The best tech gifts for $100 or less

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.

Áudio-Technica M20xBT

Os fones de ouvido sem fio acessíveis da Audio-Technica oferecem consistentemente um desempenho sólido que seria um ótimo presente, mesmo com a falta de cancelamento de ruído. Os mais recentes da empresa são os M20xBT, uma versão Bluetooth das populares latas com fio M20x da A-T. Um ajuste confortável e até 60 horas de duração da bateria custam apenas US $ 79. Conecte-se a vários dispositivos ao mesmo tempo com conectividade multiponto Bluetooth e controle as músicas de maneira confiável com botões físicos. O design não é tão refinado quanto os modelos mais baratos da empresa, como o M50xBT2, mas você obtém a maior parte do que torna as opções mais baratas da Audio-Technica tão boas. — Billy Steele, editor sênior de notícias

Compre M20xBT na Amazon – $ 79

JLab Go Air Pop

Graças ao JLab, você pode fornecer um conjunto decente de fones de ouvido sem fio verdadeiros como um enchimento de meia. Por US$ 20, o Vá Air Pop cobre a maior parte do básico. Duração da bateria de oito horas, controles integrados, predefinições de equalização, proteção contra umidade IPX4 e a capacidade de usar apenas um fone de ouvido por vez estão todos na lista de recursos. O Go Air Pop é menor que seu antecessor, o Go Air, e este modelo vem com um case que fecha completamente. Além disso, a empresa manteve o USB integrado no estojo de carregamento, para que você não precise se preocupar em procurar um cabo quando estiver sem energia. — BS

Compre JLab Go Air Pop na Amazon – $ 25

EU Wonderboom 3

Se você está comprando um alto-falante Bluetooth este ano, o EU Wonderboom 3 é uma opção acessível e pequena que ainda dá um soco. É à prova de aventura graças a uma classificação IP67, a qualidade de áudio é brilhante e um modo externo aumenta os agudos e os graves para que o som possa ser ouvido a uma distância maior. Você também pode emparelhar facilmente duas unidades Wonderboom 3 para som estéreo, o que não custará uma fortuna graças ao preço baixo. E com até 14 horas de duração da bateria, você poderá manter as músicas por um tempo. — BS

Compre Wonderboom 3 na 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, editora sênior

Compre Roku Ultra na Amazon – $ 90

Minitripé flexível Joby Gorillapod 3K

Um dos acessórios mais úteis para o vlogger na sua lista de Papai Noel são os famosos mini-tripés de Joby, e o melhor pelo dinheiro é o GorillaPod 3K. Anexar sua câmera não poderia ser mais fácil graças à placa de montagem de encaixe segura com um nível embutido. E as pernas flexíveis permitem que você coloque sua câmera em qualquer lugar para fotografar, ou até mesmo enrole-a em torno de uma árvore ou outro objeto. E, claro, você pode dobrá-los para o ângulo de vlogging ideal e estabilizar suas filmagens, para inicializar. O melhor de tudo, agora você pode comprar um na Amazon por apenas US $ 45, uma pechincha para uma ferramenta tão versátil. — Steve Dent, Associate Editor

Compre Joby GorillaPod 3K na Amazon – $ 46

Mini painel LED Nanlite LitoLite 5C RGBWW

Uma boa luz é uma ferramenta incrível no arsenal do seu fotógrafo ou cinegrafista favorito e um presente relativamente acessível. Um dos melhores modelos versáteis é o Mini painel LED Nanlite LitoLite 5C RGBWW. Ele pesa apenas 4.8 onças, mas oferece iluminação regulável em uma variedade de cores, com ajustes no equipamento ou por meio de um aplicativo de smartphone. Ele é montado em qualquer parede ou suporte de luz por meio de um ímã ou roscas de um quarto de polegada, possui operação sem fio e uma bateria que funciona por 1.5 horas em potência máxima (carregada via USB). A característica mais interessante são os efeitos especiais que variam de luzes piscantes de um carro de polícia, chamas, luzes de velas, uma tempestade de raios e muito mais. — S.D.

