Parhaat tekniset lahjat 100 dollarilla tai vähemmän

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

Audio-Technican edulliset langattomat kuulokkeet ovat jatkuvasti tarjonneet vankan suorituskyvyn, joka olisi loistava lahja, vaikka melunvaimennusta ei olisikaan. Yhtiön uusimmat ovat M20xBT, Bluetooth-versio A-T:n suosituista M20x langallisista tölkeistä. Mukava istuvuus ja jopa 60 tunnin akunkesto maksavat sinulle vain 79 dollaria. Yhdistä useisiin laitteisiin kerralla Bluetooth-monipisteyhteydellä ja ohjaa sävelmiä luotettavasti fyysisillä painikkeilla. Suunnittelu ei ole niin hienostunut kuin yrityksen hinnoitellut mallit, kuten M50xBT2, mutta saat suurimman osan siitä, mikä tekee Audio-Technican halvemmista vaihtoehdoista niin hyviä. — Billy Steele, vanhempi uutistoimittaja

Osta M20xBT Amazonista - 79 dollaria

JLab Go Air Pop

JLabin ansiosta voit antaa kunnollisen sarjan aitoja langattomia kuulokkeita sukkahousuksi. 20 dollarilla, Go Air Pop kattaa suurimman osan perusasioista. Kahdeksan tunnin akunkesto, sisäiset ohjaimet, EQ-esiasetukset, IPX4-kosteussuoja ja mahdollisuus käyttää vain yhtä nappikuuloketta kerrallaan ovat kaikki ominaisuusluettelossa. Go Air Pop on pienempi kuin edeltäjänsä Go Air, ja tämän mallin mukana tulee täysin sulkeutuva kotelo. Lisäksi yritys piti integroidun USB:n latauskotelossa, joten sinun ei tarvitse huolehtia kaapelin etsimisestä, kun virta loppuu. – BS

Osta JLab Go Air Pop Amazonista – 25 dollaria

eu wonderboom 3

Jos ostat Bluetooth-kaiuttimen tänä vuonna, eu wonderboom 3 on edullinen, pieni vaihtoehto, joka on silti tehokas. Se on seikkailunkestävä IP67-luokituksen ansiosta, äänenlaatu on kirkas ja ulkotila tehostaa diskanttia ja bassoa, jotta ääni kuuluu kauempana. Voit myös helposti yhdistää kaksi Wonderboom 3 -yksikköä stereoääntä varten, mikä ei maksa sinulle omaisuuksia edullisen hinnan ansiosta. Ja jopa 14 tunnin akunkeston ansiosta sinun pitäisi pystyä pitämään kappaleet käynnissä jonkin aikaa. – BS

Osta Wonderboom 3 Amazonista – 100 dollaria

Roku Ultra

If you're not a fan of the Apple TV, the Roku Ultra 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. - Devindra Hardawar, vanhempi toimittaja

Osta Roku Ultra Amazonista - 90 dollaria

Joby Gorillapod 3K joustava minijalusta

Yksi hyödyllisimmistä vloggaajien lisävarusteista joulupukkilistallasi ovat Jobyn kuuluisat minijalustat, ja rahalle paras on GorillaPod 3K. Kameran kiinnittäminen ei voisi olla helpompaa turvallisen kiinnityslevyn, jossa on sisäänrakennettu vaaka, ansiosta. Joustavien jalkojen avulla voit asettaa kameran mihin tahansa kuvaamaan tai jopa kääriä sen puun tai muun esineen ympärille. Ja tietysti voit taivuttaa ne ihanteelliseen vloggauskulmaan ja tasata kuvausta käynnistyksen ajaksi. Mikä parasta, voit nyt ostaa sellaisen Amazonista vain 45 dollarilla, mikä on edullinen hinta tällaisesta monipuolisesta työkalusta. — Steve Dent, Associate Editor

Osta Joby GorillaPod 3K Amazonista – 46 dollaria

Nanlite LitoLite 5C RGBWW Mini LED-paneeli

Hyvä valo on mahtava työkalu suosikkivalokuvaajasi tai -videokuvaajasi arsenaalissa ja suhteellisen edullinen käynnistyslahja. Yksi parhaista yleismalleista on Nanlite LitoLite 5C RGBWW Mini LED-paneeli. Se painaa vain 4.8 unssia, mutta tarjoaa himmennettävän valaistuksen useissa väreissä joko valaisimessa tai älypuhelinsovelluksen kautta säädettävissä. Se kiinnitetään mihin tahansa seinä- tai valotelineeseen magneetin tai neljännestuuman kierteiden avulla, siinä on langaton toiminta ja akku, joka toimii 1.5 tuntia täydellä teholla (ladattuna USB:n kautta). Mielenkiintoisin ominaisuus on erikoistehosteet, jotka vaihtelevat poliisiauton vilkkuvista valoista, liekkeistä, kynttilänvaloista, ukkosmyrskystä ja muusta. — S.D.

