Les meilleurs cadeaux technologiques pour 100 $ ou moins

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

Les écouteurs sans fil abordables d'Audio-Technica ont toujours offert des performances solides qui feraient un excellent cadeau, même en l'absence de suppression du bruit. Les dernières nouveautés de l'entreprise sont les M20xBT, une version Bluetooth des populaires canettes filaires M20x d'A-T. Un ajustement confortable et jusqu'à 60 heures d'autonomie de la batterie ne vous coûteront que 79 $. Connectez-vous à plusieurs appareils à la fois grâce à la connectivité multipoint Bluetooth et contrôlez de manière fiable les morceaux avec des boutons physiques. Le design n'est pas aussi raffiné que les modèles de prix de l'entreprise comme le M50xBT2, mais vous obtenez l'essentiel de ce qui rend les options moins chères d'Audio-Technica si bonnes. — Billy Steele, rédacteur en chef des nouvelles

Acheter M20xBT sur Amazon – 79 $

JLab Go Air Pop

Grâce à JLab, vous pouvez donner un ensemble décent de vrais écouteurs sans fil comme bas de Noël. Pour 20 $, le Allez Air Pop couvre la plupart des bases. Une autonomie de huit heures, des commandes intégrées, des préréglages d'égalisation, une protection contre l'humidité IPX4 et la possibilité d'utiliser un seul écouteur à la fois figurent tous sur la liste des fonctionnalités. Le Go Air Pop est plus petit que son prédécesseur, le Go Air, et ce modèle est livré avec un étui qui se ferme complètement. De plus, la société a conservé l'USB intégré sur le boîtier de charge, vous n'avez donc pas à vous soucier de chercher un câble lorsque vous n'êtes plus alimenté. — BS

Acheter JLab Go Air Pop sur Amazon – 25 $

Wonderboom UE 3

Si vous magasinez pour un haut-parleur Bluetooth cette année, le Wonderboom UE 3 est une petite option abordable qui a encore du punch. Il est à l'épreuve de l'aventure grâce à un indice de protection IP67, la qualité audio est lumineuse et un mode extérieur amplifie les aigus et les basses afin que le son puisse être entendu sur une plus grande distance. Vous pouvez également coupler facilement deux unités Wonderboom 3 pour un son stéréo, ce qui ne vous coûtera pas une fortune grâce au prix bas. Et avec jusqu'à 14 heures d'autonomie, vous devriez pouvoir écouter de la musique pendant un certain temps. — BS

Acheter Wonderboom 3 sur Amazon – 100 $

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, rédactrice en chef

Acheter Roku Ultra sur Amazon – 90 $

Joby Gorillapod 3K Mini-Trépied Flexible

L'un des accessoires les plus utiles pour vlogger sur votre liste de Père Noël sont les célèbres mini-trépieds de Joby, et le meilleur pour l'argent est le GorillaPod 3K. La fixation de votre caméra ne pourrait pas être plus facile grâce à la plaque de montage sécurisée à clip avec un niveau intégré. Et les pieds flexibles vous permettent de placer votre appareil photo n'importe où pour prendre des photos, ou même de l'enrouler autour d'un arbre ou d'un autre objet. Et bien sûr, vous pouvez les plier pour obtenir l'angle de vlogging idéal et stabiliser votre prise de vue, pour démarrer. Mieux encore, vous pouvez désormais en acheter un sur Amazon pour seulement 45 $, une aubaine pour un outil aussi polyvalent. — Steve Dent, Associate Editor

Acheter Joby GorillaPod 3K sur Amazon – 46 $

Mini panneau LED Nanlite LitoLite 5C RGBWW

Une bonne lumière est un outil formidable dans l'arsenal de votre photographe ou vidéaste préféré, et un cadeau relativement abordable pour démarrer. L'un des meilleurs modèles polyvalents est le Mini panneau LED Nanlite LitoLite 5C RGBWW. Il ne pèse que 4.8 onces, mais offre un éclairage à intensité variable sur une gamme de couleurs, avec des ajustements soit sur le luminaire, soit via une application pour smartphone. Il se monte sur n'importe quel mur ou support d'éclairage via un aimant ou des filetages d'un quart de pouce, dispose d'un fonctionnement sans fil et d'une batterie qui fonctionne pendant 1.5 heure à pleine puissance (chargée via USB). La caractéristique la plus intéressante est les effets spéciaux qui vont des lumières clignotantes d'une voiture de police, des flammes, des bougies, un orage et plus encore. — S.D.

