Welcome to the holiday season of 2025! It’s that magical time of year filled with twinkling lights, cozy evenings, and the annual quest to find that perfect gift. You know the one—the gift that’s thoughtful, genuinely useful, and brings a huge smile to someone’s face. I always love to add a little tech flair, when I can, too and have curated this holiday gift guide just for you!
As you have come to expect, I’m cutting through the noise to bring you a curated list of my favorite finds, from white elephant gifts and quirky gadgets that are sure to be a hit to wellness tech that offers the gift of relaxation.
Let’s dive into the gifts that are sure to spark joy for everyone on your list! As always, I am never compensated for my recommendations.
Fun, Quirky & Creative
White Elephant Winner: Light Saber Chopsticks
If you want to win the white elephant exchange, I’ve got the gift for you. These Light Saber Chopsticks (Amazon) are fun, perfect for the Star Wars fan or anyone who wants to bring a little extra flair to their sushi night. These light-up utensils are a guaranteed conversation starter. May the food be with you!
For the Creative: Moleskine Smart Writing Set
Want to bring the feel of pen on paper to the digital world? The Moleskine Smart Writing Set (moleskine.com) combines the best of both worlds. It transfers handwritten notes from the iconic notebook straight to your phone or tablet. It’s the perfect blend of analog charm and modern tech convenience for the writer, artist, or doodler in your life.
For the Aspiring Coder Kid: Create Your Own Video Game Set
Unleash the creativity of your favorite gamer! The Bloxels Video Game Builder (bloxels.com) is a hands-on gift that lets anyone design and build their very own video game. It’s fun and educational and teaches kids to go from player to coder and creator.
Cozy & Practical Tech
For the Outdoor Athlete: Ocoopa Rechargeable Hand Warmer
This is more than just a hand warmer; it’s a versatile wellness tool. The Ocoopa Rechargeable Hand Warmer (ocoopa.com) keeps your hands warm during cold weather workouts but also doubles as a heat therapy device to soothe sore muscles. I love that they’re doubly useful for outdoor adventures and indoor ones, as a recovery tool.
For the Home Chef: Smart Meat Thermometer
Got a home chef to buy for? Give the gift of perfectly cooked meals. A smart meat thermometer like the MEATER+ (meater.com) connects to your phone and takes all the guesswork out of grilling and roasting. Your favorite foodie can monitor their creations from anywhere, ensuring steak, chicken, or other meats comes out perfectly cooked. Grill, roast, smoke, deep fry, or bake—MEATER is built for every cook and any kitchen, inside or out.
For the Modern Bookworm: Boox Palma 2 Mobile
Looking for an e-reader that isn’t a Kindle? Boox Palma 2 Mobile (boox.com) is newest e-reader hit for people on the go. It has a smartphone-like shape and offers a distraction-free reading experience that won’t drain your battery. It’s the ultimate upgrade for the bookworm who wants their entire library at their fingertips with easy one-hand grip and long-term, on-the-go convenience. It includes dual microphones, dual speakers, free built-in Text-to-Speech (TTS), and Bluetooth connectivity for music, podcasts, and audio stories.
The Future is Now
For the Tech Futurist: Xreal One Pro AR Glasses
Got a techie in need of a splurge-worthy gift that feels like it’s straight out of science fiction? The Xreal One Pro AR Glasses (xreal.com) are it. These augmented reality glasses create a massive virtual screen for movies, gaming, or productivity, all while remaining lightweight and stylish. Follow Mode keeps your screen gently aligned with your gaze—perfect for travel, reducing motion sickness while delivering a smooth, immersive AR experience on the move. Whether you’re lying on the couch or in bed, Anchor Mode feels like a real TV floating exactly where you want it. It’s an incredible gift for the early adopter who loves cutting edge tech.
For the AI or Vibe Coding Enthusiast: The AI Buddy
Looking for a gift for the AI crazed? The AI Buddy, Rabbit R1 (rabbit.tech), is more than just an AI assistant—it’s a companion designed to bring AI to your creative fingertips. Turn any tool, game or experience into a vibe coded creation with the R1. For the tech lover who has everything, this offers a glimpse into the future of friendly, helpful artificial intelligence.
Gifts for Wellness & Relaxation
Self Care Tech: Therabody SmartGoggle
We’re all familiar with the Theragun, but have you heard of it’s new sleep mask? The Therabody SmartGoggle (therabody.com) is designed to soothe tired eyes and calm the mind. It features a 100% blackout design with compression massage, heat and vibration therapies to help reduce stress, relieve headaches and improve sleep quality. It’s like a spa treatment for your face, making it the perfect gift for anyone who deserves a better night’s sleep.
For Peaceful Nights: SleepBuds
For light sleepers or anyone who needs to block out the world, the yet-to-be-released SleepBuds from Bose (bose.com) are a tech upgrade to the traditional squishy earplug. They play soothing sounds while masking unwanted noise. It’s your personal “do not disturb” sign for a night of uninterrupted slumber.
For Biohackers: Smart Scale
Got to gift someone on their wellness journey? The RENPHO Smart Scale (renpho.com) is a great option. More than a scale, it also tracks 50 important metrics like body fat, muscle mass and bone density. Real-time data is viewable on the scale and RENPHO Health app, making it easy to see real progress over time. It transforms the approach to health and fitness with comprehensive body composition analysis reports providing data to even the most sophisticated biohacker.
I hope this guide helps you find something special for the wonderful people in your life. Happy gifting!
Shibani is never paid for her recommendations.