Osta Nanlite LitoLite 5C Amazonista – 75 dollaria

Lexar Professional 1667x 64GB SDXS UHS II -kortti

Ei ole enää mitään järkeä ostaa suosikkikuvaajan UHS-I-kortteja, kun nopeampia UHS-II-malleja löytyy lähes samaan hintaan. Näin on Lexarin 64 Gt tai 128 Gt:n tapauksessa 1667x V60 UHS-II-kortit, saatavilla vain 33 dollarilla ja 50 dollarilla. Vaikka et ole yhtä nopea kuin huippuluokan 2000x-kortti, saat silti nopeamman luku- ja kirjoitusnopeuden (250 Mt/s ja 120 Mt/s) kuin mikään UHS-I-kortti murto-osalla hinnasta. Jos nopeus on olennaista, niin SanDiskin huippuluokan V90-kortit 300 Mt/s luku- ja 260 Mt/s kirjoitusnopeudella löytyvät vastaavasti 80 dollarilla ja 150 dollarilla. — S.D.

Osta Lexar Professional 1667x Amazonista alkaen 33 dollarista

AeroPress Go

AeroPress on hauska tapa valmistaa yksi kuppi kahvia kotona laitteella, joka ei vie paljon tilaa kaapissa. Se on monipuolinen panimo, jonka avulla voit kokeilla erilaisia ​​infuusioaikoja ja vahvuuksia. Haluan käyttää sitä hauduttamaan kaksinkertaisen vahvuuden kupin suoraan jään päällä aina, kun unohdan tehdä kylmän haudutuksen. AeroPress on loistava lahja listallasi olevalle kahvinörille, jolla on jo normaali asetukset. Ja AeroPress Go on vielä kompaktimpi. Se mahtuu siististi kupin sisään, johon voit hautua suoraan, ja se on täydellinen retkeilyyn ja matkustamiseen. – BS

Osta AeroPress Go Amazonista – 40 dollaria

Cuisinart DBM-8

Sinun ei tarvitse tuhlata Encorea saadaksesi luotettavan myllyn listallasi olevalle kahvinörille. Ennen päivitystä minulla oli a Cuisinart DBM-8 joka palveli minua hyvin vuosia, ja se teki niin edelleen, kun laitoin sen laitumelle. Se on jäysemylly, joten se tarjoaa tasaisen jauhatuskoon 18 eri vaihtoehdolla valittavana – karkeasta hienoon. Suppiloon mahtuu kahdeksan unssia papuja, kun taas kanisteriin mahtuu tarpeeksi jauhettua kahvia 32 kupilliseen. Koska et todennäköisesti tarvitse niin usein (jos koskaan), valitsin jauhaa automaattisesti neljän ja 18 kupin arvosta napin painalluksella. – BS

Osta Cuisinart DBM-8 Amazonista – 58 dollaria

Cosori Gooseneck vedenkeitin

Hyvä vedenkeitin on välttämätön, jos haluat parantaa kotipanimopeliäsi, ja se voi auttaa valmistamaan myös paljon muuta, kuten teetä, ramenia ja paljon muuta. Cosorin Gooseneck vedenkeitin pakkaa tärkeimmät ominaisuudet suhteellisen kompaktiin vedenkeittimeen, jonka hinta on myös 70 dollaria. Hanhenkaulat voivat olla pelottavia, mutta ne antavat sinulle paljon enemmän hallintaa, kun kaadat Chemexin päälle, ja mielestämme Cosori's näyttää mattamustalla viimeistelyllään myös melko hyvältä useimmilla työtasoilla. Siinä on ruostumattomasta teräksestä valmistettu sisäpuoli ja viisi esiasetusta, joten saat helposti täydellisen lämpötilan esimerkiksi vihreälle teelle, mustalle kahville ja muille. Lisäksi "pidä lämpötila" -vaihtoehdon avulla voit asettaa ja unohtaa veden hetkeksi; voit kytkeä sen päälle ennen kuin aloitat aamurutiinisi ja palata täydellisesti lämmitettyyn veteen, valmiina kaikkeen, mikä sinua tuo aamulla vastaan. — Valentina Palladino, vanhempi kaupallinen toimittaja