Acheter Nanlite LitoLite 5C sur Amazon – 75 $

Carte Lexar Professional 1667x 64 Go SDXS UHS II

Il ne sert plus à rien d'acheter vos cartes UHS-I de photographe préféré alors que des modèles UHS-II plus rapides peuvent être trouvés à peu près au même prix. C'est le cas avec les 64 Go ou 128 Go de Lexar Cartes 1667x V60 UHS-II, disponibles à seulement 33 $ et 50 $, respectivement. Bien qu'elle ne soit pas aussi rapide qu'une carte 2000x haut de gamme, vous bénéficiez toujours de vitesses de lecture et d'écriture plus rapides (250 Mo/s et 120 Mo/s) que n'importe quelle carte UHS-I pour une fraction du prix. Si la vitesse est essentielle, les cartes V90 haut de gamme de SanDisk avec des vitesses de lecture de 300 Mo/s et d'écriture de 260 Mo/s peuvent être trouvées pour 80 $ et 150 $, respectivement. — S.D.

Achetez Lexar Professional 1667x sur Amazon à partir de 33 $

AéroPress Go

L'AeroPress est une façon amusante de préparer une seule tasse de café à la maison avec un appareil qui ne prend pas beaucoup de place dans l'armoire. C'est un brasseur polyvalent qui vous permet d'expérimenter différents temps et forces d'infusion au fur et à mesure. J'aime l'utiliser pour infuser une tasse à double concentration directement sur de la glace chaque fois que j'oublie de faire une infusion froide. Pour le nerd du café sur votre liste qui a déjà une configuration régulière, l'AeroPress est un excellent cadeau. Et le AéroPress Go est encore plus compacte. Il se range parfaitement dans une tasse dans laquelle vous pouvez infuser directement et est parfait pour le camping et les voyages. — BS

Achetez AeroPress Go sur Amazon – 40 $

Cuisinart DBM-8

Vous n'avez pas besoin de faire des folies pour un Encore afin d'obtenir un moulin fiable pour le nerd du café sur votre liste. Avant de faire la mise à jour, j'avais un Cuisinart DBM-8 qui m'a bien servi pendant des années, et il le faisait encore quand je l'ai mis en pâture. Il s'agit d'un broyeur à bavures qui offre une taille de mouture constante avec 18 options différentes au choix - allant du grossier au fin. La trémie contient huit onces de grains tandis que la cartouche peut contenir suffisamment de café moulu pour 32 tasses. Comme vous n'en aurez probablement pas besoin souvent (si jamais), il y a un sélecteur qui broie automatiquement entre quatre et 18 tasses en appuyant sur un bouton. — BS

Acheter Cuisinart DBM-8 sur Amazon – 58 $

Bouilloire électrique à col de cygne Cosori

Une bonne bouilloire est essentielle si vous voulez améliorer votre jeu de brassage maison, et elle peut aussi aider à faire un tas d'autres choses comme du thé, des ramen et plus encore. Bouilloire électrique à col de cygne de Cosori regroupe les fonctionnalités les plus cruciales dans une bouilloire relativement compacte dont le prix est également de 70 $. Les cols de cygne peuvent être intimidants, mais ils vous donnent beaucoup plus de contrôle lorsque vous versez sur un Chemex, et nous pensons que Cosori, avec sa finition noire mate, est également très joli sur la plupart des comptoirs. Il a un intérieur en acier inoxydable et cinq préréglages afin que vous puissiez facilement obtenir la température idéale pour des choses comme le thé vert, le café noir et plus encore. De plus, l'option "hold temp" vous permet de régler et d'oublier un peu l'eau ; vous pouvez l'allumer avant de commencer votre routine matinale et revenir à une eau parfaitement chauffée, prête pour tout ce qui vous attend ce matin-là. — Valentina Palladino, rédactrice commerciale principale

Acheter une bouilloire électrique Cosori sur Amazon – 70 $

BruMate NAV mini

En ce qui concerne les tasses de voyage pour le café et le thé, tout article qui mérite d'être considéré doit cocher quelques cases, surtout si vous en offrez une en cadeau. Pouvoir garder des liquides chauds pendant quelques heures et tenir dans un porte-gobelet est essentiel. NAV mini de BruMate fait les deux, et à 12 onces, c'est la taille parfaite pour les joe en déplacement. De plus, il est 100 % étanche grâce au couvercle robuste de l'entreprise. Il peut également garder les boissons froides au frais pendant plus de 24 heures lorsque cette personne sur votre liste a besoin d'une infusion froide l'été prochain. — BS

