Christmas is just around the corner, so if you haven’t decided on a gift to put under your Christmas tree, hurry up.
As always, we’ve been testing out the best tech-focused gifts for everyone in your life so you don’t fuss on Christmas Eve.
Whether someone wants the latest smartphone, the punchiest headphones, or the coolest wearable, gadgets can be the ideal stocking filler.
If you choose wisely, you can find a gift that will last for a long time. Probably far more satisfying than chocolate, perfume, or another pair of socks.
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We tested a lot of gadgets this year, and here’s a broad cross-section of them. Tech fans and technophobes alike will find something to appeal to, and there’s something for every pocket.
We tested listening, watching, wearing, reading, brushing, shaving, and riding as needed. We tested it for easy setup, performance efficiency, great battery life, and value for money. Overall, these are the best. So something for everyone.
Here are the best tech gifts for 2022.
- Overall best – Apple AirPods pro: £249, Apple.com
- best health gadgets – Oura Rings: From £239, Ouraring.com
- best over ear headphones – B&W Px8: £599, Bowerswilkins.co.uk
- best smartphone – Apple iPhone 14 pro: Starting at £1,099, Apple.com
- best appliances – Vax Platinum Smart Wash: £300, Argos.co.uk
- best music gifts – Ruark Audio R2 mk4 Smart Music System: £479, Johnlewis.com
- best in ear headphones – Bose quietcomfort earbuds II: £229.95, Bose.co.uk
- best fitness gadgets – Therabody theragun mini: £174, Therabody.com
- best portable speakers – Devialet Mania: £690, Devialet.com
- best affordable gadgets – Apple AirTag: £35, Apple.com
- best phone for photography – Huawei mate 50 pro: £1,199.99, Huawei.com
- best ebook reader – Amazon Kindle paperwhite: £104.99, Amazon.co.uk
- best wearable – Apple Watch Series 8: Starting at £419, Apple.com
- best toothbrush – Philips Sonicare 9900 Prestige: £290, Amazon.co.uk
- best grooming gadgets for men – Braun Series 9 Pro Shaver: £279.99, Braunshop.co.uk
- best iphone accessories – Anker 622 Magnetic Wireless Portable Charger: £49.99, Amazon.co.uk
- best electric bike – Ampler Stellar: £2,440, Ampler.com
- best charging gadget – Ugreen 65W USB C Charger: £49.99, Amazon.co.uk
- best apple charging pads – Nomad Base 1 Max: £95, Nomadgoods.com
- best laptop – Apple MacBook Air: Starting at £1,249, Apple.com
