار عالی در زرادخانه عکاس یا فیلمبردار مورد علاقه شما و یک هدیه نسبتاً مقرون به صرفه برای بوت است. یکی از بهترین مدل های همه کاره است مینی پنل ال ای دی Nanlite LitoLite 5C RGBWW. وزن آن فقط 4.8 اونس است، اما نوری با قابلیت کاهش نور را در طیف وسیعی از رنگ ها، با تنظیمات بر روی دستگاه یا از طریق برنامه گوشی هوشمند ارائه می دهد. روی هر دیوار یا پایه نوری از طریق آهنربا یا رزوه های یک چهارم اینچی نصب می شود، دارای عملکرد بی سیم و باتری است که به مدت 1.5 ساعت با قدرت کامل کار می کند (از طریق USB شارژ می شود). جالب ترین ویژگی جلوه های ویژه ای است که طیفی از چراغ های چشمک زن ماشین پلیس، شعله های آتش، شمع، طوفان رعد و برق و موارد دیگر را شامل می شود. — S.D.

Nanlite LitoLite 5C را در آمازون بخرید – 75 دلار

کارت Lexar Professional 1667x64GB SDXS UHS II

وقتی مدل‌های سریع‌تر UHS-II تقریباً با همان قیمت یافت می‌شوند، دیگر هیچ فایده‌ای برای خرید کارت‌های UHS-I عکاس مورد علاقه‌تان وجود ندارد. این مورد در مورد لکسار 64 یا 128 گیگابایت است کارت های 1667x V60 UHS-II، به ترتیب تنها با قیمت 33 و 50 دلار در دسترس است. در حالی که به سرعت یک کارت برتر 2000x نیست، اما سرعت خواندن و نوشتن شما (250 مگابایت بر ثانیه و 120 مگابایت بر ثانیه) بیشتر از هر کارت UHS-I با کسری از قیمت است. اگر سرعت بسیار مهم است، کارت‌های V90 پیشرفته SanDisk با سرعت خواندن 300 مگابایت بر ثانیه و سرعت نوشتن 260 مگابایت بر ثانیه به ترتیب با قیمت 80 و 150 دلار یافت می‌شوند. — S.D.

Lexar Professional 1667x را در آمازون با قیمت 33 دلار خریداری کنید

AeroPress Go

AeroPress یک راه سرگرم کننده برای تهیه یک فنجان قهوه در خانه با دستگاهی است که فضای زیادی را در کابینت اشغال نمی کند. این یک آبجو همه کاره است که به شما امکان می دهد در حین حرکت، زمان ها و قدرت های مختلف انفوزیون را آزمایش کنید. من دوست دارم از آن برای دم کردن فنجانی با قدرت دو برابر مستقیماً روی یخ استفاده کنم هر زمان که فراموش کردم دم نوش سرد درست کنم. AeroPress برای افرادی که در لیست شما قرار دارند و دارای تنظیمات منظم هستند، یک هدیه عالی است. و AeroPress Go حتی فشرده تر است به خوبی درون فنجانی قرار می گیرد که می توانید مستقیماً در آن دم کنید و برای کمپینگ و مسافرت عالی است. - لیسانس

خرید AeroPress Go در آمازون – 40 دلار

Cuisinart DBM-8

برای بدست آوردن یک آسیاب قابل اعتماد برای قهوه‌ساز در لیست خود، لازم نیست برای یک Encore ولخرجی کنید. قبل از ارتقاء، من یک Cuisinart DBM-8 که سالها به من خدمت کرد، و زمانی که آن را به مرتع بردم هنوز هم همینطور بود. این یک آسیاب فرز است، بنابراین یک اندازه آسیاب ثابت با 18 گزینه مختلف برای انتخاب فراهم می کند - از درشت تا ریز. قیف هشت اونس دانه را در خود جای می دهد در حالی که قوطی می تواند قهوه آسیاب شده کافی برای 32 فنجان را در خود جای دهد. از آنجایی که احتمالاً به این مقدار نیاز ندارید (البته) یک انتخابگر وجود دارد که به طور خودکار بین 18 تا XNUMX فنجان را با فشار یک دکمه آسیاب می کند. - لیسانس