Acheter NAV mini chez BruMate – 25 $

Tasse de voyage Stanley Classic Neverleak

Si vous connaissez quelqu'un qui a besoin de garder le café chaud beaucoup plus longtemps qu'une tasse de voyage typique, Neverleak classique de Stanley option est le cadeau parfait. J'en utilise un depuis plus d'un an et il fait un travail incroyable pour maintenir les liquides à température pendant longtemps. La société affirme que votre boisson sera encore chaude jusqu'à neuf heures, et que l'ensemble va au lave-vaisselle pour un nettoyage facile. Le couvercle à trois positions se verrouille également pour éviter les déversements accidentels, même si la tasse est bousculée. — BS

Acheter une tasse Stanly Neverleak sur Amazon – 28 $

Filtre à infusion à froid Miir + bouteille Wide Mouth

Il existe un million de façons de préparer une infusion à froid, mais rien de plus simple que d'ajouter un filtre en acier inoxydable à votre bouteille de voyage isotherme. Le filtre à infusion froide de Miir fonctionne avec certaines de ses boîtes à boissons pour fournir une configuration d'infusion à froid avec des "micro perforations" pour réduire les sédiments après le trempage. Le filtre s'adapte aux bouteilles à large ouverture Miir de 32 et 42 onces (et Tomo de 33 onces) pour une grande quantité de café lisse et froid pour les aventures ou au travail. De plus, ces bouteilles ont un couvercle étanche et peuvent garder les boissons chaudes ou froides pendant des heures. — BS

Achetez un filtre à infusion froide chez Miir – 15 $

Pièce jointe Prismo AeroPress

L'AeroPress est un appareil d'infusion polyvalent et c'est pourquoi nous le gardons sur votre liste de cadeaux de café. Mais avec l'aide de Pièce jointe de 30 $ du boursier, vous pouvez prendre la méthode humble d'un cran. Le Prismo abrite une valve actionnée par la pression conçue pour imiter le processus de fabrication de l'espresso afin que vous puissiez "tirer un coup" sans machine. Cela crée la «crème» que vous n'obtenez généralement pas simplement en préparant un café plus fort avec l'AeroPress seul. Le Prismo est également livré avec un filtre réutilisable afin que vous ne brûliez pas ceux en papier qu'un AeroPress nécessite habituellement. — BS

Acheter la pièce jointe AeoPress chez Fellow - 30 $

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, journaliste principal

Buy Hiware glass pitcher at Amazon – $27

Bouteille d'infusion froide Hario

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 Aspirateur

Tandis que 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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Thé aux pois papillons

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 génération 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. —Jessica Conditt, journaliste principale

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.

Acheter 8BitDo Pro 2 sur Amazon – 50 $

Logitech Litra Lueur

The best thing you can do for your live-streaming setup is to get some good lighting, and Logitech’s Lueur de litre 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.

Acheter Litra Glow sur Amazon – 60 $

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 (2e génération)

Nest Hub de Google 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, rédactrice commerciale

Achetez Nest Hub chez B&H – 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. — T.-N.-L.

Achetez Blink Indoor sur Amazon – 80 $

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 mini version 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. — T.-N.-L.

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. — T.-N.-L.

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 voie Lactée 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

Ce Casse-tête de 1,000 pièces 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 coton ouaté! 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, ce livre 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

Sony 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. — Terrence O'Brien, rédacteur en chef

Acheter Sony MDR-7506 sur Amazon - 100 $

Stratégies obliques

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 Stratégies obliques 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

L'heure de Dilla

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. L'heure de Dilla 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

Du sang, de la sueur et des pixels

Du sang, de la sueur et des pixels 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 Du sang, de la sueur et des pixels 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

Ne laissez pas le 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.

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épine dorsale un

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 épine dorsale un 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.

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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” et “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.

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Hollow Knight

Okay, I lied. We do have one straightforward recommendation: Hollow 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 Chevalier creux upcoming sequel, Silksong. 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 Chevalier creux monde. — I.B.

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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 Dark 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.

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Carte 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 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.

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Minuterie multi-cubes Mooas

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. — T.-N.-L.

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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. — V.-P.

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. — T.-N.-L.

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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. — T.-N.-L.

Buy Ergofoam foot rest at Amazon – $50