Ang pinakamagandang tech na regalo sa halagang $100 o mas mababa

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

Ang abot-kayang wireless headphone ng Audio-Technica ay patuloy na nag-aalok ng matatag na pagganap na magiging isang magandang regalo, kahit na may kakulangan ng pagkansela ng ingay. Ang pinakahuling kumpanya ay ang M20xBT, isang bersyon ng Bluetooth ng sikat na M20x wired can ng A-T. Ang comfy fit at hanggang 60 oras na buhay ng baterya ay gagastos ka lang ng $79. Kumonekta sa maraming device nang sabay-sabay gamit ang Bluetooth multipoint connectivity at mapagkakatiwalaang kontrolin ang mga tune gamit ang mga pisikal na button. Ang disenyo ay hindi kasing pino gaya ng mga modelo ng presyo ng kumpanya tulad ng M50xBT2, ngunit nakukuha mo ang karamihan sa kung bakit napakahusay ng mga mas murang opsyon ng Audio-Technica. —Billy Steele, Senior News Editor

Bumili ng M20xBT sa Amazon – $79

JLab Go Air Pop

Salamat sa JLab, maaari kang magbigay ng isang disenteng hanay ng mga tunay na wireless earbuds bilang isang stocking stuffer. Para sa $20, ang Go Air Pop sumasaklaw sa karamihan ng mga pangunahing kaalaman. Ang walong oras na tagal ng baterya, on-board na mga kontrol, EQ preset, IPX4 moisture protection at ang kakayahang gumamit ng isang earbud lang sa isang pagkakataon ay nasa listahan ng mga feature. Ang Go Air Pop ay mas maliit kaysa sa hinalinhan nito, ang Go Air, at ang modelong ito ay may kasamang case na ganap na nagsasara. Higit pa rito, itinago ng kumpanya ang pinagsamang USB sa charging case, kaya hindi mo kailangang mag-alala tungkol sa paghahanap ng cable kapag wala ka nang kuryente. — BS

Bumili ng JLab Go Air Pop sa Amazon – $25

EU Wonderboom 3

Kung namimili ka ng Bluetooth speaker ngayong taon, ang EU Wonderboom 3 ay isang abot-kayang, maliit na opsyon na mayroon pa ring isang suntok. Ito ay adventure-proof salamat sa isang IP67 rating, ang kalidad ng audio ay maliwanag at ang isang panlabas na mode ay nagpapalakas ng treble at bass upang marinig ang tunog sa mas malayong distansya. Madali mo ring maipares ang dalawang unit ng Wonderboom 3 para sa stereo sound, na hindi ka gagastos ng malaki salamat sa mababang presyo. At sa hanggang 14 na oras na tagal ng baterya, dapat mong mapanatili ang mga himig nang ilang sandali. — BS

Bumili ng Wonderboom 3 sa 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, Senior Editor

Bumili ng Roku Ultra sa Amazon – $90

Joby Gorillapod 3K Flexible na Mini-Tripod

Isa sa mga pinakakapaki-pakinabang na accessory doon para sa vlogger sa iyong listahan ng Santa ay ang mga sikat na mini-tripod ni Joby, at ang pinakamaganda para sa pera ay ang GorillaPod 3K. Hindi magiging madali ang pag-attach ng iyong camera salamat sa secure na clip-in mounting plate na may built-in na antas. At ang mga nababaluktot na binti ay nagbibigay-daan sa iyo na itakda ang iyong camera kahit saan para kunan, o kahit na ibalot ito sa isang puno o iba pang bagay. At siyempre, maaari mong ibaluktot ang mga ito para sa perpektong anggulo ng vlogging at i-steady ang iyong shooting, para mag-boot. Pinakamaganda sa lahat, maaari ka na ngayong pumili ng isa sa Amazon sa halagang $45 lang, isang bargain para sa isang maraming gamit na tool. — Steve Dent, Associate Editor

Bumili ng Joby GorillaPod 3K sa Amazon – $46

Nanlite LitoLite 5C RGBWW Mini LED Panel

Ang isang magandang ilaw ay isang kahanga-hangang tool sa iyong paboritong photographer o videographer's arsenal, at isang medyo abot-kayang regalo na i-boot. Ang isa sa mga pinakamahusay na all-around na modelo ay ang Nanlite LitoLite 5C RGBWW Mini LED Panel. Ito ay tumitimbang lamang ng 4.8 ounces, ngunit nag-aalok ng dimmable lighting sa iba't ibang kulay, na may mga pagsasaayos sa alinman sa fixture o sa pamamagitan ng isang smartphone app. Naka-mount ito sa anumang dingding o light stand sa pamamagitan ng magnet o quarter-inch na mga thread, may cordless na operasyon at baterya na tumatakbo nang 1.5 oras nang buong lakas (sisingilin sa pamamagitan ng USB). Ang pinaka-kagiliw-giliw na tampok ay ang mga espesyal na epekto na mula sa kumikislap na mga ilaw ng kotse ng pulis, apoy, ilaw ng kandila, isang bagyo ng kidlat at higit pa. — S.D.

