Best Gadget Gifts for the Techie in Your Life

Anyone with a techie in their life is likely to experience the uncertainty of gift-purchasing at some stage. When your loved one is tech savvy, it can be tough deciding exactly what will meet their gadget needs while still being fun to use and play with. We've researched all the cool tech and compiled a list of the best gadget gifts so you don't have to. Keep reading to find the perfect tech gift for your special person.

1. Best Programmable Coffee Maker: Cuisinart Coffee Center 2-IN-1 Coffee Maker

Now your loved-one can wake up to a fresh pot of coffee without even getting out of bed (and you won't have to either!). With a programmable coffee maker, all you need to do is set the digital timer for when you want your java to start brewing and it will do the work for you. The Cuisinart Coffee Center 2-IN-1 Coffee Maker features automatic shutoff (to prevent the pot from overflowing), brew complete indicator, brew pause, clock, and programmable start times. Many of these makers come with extra features like a cup limit auto-shutoff , a warming plate, and even self-cleaning.

2. Best Coffee Mug Warmer: KIN Coffee Mug Warmer

Treat the coffee lover in your life to drinks that never get cold. With a mug warmer, they simply rest their cup of Joe on the device and it will keep it from growing cold. The KIN Coffee Mug Warmer features a weight-sensing gravity switch that detects when your mug is removed and automatically shuts off after 5 minutes and also has an eight hour auto shut-off for your safety!

3. Best Robot Vacuum: iRobot Roomba i7+ Wi-Fi Connected Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum

When you consider gifts for the gadget lover, a robotic vacuum cleaner may not immediately spring to mind, but in truth, they are pretty nifty tech gifts. Anyone who hates housework will love one of these. The iRobot Roomba i7+ Wi-Fi Connected Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum is an intelligent device that learns your home and navigates to where the messes are, right when they happen, even allowing you to instruct Google Assistant where to send it – so you can effortlessly keep your floors clean. This vacuum also cleans itself into disposable bags that hold up to 60 days of debris, so you don't have to change the bag every time you use it. Many of these vacuums come with remotes to adjust to the floor type and they typically feature tangle-free suction technology to ensure they don't get stuck while working.

4. Best Night Light: VAVA Baby Night Light

Waking up in the night is tough in a dark room, but flipping the lights on is disruptive to you and your partner. The solution? A night light! These lights aren't just designed for little ones who are afraid of the dark, in fact, they can make anyone's night time activities easier. Pick from motion sensor lights that turn on when you walk by, light sensor lights to turn on at night and off at dawn, or dimmable night lights like the VAVA Baby Night Light which comes with a remote and various color settings.

5. Best Smart Lock: Yale Ridgefield Handleset with Smart Deadbolt & Door Knob & Rosette

Smart locks definitely fall into the category of best gifts for men. These devices will upgrade home security, allowing them to say goodbye to keys (and never be locked outside again), use an app and even a remote to control the lock from wherever they are. Select the Yale Ridgefield Handleset with Smart Deadbolt & Door Knob & Rosette and a video security flood light for an even more high tech setup, allowing them to keep their home guarded from their phone.

6. Best Smart Plug: 15 Amps Tamper Resistant Smart Plug (Set of 2)

Ever heard of a smart plug switch? It's likely your techie loved one has. The 15 Amps Tamper Resistant Smart Plug only needs to be plugged in and connected to the Wi-Fi. From there, you download an app and voila – it is now a smart plug. That means anything connected to that outlet will become a smart device that you can control from your phone. You can set timer switches, shut lights off and on, and many are even voice controlled – giving the freedom to control devices remotely.

7. Best Projector: Kodak 2400 Lumens Portable Projector with Remote

Projectors offer a fun way to spend more time together with your partner. With the Kodak 2400 Lumens Portable Projector with Remote Together you can host movie nights indoors or outdoors, with family and friends, or just the two of you for a more romantic evening. Many projectors connect via Bluetooth, meaning you can stream from your phone and onto a screen for an entertaining experience you are sure to love.

8. Best Record Player: DIGITNOW Portable 3-Speed Turntable Decorative Record Player with Bluetooth

Kick it old school with the DIGITNOW Portable 3-Speed Turntable Decorative Record Player with Bluetooth. Don't worry if they don't own any vinyl though, because this device features Bluetooth technology, allowing them to stream from any music service on their phone and through the turntable's built-in stereo, or externally connected speakers. Hangout nights will never be the same again!

9. Best Decorative Radio: Crosley Electronics Forte Portable Decorative Radio with Bluetooth

If records are a little too old school, never fear because we still have a few more gifts for the gadget lovers. A Crosley Electronics Forte Portable Decorative Radio with Bluetooth for example, is a fun way to bring in music without the need for records, CDs, or any other technology beyond their phone. They can listen to anything they please while enjoying the aesthetic of one of these quirky vintage-looking pieces.

10. Best Digital Picture Frame: Red Barrel Studio® Ramachandra Picture Frame

Gone are the days of old family photo albums and home videos. Digital photo frames allow you to enjoy your memories in HD. Like the Red Barrel Studio® Ramachandra Picture Frame, these cool gadgets, use Wi-Fi or Bluetooth to gain access to their pictures, and display them in real-time even accompanied by music. Don't worry if they get bored quickly because with these frames, they will be able to change the images out in a second, keeping things fresh and current with no hassle.

11. Best Digital Wall Clock: Marathon Watch Company Marathon Wall Clock

Digital clocks are great for any horologists out there because they do more than just display the time or ring the alarm. The Marathon Watch Company Marathon Wall Clock is a top pick because it shows the time, date, temperature, humidity, and even has an alarm. You can also pick one that shows the date, temperature, or even has a barometer, so your gadget-lover can have a great source of at-a-glance information whenever needed.

12. Best Electric Bottle Opener: Ivation 9-Piece Wine Gift Set

Who needs a corkscrew when you have the Ivation 9-Piece Wine Gift Set electric wine opener? If you have a sommelier in your life, this is sure to be a hit with them. This cordless battery-operated device will make quick work of what is typically a tedious task. Many electric wine opener sets also come with fun extras like an aerator, foil cutter, and vacuum stoppers to keep any leftover vino as fresh as possible.

13. Best Sous Vide: ZWILLING Enfinigy Sous Vide Stick

Looking for the best kitchen gadget gift? The ZWILLING Enfinigy Sous Vide Stick is fantastic for any cooking aficionados out there who are looking to expand their culinary repertoire. With one of these tech gifts, they will be able to produce restaurant-quality food with ease. Read What Is a Sous Vide? to learn more about these handy tools.

With these best gadget gifts, you are sure to find the right one for the tech-lover in your life.

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