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90 Useful Tech Gifts

From Solar-Powered Phone Chargers to Laptop-Inspired Mirrors

— November 15, 2013 — Tech
These tech gifts ensure more excitement than getting a pair of socks for Christmas. Because technology is a part of so many aspects of our lives now, this means that there is no shortage of novel gifts that the recipient will actually find helpful.

If you know someone who has an extensive home theatre system but is always juggling remotes, a universal remote control is a device that will make their lives a whole lot simpler and less cluttered. Or, there are tons of ways technology can come into the kitchen to simplify the cooking process.

Because these tech gifts are so diverse, they make great gifts for a wide range of ages. If you're still completely pressed for ideas, novel iPhone cases and accessories are a fairly fail-safe way to go for Apple users.


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Adorable Mollusc Measures
Adorable Mollusc Measures
The 'Snail Measuring Tape' Lets You Relive Your Childhood While Working
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Emergency Blackout Phone Chargers
Emergency Blackout Phone Chargers
The Power Outage Cube Light Turns On When AC Power is Cut Off
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98
Vintage Vino Trackers
Vintage Vino Trackers
This Personal Wine Inventory System Keeps Your Cellar Organized
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97
Portable Mixed Media Streamers
Portable Mixed Media Streamers
The PLAiR HDMI Lets You Broadcast Mixed Media Onto Your Television
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96
Sun-Fueled Tablet Covers
Sun-Fueled Tablet Covers
This Solar Charging Case Provides Protection and Power for the iPad
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95
Smartphone Crossbones Decals
Smartphone Crossbones Decals
These Stickers Turn the Apple Logo into a Pirate Symbol
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94
Mobile Home Speakers
Mobile Home Speakers
This Portable Wireless Speaker From Harman Kardon is Extremely Portable
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93
Blooming Flash Drives
Blooming Flash Drives
Charge Your Gadgets in a Pretty Way with the Flower USB Hub
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92
Universal Remote Controls
Universal Remote Controls
The FLPR Universal Remote has Over 80,000 Preprogrammed Codes
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91
Water-Infused Jewelry Cleaners
Water-Infused Jewelry Cleaners
The Ultrasonic Jewelry Cleaner Will Get Rid of Dirt and Stains
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Cylindrical Wireless Speakers
Cylindrical Wireless Speakers
The Z600 Logitech Speakers Combine Aesthetics and Functionality
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89
Portable LED Nail Dryers
Portable LED Nail Dryers
Dry Your Nails Instantly and Anywhere with the LED Nail Dryer
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88
Charismatic Cartoon Gadget Covers
Charismatic Cartoon Gadget Covers
The Adventure Time iPad Cover is Perfect for Cartoon Lovers
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87
Artisan Sketch Tablets
Artisan Sketch Tablets
The Wacom Drawing Tablet and Intuos Pen Lets You Sketch Digitally
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86
Annual Storage Smartphone Batteries
Annual Storage Smartphone Batteries
The One Year Smartphone Backup Battery Holds Power for a Year
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85
Pop Artist-Inspired Cases
Pop Artist-Inspired Cases
These Pop Art Cases for the iPhone 5 Pay Tribute to Andy Warhol
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84
Speedy Circular USB Ports
Speedy Circular USB Ports
The Anker USB 3.0 Hub Has a Transfer Rate of Up to 5Gbps
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83
Water-Resistant MP3 Players
Water-Resistant MP3 Players
This Underwater Audio Waterproof iPod is Designed for Wet Athletes
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82
Charitable Geek Sweaters
Charitable Geek Sweaters
This Apple Sweater is Perfect for Kids of the Digital Age
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81
Low-Tech Tennis Trainers
Low-Tech Tennis Trainers
The SKLZ 'Powerbase Tennis Trainer' Lets You Improve Your Game Alone
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80
GPS-Enhanced Ski Gloves
GPS-Enhanced Ski Gloves