خرید Cuisinart DBM-8 در آمازون – 58 دلار

کتری برقی Cosori Gooseneck

اگر می‌خواهید بازی‌های دم‌پزی خانگی خود را تقویت کنید، یک کتری خوب ضروری است و می‌تواند به تهیه یک سری چیزهای دیگر مانند چای، رامن و غیره کمک کند. کتری برقی Cosori's Gooseneck مهم ترین ویژگی ها را در یک کتری نسبتا جمع و جور قرار می دهد که قیمت آن نیز 70 دلار است. گردن غازی می‌تواند ترسناک باشد، اما هنگام ریختن روی Chemex به شما کنترل بسیار بیشتری می‌دهد، و ما فکر می‌کنیم که Cosori's، با روکش مشکی مات خود، در بیشتر کانترها نیز بسیار زیبا به نظر می‌رسد. دارای یک فضای داخلی از جنس استنلس استیل و پنج تنظیم از پیش تنظیم شده است، بنابراین می توانید به راحتی دمای عالی را برای چیزهایی مانند چای سبز، قهوه سیاه و غیره بدست آورید. بعلاوه، گزینه “hold temp” به شما امکان می دهد آب را برای مدتی تنظیم کرده و فراموش کنید. می توانید آن را قبل از شروع برنامه صبحگاهی خود روشن کنید و به آب کاملاً گرم برگردید، آماده برای هر چیزی که آن روز صبح شما را می گیرد. — والنتینا پالادینو، سردبیر ارشد بازرگانی

خرید کتری برقی کوسوری در آمازون – 70 دلار

BruMate NAV mini

وقتی صحبت از لیوان های مسافرتی برای قهوه و چای می شود، هر موردی که ارزش بررسی دارد باید چند جعبه را علامت بزنید – به خصوص اگر یکی را به عنوان هدیه می دهید. اینکه بتوانید مایعات را برای چند ساعت گرم نگه دارید و در جا لیوانی قرار دهید ضروری است. مینی NAV BruMate هر دو را انجام می دهد، و در 12 اونس، اندازه مناسبی برای جو در حال حرکت است. به علاوه، به لطف درب قوی این شرکت، 100 درصد ضد نشتی است. همچنین می‌تواند نوشیدنی‌های سرد را برای بیش از 24 ساعت خنک نگه دارد، زمانی که فرد خاصی در لیست شما تابستان آینده به نوشیدنی سرد نیاز دارد. - لیسانس

خرید NAV mini در BruMate – 25 دلار

لیوان مسافرتی استنلی کلاسیک Neverleak

اگر کسی را می شناسید که باید قهوه را برای مدت طولانی تری نسبت به یک لیوان مسافرتی معمولی گرم نگه دارد، Neverleak کلاسیک استنلی گزینه بهترین هدیه است. من بیش از یک سال است که از یکی از اینها استفاده می کنم و کار فوق العاده ای در نگه داشتن مایعات در دما برای مدت طولانی دارد. این شرکت می‌گوید نوشیدنی شما همچنان تا ۹ ساعت گرم می‌ماند، به‌علاوه تمام آن برای تمیز کردن آسان در ماشین ظرفشویی قابل شستشو است. درب سه حالته نیز بسته می شود تا از ریختن تصادفی آن جلوگیری شود حتی اگر لیوان به اطراف تکان بخورد. - لیسانس