Compre Nanlite LitoLite 5C na Amazon – $ 75

Cartão Lexar Professional 1667x 64GB SDXS UHS II

Não faz mais sentido comprar seus cartões UHS-I para fotógrafos favoritos quando modelos UHS-II mais rápidos podem ser encontrados quase pelo mesmo preço. Esse é o caso dos 64 GB ou 128 GB da Lexar Cartões 1667x V60 UHS-II, disponível por apenas US$ 33 e US$ 50, respectivamente. Embora não seja tão rápido quanto um cartão 2000x top de linha, você ainda obtém velocidades de leitura e gravação mais rápidas (250 MB/s e 120 MB/s) do que qualquer cartão UHS-I por uma fração do preço. Se a velocidade for essencial, as placas V90 topo de linha da SanDisk com velocidades de leitura de 300 MB/s e de gravação de 260 MB/s podem ser encontradas por US$ 80 e US$ 150, respectivamente. — S.D.

Compre Lexar Professional 1667x na Amazon a partir de US$ 33

AeroPress Go

A AeroPress é uma maneira divertida de fazer uma única xícara de café em casa com um aparelho que não ocupa muito espaço no gabinete. É um cervejeiro versátil que permite que você experimente diferentes tempos e pontos de infusão à medida que avança. Eu gosto de usá-lo para preparar uma xícara de força dupla diretamente sobre o gelo sempre que esqueço de fazer cerveja gelada. Para o nerd de café em sua lista que já possui uma configuração regular, o AeroPress é um ótimo presente. E a AeroPress Go é ainda mais compacto. Ele se encaixa perfeitamente dentro de um copo que você pode preparar diretamente e é perfeito para acampar e viajar. — BS

Compre AeroPress Go na Amazon – $ 40

Cuisinart DBM-8

Você não precisa fazer alarde por um encore para obter um moedor confiável para o nerd de café da sua lista. Antes de atualizar, eu tinha um Cuisinart DBM-8 isso me serviu bem por anos, e ainda estava funcionando quando eu a coloquei no pasto. É um moedor de rebarbas, por isso fornece um tamanho de moagem consistente com 18 opções diferentes para escolher - abrangendo grosso a fino. A tremonha contém oito onças de grãos, enquanto a vasilha pode acomodar café moído suficiente para 32 xícaras. Como você provavelmente não precisará com tanta frequência (ou nunca), há um seletor que moerá automaticamente entre quatro e 18 xícaras com o pressionar de um botão. — BS

Compre Cuisinart DBM-8 na Amazon – $ 58

Chaleira Elétrica Cosori Gooseneck

Uma boa chaleira é essencial se você quiser melhorar seu jogo de fabricação de cerveja em casa, e pode ajudar a fazer várias outras coisas, como chá, ramen e muito mais. Chaleira Elétrica Gooseneck Cosori embala os recursos mais cruciais em uma chaleira relativamente compacta que também custa US $ 70. Goosenecks podem ser intimidantes, mas dão a você muito mais controle ao derramar um Chemex, e achamos que o Cosori's, com seu acabamento preto fosco, também fica muito bonito na maioria das bancadas. Ele tem um interior de aço inoxidável e cinco predefinições para que você possa obter facilmente a temperatura perfeita para coisas como chá verde, café preto e muito mais. Além disso, a opção “hold temp” permite definir e esquecer um pouco a água; você pode ligá-lo antes de iniciar sua rotina matinal e voltar para a água perfeitamente aquecida, pronta para o que quer que esteja pegando naquela manhã. — Valentina Palladino, editora sênior de comércio

Compre a chaleira elétrica Cosori na Amazon – $ 70

BruMate NAV mini

Quando se trata de canecas de viagem para café e chá, qualquer item que valha a pena considerar precisa verificar algumas caixas – especialmente se você estiver dando uma como presente. Ser capaz de manter os líquidos quentes por algumas horas e caber em um porta-copos são essenciais. Mini NAV da BruMate faz ambos, e em 12 onças, é o tamanho perfeito para joe on-the-go. Além disso, é 100% à prova de vazamentos, graças à tampa robusta da empresa. Ele também pode manter bebidas geladas geladas por mais de 24 horas quando alguém da sua lista precisa de cerveja gelada no próximo verão. — BS