These Ski Gloves Measures Your Velocity and Displays Your Location
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79
Waterproof Pouch Speakers
Waterproof Pouch Speakers
This Case is Made for People Who Like to Sing in the Shower
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Sous-Vide Cooking Tools
Sous-Vide Cooking Tools
This Slow Cooker Accessory Monitors Heat Over Extended Periods of Time
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Illuminating Black Light Bubbles
Illuminating Black Light Bubbles
The Tekno Bubbles are Able to Glow-in-the-Dark Under Black Light
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Durable Dual Gadget Chargers
Durable Dual Gadget Chargers
The PowerPak Xtreme Can Charge Up to Two Devices Six Times Over
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75
Luxury Numeric Pendants
Luxury Numeric Pendants
This Tiffany & Co Pendant is Part of the Updated Atlas Collection
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74
Mulit-Chargeable Flashlights
Mulit-Chargeable Flashlights
Wind ‘N Go Vers-A-Light Can be Charged in Four Different Ways
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73
Laptop-Inspired Mirrors
Laptop-Inspired Mirrors
The MacBook Air Compact Mirror is a Tech-Infused Way to Look at Yourself
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Gilded Storage Gadgets
Gilded Storage Gadgets
These Solid Gold USB Keys by Daisung Kim are True Opulence
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Adorable Geeky Twin Outfits
Adorable Geeky Twin Outfits
These Copy Paste Twin Onesies are Perfect for Identical Babies
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Highlighting Calligraphy Pens
Highlighting Calligraphy Pens
This Highlighter Pen is Inspired by Traditional Writing Techniques
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Adorable Teddy Smartphone Covers
Adorable Teddy Smartphone Covers
The Moschino Bear iPhone Case is a Cute Way to Protect Your Phone
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68
Swiveling Snake Power Bars
Swiveling Snake Power Bars
The Pivot Power Outlet Places Plugs in an Orderly Fashion
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67
Sidestepping Outlet Extensions
Sidestepping Outlet Extensions
The Contort Power Accommodates Three Chargers and Another Beside It
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66
Tech-Inspired Cufflinks
Tech-Inspired Cufflinks
These WiFi and 2GB USB Cufflinks are Elegant and Practical
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65
Adorable Aquatic Cable Wrappers
Adorable Aquatic Cable Wrappers
The Goldie CableKeep Stands the iPhone Up While it Charges
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64
Replica Smartphone Cookie Cutters
Replica Smartphone Cookie Cutters
These iCookie Cutters Make High-Tech Treats
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Conferencing Phone Docks
Conferencing Phone Docks
Phone Station Plus is a Cellphone Docking Station that Makes Calling Easy
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62
Super Slim Sound Boards
Super Slim Sound Boards
Control Music On-The-Go with This Multifunctional Remote
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61
Air-Conditioned USB Aviation Fans
Air-Conditioned USB Aviation Fans
The Airplane USB Fan by 'Kikkerland' Keeps You Cool and Chipper
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60
Paper-Inspired Writing Tablets
Paper-Inspired Writing Tablets
The Boogie Board Rip Tablet Provides Users the Best of Both Worlds
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Smartphone-Intergrated Wallets
Smartphone-Intergrated Wallets
The CardNinja Adhesive Wallet Designs Stick Onto Your Mobile Device
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58
Famous Designer-Inspired Timepieces
Famous Designer-Inspired Timepieces
The Digital Necklace Watch Resembles Karl Lagerfeld
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Earphone Identifiers
Earphone Identifiers
The Apple ID Tags by Buoy Tags Ensure People Keep Track of Their Earbuds
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56
Computer-Inspired Bracelets
Computer-Inspired Bracelets
This USB Bracelet Lets You Carry Around All Important Information
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55
Embalmed Tablet Cases
Embalmed Tablet Cases
The 'Mummy Case' is a Quirky Tablet Case That Turns Your Gadget Undead
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54
Shockproof Gadget Accessories