Osta Cosorin vedenkeitin Amazonista - 70 dollaria

BruMate NAV mini

Mitä tulee matkamukeihin kahvia ja teetä varten, jokaisen harkitsemisen arvoisen tuotteen on rastitettava muutama laatikko – varsinkin jos annat sellaisen lahjaksi. On tärkeää, että nesteet pysyvät kuumana muutaman tunnin ja mahtuvat mukitelineeseen. BruMaten NAV mini tekee molempia, ja 12 unssia, se on täydellinen koko on-the-go Joe. Lisäksi se on 100-prosenttisesti vuototiivis yrityksen vankan kannen ansiosta. Se voi myös pitää kylmät juomat kylmässä yli 24 tuntia, kun joku listallasi tarvitsee kylmää juomaa ensi kesänä. – BS

Osta NAV mini BruMatesta – 25 dollaria

Stanley Classic Neverleak -matkamuki

Jos tiedät jonkun, jonka täytyy pitää kahvi kuumana paljon pidempään kuin tavallinen matkamuki, Stanley's Classic Neverleak vaihtoehto on täydellinen lahja. Olen käyttänyt yhtä näistä reilusti yli vuoden ja se tekee uskomatonta työtä nesteiden pitämisessä lämpötilassa pitkään. Yhtiö sanoo, että juomasi on edelleen lämmin jopa yhdeksän tuntia, ja koko asia on astianpesukoneen kestävä puhdistamisen helpottamiseksi. Kolmiasentoinen kansi lukittuu myös vahingossa roikkien estämiseksi, vaikka muki joutuisi tönäisemään ympäriinsä. – BS

Osta Stanly Neverleak -muki Amazonista – 28 dollaria

Miir kylmäsuodatin + Wide Mouth -pullo

Kylmäoluen valmistamiseen on miljoonia tapoja, mutta se ei ole paljon helpompaa kuin ruostumattomasta teräksestä valmistetun suodattimen lisääminen eristettyyn matkapulloon. Miirin kylmäsuodatin toimii joidenkin juoma-astioiden kanistereilla tarjotaan kylmäkeitin, jossa on "mikroreiät", jotka vähentävät sedimenttiä liotuksen jälkeen. Suodatin sopii Miirin 32- ja 42-unssin Wide Mouth -pulloihin (ja 33 unssin Tomo-pulloihin), jotta saat runsaasti pehmeää, kylmää kahvia seikkailuihin tai töihin mukaan. Lisäksi näissä pulloissa on vuotamaton kansi ja ne voivat pitää juomat kuumana tai kylmänä tuntikausia. – BS

Osta kylmäsuodatin Miiristä – 15 dollaria

Fellow Prismo AeroPress -liitin

AeroPress on monipuolinen keittolaite ja siksi pidämme sen kahvilahjaoppaasi listalla. Mutta avulla Kaverin 30 dollarin liite, voit nostaa vaatimatonta menetelmää ylemmäs. Prismossa on painetoiminen venttiili, joka on suunniteltu jäljittelemään espresson valmistusprosessia, jotta voit "vetää lyönnin" ilman konetta. Tämä luo "creman", jota et tavallisesti saa vain keittämällä vahvempaa kahvia pelkällä AeroPressillä. Prismossa on myös uudelleen käytettävä suodatin, joten et polta läpi paperisuodattimia, joita AeroPress yleensä vaatii. – BS

Osta AeoPress-liite Fellowista – 30 dollaria

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, vanhempi toimittaja

Buy Hiware glass pitcher at Amazon – $27

Hario Cold Brew -pullo

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. — SR

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. — SR

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. — SR

Buy OXO tea infuser basket at Amazon – $15

Fellow Atmos -tyhjiösäiliö

Vaikka 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. — SR

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). — SR

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. — SR

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. — SR

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. — SR

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Butterfly Herne Tea

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. — SR

Buy butterfly pea tea at Amazon – $22

Astro A10, 2. sukupolvi

Astro's A10 Gen 2 saa työnsä tehtyä ja näyttää samalla söpöltä, olipa henkilökohtainen tyylisi mikä tahansa. Gen 2:ta on saatavilla useissa eri väreissä ja kuvioissa syvämustasta neonyksityiskohtien kanssa pastellin purppuraan tai sinivihreään, mikä tarkoittaa, että jokaiseen suoratoistotunnelmaan löytyy jotakin. Siinä on mykistettävä käännettävä mikrofoni, uskomattoman joustava runko sekä vaihdettavat korvatyynyt ja sankatyyny. Tämä kuulokemikrofoni on yhteensopiva PC:n, Macin, PlayStation 5:n, Xbox Series X/S:n ja Switchin kanssa, joten ota se käyttöön pelaamistavasta riippumatta. -Jessica Conditt, vanhempi toimittaja

