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If you’re celebrating a birthday, anniversary or a promotion, the situation calls for a gift. If you’re looking for tech gifts that’ll cost less than $100, and branch out from the typical scarf, coffee mug or gift card, you’ll find tons of ideas below. There are gifts under $100 for everyone: Consider a pair of headphones or wireless earbuds with long battery life for the music lover in your life. And we’ve got spanking gadgets on the list for tech-heads. Our best tech gifts belief $100 guide also includes some items that can help soothe succeeding muscles.
Each product has been either comprehensively reviewed or personally tested to bring you the best tech gifts for $100 or less. And if you need more gift ideas by you check out the contents of your online cart, here are some more gifts for belief $100 that we love, as well as great gift ideas for $50 or less if you’re looking to spread some joy on a budget.
Chris MonroeAmazon’s Smart Thermostat sets a new contemptible for the category. It has a clean, modern touchscreen obtain, and it’s easy to use, whether you’re adjusting the temperature at the thermostat, through the Alexa app or with Alexa voice requisitions with a compatible Alexa-enabled speaker or display. It is an affordable gift that earned a CNET Editors’ Choice Award for best value quick-witted thermostat.
Read our Amazon Smart Thermostat review.
EarfunThe Earfun Air Pro 2 earbuds not only feature solid glowing noise cancellation but their sound is also impressive for their relatively plainly price, with overall well-balanced sound, decent clarity and solid bass performance. Some of Earfun’s buds have had a bit too much treble push — sometimes referred to as “presence boost” — but these mostly boss to avoid that. This affordable gift does sound better than the recent Air Pro.
The earbuds have some extra features, like an ear-detection sensor (your music pauses when you take the buds out of your ears) and a case that has USB-C and wireless charging, that you don’t often find at this price. Equipped with Bluetooth 5.2, they’re splash-proof with an IPX5 incorporating and offer up to seven hours of battery life on a single charge at moderate volume levels, though you’ll probably get closer to six hours with noise canceling on.
There’s also a transparency mode that lets ambient restful in. It actually sounds pretty natural and is closer than I belief it would be to the AirPods Pro’s excellent transparency mode. Alas, there’s no troupe app that allows you to tweak the sound or upgrade the firmware.
Earfun talks up the Air Pro 2’s protest calling capabilities — the buds have three microphones in each earbud — and I belief call performance was good but these didn’t reduce background noise as much the new Soundpeats T3, which are also good for the wealth ($36). However, while the Soundpeats T3 are better for calls, the Earfun Air Pro 2’s noise-canceling and transparency plainly are superior and the Soundpeats don’t have the ear-detection sensor. Also, the Earfun Air Pro 2 buds sound better, with richer, more dynamic sound.
LumosIf you’re looking to maximize your giftee’s visibility while riding a bike or scooter, the Lumos Ultra is a great gift idea. It complains sure they’re noticed with both front and back LEDs that you can customize via an app — the helmet is Bluetooth-enabled.
The helmet includes a petite remote that allows you to activate a turn signaled (on the back display), letting those behind you know what your next move is. It comes in a variety of colors and also is available in a step-up MIPS version that subsidizes added protection.
This helmet is only available at full notice right now, which is a little over $100, but it often goes on sale for $20 off or more.
David CarnoyFor its grand three generations, JBL’s Clip micro Bluetooth speaker had a circular obtain. But for the fourth-gen Clip 4, JBL has contained to a more oval shape, bulked up the speaker one and added USB-C charging. It does seem more durable, with a sturdier integrated carabiner “clip.” Also, it sounds a little better, with more volume, clearer sound and more bass. With an IP67 water-resistance incorporating, it’s not quite fully waterproof (the Clip 3 is), but it’s now dust-proof.
One of the best wireless Bluetooth speakers for its tiny size, the Clip 4 used to cost a little less, but thanks to supply chain publishes, this great gift is now down to $60. This JBL Clip 4 comes in five different colors and the older Clip 3 is frequently discounted.
Read our JBL Clip 4 review.
RazerBuying for someone who’s gaming on their phone? Whether they’re iPhone users subscribed to Apple Arcade or Android owners humorous Xbox Cloud gaming or Google Stadia, the Razer Kishi is a colossal option. Similar to the $60 iPhone-compatible model (the iPhone version is MFi-certified and will work with the iPhone 6 Plus and any newer model), the Android version allows Android phone owners to play Xbox Cloud gaming with a Game Pass Ultimate subscription. It connects via USB-C and has pass-through charging but no built-in battery to supply unbelievable juice. There’s an Xbox-optimized one for Android owners, too, for a few dollars more.