Shockproof Gadget Accessories
This Protective iPad Case is Shockproof and Durable
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53
Internet Lingo Love Rings
Internet Lingo Love Rings
This Handmade Silver Ring Represents the Digital Symbol of a Heart
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Finger-Augmenting Screen Scribblers
Finger-Augmenting Screen Scribblers
The 'txtRng;)' Stylus Ring Fits On the Tip of Any Finger
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51
Ergonomic Typing Devices
Ergonomic Typing Devices
This Kinesis Split Keyboard Makes Repetitive Typing More Comfortable
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50
Bunny Earbud Splitters
Bunny Earbud Splitters
The Jack Rabbit Earphone Splitter Lets Two People Listen to the Same Music
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49
Computing Writing Tools
Computing Writing Tools
IRISnotes Digital Pen Converts Your Hand Notes into Computer Text
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48
Sun-Powered Floral Chargers
Sun-Powered Floral Chargers
The Solar Sunflower Soaks up Some Rays
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47
Solar-Powered Gadget Chargers
Solar-Powered Gadget Chargers
The Solio 'Bolt' Uses Solar Power to Charge Your Devices
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46
Extravagant Gaming Mice
Extravagant Gaming Mice
The RATM Wireless Gaming Mouse is Packed with Features
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Amplifier-Inspired Speakers
Amplifier-Inspired Speakers
This Marshall Stanmore Speaker Will Make You a Rockstar
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44
Multi-Functional Tablet Pillows
Multi-Functional Tablet Pillows
The GoGo Pillow Allows You to Use Your Tablet With Ease
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Anti-Technology Notebooks
Anti-Technology Notebooks
Keep Your Private Life Offline with This Secrets Diary
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Automatic Bath Bubble Makers
Automatic Bath Bubble Makers
You and Your Baby Will Have a Blast During Your Next Bubble Bath
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41
Waterproof Music-Playing Devices
Waterproof Music-Playing Devices
Enjoy Your Music Everywhere with This Waterproof Speaker
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40
Solar-Powered Phone Chargers
Solar-Powered Phone Chargers
The Lava Solar Charger can Charge Your Phone in Eight Hours
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39
Multi-Purpose iPhone Chargers
Multi-Purpose iPhone Chargers
The Rolio Cable Management and Wall Dock is Super Convenient
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Spooky Skull Memory Sticks
Spooky Skull Memory Sticks
The Skeleton USB Flash Drive is Cadaverously Convenient
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37
Techie Logo Necklaces
Techie Logo Necklaces
The iNecklace is Inspired by the Apple Computers' Power On/Off Logo
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Cable-Consuming Chargers
Cable-Consuming Chargers
This Funny iPhone Charger Literally Looks Like It Consumes Power
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35
Retro Bathroom Radios
Retro Bathroom Radios
The Lexon Mezzo Transistor Has a Vintage Looks with Modern Practicality
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Moody iPhone Wraps
Moody iPhone Wraps
Slickwraps Mood Ring Wrap Senses Your Emotions
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Smartphone-Inspired Timepieces
Smartphone-Inspired Timepieces
the iPhone Wall Clock is Ideal for the Tech-Savvy Individuals
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Capsule-Like Speakers
Capsule-Like Speakers
The Beats by Dr. Dre Pill is Both Compact and Powerful
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Sound-Amping Mason Jars
Sound-Amping Mason Jars
This Unusual Mason Jar Product Makes Music Louder
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Porky USB Hubs
Porky USB Hubs
The Pig Chum by OfficeChums Stores Information Adorably
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Sleek Chrome LCD Timepieces
Sleek Chrome LCD Timepieces
The Void LCD Brushed Chrome Watch is a Stunning Accessory
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Futuristic Pulsing Cables
Futuristic Pulsing Cables
The 'Hi-Cable Lighting' iPhone Cable Lets You See Energy Flows
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Landline Smartphone Cradles
Landline Smartphone Cradles
