It's nearly stocking stuffer time, and if someone on your list would be happy to stumble upon a little technology in their stocking, there are some solid deals right now on tech gadgets. These deals are all under $150, including earbuds, e-readers, smartwatches, and more.
The perfect portable charger for iPhone users
The Anker Nano Power Bank is a great portable charger for any iPhone user. It is compatible with the iPhone 14, 14 Pro, Plus, and Pro Max, as well as the iPhone 12 and 13 Series. It is compact and measures the same width as an iPhone. It holds 5,000mAh of battery power and has a lightning connector for your iPhone and a USB-C connection to charge it, which gives you up to 20 hours of battery. Get it for $19.99 (originally $29.99) from Amazon, matching the cheapest it’s ever been according to Camelcamelcamel's price history.
The Google Nest Doorbell
Some people can’t rest easy unless they know they’re safe (or their Amazon packages are safe). For them, the Google Nest Doorbell for $139 (originally $179.99) might be a nice surprise. This one is a wireless battery camera, so it’s easy to install, and it gives you 960x1280p live HD resolution video, as well as night vision. You can do two-way audio, and it has a local storage backup in case there are issues with the cloud. You can read the full PCMag review here.
A Kindle e-reader
The Kindle Paperwhite has improved a lot since its first generation release. This latest model is waterproof, with a 300 ppi high resolution and a glare-free screen that gives you a paper-like display. You can adjust the screen display lights to read at night without blue light and turn dark mode on to have a nicer time reading in the dark. This version comes with ads while the Kindle is not in use, 8GB of storage (which gives you thousands of books), and 10 weeks of battery life. Get it for $124.99 (originally $139.99).
The latest AirPods or Beats Studio Buds
There’s bound to be someone who always has their headphones on. If they are in the Apple family, consider sliding the latest 3rd generation Apple AirPods into their stockings, which are currently $139.99 (originally $169.99), matching the lowest price since their release, according to Camelcamelcamel's price history. If they’re Android users, the Beats Studio Buds for $89.95 (originally $149.95) are also a great option, currently matching the lowest price they’ve ever been, according to Camelcamelcamael's price history. They are noise-canceling earbuds, water resistant, and give you eight hours of playtime with a charging case that boosts them up to 24 hours combined.
The Fitbit Versa 4
The Fitbit Versa 4 is a user-friendly smartwatch that is great at tracking sleep and energy levels. If you're filling the stocking of someone who is into monitoring their sleep, tracking their energy levels throughout the day, or having their heart rate or blood pressure monitored, this smartwatch is for them. It has a six-day battery life, Bluetooth connectivity to take calls and texts from your wrist, and even support for Google Maps (only for Android users). You can get it for $149.95 (originally $199.95), which matches the cheapest it’s ever been, according to Camelcamelcamel's price history. If you're looking for a cheaper alternative, the Fitbit Inspire 3 is $79.95 (originally $99.95) and gives you a better 10-day battery life.
A Nintendo Switch game
If you have a gamer on your list and they have a Nintendo Switch, there are plenty of well-discounted Switch games right now. One of the best ones (at the time of this writing) is Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope for $19.99 (originally $59.99) on Amazon. The game came out in October 2022 and is still a very fun game that up to two players can enjoy at the same time. You can read the full "amazing" IGN review here.
Tile Mate Bluetooth Tracker
If someone on your list is forever losing their keys, get them a keychain they literally can’t lose: The Tile Mate Bluetooth Tracker will come up on your phone as long as you’re within a 250-foot radius. It is Apple and Android compatible, and you can get it for $17.88 (originally $24.99).
Moleskine Pen+ Smart Writing Set
Some people can't let go of the feeling of writing with pen and paper—for those people, the Moleskine Pen+ Ellipse Smart Writing Set will keep them satisfied and technologically savvy. The pen, ink, and paper are real, but the pen and notebook will digitize your work and send it to an app on your phone. Right now, the starter kit is 50% off at $99.99 (originally $199.99).
Garmin Dash Cam Mini 2
A dash cam is the sort of thing you wish you had after something happens. If you want to be proactive, though, the Garmin Dash Cam Mini 2 came out in 2021 and is a compact and discreet dash cam with an image quality of 1080p. It also has voice control with its microphone that will take voice commands even with music playing in the background. You can get it for $99.99 (originally $129.99).
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