لیوان Stanly Neverleak را در آمازون بخرید – 28 دلار

فیلتر دم سرد Miir + بطری دهان گشاد

میلیون‌ها روش برای تهیه دم‌نوش سرد وجود دارد، اما آسان‌تر از افزودن یک فیلتر فولادی ضد زنگ به بطری سفری عایق‌شده‌تان نیست. فیلتر دم سرد Miir کار می کند با برخی از قوطی‌های ظروف نوشیدنی خود، برای کاهش رسوب پس از خیساندن، یک راه‌اندازی دم سرد با "ریز سوراخ‌ها" ارائه می‌کند. این فیلتر با بطری‌های دهانی پهن 32 و 42 اونسی Miir (و 33 اونس تومو) مناسب است تا مقدار زیادی قهوه صاف و سرد برای ماجراجویی یا رفتن به محل کار بنوشید. بعلاوه، آن بطری ها دارای درب ضد نشتی هستند و می توانند نوشیدنی ها را برای ساعت ها گرم یا سرد نگه دارند. - لیسانس

خرید فیلتر دم سرد در Miir – 15 دلار

همکار پیوست Prismo AeroPress

AeroPress یک دستگاه دم کردن همه کاره است و به همین دلیل است که ما آن را در لیست راهنمای هدیه قهوه شما نگه می داریم. اما با کمک پیوست 30 دلاری همکار، می توانید روش فروتنانه را یک درجه بالا ببرید. Prismo دارای یک دریچه تحت فشار است که به منظور تقلید از فرآیند تهیه اسپرسو طراحی شده است تا بتوانید بدون دستگاه یک شات را بکشید. این "کرم" را ایجاد می کند که معمولاً فقط با دم کردن قهوه قوی تر با AeroPress به دست نمی آورید. Prismo همچنین دارای یک فیلتر قابل استفاده مجدد است تا از طریق فیلترهای کاغذی که معمولاً AeroPress به آنها نیاز دارد نسوزند. - لیسانس

خرید پیوست AeoPress در Fellow – 30 دلار

Hiware Borosilicate glass pitcher

After the handle on my previous pitcher developed a crack, I went on a search for a simple but durable container that could support my iced tea addiction and after a year and a half, this thing has not disappointed. Its heat-resistant borosilicate glass means you can pour boiling water directly into the pitcher without worrying about it shattering and its huge 68-ounce capacity holds enough to keep an entire family hydrated. Meanwhile, the stainless steel lid prevents leaves or stuff like fruit pulp from escaping. And at $20, this pitcher is just great value. — Sam Rutherford, Senior Reporter

Buy Hiware glass pitcher at Amazon – $27

بطری هاریو کلد دم

If you know someone who always brings their “famous” iced tea to parties or picnics check out Hario’s Cold Brew bottle. It holds up to 750ml of liquid and comes with a removable strainer to keep tea leaves from spilling out. There’s even a grippy silicone top for easy handling and a removable stopper that acts like a cork. And if you’re worried it’s a little pedestrian looking to make a lasting impact, Hario makes a champagne bottle version too. — S.R.

Buy Hario Cold Brew Bottle at Amazon – $24

Breville IQ Electric Kettle

For those on your list that prefer function over form, you really ought to consider Breville’s IQ Electric Kettle. In addition to having nearly double the capacity (57 ounces vs 30 ounces) of the Stagg, it has dedicated temperature settings for a lot of major types of tea (green, white, oolong and black). It’s also a bit more powerful with an output of up to 1,500 watts, so there’s less waiting around for the water to heat up. — S.R.

Buy Breville IQ electric kettle at Amazon – $80

OXO Tea Infuser Basket

One of the easiest ways to brew better tea is by moving away from single-serving bags and switching to loose-leaf teas. That’s because typically tea bags feature lower quality leaves that often sit on shelves for months (or years) with the whole process favoring convenience over flavor. On top of that, the cloth or (more often) paper used to make tea bags can also impart unwanted flavors.

If you know someone looking to get into loose-leaf teas, they’re going to need an infuser, and OXO’s is one of the best. Its stainless steel basket won’t mess with the taste and its included lid traps heat in when steeping while also doubling as a saucer to prevent dripping once the tea is ready to drink. The basket is also a perfect size so it fits in practically any mug (and even many iced tea pitchers), and at just $15, it’s cheap enough to buy two or more so there will always be a clean one ready to go. — S.R.

