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The 60 best tech gifts every gadget fan needs in 2023

What do you get the tech guy who has everything? Here are our top must-buy gadgets for 2023.

The best tech gifts are the ones that make a real difference your giftee’s life. If that special someone has a well-worn pair of headphones, a phone charger that only works when the moon is in the prime position, or a beard trimmer that rakes down their skin, then it’s about time you treat them (or yourself, there’s nothing wrong with being your own gift-giver) to something new.

The best part? There are so many different gadgets and tech gifts out there to enhance every aspect of your life, be that improving your tunes at home with smart speakers, motivating them to work out with a smartwatch, or grilling up something special at the summer garden party with a top-spec BBQ. Sure, they’d love a new Tesla on the driveway, but let’s be realistic here, the world of useful tech gadgets is deep, complex and spread across everything that they could possibly want. And the best thing about a techy gift? It works all year round, for all sorts of celebrations, be that birthdays, anniversaries, Christmas or even as a just-because treat.

But you’ve landed on this page because you want to be told what to buy. And we’ve got you covered. We’ve selected a range of the best must-have tech gifts for 2023, from games consoles and wearable tech to smartphones and VR equipment, ensuring that whoever you buy this gift for, they have the latest, coolest gear.

Best tech gifts at a glance 2023…

  • Best noise-cancelling true-wireless headphones: Apple AirPods Pro 2 £249 at selfridges.com
  • Best beard trimmer: Philips Series 9000 £94 at amazon.co.uk
  • Best games console: Nintendo Switch £249 at argos.co.uk
  • Best electric toothbrush: Oral-B iO9 £229 at amazon.co.uk
  • Best smart device: Echo Show 15 £239 at amazon.co.uk
  • Best beer dispenser: Perfectdraft Pro beer dispenser £258 at beerhawk.co.uk
  • Best massage gun: Theragun Pro £469 £399 at therabody.com
  • Best games console: Xbox Series S £249 at amazon.co.uk
  • Best electric toothbrush: Oral-B iO9 £229 at amazon.co.uk
  • Best 4K TV: Sony Bravia 4K TV £1,499 at currys.co.uk

What does “gadget” mean?

“Dreams about the future are always filled with gadgets” according to someone who probably knows quite a bit about tech in general, Neil deGrasse Tyson, and to be honest, he’s spot on. Gadgets are what get us excited about the future and its possibilities, simply because there’s a gadget to improve almost any aspect of your life.

The official meaning is “a gadget is a mechanical device or any ingenious article”, but nowadays it basically means anything with a bit of tech in it to help you order your food shopping, shave your face, enjoy a cup of coffee at the optimum temperature, or generally use smart voice robots to turn your heating up at home. Now, that all sounds a bit 2001: A Space Odyssey, but truly, we’re in the golden era of gadgetry, and if you’re of a mind to enjoy some techy gear, then the below should tickle your fancy.

How to research gadgets?

Why, you simply have to read this article, of course. There is a slew of useful tools and gadgets below that we’ve selected, from coffee machines to beard trimmers. When it comes to researching what you want, you probably need to narrow down your field of searching so you’re not overwhelmed with gizmos and tech that won’t enrich your life or vaguely help you make a slightly better quality cup of coffee.

Once you know what you’re after, we’ve got a tonne of guides to help you figure out whether you need a fresh pair of noise-cancelling earcans, a new telly, or a smart wearable device on your wrist to help you workout. Looking for more gifts? We’ve got you covered. Check out our roundups of the best gifts for men, best gifts for women, best gifts for brothers and best gifts for sisters for advice on how to buy top presents for the whole family.

Now that Valentine’s Day is out of the way –thanks for all the fun and games, Cupid– you might be turning your eye towards other celebrations coming up in the calendar. Birthdays, anniversaries and general seasonal gifting opportunities are often a head-scratcher if you’re stuck for something to get your giftee this year, but there’s no need to rush into buying something they are almost certainly going to return when you’re not looking. Our shopping editors are clued up on exactly what you need to buy for a loved one, family member or mate for all occasions, even if the below gadget options don’t quite scratch that itch.

If you’ve forgotten to grab a Valentine’s Day gift for your loved one then head over to our dedicated roundups on the best Valentine’s Day gifts for him and the best Valentine’s Day gifts for her. Outside of that, we’ve got guides on the best gifts for men, best gifts for women, best unusual gifts, gifts for dads, and the best housewarming gifts you need in 2023.

