We get it: You’re busy.
So busy, in fact, that you don’t have time to parse dozens of lists to find the right tech gifts for the people in your life. You just want to pick something that you know pretty much anyone would be grateful to get. And it’s …
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The ultimate guide to gifting STEM toys: tons of ideas for little builders
The holiday season is here again, touting all sorts of kids’ toys that pledge to pack ‘STEM smarts’ in the box, not just the usual battery-based fun. Educational playthings are nothing new, of course. But, in recent years, long time toymakers and a flurry of new market entrants have piggybacked on the popularity of smartphones […]
View More The ultimate guide to gifting STEM toys: tons of ideas for little buildersWondering which Instant Pot to buy? Discover why this is one of the best kitchen tech items you’ll ever own.
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Instant Pot (noun): The insanely fast, intelligent pressure cooker that can replace numerous kitchen appliances, and possibly the most important technological advancement in recent historySpaceX is a close second. (Sorry pal, maybe if you cooked rice at the speed of light.)
Everyone completely flipped over the Instant Pot on Black Friday, but if you missed out on those deals, don’t worry — they are constantly on sale, especially on Amazon. But what’s all the hype about, anyway? According to their website, Instant Pots use 70% less energy than the average pressure cooker, but somehow cook food, as their title states, instantly — well, 2-10 times faster, but that’s the closest to instant you’re gonna get. Read more…
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You wouldn’t complain about getting socks as a gift if you got these
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Socks. Just what you wanted, right? *eye roll*
The disappointment of receiving socks as a gift is universal — no matter how old you are or where you’re from, some relative always ends up giving out socks. And they’re usually so, so lame.
We wanted to challenge that stereotype and stand up for what we believe in: Socks aren’t always a lame gift, okay? Check out this list of cool socks that you’d actually want to receive this holiday season.
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View More You wouldn’t complain about getting socks as a gift if you got theseGet gift ideas for your in-laws so you don’t have to get them a gift card again
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Ah, the in-laws: whether you love them or just tolerate them, the easiest way to get on their good side is holiday gift that you actually put thought into. Give them something more exciting than a gift card this year —check out our list of unique gifts for the in-laws that already have everything.
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For the person who loses everything
If you have an in-law who has left their keys or phone in a restaurant one too many times, a Bluetooth tracker is the perfect giftTile Mate is a tiny, connected tag that attaches to keychains, phones, and any other easily lost belongings. The app can be used to track down the missing item and the Tile Mate button can make a lost phone ring, even if it’s on silent. Get them for $19.99 here. Read more…
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Cold weather doesn’t have to stop your love for grilling — this indoor BBQ is $53 off today
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Missing that warm, perfect for grilling, stays light out until 8pm weather? Because same.
Get the taste of summer BBQs even in the winter with this indoor electric barbecue plate that’s $53 off right now.
Whether you’re the BBQ enthusiast or just looking for a great gift idea, you can’t go wrong with the Excelvan Indoor Electric Plate Barbecue. With an impressively large 15×10 cooking surface, it’s large enough to grill lots of things all at once. Unlike many outdoor grills, this one has a non-stick coating and makes for super simple clean-up — crusted-on grease is one thing you won’t miss from those outdoor cookouts. Read more…
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View More Cold weather doesn’t have to stop your love for grilling — this indoor BBQ is $53 off todayThis walkie-talkie set makes a great gift for the kids in your life
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Provide the kids in your life with a little throwback fun and let them experience a time before smartphones were the norm. These walkie-talkies are…
This walkie-talkie set makes a great gift for the kids in your life
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Provide the kids in your life with a little throwback fun and let them experience a time before smartphones were the norm. These walkie-talkies are…
13 unique gifts that give back this holiday season
This year, holiday spending is expected to exceed $1 trillion, according to consulting firm Deloitte, with the average consumer doling out an average of $1,226. With all that money being spent, don’t forget to set aside some of your gift-giving budge…
View More 13 unique gifts that give back this holiday seasonGifts for the wine drinker in your life who can’t stop breaking glasses
All wine should be drunk out of sippy cups. Whether you choose to embrace or reject that truth is on you.
The older we get, the more it comes clear that mankind simply wasn’t designed to drink out of wine glasses. Humans are far too uncoordinat…
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The holidays are right around the corner, and with the holidays come those super-fun-but-super-hard-to-shop-for gift exchanges. When there’s a pric…
First Minute Shopping: 8 of the best holiday gifts to check off your list early this year
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Trying to figure out the perfect gift for everyone on your holiday list is a challenge that seems to get harder every year. By the time you’ve figured it out, it’s the last minute and you’re wondering why you’ve put off shopping for the people that matter most.
This year, indulge in the joy of First Minute Shopping. Using Velocity — Mashable’s proprietary technology capable of tracking trends — we’re bringing you insider tips into the gifts that will be sure to fly off the shelves this year. That’s right: we’ve made your shopping list for you, and we’ve made it earlier and more accurately, thanks to the power of Velocity. Read more…
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