Buy OXO tea infuser basket at Amazon – $15

Fellow Atmos Vacuum Canister

در حالی که Fellow’s Atmos Canister was originally intended to store coffee, it’s equally great at keeping tea tasting fresh and flavorful, even after long periods. That’s because simply twisting its lid removes oxygen from the canister, slowing down potential oxidation which can cause tea to taste dull and lifeless. It’s available in three sizes (0.4, 0.7 and 1.2 liters) and in a range of materials, though you’ll probably want to stay away from the glass version, as light is another source of potential oxidation. (Leave the clear one for cookies or something.) And while it’s a bit on the pricey side, in my opinion there’s no better way of keeping even the fanciest leaves tasting great over time. — S.R.

Buy Fellow Atmos canister at Amazon – $35

Golde Superwhisk

For matcha lovers who don’t want to deal with the hassle of a traditional bamboo whisk or anyone seeking a way to quickly froth up some milk, Golde’s Superwhisk is a great pick. It has two different speed settings and a battery that can be recharged via USB. It even comes with an included travel case, so your giftee can take it camping or anywhere they want to enjoy some tea (or a latte). — S.R.

Buy Superwhisk at Golde – $24

Pure’Tea Portable Tea Infuser

For people who want to bring their brew on the go, this charming portable tea infuser bottle looks great and makes the whole process super easy. Tea goes in the top section and water goes in the bottom. Right before drinking they flip the whole infuser upside down to brew instead of letting the leaves become oversteeped after sitting in water all day. The portable infuser also features borosilicate glass with a double-walled construction, so it can handle high temperatures without burning hands. Admittedly, there are similar bottles for less, but between its innovative design and premium materials, I can’t think of a better way to drink tea on-the-go. — S.R.

Buy portable tea infuser at Perlure – $65

Breakaway Matcha Flight Kit

Getting into matcha can be intimidating for even long-time tea drinkers. Not only can matcha be expensive but, since it’s very finely ground green tea instead leaves steeped in water, it has a very different flavor profile and texture. So instead of buying someone a single type of matcha, give this matcha flight kit a try. It includes four different blends which range from bright grassy varieties to deeper savory mixes. There’s also a handcrafted bamboo scoop, a sieve, tea towel and most importantly, a motorized whisk for properly whipping up the perfect cup. — S.R.

Buy Flight Kit at Breakaway Matcha – $56

Adagio Tea Samplers

For complete newbies to tea, Adagio’s loose teas sampler sets offer a huge range of types and flavors to choose from. You can select specific types like green teas from China for the Sinophile on your list, or opt for more general mixes like seasonal blends or even herbal selections. Prices also start as low as $12 a box for four different types, which makes this one of the most flexible and affordable ways of gifting a wide range of teas without doing a ton of research. — S.R.

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The first time I had butterfly pea flower tea was on my honeymoon in Thailand and it was love at first sip. It has a sweet flora aroma with some subtle earthy notes. But its signature highlight is its color. When brewed alone, you get a deep blue hue with hints of green, but when you add acid suddenly the tea becomes bright purple or pink. And because butterfly pea flower doesn’t contain caffeine, between its color and taste, it’s a great way to introduce kids to tea. Steep it, chill it, add the juice from a couple lemons or limes and a splash of sugar (I preferred agave), and in no time you’ll have the perfect summertime iced tea. — S.R.

Buy butterfly pea tea at Amazon – $22

Astro A10 Gen 2

Astro’s A10 Gen 2 will get the job done and look cute while doing so, no matter what your personal style is. The Gen 2 comes in a variety of colors and patterns, from deep black with neon details to pastel purple or teal, meaning there’s something for every kind of live streaming vibe. It has a flip-to-mute boom mic, an incredibly flexible body, and replaceable ear pads and headband cushion. This headset is compatible with PC, Mac, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and Switch, so have at it, no matter how you play. - جسیکا کاندیت، خبرنگار ارشد

Buy Astro A10 Gen 2 at Amazon – $60

8bitdo Pro 2 Bluetooth controller

8bitdo knows its way around a wireless gamepad, and the Pro 2 Bluetooth controller is no exception. Whether in the transparent-body special edition or the classic black, white or gray, the Pro 2 delivers precise inputs, support for up to three custom profiles, and two extra back buttons. The Pro 2 looks like an old-school controller but it has advanced, modern capabilities, and it works with PC, Mac, Android and Switch. — J.C.