Bumili ng Nanlite LitoLite 5C sa Amazon – $75

Lexar Professional 1667x 64GB SDXS UHS II card

Wala nang saysay na bilhin ang iyong mga paboritong photographer na UHS-I card kapag ang mas mabibilis na modelo ng UHS-II ay matatagpuan sa halos parehong presyo. Iyan ang kaso sa 64GB o 128GB ng Lexar 1667x V60 UHS-II card, magagamit sa halagang $33 at $50 lamang, ayon sa pagkakabanggit. Bagama't hindi kasing bilis ng top-of-the-line na 2000x card, mas mabilis ka pa ring magbasa at magsulat (250 MB/s at 120MB/s) kaysa sa anumang UHS-I card para sa isang fraction ng presyo. Kung ang bilis ay ang kakanyahan, kung gayon ang mga top-end na V90 card ng SanDisk na may 300MB/s read at 260MB/s na bilis ng pagsulat ay makikita sa halagang $80 at $150, ayon sa pagkakabanggit. — S.D.

Bumili ng Lexar Professional 1667x sa Amazon simula sa $33

AeroPress Go

Ang AeroPress ay isang masayang paraan upang gumawa ng isang tasa ng kape sa bahay gamit ang isang apparatus na hindi kumukuha ng maraming espasyo sa cabinet. Isa itong versatile na brewer na nagbibigay-daan sa iyong mag-eksperimento sa iba't ibang oras at lakas ng pagbubuhos habang nagpapatuloy ka. Gusto kong gamitin ito para mag-brew ng double-strength cup nang direkta sa yelo sa tuwing nakalimutan kong gumawa ng cold brew. Para sa coffee nerd sa iyong listahan na mayroon nang regular na setup, ang AeroPress ay gumagawa ng isang magandang regalo. At ang AeroPress Go ay mas compact. Ito ay maayos na nakalagay sa loob ng isang tasa na maaari mong itimpla nang direkta at perpekto para sa kamping at paglalakbay. — BS

Bumili ng AeroPress Go sa Amazon – $40

Cuisinart DBM-8

Hindi mo kailangang mag-splurge para sa isang Encore para makakuha ng maaasahang grinder para sa coffee nerd sa iyong listahan. Bago ako mag-upgrade, mayroon akong isang Cuisinart DBM-8 na nagsilbi sa akin ng mabuti sa loob ng maraming taon, at ginagawa pa rin ito nang ilagay ko ito sa pastulan. Isa itong burr grinder kaya nagbibigay ito ng pare-parehong laki ng giling na may 18 iba't ibang opsyon na mapagpipilian – sumasaklaw sa magaspang hanggang pino. Ang hopper ay may hawak na walong onsa ng beans habang ang canister ay kayang tumanggap ng sapat na giniling na kape para sa 32 tasa. Dahil malamang na hindi mo na kakailanganin nang ganoon kadalas (kung mayroon man), mayroong isang tagapili na awtomatikong gumiling sa pagitan ng apat at 18 tasa na nagkakahalaga sa pagpindot ng isang pindutan. — BS

Bumili ng Cuisinart DBM-8 sa Amazon – $58

Cosori Gooseneck Electric Kettle

Ang isang mahusay na kettle ay mahalaga kung gusto mong i-up ang iyong home-brewing game, at makakatulong ito sa paggawa ng maraming iba pang bagay tulad ng tsaa, ramen at higit pa. Ang Gooseneck Electric Kettle ng Cosori naglalagay ng pinakamahahalagang feature sa isang medyo compact na kettle na may presyo din na $70. Maaaring nakakatakot ang mga gooseneck ngunit binibigyan ka nila ng higit na kontrol kapag nagbuhos sa isang Chemex, at sa tingin namin, ang Cosori's, na may matte na itim na pagtatapos, ay mukhang maganda rin sa karamihan ng mga countertop. Mayroon itong stainless steel interior at limang preset para madali mong makuha ang perpektong temperatura para sa mga bagay tulad ng green tea, black coffee at higit pa. Dagdag pa, hinahayaan ka ng opsyong "hold temp" na itakda at makalimutan ang tubig nang kaunti; maaari mo itong i-on bago mo simulan ang iyong pang-umagang routine at bumalik sa perpektong pinainit na tubig, handa na para sa anumang darating sa iyo sa umagang iyon. — Valentina Palladino, Senior Commerce Editor