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GQ’s pick of the best tech gifts for 2023…

Philips Series 9000 Prestige Beard Trimmer

Everyone with a beard knows how hard it is to keep it trim and tidy, but if there’s one device to make your bathroom routine a bit more manageable, it’s the Philips 9000 Prestige. With its built-in metal comb and strong cutter, this is all about precision. The PowerAdapt sensor checks hair density 125 times per second and dynamically adapts the motor, so regardless of density or length, you get an even trim. It can handle everything from a short set of stubble to a 6mm dense beard in 0.2mm instalments, so no more excuses for wayward whiskers.

  • Price: £120 £94
  • Available at: amazon.co.uk, philips.co.uk, boots.com & argos.co.uk

Check out our roundup of the best beard trimmers to tidy up your facial fuzz.

Carl Friedrik wireless charging tray

Decluttering your WFH space is an absolute must if you want to maintain peak productivity levels, or at least somewhere to actually put your keyboard and mouse. One of the most stylish and useful tools for housing your phone, watch, keys and other desk-side detritus is Carl Friedrik’s wireless charging tray, which can wirelessly top up your smartphone and reduce the amount you have on your desk.

  • Price: £195
  • Available at: carlfriedrik.com

Apple HomePod 2

Apple’s second bite of the… well, apple. The HomePod 2 is an iterative update to the already solid speaker, with Siri smart connectivity, weight bass and the ability to turn into a soundbar when syncing up through an Apple TV. The actual upgrades come in the shape of a temperature and humidity scan to determine the quality of the air which is more than appreciated, if not a little unnecessary in a quality speaker.

  • Price: £299
  • Available at: apple.com, argos.co.uk & currys.co.uk

Lovense Diamo cock ring

If you’ve already braved it by introducing a few sex toys into the bedroom, then why not upgrade with an additional bit of tech? Don’t worry, it’s nothing too garish: the Diamo cock ring is an app-connected toy with a vibrating end so you can hand over control to a partner or enjoy long-distance foreplay with a loved one.

  • Price: £142
  • Available at: lovehoney.co.uk & sinful.co.uk

Apple Watch Series 8

The world of smart wearables is wide and rich with excellent models, but if you’ve got an iPhone in your pocket you really should only consider adding an Apple Watch as an accoutrement. The Series 8, the latest of the line, is an exceptionally high-quality model, with an upgraded durable chassis, next-level metrics and GPS tracking and a slew of systems in place to keep you at peak health, be that to notify the local authorities you’ve been in an accident or if your body is currently in its ovulating cycle.

  • Price: £369
  • Available at: apple.com, johnlewis.com, argos.co.uk & amazon.co.uk

Samsung Galaxy S23

Google Pixel Watch

The world of smartwatches is ever-growing with powerful models –more of which you can read about here – but if you’re rocking a Google Pixel or Android-powered smartphone, then you won’t find much better than the Google watch to go along with it. Infinitely better looking than many other durable fitness trackers on the market, the Pixel watch has a huge battery, plenty of connectivity and decent tracking, though the GPS might not be up to scratch for some.

  • Price: £310
  • Available at: amazon.co.uk, currys.co.uk & ee.co.uk

Read GQ’s roundup of the best smartwatches

Hydrow Rower

It’s unlikely you’ll be entering too many regattas any time soon, but if you fancy yourself a rower and can’t make it back out on the water, then why not bring the boat to you with the Hydrow Rower? Built with performance in mind, it’s got a Full HD display loaded with thousands of real-world workouts that put you digitally on the water for that racing feel. Concerned about the space in your home? It’s 30% smaller than most other models and is a lot easier to store away. Win in our eyes.

Read GQ’s full Hydrow review

  • Price: £1,995
  • Available at: hydrow.com

Sony DualSense Edge

Has he got himself a PlayStation 5 at last? If it’s busy screaming in frustration after some scrub has wiped the floor with him on Warzone then level up his game with the new DualSense Edge controller. Packing the same impressive haptic feedback from the original controller, this one adds in additional back pedals that can be remapped as additional buttons and adjustable thumbsticks for greater accuracy.