خرید 8BitDo Pro 2 در آمازون – 50 دلار

لاجیتک Litra Glow

The best thing you can do for your live-streaming setup is to get some good lighting, and Logitech’s درخشش لیتری has you covered. This is a small, mountable LED square that delivers a diffuse, soft glow without any harsh shadows or defined edges, and it’s designed to make its subjects look their best. It comes with an extendable three-way monitor mount and is USB-powered. — J.C.

خرید Litra Glow در آمازون – 60 دلار

Wanxing neon signs

Nanoleaf may be the premier brand when it comes to live-stream lighting, but there are plenty of other, cheaper options in the realm of on-screen glow. Wanxing, for instance, has a line of neon signs that’ll make any streaming space pop, at prices that won’t bust your budget. There are plenty of designs to choose from, including skulls, hearts, ghosts, game controllers and cute text, each available for less than $40. — J.C.

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Google Nest Hub (نسل دوم)

Nest Hub گوگل smart display is a great device to have around the home — especially if your gift recipient already uses the Google Assistant. It works as a digital photo frame and they can use it to watch YouTube and Netflix. It can also make calls via Google Duo and offers recipe videos along with step-by-step cooking instructions. If the user so chooses, they can track their sleeping patterns if they place the device next to their bed. Additionally, if they already have a Nest Doorbell camera, they can easily use the display to see who’s at the front door. - نیکول لی، نویسنده تجارت

Nest Hub را در B&H بخرید – 100 دلار

Blink Indoor camera

Blink’s indoor camera offers the gift of peace of mind in a compact and affordable package. Your loved one will appreciate the fact that Blink is wireless and battery-powered; since they don’t have to place it near an electrical outlet, it can sit almost anywhere. They also won’t have to worry about recharging the camera since it can last up to two years on its two included AA batteries. Aside from just letting them monitor their home, it also features customizable motion alerts so they’ll only get alerted when they want to. There’s also two-way audio so they can hear and speak to the person (or pet) on the other end. - NL

Blink Indoor را در آمازون بخرید – 80 دلار

TP-Link Kasa smart plug

With a smart plug, any appliance can be part of a connected home for not a lot of money. TP-Link’s Kasa smart plug is a particularly good one because it is both affordable and incredibly compact (and if you’re really short on space, there’s a نسخه مینی that’s even smaller). Together with its companion app, they can schedule a timer to turn on and off anything from Christmas lights to a coffee maker. It’s also compatible with both Alexa and Google Assistant, which lets them add voice control to any outlet. - NL

Buy Kasa smart plugs at Amazon – $30

Eero 6 WiFi Mesh router

With most of us having so many gadgets and smart home devices, perhaps the best thing you can give your loved one is the gift of better WiFi to keep things running smoothly. Amazon’s Eero routers will deliver just that. The latest models support WiFi 6, the latest and fastest WiFi standard, and will support 75-plus devices simultaneously. It also covers up to 1,500 square feet with WiFi speeds up to 900 Mbps, so it’s unlikely they’ll ever have to deal with dead spots or buffering again. The Eero 6 also comes with a built-in Zigbee smart home hub that lets them connect compatible devices without having to purchase a separate device. - NL

Buy Eero 6 at Amazon – $89

Startorialist JWST Cosmic Cliffs High Top Sneakers

JWST has been fully operational since June 2022, and it’s already sent us stunning images of our universe. One is a star-forming region in the Carina Nebula called the Cosmic Cliffs (fun fact, the tallest peaks are 7 light years high!) and you can get this amazing image on a classy pair of high-top sneakers from Startorialist, a STEM fashion brand. Keep in mind these are a custom order, so they may take a few weeks to ship. — Swapna Krishna, Freelance Writer

Buy Cosmic Cliffs sneakers at Startorialist – $89

Banllis Decorative Astronaut and Moon Bookends

Want to spruce up someone’s book shelves? These adorable astronaut moon bookends will delight any space lover. They come in two colors, gold and gray – depending on whether you want them to pop or blend in. They aren’t the heaviest bookends, so you probably don’t want to hold up a huge stack of hardcovers with these, but they look good from both far away and close up – the detailing on the moons is an especially nice touch. — S.K.