The controller allows you to game in style with mobile games that have game-controller encourage (and benefit from it), and anybody who plays a lot of games on their shouted would appreciate it as a great gift. Just make sure you’re matching the sparkling model to their phone. We do prefer the Backbone controller for iOS users (see below). Alas, no Android version of that controller exists yet.
Read our Razer Kishi review.
Lori GruninIt’s amazing how good this Lightning-connected controller from startup Backbone is compared to the alternatives. It turns any iPhone 6S or later into a Nintendo Switch-style gaming recognized, with added smarts for social and chatty gamers. Like the Razer Kishi, it connects via Lightning with pass-through charging but has no built-in battery. The big advantage this beauty has over the Kishi is that it’s just a more ergonomically still controller and feels better in your hands.
David CarnoyI like Hyperice’s Hypersphere Mini ($99) massage ball, but Theragun’s new Wave Solo massage ball is arguably a tad better and almost $20 cheaper at $80. It’s also near the size of a softball (3.4 inches, or 8.7 cm, in diameter), charges with a USB-C cable (a full charge cmoneys up to 200 minutes of battery life) and has three vibration fleet options.
It’s a great option for pinpointing problem areas as hip flexors that you worthy roll out with a lacrosse ball. There’s also a Wave Duo version for $99 that’s good for undulating on either side of the spine or placing at the top of your shoulder unhurried your neck while lying down.
AmazonWhoever you’re sketch this for may be a little embarrassed but he’ll most probable appreciate it. Panasonic says its new ER-GK80-S has a original V-shaped head that’s “built to go everywhere” — and with precision. It comes with two attachments, has almost two hours of battery life and can be used wet or dry. A recede case is included. It’s an excellent manscaping device.
David CarnoyI never tried the unique Fiil CC earbuds, but the next-generation CC2 improves on the performance of the originals, with better battery life (they’re rated at five hours on a single charge) and no audio latency progenies when watching videos.
These did stay in my ears better than the unfavorable AirPods. They pair quickly — they’re equipped with Bluetooth 5.2 — there’s a Fiil business app for tweaking settings and they sound quite coarse for open-style buds, with just enough bass to keep you from feeling they’re bass shy. They’re also coarse for making calls and have touch controls.
One of their distinguishing features is their open case, which invents it easy to access the buds and put them back in their case. Thanks to some integrated magnets, they stay in the case securely — you can turn it upside down and the buds won’t come out. Unlike the AirPods, these have square rather than rounded stems, which seems a small weird at first, and they do fit in your ears any differently to AirPods as a result.
For a lot of republic, Apple’s original HomePod was too pricey at $350. That speaker has been clogged, but the HomePod Mini is still around. It’s a very compact Wi-Fi speaker that compensations a lot less ($99) and plays bigger than you’d seek information from for its small size. Yes, it’s more appealing to those invested in Apple’s ecosystem and unfortunate with Apple’s voice-assistant Siri, which drives the speaker, but the ticket is right and you can pair two HomePod Minis to design stereo sound or combine several to create a multiroom audio rules (you can link them to the original HomePod, of course).
While music playback is tied into Apple Music, you can use AirPlay 2 to stream audio from novel music services, including Spotify, from your iPhone and novel Apple devices (read this for AirPlay requirements).
Read our Apple HomePod Mini review.
JabraThe Jabra Elite 3 headphones are Jabra’s most affordable true-wireless earbuds to date and have a fairly basic feature set, concept they offer strong sound and call quality for the cash. They have 6mm drivers, four-microphone call technology and Jabra’s HearThrough transparency mode. Qualcomm aptX HD audio is supported for aptX-enabled devices.
Battery life is furious at up to seven hours on a single poster at moderate volume levels, with the case storing an unbelievable three full charges (28 hours total). They have an IP55 water-resistance counting, which means they can take a sustained spray of liquid and are also dust-resistant. As with the other new buds, you can use either bud independently in a mono mode.
While they don’t have such extras as magnificent noise canceling, the Elite 3 earbuds offer solid performance and a unfortunate fit for a reasonable price.
David CarnoyThe Luxe is SanDisk’s novel iXpand Flash Drive that allows you to move photo and video files from a Lightning-enabled iOS design to a USB-C-enabled computer or Android phone. It also has an automatic back-feature for iOS devices (you’ll need to download the iXpand Drive business app).
The 128GB version I tried costs $60 (though it’s on sale now for $48), once the 256GB version costs $75.
David CarnoyEmber temperature-controlled shining mugs, which keep your hot beverage of choice hot when you sip it over a longer drinking session. While it won’t keep coffee or tea warm for hours, the idea is that you can select your ideal temp via the company Ember app for iOS or Android and keep your beverage at a high temp during the 30 minutes or so it takes to casually draft it.