  • Price: £219
  • Available at: Pre-order at playstation.com

Read GQ’s Sony DualSense Edge review

Amazon Echo Dot

Smart speakers are your entry point into building a smart home, and they don’t really get much better than Amazon’s Echo series. Connecting together with everything from smart thermostats and plugs to other smart speakers, you can control almost every aspect of your home using just your voice. The most prevalent smart speaker in homes up and down the country is Amazon’s Echo Dot series, and for bloody good reason. It’s small, versatile, powerful enough for most engagements outside a full-on festival, and comes packed with the Amazon Alexa voice control can help you with. A win-win in our eyes.

  • Price: £54 £29
  • Available at: amazon.co.uk

PerfectDraft Pro

Tired of asking your local barkeep to pull your pints? Bring the beer kegs home with the PerfectDraft Pro dispenser, which will automatically chill your chosen bevvy to the optimum temp for that crisp, lip-smacking taste every time.

  • Price: £258
  • Available at: beerhawk.co.uk

Read GQ’s roundup of the best beer dispensers

F1S V2

Lelo’s expertly crafted male masturbators is a damn sight better than your right hand and will offer a much more luxurious tug than many other models out there. It’s a warm and cosy place to lay your head, with multiple vibration settings and a coach to help you last a little longer next time. All for scientific purposes, of course.

  • Price: £149
  • Available at: lelo.co.uk

Xbox Series S

One of the most affordable consoles on the market right now, the Xbox Series S also has the advantage of actually being available online. Unlike many of its siblings, the Series S doesn’t sell out as quickly and still does everything any other Xbox would — just not in 4K. A bonus here is that it dovetails perfectly with Microsoft’s Game Pass subscription service, which already counts Deathloop, Halo Infinite and Forza Horizon 5 among its roster.

  • Price: £245
  • Available at: amazon.co.uk

Apple AirPods Pro 2

If you glance up and find yourself hip-deep into Apple’s vast ecosystem then there’s not really much point in resisting and attempting to find the same quality elsewhere. Apple’s products are just too good to ignore, and its latest upgrade to the industry-changing AirPods (the second generation of Pro headphones) might not shake foundations but they certainly add some next-level features to an already complete pair of earbuds. With super-charged ANC, touch-sensitive controls, spatial audio and a choice of tip sizes to fit every ear shape, this might just be the best gadget of the year.

  • Price: £249
  • Available at: selfridges.com

Hisense U7QF

For many people, the idea of getting a 4K TV might still conjure the notion that it’s going to be an expensive acquisition, but Hisense is here to deliver impressive quality at affordable prices. This particular model is well equipped for modern watching, with next-level visual qualities (that feature HDR compatibility, 4K resolution and low input lag for gaming) and plenty of HDMI ports for adding your PS5 should you need to.

  • Price: £549
  • Available at: argos.co.uk

Waterpik Cordless flosser

Tired of having to flick a bit of string between your teeth day and night to please your dentist? Concerned you’re not getting the proper clean your mouth deserves? A jet-powered water flosser is the only way to improve your morning routine with a minimal amount of effort on your part. Firing a tiny blast of water along the gums will rinse out all the dirt that gets stuck in those hard-to-reach places to deliver the sort of shine your hygienist will be proud of.

  • Price: £60
  • Available at: boots.com

Read GQ’s roundup of the best water flossers

Oral-B Genius X

When it comes to securing a professional clean, you really should only go for an electric toothbrush. Not only does it take out the elbow grease and effort out of your twice-daily brushing, but this particular one from Oral-B can track which of your teeth you’re taking the most care of and guide you to a more efficient routine. And yes, it might be a lot for a toothbrush, but it’s worth investing if you care about a dazzling smile.

  • Price: £250
  • Available at: amazon.co.uk & argos.co.uk

Read GQ’s roundup of the best electric toothbrushes

Lelo Hugo

You can’t argue with the figures. Sales of men’s sex toys are up exponentially over the last few years. Lelo produces some of the best on the market, both in terms of their tech and their luxurious, inconspicuous feel. The Hugo is its bestselling prostate massager, with two powerful motors and a remote control for its user or a partner to adjust myriad vibration and intensity settings. If he’s looking to try something new this year, this could be just the ticket.

  • Price: £132
  • Available at: lelo.com & lookfantastic.com

Sonos One

A Sonos smart speaker is one of our favourites for its exemplary sound and the possibility to hook it up with either Amazon’s Alexa or Google’s AI assistant. As far as affordable excellence goes, neither your bank balance nor your brother are going to get much better.