Buy bookends at Amazon – $47

The Milky Way: An Autobiography of Our Galaxy

Moiya McTier tells the story of the راه شیری in a unique way: from the point of view of the galaxy. It’s a funny and smart look at our galaxy (and humans’ place within it), and presents scientific information in an approachable and often hilarious way. Whether you’ve read every space book out there and are looking for something new or don’t know where to start, this is a unique perspective for sure. — S.K.

Buy The Milky Way at Amazon – $14

Four Point Puzzles Moon Puzzle

این 1,000 piece puzzle features an exquisite NASA image of the Moon’s surface. The rich detail here, and the intricate lunar features, will provide a challenge to even experienced puzzle aficionados. — S.K.

Buy moon puzzle at Four Points – $28

Svaha USA JWST Deep Field Custom Hoodie

Svaha USA is another great brand that’s got some fantastic STEM merch. They’ve even got JWST’s Deep Field image of galaxy cluster SMACS 0723 on a hoodie! If a pullover hoodie isn’t your thing, you can also find the image on tote bags, dresses, and more. These are custom printed upon ordering, so don’t wait until the last minute or you may not receive yours by the holidays.

Buy at custom hoodie at Svaha – $60

Astronomy Activity Book For Kids

If you have five to seven year old kid on your holiday gift list who’s fascinated by galaxies far away, this activity book is a great choice. Written by a former NASA scientist and beautifully illustrated, it contains games and projects about space, information on how to find constellations and big astronomical events such as meteor showers, and more.

Buy Astronomy Activity Book at Amazon – $9

Super Cool Space Facts

If the kid on your list is more into cool facts and less into hands-on projects, این کتاب is exactly what you think it is from the title: full of hundreds of space facts, along with full-color photos. It’s a great choice for any younger space nerd – but honestly, it’s a good read for the adults in your life who want to know more about space but don’t know where to start.

Buy Super Cool Space Facts at Amazon – $8

سونی MDR-7506

Every music lover and music maker needs a good pair of headphones. There are so many amazing sets out there to choose from, but I remain a dedicated fan of Sony’s affordable workhorse the MDR-7506. They’ve been a studio mainstay for decades for good reason. They’re natural sounding, light and comfortable enough to wear for hours, and reasonably priced. The MDR-7506s are equally at home monitoring a podcast, mixing a club banger or just listening to some vinyl. In short, they’re a great practical gift even if you’re operating under a tight budget. - ترنس اوبراین، سردبیر

خرید Sony MDR-7506 در آمازون – 100 دلار

استراتژی های بی مورد

Anyone who practices some sort of creative art – be it music, painting or writing – hits a block at some point. There’s tons of advice out there on how to overcome these hurdles, but one of the most famous is easily the استراتژی های بی مورد deck. Developed by Peter Schmidt and Brian Eno in 1975, each card contains an action or a way of thinking designed to shake up your approach to a thorny creative problem. “Use an unacceptable colour,” “Make a sudden, destructive unpredictable action; incorporate” and “Emphasize the flaws,” are the sorts of vague instructions you can expect. And how someone interprets the prompts will produce different results for each person. If you’re shopping for anyone with a creative streak, they’ll find a use for this deck. — T.O.

Buy Oblique Strategies at Eno Shop – $60

دیلا تایم

If you’re gift shopping for a music producer I can almost guarantee you they’re fans of J Dilla. He was a singular force in hip-hop, and has even had his MPC displayed at the Smithsonian. دیلا تایم by Dan Charnas chronicles not just the life of Dilla (James DeWitt Yancey), but his legacy and the history of rhythm in America. In addition, there are graphics that help illustrate the concepts behind Dilla’s unique beats and what made him so special. It’s part biography, part history lesson and part practical music production guide. — T.O.