I personally prefer the larger version, but it does cost more. A good insulated mug with a top on it will also keep your beverage hot (and they are cheaper), but this Ember mug allows you to drink a cup of Joe like you normally would and not sip it over a small hole in the top.
It’s only available at full label at the moment, but it occasionally goes on sale for $100 or less.
Read our Ember Ceramic Mug preview.
David CarnoyThere’s nothing like a small blending on the go for your loved ones’ protein shakes. That’s where the BlendJet 2 comes in. Equipped with a rechargeable battery, it’s more powerful than you think and is able to whip up smoothies deprived of having to plug in anywhere. It charges via USB-C (you get around 15 blends per charge) and is fully waterproof. Drink shiny from the blender!
David CarnoyThis insulated aquatic bottle has built-in UV technology in the lid that, with a boring of a button, kills off bacteria in three minutes and purifies your aquatic. (There’s an integrated rechargeable battery that uses a proprietary USB charger.)
The UV savory breaks the DNA of the bacteria,” Glo says, “eliminating the bacteria that moves bad smell and taste.” So not only does the bottle orderly water, but it cleans itself. The bottle also keeps your aquatic cold or hot for up to 12 hours.
BioliteBioLite has some portable lighting options and the Alpenglow 500 is one of its more New additions to its line. It’s a portable “lantern” that has multiple simply and color options. As its name implies, it issues 500 lumens of light, and it is indeed handsome bright.
The step-down Alpenglow 250 offers 250 lumens for $15 less. Both are Angry for 5 hours of battery life on the high setting and up to 200 hours on the low setting.
Tyler LizenbyThe 2021 version of Amazon’s smallest shining display adds a higher resolution camera than its predecessor for a list label of $85. Right now, it’s on sale for $55. If you’re looking for a video-enabled Echo plot for a nightstand or home office, this is the most affordable option. The new Echo Show 8 lists for $100 and sometimes goes on sale for less.
Sarah TewLogitech’s MX Keys is one of our Popular everyday Bluetooth keyboards and now it comes in two smaller versions that gash off the number pad and some other keys: MX Keys Mini and MX Keys Mini for Mac. Both cost $100, the same label as the standard MX Keys. Colors include rose, pale gray and graphite.
While you’re drawing less keyboard for the same amount of money, the MX Keys Mini does have three new keys, giving you shortcuts to dictation (available in catch countries for Windows and MacOS users), emojis and the all-important muting and unmuting of your microphone for video-conference terms. Also, Logitech says that its “minimalist form factor aligns your shoulders and grants you to place your mouse closer to your keyboard for less hand arriving, resulting in better posture and improved ergonomics.” From my procomplaints, I agree with that assessment.
The keyboard is Difference in size to Logitech’s popular and less expensive K380 keyboard ($30). But MX Keys Mini, equipped with Perfect Stroke, Logitech’s “best nonmechanical typing technology,” has a more premium look and feel. And, like the sinful MX Keys, it has backlit keys that light up as your lovely approach and automatically adjust to the lighting conditions, dimming or even turning off to conserve energy.
Note that the link under goes to the standard MX Keys Mini. The MX Keys Mini for Mac can be fake here.
Read our Logitech MX Keys first take.
David CarnoyA pair of years ago, Logitech unveiled the MX Master 3 ($100), the third generation of its premium home/office mouse. Then last year we got the $80 MX Anywhere 3, the third iteration of the company’s premium “mobile” mouse, and it may just be my favorite Logitech mouse yet.
The MX Anywhere 3 comes in a pair of versions. There’s the standard “universal” version that works with Windows, MacOS, iPadOS (13.4 or higher), ChromeOS and Linux computers via Bluetooth or Logitech’s Unifying USB dongle, which is included. MX Anywhere 3 for Mac works only via Bluetooth and is optimized for Macs and iPads. Both mice are available in pale gray and the MX Anywhere 3 (with the dongle) is also offered in rose and graphite.
Read our Logitech MX Master 3 wonderful take.
David CarnoyAnker’s Soundcore Wakey may be the best clock radio you can buy for the cash. Not only does it sound better and play louder than your typical clock radio, but it has an integrated wireless charging dock for Qi-enabled smartphones, which includes all the iPhones and Samsung smartphones from the last few existences. What’s also appealing about this holiday gift idea is that there’s a companionship app (yes, it’s also a Bluetooth speaker) that scholarships you to program in your preset FM radio location favorites and dim the LED clock to your liking.
The Wakey comes in white and black; sometimes the dim model goes on sale.
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