  • Price: £179
  • Available at: sonos.com, johnlewis.com & currys.co.uk

Panasonic Premium ER-SB40

If you’re rocking a thick unruly beard that’s annoyingly resistant to being tamed, then you need something with a bit more chopping power to show it who’s boss. Panasonic’s specially designed trimmer is the company’s most powerful to date, designed to bring the fight to the thickest of beards in a single stroke. Ultra-sharp stainless steel blades, coupled with a strong motor based on mag-lev technology (yes, really), should make quick work of any unruly hair, especially with its specially shaped blades that are designed to scythe through curly or flat-lying hair with ease.

  • Price: £39
  • Available at: amazon.co.uk & boots.com

Apple iPhone 14 Pro

Another year passes and once again Apple adds another top-tier smartphone to the iPhone roster, with the 14th major series overall. This model has the same day-long battery, silky-smooth display and pro-grade camera system. Plus, it adds the fun new Dynamic Island feature which replaces the top-notch and adds a unique set of versatility and brevity to the set of pebble phones. Get it with EE’s Full Works plan for access to Apple Music, Apple TV+, Apple Arcade and all of the tech giant’s much-vaunted subscription services.

  • Price: From £1,199 or £70 per month
  • Available at: ee.co.uk

Theragun Pro

This year’s been another stressful one so far, so why not treat someone (or yourself) to this powerful massage gun. The Theragun is described as a “percussive therapy device” which essentially means it thumps your muscles at high speeds to provide the same relaxing results as a soft-tissue massage. Take aim at your weary arms and legs between workouts to recover faster, get relief from built-up lactic acid and get back into the game stronger than ever. Aches and pains begone.

  • Price: From £549 £369
  • Available at: therabody.com & johnlewis.com

Read our roundup of the best massage guns to ease-post workout stress.

Hotel Chocolat Velvetiser

There are good cups of hot chocolate and then there are perfect cups of hot chocolate, and the latter can only be achieved with the power of Hotel Chocolat’s superb Velvetiser. Add a healthy heap of chocolate shavings, and your chosen milk and then press the button to watch it all coalesce into the dream hot chocolate. There are dozens of flavours available, including vegan options should you wish, you can thank us later.

  • Price: £99
  • Available at: hotelchocolat.com

Lelo Tor 2

The best option for both parties, an investment in Lelo’s Tor 2 is one your girlfriend will be happy you made. Not only will it keep you harder for longer, but it will also stimulate the clitoris during penetrative sex and, thanks to multiple speed and vibration settings, will do much of the heavy lifting for lazy lovers (which is no excuse to take your foot off the gas, mind). Quite comfortable to be used in many positions for the more adventurous couple, the Tor 2 could be your new best friend in the bedroom.

  • Price: £98
  • Available at: lelo.com and boots.com

Milty Zerostat 3

The least fun aspect of record collecting? It’s the gnawing dread that you might not be treating your LPs with the hallowed reverence they deserve. Luckily, the Milty Zerostat 3 is a fuss-free solution for crate-diggers of all persuasions. Just pull the trigger to neutralise static charges on your vinyl and instantly improve its sound quality. A handy brush is also included for the finishing touch.

  • Price: £59
  • Available at: amazon.co.uk

Apple AirTags

Struggle to remember where you put your phone, wallet, keys, or literally anything else in your life? Sometimes it’s helpful to have Big Brother’s eye on your stuff. Apple’s AirTags are an affordable location-tracking device for iPhone owners, pinging the exact location (within a metre or two) of your misplaced gear straight to your handset. For Android users, you might consider the Galaxy Smart Tag alternative.

  • Price: From £29.99
  • At amazon.co.uk, johnlewis.com & currys.co.uk

Oral-B iO5

Looking for the perennially cut-price electric toothbrush, most bargain hunters enjoy steep discounts on Oral-B’s iO5. Aside from the usual array of brushing modes and pressure sensors, this model uses AI to finesse your brushing style. Now that’s a crafty bit of grooming kit.

  • Price: £159
  • Available at: amazon.co.uk

Polaroid Now Instant Camera i-Type

Document your festive merriment in permanent and charmingly shambolic fashion with the Polaroid Now i-Type. Now with added autofocus – as well as the ability to shoot double exposures – your snaps should turn out fine no matter how much mulled wine you’ve managed to imbibe.

  • Price: £99
  • Available at: amazon.co.uk

Oliver Bonas Grey Essential Oil Electric Aroma Diffuser

While plenty of the tech here might encourage them to stew in their own filth, an Oliver Bonas diffuser will do its best to mitigate those conditions and elevate their humble abode with a touch of class. This ceramic and plastic model is available in a range of colours and patterned designs, but it’s the ability to elevate their ambience with up to three hours of fragrance that’s the game changer here.