Buy Dilla Time at Amazon – $22

How to Write One Song

If there’s an aspiring songwriter on your list, consider picking them up a copy of How to Write One Song. Written by Jeff Tweedy of Wilco, this tome breaks down the process from beginning to end and encourages readers to start small; don’t try to become a “songwriter” just try to write a song. But this isn’t a rote how-to book, that sort of thing is only so helpful when it comes to mastering an artistic craft. It’s about building creativity into your everyday life. And just like any other skill, being creative requires practice. — T.O.

Buy How to Write One Song at Amazon – $19

خون، عرق، و پیکسل

خون، عرق، و پیکسل is a must-read for anyone with even a passing interest in video games. Across 268 captivating pages, بلومبرگ journalist Jason Schreier shares how some of the most influential games of the past decade were made. Featuring interviews with the people who were there – including تاریخ و زمان آخرین از ما director Neil Druckmann and Eric Barone, the creator of دره Stardew – the stories that populate خون، عرق، و پیکسل shed a light on just how fraught the process of creating a game can be during even the best of times. It’s riveting reading for anyone who wants a more informed perspective on the craft. — Igor Bonifacic, Weekend Editor

Buy Blood, Sweat and Pixels at Amazon – $14

Logitech G305

اجازه ندهید Logitech G305’s affordable $40 price fool you, it’s a gaming mouse almost any gamer would happily add to their collection. At 99 grams, it’s one of the lighter mice in Logitech’s stable, and you can program all six buttons to your liking. It also includes the company’s fast and responsive Hero optical sensor and Lightspeed wireless technology for “wired-like” performance. A single AA battery provides the G305 with up to 250 hours of life, and you can get as much as nine months of use with some tweaking. Best of all, the G305 is available in a few different colors, including a handful of cheerful pastels. There’s even a K/DA version for fans of Riot’s virtual K-pop group. That versatility makes a perfect gift for a PC gamer. — I.B.

Logitech G305 را در آمازون بخرید – 50 دلار

ستون فقرات یک

If you’re buying a gift for someone who primarily plays games on their phone, consider treating them to the best mobile gamepad on the market. At $100, the ستون فقرات یک is pricey, but it easily surpasses competitors like the Razer Kishi in build quality. It also comes with a surprisingly robust companion app that makes capturing screenshots and clips from your play sessions a breeze. Each new Backbone One controller also comes with complimentary access to services like Xbox GamePass, giving owners a few different ways to add to their game library. — I.B.

خرید Backbone One در آمازون – 100 دلار

Hades soundtrack

As Supergiant’s staff composer, Darren Korb has written some of the most memorable video game soundtracks in recent memory, but his work on جهنم may be his best yet. From start to finish, the Hades Original Soundtrack is filled with tunes like ”Out of Tartarus” و “The Unseen Ones” that will make you stand up and shred an air guitar. It’s the perfect gift for fans of جهنم (and there are many of those), but you can also give it to someone who hasn’t experienced the game yet. It might just convince them to play one of the best indies of the last few years. — I.B.

Buy Hades soundtrack at Bandcamp – $10

شوالیه های توخالی

Okay, I lied. We do have one straightforward recommendation: شوالیه های توخالی. Team Cherry’s debut title is one of the best games made in the past five years. It combines the exploration of a 2D های Wii-like title with a challenging combat system that is reminiscent of FromSoftware’s Dark Souls series. Add to that a beautiful soundtrack, art style and story, and it’s easy to see why so many people are eagerly waiting for شوالیه توخالی upcoming sequel, سیلک سانگ. While we’re here, go the extra mile and gift your friend or loved one a physical copy of the game. It comes with a beautiful map of شوالیه توخالی جهان است. — I.B.