The BT Phone Dock for iPhone Transforms the Device into a Home Phone
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Chic Phone Cover Clutches
Chic Phone Cover Clutches
Ensure You Never Misplace Your iPhone Again with the Phone Case Purse
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25
Portable Foldable Instruments
Portable Foldable Instruments
Play Music Anywhere You Go with the Roll-Up Electronic Keyboard
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Luminescent Smartphone Cases
Luminescent Smartphone Cases
This iPhone 5 Glow-in-the-Dark Case from iGlow Makes Your Phone Shine
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Multipurpose LED USBs
Multipurpose LED USBs
The USB LED Fan Light Keeps You Cool and Never Makes You Late
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Warfare Flash Drives
Warfare Flash Drives
The Crooks & Castles Bullet USB Takes Aim at Novelty PC Accessory Market
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Packaging-Themed Tech Accessories
Packaging-Themed Tech Accessories
Fancy's Bubble Wrap Phone Case is Both Fun and Protective
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Attachable Desk Organizers
Attachable Desk Organizers
The Pockit Pocket Clip Helps Remove Clutter from Your Desk
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Dimming Smartphone Accessories
Dimming Smartphone Accessories
The Lightclip Works with an iPhone Flashlight App to Dim Lights
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18
Multi-Gadget Keyboard Converters
Multi-Gadget Keyboard Converters
WINGStand Transforms Tablets into Computers
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Stylish Small Car Docks
Stylish Small Car Docks
This MINI Cooper iPod Docking Station Will Charge Your Device as it Plays
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Bike Anti-Theft Devices
Bike Anti-Theft Devices
The Sphyke Combination Skewers Locks Down the Front Wheel
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Smartphone-Controlled Critters
Smartphone-Controlled Critters
Startling People is Made Easy with These Robotic Toys
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Tree Branch Tech Docks
Tree Branch Tech Docks
This iPhone 5 Dock Looks the Furthest Thing from High-Tech
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13
Versatile Key Chain Phones
Versatile Key Chain Phones
The Netsuke iPhone 5 Strap Turns Your iPhone 5 into a Key Chain
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12
Hiking Smartphone Chargers
Hiking Smartphone Chargers
The Voltaic System Has the Ability to Charge All Your Devices
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11
Portable iPad Docking Mixers
Portable iPad Docking Mixers
The 'Mackie' iPad Controlled Mixer Lets You Mix on the Go
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10
Adhesive Solar Phone Chargers
Adhesive Solar Phone Chargers
The Solar Window Charger Uses the Sun's Rays to Juice up Your Phone
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9
Mounted Waterfall Faucets
Mounted Waterfall Faucets
The 'Sprinkle Faucet' by 'Lightinthebox' Brings a Natural Feel Indoors
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Futuristic Propeller Watches
Futuristic Propeller Watches
The Kisai Blade Watch Has LED Hands and is USB-Powered
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Carry-Around Phone Chargers
Carry-Around Phone Chargers
The Portable Backup Battery is Small Enough to Pack in Your Pocket
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Mess-Free Magnetic USBs
Mess-Free Magnetic USBs
This Magnetic USB Cable Stays Tangle-Free at All Times
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5
Aromatic Electronic Incense
Aromatic Electronic Incense
This Electric Aroma Diffuser Leaves Zero Ash
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4
Digit-Shaped LED Clocks
Digit-Shaped LED Clocks
This Minimalist Digital Clock Has Alarm, Date and Time Features
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3
LEGO Man USBs
LEGO Man USBs
The Mirrorman is a Tiny LEGO-Inspired Metallic Computer USB
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2
Mini DSLR Shooters
Mini DSLR Shooters
The Lens Shot Glass Redefines the Idea of Drunken Photography
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Gadget-Charging Compartmental Desks
Gadget-Charging Compartmental Desks
This Perfectly Organized Work Station is for the Tech-Savvy
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