Bumili ng Cosori electric kettle sa Amazon – $70

BruMate NAV mini

Pagdating sa mga travel mug para sa kape at tsaa, ang anumang bagay na dapat isaalang-alang ay kailangang maglagay ng ilang kahon – lalo na kung nagbibigay ka ng isa bilang regalo. Ang kakayahang panatilihing mainit ang mga likido sa loob ng ilang oras at magkasya sa lalagyan ng tasa ay mahalaga. NAV mini ng BruMate pareho, at sa 12 ounces, ito ang perpektong sukat para sa on-the-go joe. Dagdag pa rito, ito ay 100 porsiyentong lumalabas na patunay salamat sa matatag na takip ng kumpanya. Maaari din nitong panatilihing malamig ang mga malamig na inumin sa loob ng mahigit 24 na oras kapag ang isang tao sa iyong listahan ay nangangailangan ng malamig na brew sa susunod na tag-araw. — BS

Bumili ng NAV mini sa BruMate – $25

Stanley Classic Neverleak travel mug

Kung may kakilala kang kailangang panatilihing mainit ang kape nang mas matagal kaysa sa karaniwang mug sa paglalakbay, Ang Classic Neverleak ni Stanley ang pagpipilian ay ang perpektong regalo. Gumagamit ako ng isa sa mga ito nang higit sa isang taon at ito ay gumagawa ng isang hindi kapani-paniwalang trabaho sa pagpapanatili ng mga likido sa temperatura sa loob ng mahabang panahon. Sinasabi ng kumpanya na ang iyong inumin ay magiging mainit pa rin hanggang siyam na oras, at ang buong bagay ay ligtas sa makinang panghugas para sa madaling paglilinis. Ang takip na may tatlong posisyon ay naka-lock din upang maiwasan ang mga aksidenteng pagkatapon kahit na ang mug ay nakakabit. — BS

Bumili ng Stanly Neverleak mug sa Amazon – $28

Miir cold brew filter + Wide Mouth na bote

Mayroong isang milyong paraan upang gumawa ng malamig na brew, ngunit hindi ito nagiging mas madali kaysa sa pagdaragdag ng isang hindi kinakalawang na asero na filter sa iyong insulated na bote sa paglalakbay. Gumagana ang cold brew filter ni Miir kasama ang ilan sa mga drinkware canister nito upang magbigay ng cold brew setup na may "micro perforations" upang mabawasan ang sediment pagkatapos ng steeping. Ang filter ay umaangkop sa Miir's 32- at 42-ounce Wide Mouth Bottles (at 33oz Tomo) para sa maraming makinis at malamig na kape para sa mga pakikipagsapalaran o pagkuha sa trabaho. Dagdag pa, ang mga Bote na iyon ay may takip na lumalaban sa pagtulo at maaaring panatilihing mainit o malamig ang mga inumin nang maraming oras. — BS

Bumili ng cold brew filter sa Miir – $15

Kasamang Prismo AeroPress attachment

Ang AeroPress ay isang versatile na kagamitan sa paggawa ng serbesa at iyon ang dahilan kung bakit inilalagay namin ito sa iyong listahan ng gabay sa regalo ng kape. Ngunit sa tulong ng $30 na kalakip ng kapwa, maaari mong gawin ang hamak na paraan ng isang bingaw. Naglalaman ang Prismo ng pressure-actuated valve na idinisenyo upang gayahin ang proseso ng paggawa ng espresso upang maaari kang "pull a shot" nang walang makina. Lumilikha ito ng "crema" na hindi mo karaniwang nakukuha sa pamamagitan lamang ng paggawa ng mas matapang na kape gamit ang AeroPress lamang. Ang Prismo ay may kasama ring reusable na filter upang hindi mo masusunog ang mga papel na karaniwang kailangan ng AeroPress. — BS

Bumili ng AeoPress attachment sa 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, Senior Reporter

Buy Hiware glass pitcher at Amazon – $27

Bote ng 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

Kapwa Atmos Vacuum Canister

Habang 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 Pea 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 Gen 2