خرید Hollow Knight در آمازون – 35 دلار

Laudate Luna

This gift will only appeal to fans of FromSoftware’s Dark Souls series, but let me tell you, if the person you’re buying for falls in that group, they will love you for it. Laudate Luna is a beautiful 12- by 36-inch print of Lordran, the setting where the first game takes place. Anyone who has fond memories of روح تاریک will be able to retrace their journey to Anor Lando and find all the places where they died repeatedly trying to conquer the game’s punishing combat. — I.B.

Buy Laudate Luna print at Fangamer – $36

کارت microSD SanDisk

If buying a gift for someone who enjoys gaming on their Nintendo Switch, there’s a good chance they’ll appreciate it if you get them more storage. The beauty of microSD cards is that they’re affordable. A company like سان دیسک offers 512GB models for less than $100. That’s enough to install about 20 to 30 games. SanDisk sells Switch-specific models, but any UHS-1 compatible microSD card that offers transfer speeds of at least 60 MB/s will do. — I.B.

Buy SanDisk microSD card (128GB) at Amazon – $35

Mooas Multi-Cube Timer

One of the most difficult obstacles with working from home is all the distractions. You’re constantly sidetracked by temptations like TV, the internet or just easy access to the kitchen. A potential solution to that is to use one of these multi-cube timers from Mooas as a productivity tool. Each side corresponds to different lengths of time; to start the timer, you’ll flip the cube so your desired time faces upwards. Flipping the LCD display upwards again will pause it, while turning the display downwards will stop the timer.

There are a number of ways to use them, but I like using the Pomodoro Technique with these. I’ll enable the 30 minute timer which then encourages me to focus just on my work for the allotted time period. Once time is up, I give myself a five minute rest, and then I start it over again. You can also use them as a reminder to stand up and stretch every so often. These timers come in a variety of colors, each with different time pre-sets, so be sure to pick the one with the time lengths you think your loved one will want. - NL

Buy Mooas timer at Amazon – $19

Logitech Lift Vertical mouse

If someone you love spends all of their time on a laptop for work, getting them a wireless mouse can improve the ergonomics of their setup immensely. Not only are they generally more comfortable to use than trackpads, but they can also help improve posture and prevent hand cramping – especially if you get a vertical mouse. Logitech’s Lift is one of its latest vertical mice and it’s ideal for small- to medium-sized hands (those with large hands should check out the MX Vertical instead). The 57-degree angle in its design places their hand in the natural handshake position, which will put less pressure on their wrist than a standard mouse would. It also has a comfortable, soft-touch finish with four customizable buttons that are easy to reach. They’ll be able to connect it to their laptop via a USB receiver or Bluetooth and, regardless of which method they choose, the Lift will last two years before needing replacement AA batteries. - معاون

Buy Logitech Lift Vertical at Amazon – $70

Logitech C920S Pro Full HD webcam

Remote workers might not have to see their co-workers anymore, but that doesn’t mean they don’t have meetings. Any WFH employee will tell you that their days are often inundated with Zoom calls and Google Meet video conferences. That’s why an external webcam is essential, at least if you care about looking good. Our favorite is the Logitech C920S Pro HD webcam, which offers 1080p video quality, autofocus capabilities and white balance adjustment. One big benefit over regular built-in webcams is that they’ll be able to position it however they like, which makes it that much easier to put unsightly household messes out of view. It has a large 78-degree field of view plus a lens cover that will protect your loved ones’ privacy when not in use. - NL

Buy Logitech C920S Pro Full HD at Amazon – $85

Those who sit at their desks all day will appreciate a more ergonomic setup for less back and neck pain. One way to achieve that is with the Ergofoam Ergonomic Adjustable Footrest, which helps provide fim support for your feet and ensure your sitting position is upright. The footrest is made out of memory foam and is covered in a plush velvet, making it super comfortable as well. This particular model is adjustable to two different heights, which is great for those who need a slightly taller footrest. Additionally, the footrest can be flipped upside down and used as a rocker to keep your feet moving, improving your circulation. - NL

Buy Ergofoam foot rest at Amazon – $50