Trusted Reviews’ Tech Gift Guide: Recommended presents from the world of tech

Whether you’re buying for a birthday, anniversary or some other event on the calendar, there’s plenty within the world of tech that can make for a great gift to give.

Between tablets, games, smartphone accessories or even smartphones themselves, there’s a near dizzying amount of tech to consider when buying a present for a loved one. Take it from us (and the thousands of reviews published on our site), there’s arguably too much choice out there, particularly if you go in blind without any idea of what you’re looking for.

To save you from all that bother and asking your loved one outright what it is they’d like to unwrap, we’ve put together this handy gift guide to pair you with a great piece of tech in next to no time. The devices that feature on this list have either received a high-score from one of our testers, or are used regularly and can be vouched for by a member of the team.

Roku Streambar

Let’s face it, there’s no better way to relax after a long day at work than by putting your feet up and diving into some great TV shows. There are plenty of streaming sticks out there that can give you access to most (or all) of the major streaming services, but there’s only one that comes with a serious bump in audio quality, and that’s the Roku Streambar.

This ingenious piece of tech looks like a miniature soundbar, but it includes Roku’s fantastic streaming software to give you an all-in-one experience. In spite of its low price point, the Streambar can still pump out some impressively loud audio, plus it does a good job of heightening the bass and elevating vocal tracks so you won’t struggle to hear what characters are saying.

Eufy Robovac 11S

Even though it’s an essential household chore, vacuuming is hardly a fun way to pass the time and depending on the amount of floor space you have to cover, it can take ages. With that in mind, anyone would be grateful if you could take the vacuuming off of their to-do list, but unless you want to take on the chore yourself then a robot vacuum can be an excellent buy.

Because of their growing popularity, there are some robot vacuums out there that come with tons of bells and whistles and an eye-watering price point to boot. To keep things within a reasonable gift-giving budget however, we’ve opted to highlight the Eufy Robovac 11S which has a wallet-friendly price tag and doesn’t require a lot of smart home know-how to operate. Just charge it up and use the included remote to set the 11S on its course. It’s that simple.

TicWatch Pro 5

We’ve seen plenty of great smartwatches turn up this year but none of them have impressed quite like the TicWatch Pro 5. This Android-pairing wearable is a fully-fledged smartwatch with app support from the likes of Google Maps, Spotify and Google Wallet, but unlike most of its competitors, the new TicWatch doesn’t have the type of battery that requires a daily top-up.

In fact, you can get up to five-days of use on a single charge, with makes the TicWatch Pro 5 an instant winner for anyone who’s been fed up with the battery life of recent Apple and Samsung wearables. Throw in the low-power secondary display that’s easy to read outdoors and the TicWatch Pro 5 is the ideal buy for any Android user who wants to don a smartwatch in 2024.

Logitech Pop Keys

If you know of someone who communicates exclusively via emojis then look no further than the Logitech Pop Keys. Aside from being more colourful than your average keyboard, the Pop Keys has dedicated buttons along the side, just for emojis – meaning you can send a quick emoji response without having to dive into any menus.

The Pop Keys also utilises a mechanical structure, so you get that satisfying click and feedback that only a mechanical keyboard can offer. It can operate through both a wired and wireless connection, and you can swap between three devices at a time if you like to multitask.

DualSense Edge

For anyone thinking, “isn’t that a bit much for a controller?”, you’re not alone. The DualSense Edge is easily one of the priciest gaming controllers on the market but for the PS5 gamer in your life, there isn’t a better option out there for experiencing the latest titles to their fullest.

With swappable joysticks, back paddles, the ability to control button assignment and even swap between different profiles on the controller itself, the DualSense Edge is an essential luxury. Throw in its one-of-a-kind design and sturdy travel case, and it isn’t hard to imagine the controller being well received by any Sony gamer.

AAWireless 2023

If there’s someone in your life who swears by Android Auto on any car journey then they’re almost guaranteed to love the AAWireless 2023. While not the most exciting device at first glance, the AAWireless is actually very handy as it allows you to connect your phone wirelessly to Android Auto, so you don’t have to plug it in every time you get into the car.

This frees you up to use your phone for instances such as paying at a drive-thru or a toll booth, all without having to disconnect your phone and reset and any apps currently running, such as Google Maps. It all works incredibly well and it’s one of those rare products that’ll have you wondering how you ever lived without it.