A10 Gen 2 ng Astro gagawin ang trabaho at magmukhang maganda habang ginagawa ito, anuman ang iyong personal na istilo. Ang Gen 2 ay may iba't ibang kulay at pattern, mula sa malalim na itim na may mga detalye ng neon hanggang sa pastel purple o teal, ibig sabihin mayroong isang bagay para sa bawat uri ng live streaming vibe. Mayroon itong flip-to-mute na boom mic, isang hindi kapani-paniwalang flexible na katawan, at maaaring palitan ng mga ear pad at headband cushion. Ang headset na ito ay tugma sa PC, Mac, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S at Switch, kaya't gawin ito, kahit paano ka maglaro. —Jessica Conditt, Senior Reporter

Bumili ng Astro A10 Gen 2 sa Amazon – $60

8bitdo Pro 2 Bluetooth controller

Alam ng 8bitdo ang paraan nito sa paligid ng isang wireless gamepad, at ang Pro 2 Bluetooth controller ay walang pagbubukod. Sa transparent-body man na espesyal na edisyon o sa klasikong itim, puti o kulay abo, ang Pro 2 ay naghahatid ng mga tumpak na input, suporta para sa hanggang tatlong custom na profile, at dalawang karagdagang back button. Ang Pro 2 ay mukhang isang lumang-paaralan na controller ngunit ito ay may advanced, modernong mga kakayahan, at ito ay gumagana sa PC, Mac, Android at Switch. — J.C.

Bumili ng 8BitDo Pro 2 sa Amazon – $50

Logitech Litra Glow

Ang pinakamagandang bagay na magagawa mo para sa iyong live-streaming setup ay ang makakuha ng magandang ilaw, at ang Logitech's Liter Glow tinakpan mo na ba. Ito ay isang maliit, mountable LED square na naghahatid ng diffuse, soft glow nang walang anumang malupit na anino o tinukoy na mga gilid, at ito ay idinisenyo upang gawing pinakamahusay ang hitsura ng mga paksa nito. Ito ay may kasamang extendable na three-way monitor mount at pinapagana ng USB. — J.C.

Bumili ng Litra Glow sa Amazon – $60

Wanxing neon signs

Maaaring ang Nanoleaf ang nangungunang brand pagdating sa live-stream na ilaw, ngunit marami pang iba, mas murang opsyon sa larangan ng on-screen glow. Wanxing, halimbawa, ay may linya ng mga neon sign na magpapalabas ng anumang streaming space, sa mga presyong hindi makakasira sa iyong badyet. Maraming mga disenyong mapagpipilian, kabilang ang mga bungo, puso, multo, controllers ng laro at cute na text, bawat isa ay available sa halagang mas mababa sa $40. — J.C.

Mamili ng Wanxing neon signs

Google Nest Hub (2nd gen)

Nest Hub ng 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, Manunulat sa Komersiyo

Bumili ng Nest Hub sa 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. — NL

Bumili ng Blink Indoor sa 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 na bersyon 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

Bumili ng Eero 6 sa 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 Milky Way 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

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

Buy moon puzzle at Four Points – $28

Svaha USA JWST Deep Field Custom Hoodie

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

Buy at custom hoodie at Svaha – $60

Astronomy Activity Book For Kids

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

Buy Astronomy Activity Book at Amazon – $9

Super Cool Space Facts

If the kid on your list is more into cool facts and less into hands-on projects, ang librong ito 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, Managing Editor

Bumili ng Sony MDR-7506 sa Amazon – $100

Pahilig na mga Istratehiya

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 Pahilig na mga Istratehiya 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 Time

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 Time 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

Blood, Sweat, and Pixels

Blood, Sweat, and 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 Ang Huling ng sa Amin director Neil Druckmann and Eric Barone, the creator of Stardew Valley – the stories that populate Blood, Sweat, and 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

Huwag hayaan ang 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.

Bumili ng Logitech G305 sa Amazon – $50

Isang gulugod

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 Isang gulugod 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.

Bumili ng Backbone One sa 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 impyerno may be his best yet. From start to finish, the Hades Original Soundtrack is filled with tunes like ”Out of Tartarus” at “The Unseen Ones” that will make you stand up and shred an air guitar. It’s the perfect gift for fans of impyerno (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 Hollow Knight's 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 Hollow Knight's mundo. — I.B.

Bumili ng Hollow Knight sa 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

SanDisk microSD card

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 Timer

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

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

Buy Mooas timer at Amazon – $19

Logitech Lift Vertical mouse

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