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ARTICLE ADBuying the right holiday gift for a loved one is never as simple as it seems -- especially if you have multiple people to gift to and are on a budget. While gift cards are a reliable and appreciated option, they're often a last resort. If you want to present a more creative gift while staying financially conscious, we've got you covered.
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ZDNET has rounded up the best tech gifts under $25 -- as well as called out any deals to help you save even more money -- so your gifts are thoughtful without making too much of a dent in your wallet.
These days, there's a lot to keep track of, and a Tile Mate Bluetooth Tracker is a small tool that can be a big help in finding that misplaced key, wallet, or lost knick-knack. The compact design makes it ideal for attaching to a key ring, luggage, wallet, and more. Plus, the free app lets users activate Tile's sound feature, making it easier to track the item that perfectly wedges its way between two couch cushions.
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If your recipient is a multi-tasking master and wants to scroll through social media, emails, and more, then this tiny remote that fits on your finger like a ring is the perfect gift. After going viral on TikTok, this handy device from Adzerd is appropriately dubbed the "TikTok" remote, but it works for scrolling on any app when paired to your smartphone via Bluetooth. I love that while this is an arguably lazy device, it's a great multi-tasking tool and "game changer" for dreaded cardio workouts.
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Opening a wine bottle can be an unnecessary hassle, but this electric wine bottle opener makes it easier -- believe me! It's portable size is ideal for bringing to parties with a single push-button operation that can remove the cork of any bottle. Plus, it comes with a foil cutter and charging stand. I can easily say that this device has transformed my wine-opening experience from a complex battle and near disaster to a seamless pop and pour.
We've tested plenty of JLab earbuds, so we know it's a trusted brand. And while these earbuds are only $24, they feature EQ sound preferences you can change via touch control and have a built-in microphone for taking phone calls. Plus, they come in 14 colors, like teal, pink, and lilac, so you can find a pair that fits your style.
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These wireless earbuds also have a battery life of eight hours, with 32 hours of total playtime via the charging case.
Price: $24 (save $10)
As one of our top picks for the best smart notebook, the Rocketbook saves your pages to the accompanying app's cloud by tapping the included pen on the icon at the bottom to make it easy to find later.
In my own testing, I appreciated the different page styles, such as weekly and monthly planners, goal setting, task trackers, an ideas page, dot grids, and lined pages so that I could carry around one notebook instead of three.
Anker is one of the most well-known cell phone accessory brands, and its wireless charging phone stand leads the way if you're looking for an affordable alternative to charge your phone. It is compatible with Samsung Galaxy phones and iPhones.
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One of the biggest advantages is that you can view your phone in either landscape or portrait mode while charging. Since this serves as a stand, too, it's an excellent option if you keep your phone by your bed to see the time at night.
The GE Cync bulbs have completely changed my home's ambiance thanks to the more millions of RGB color shades to choose from, brightness controls, and unique light shows. You connect each bulb to the GE Cync and can control them from anywhere, including setting up schedules for when the lights turn on or off.
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They work with the Matter smart home system, so Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, etc., but you don't need a smart home hub for these to work -- just Wi-Fi and the app.
The Echo Pop is perfect for those who don't want to commit to a full-sized smart speaker, want a sleeker, more compact look versus the spheric look of an Echo Dot, or want a more affordable smart speaker. It uses Amazon Alexa to turn off lights, play music, set alarms, ask for the weather, and a slew of other smart home tasks.
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In our review, we said that the Echo Pop's speakers pack a mean punch into a small package and can fill a small room with sound.
We all know that one person who is obsessed with coffee (or, perhaps, tea). For the coffee drinkers in your life, this mug warmer keeps drinks warm for hours so you can enjoy your beverage without it going cold. It fully heats up in about two minutes and only uses 17 watts of power.
With affordability at the top of my mind, I chose gadgets from reputable brands as well as products the ZDNET team has personally tested so you can trust that we recommend them. All of these gadgets are under the $25 price range, and we've noted if a product is on sale so you can save even more.
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