Compre NAV mini na BruMate – $ 25

Caneca de viagem Stanley Classic Neverleak

Se você conhece alguém que precisa manter o café quente por muito mais tempo do que uma caneca de viagem típica, O clássico Neverleak de Stanley opção é o presente perfeito. Eu uso um desses há mais de um ano e ele faz um trabalho incrível em manter os líquidos à temperatura por um longo tempo. A empresa diz que sua bebida ainda estará quente por até nove horas, além de ser lavável na máquina de lavar louça para facilitar a limpeza. A tampa de três posições também fecha para evitar derramamentos acidentais, mesmo que a caneca seja empurrada. — BS

Compre a caneca Stanly Neverleak na Amazon – $ 28

Filtro de cerveja fria Miir + garrafa de boca larga

Há um milhão de maneiras de fazer cerveja fria, mas não fica muito mais fácil do que adicionar um filtro de aço inoxidável à sua garrafa de viagem isolada. O filtro de cerveja fria do Miir funciona com alguns de seus recipientes de copos para fornecer uma configuração de fermentação fria com “microperfurações” para reduzir os sedimentos após a maceração. O filtro se encaixa nas garrafas de boca larga de 32 e 42 onças da Miir (e no Tomo de 33 onças) para uma abundância de café suave e frio para aventuras ou levar para o trabalho. Além disso, essas garrafas têm uma tampa à prova de vazamentos e podem manter as bebidas quentes ou frias por horas. — BS

Compre filtro de cerveja fria na Miir – $ 15

Companheiro Prismo AeroPress anexo

O AeroPress é um dispositivo de preparo versátil e é por isso que o mantemos em sua lista de guia de presentes de café. Mas com a ajuda de Anexo de $ 30 do bolsista, você pode elevar um pouco o método humilde. O Prismo abriga uma válvula acionada por pressão projetada para imitar o processo de fazer café expresso para que você possa “tirar uma dose” sem uma máquina. Isso cria o “crema” que você normalmente não obtém apenas preparando um café mais forte apenas com o AeroPress. O Prismo também vem com um filtro reutilizável para que você não gaste os de papel que uma AeroPress normalmente requer. — BS

Compre o anexo AeoPress no 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, repórter sênior

Buy Hiware glass pitcher at Amazon – $27

Garrafa Hario Cold Brew

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

Companheiro Atmos Vacuum Canister

Enquanto 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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Chá de Ervilha Borboleta

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 Geração 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, repórter sênior

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.

Compre 8BitDo Pro 2 na Amazon - $ 50

Logitech Litra Brilho

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

Compre Litra Glow na 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 (2ª geração)

Nest Hub do 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, Escritora de Comércio

Compre o Nest Hub na B&H – US$ 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

Compre Blink Indoor na 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 versão 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

Compre Eero 6 na 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 via Láctea 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

Esta quebra-cabeça de 1,000 peças 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 moletom com capuz! 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, este livro 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, editor-chefe

Compre Sony MDR-7506 na Amazon - $ 100

Estratégias oblíquas

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 Estratégias oblíquas 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

Hora 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. Hora 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

Sangue, suor e pixels

Sangue, suor e 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 Vale – the stories that populate Sangue, suor e 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

Não deixe o 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.

Compre Logitech G305 na Amazon - $ 50

Espinha dorsal um

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 Espinha dorsal um 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.

Compre Backbone One na Amazon – $ 100

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

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 Cavaleiro oco 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 Cavaleiro oco mundo. — I.B.

Compre Hollow Knight na Amazon – $ 35

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.

Buy Laudate Luna print at Fangamer – $36

Cartão 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.

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

Temporizador Multi-Cubo 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. — 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