Osta Astro A10 Gen 2 Amazonista – 60 dollaria

8bitdo Pro 2 Bluetooth-ohjain

8bitdo osaa langattoman peliohjaimen ja Pro 2 Bluetooth-ohjain ei ole poikkeus. Olipa kyseessä läpinäkyvä runko-erikoisversio tai klassinen musta, valkoinen tai harmaa, Pro 2 tarjoaa tarkat tulot, tukee jopa kolmea mukautettua profiilia ja kaksi ylimääräistä takapainiketta. Pro 2 näyttää vanhan koulun ohjaimelta, mutta siinä on edistyneet, modernit ominaisuudet ja se toimii PC:n, Macin, Androidin ja Switchin kanssa. — J.C.

Osta 8BitDo Pro 2 Amazonista – 50 dollaria

Logitech Litra Glow

Parasta, mitä voit tehdä suoratoistoasetuksissasi, on hankkia hyvä valaistus ja Logitechin valaistus Litran hehku oletko suojannut. Tämä on pieni, kiinnitettävä LED-neliö, joka tuottaa hajanaisen, pehmeän hehkun ilman karkeita varjoja tai määriteltyjä reunoja, ja se on suunniteltu saamaan kohteet näyttämään parhaalta. Siinä on jatkettava kolmisuuntainen näyttöteline ja se saa virtaa USB-virrasta. — J.C.

Osta Litra Glow Amazonista - 60 dollaria

Häipyvät neonkyltit

Nanoleaf saattaa olla johtava tuotemerkki suoratoistovalaistuksen suhteen, mutta näytön hehkun alalla on paljon muita, halvempia vaihtoehtoja. Wanxingon esimerkiksi sarja valokylttejä, jotka saavat suoratoistotilan pompottamaan hinnoilla, jotka eivät kaada budjettiasi. Valittavana on paljon malleja, mukaan lukien pääkalloja, sydämiä, haamuja, peliohjaimia ja söpöä tekstiä, joista jokainen on saatavana alle 40 dollarilla. — J.C.

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Google Nest Hub (2. sukupolvi)

Googlen Nest Hub 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. - Nicole Lee, kaupallinen kirjailija

Osta Nest Hub B&H:sta – 100 $

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

Osta Blink Indoor Amazonista - 80 dollaria

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 miniversio 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

Osta Eero 6 Amazonista - 89 dollaria

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 Linnunrata 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

Tämä 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 huppari! 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, Tämä kirja 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

SonyMDR-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. — Terrence O'Brien, toimitusjohtaja

Osta Sony MDR-7506 Amazonista - 100 dollaria

Vino strategiat

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 Vino strategiat 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

Dilla aika

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. Dilla aika 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

Kuinka kirjoittaa yksi kappale

If there’s an aspiring songwriter on your list, consider picking them up a copy of Kuinka kirjoittaa yksi kappale. 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

Veri, hiki ja pikseleitä

Veri, hiki ja pikseleitä is a must-read for anyone with even a passing interest in video games. Across 268 captivating pages, Bloomberg 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 The Last of Us director Neil Druckmann and Eric Barone, the creator of Stardew Valley – the stories that populate Veri, hiki ja pikseleitä 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

Älä anna 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.

Osta Logitech G305 Amazonista - 50 dollaria

Selkäranka Yksi

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 Selkäranka Yksi 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.

Osta Backbone One Amazonista – 100 dollaria

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 Hades may be his best yet. From start to finish, the Hades Original Soundtrack is filled with tunes like ”Out of Tartarus” ja “The Unseen Ones” that will make you stand up and shred an air guitar. It’s the perfect gift for fans of Hades (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

ontto Knight

Okay, I lied. We do have one straightforward recommendation: ontto Knight. Team Cherry’s debut title is one of the best games made in the past five years. It combines the exploration of a 2D Metroid-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 Hollow Knight's upcoming sequel, silkkilaulu. 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 Hollow Knight's maailmassa. — I.B.

Osta Hollow Knight Amazonista - 35 dollaria

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 Tumma Souls 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

SanDisk microSD-kortti

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 SanDisk 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 ajastin

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. — VP

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