Ninja Speedi 10-in-1 Rapid Cooker

If you’re on the hunt for an air fryer this Christmas then there’s a good chance that you’ve been eyeing up one of the many released by Ninja. There’s no denying that the Ninja Foodi Dual Zone Air Fryer is the most recognisable of the bunch, but for sheer value for money, you might be better off seeking the Ninja Speedi 10-in-1 Rapid Cooker.

Not only can this multi-cooker air fry, it can also bake, grill and slow roast, just to name a few features. Having that level of versatility in one device is particularly handy for those with limited kitchen space and, at the very least, you know it’ll get used plenty by the person you’re buying it for.

Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition

For anyone in the know, you might have done a double take at seeing Cyberpunk 2077 on this list. While it’s true that the game had a fairly disastrous launch back in 2020, developer CD Projekt Red has been hard at work in revamping the open-world RPG, and since the recent Cyberpunk 2.0 patch update the game has finally delivered on its original vision.

As an extra cherry on top, the new Phantom Liberty expansion (which is included with the Ultimate Edition) adds a must-play story which is arguably as strong as the main game, and it’s fronted by none other than Idris Elba who steps into the role of Solomon Reed. All of this adds up to one heck of a package, filled with countless hours of triple-A content that’s well worth diving into if you (understandably) skipped on the game at launch.

Pixel 7a

Aside from a handful of lucky few, we don’t envision too many people receiving the latest iPhone under the Christmas tree.

The best phones in particular just come at too great an expense to be easily considered as gifts, but if you do know of someone who needs a new handset, or might even be interested in getting their first ever phone, then there’s plenty in the mid-range market to give you bang for your buck.

Out of the current mid-range pack, it’s the Pixel 7a that stands head and shoulders above the rest with Google’s clean take on Android and one of the best camera set-ups for the price. It also helps that the 7a benefits from Google’s guarantee of multiple years of software and security updates, making it a solid investment beyond the initial purchase.

Remarkable 2

No matter how many technical advancements are made, there are some people who still swear by pen and paper when it comes to note-taking. While it can be ideal for breaking away from your emails and getting your thoughts in order, the lack of digitisation can make it tricky to go back and find a specific note or piece of information that you’ve written down. The Remarkable 2 solves this issue in style.

This e-ink tablet recreates the feeling of writing on a notepad with its paper-like display, and the stylus (sold separately) feels like a pencil in your hands. You can choose between different pen styles and sizes to personalise your notes, and if you need to quickly check up on something you wrote, you can always see notes in the accompanying Remarkable smartphone and desktop app.

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Kindle Paperwhite

Amazon’s e-reader has seen tons of revisions since it hit the market, but it’s still a device that we’d recommend in a heartbeat to any avid readers out there, or even former bookworms looking to pick up the habit once more. Even though the standard Kindle and larger Kindle Oasis are available, it’s the mid-line Kindle Paperwhite that’s our top pick.

The latest model comes with impressive clarity that makes text look sharper than ever before, and an included warm light that allows for easier night-time reading. It also helps that Kindle books tend to be a lot cheaper than paperbacks and hardbacks, not to mention the regular 99p offers that Amazon loves to drop.

Xbox Series S

As tempting as it is to opt for the high-end PS5 or Xbox Series X, both of those consoles come with pretty hefty price tags, and if you’re buying for a younger gamer then there’s an argument to be had that your money is far better spent on the more affordable Xbox Series S. Even though this console is designed to be a more affordable means of hopping aboard the next-gen bandwagon, it can still play all the games that the Series X can.

Plus, with the amount of money you’ll have saved by opting for the cheaper console, the remainder can be better spent on games to keep the lucky recipient occupied. Alternatively, you could nab them several months of access to Game Pass where they can play a near endless amount of titles including Starfield, Halo Reach, Minecraft and more.

Echo Show 15

Much like the Roku Streambar, the Echo Show 15 is another all-in-one device that’s hard not to love. At launch, the Show 15 was a large Alexa-powered smart display that could act as your smart home hub for controlling your lights, listening to music, looking up recipes and more. In the time since however, the Show 15’s repertoire has expanded to include Fire TV support.

This means that you can now dive into the latest content from services like Prime Video and Now, making the Echo Show 15 a mini-TV of sorts. Given that the device now sees regular discounts during Amazon’s major sales events, it’s an easy win that’s sure to please any smart home aficionados.