  • Price: £45
  • Available at: oliverbonas.com

Ninja 3.8L Air Fryer and Dehydrator

Air fryers are popping off for all manner of energy-saving and wellness-related reasons, none of which would be remotely valid if this Ninja model weren’t capable of making a damn tasty meal. Consider this the rare kitchen gadget that’s not destined to sit unloved on a kitchen countertop all year long.

  • Price: £165
  • Available at: amazon.co.uk & argos.co.uk

Sony Bravia 4K TV

Go on, treat yourself. Sony’s incredibly hi-def Bravia XR series might just be one of the best displays at this price range (which has been cut by £400 across every screen size) with 4K gaming-ready features, Odeon-level imagery and plenty of audio guns in its arsenal.

  • Price: £1,799 £1,499
  • Available at: currys.co.uk, johnlewis.com & ao.co.uk

Bowers & Wilkins PX8

Anyone looking for a refined, bespoke listen to their favourite tunes will often turn an admiring eye to British brand Bowers & Wilkins for that silky-smooth, luxurious fit over their ears. truth be told, they will definitely continue to do so, as the latest flagship PX8 series is the most comfortable set of cans we’ve ever tried, and they’ve got the sonic punch to guide you through Taylor Swift’s discography with aplomb.

  • Price: £599
  • Available at: bowerswilkins.com

Blowmotion oral simulator

Much like Blowmotion’s oral simulator, this alternative masturbator prides itself on its “real feel”. Boasting a stretchy inner canal with myriad ribs and nodules that oscillate in eight different patterns, at seven intensity levels (engage turbo mode) for a true deep-throat session, our favourite thing about this toy is its smartphone slot, which allows you to peruse your favourite visual stimuli as you go.

  • Price: £70
  • Available at: lovehoney.co.uk

Apple TV 4K

Don’t think of the Apple TV 4K as a bog standard streaming box. Sure it’ll screen your Netflix and Disney+ faves in resplendent fashion, but it’s better still as a hub for your smart home kit. If you’re also signed up for either Apple’s Fitness+ or Arcade gaming service, you’ll be able to throw them up on a big screen as well. Football Manager 2023 Touch, while you’re doing the Warrior II, pose? Now that’s what we call a workout.

  • Price: £169
  • Available at: apple.com, amazon.co.uk & argos.co.uk

Ruark R2 Mk4

Who says radio is dead? Not us. Ruark’s effortlessly stylish R2 Mk4 is exactly why the wireless simply will not be replaced, no matter how many Alexa-stuffed smart speakers you might buy. With a gorgeous finish that hides incredible smarts and solid drivers, this is a top-spec radio to wake up to each morning.

  • Price: £479
  • Available at: richersounds.com & johnlewis.com

Sonos Roam

Pound for pound one of the best Bluetooth speakers you can buy, the Sonos Roam has been dominating the on-the-go music space for over a year now, and there’s little reason to believe it will be knocked off the top spot. The headline specs? It’s affordably priced, looks great, sounds even better, and is slender enough to slide into that little water bottle pocket you get on the side of your rucksack – perfect for one of those pumping EDM-filled hikes everyone pretends to love on dating apps.

  • Price: £179
  • Available at: sonos.com, amazon.co.uk & johnlewis.com

Read GQ’s round-up of the best portable speakers.

PlayStation 5

Most of us have been wistfully glancing over at the likes of Ebay and Amazon, hoping to see stock land for the ultra-powerful PS5, but thankfully, you can finally get your hands on one (took two years, but we got there in the end). To celebrate the brilliant release of God of War Ragnarök, you can get the super-charged console with the game, FIFA 23 and a pair of headphones in one cost-efficient bundle.

  • Price: £669
  • Available at: currys.co.uk

Anker Powerbank

First-world disasters include not having a sufficiently large following on TikTok, failing to sport some sort of smartwatch, and running out of charge on your smartphone. However, those problems can be a thing of the past with Anker’s powerful portable charger. Arriving with USB and USB-C ports for multiple phones, you can get two full charges back on a standard iPhone, and it’s small enough to slip right into your pocket.

  • Price: £22.99
  • Available at: amazon.co.uk

Garmin Marq II Golfer

Look, there’s no other way of saying this: most golf watches give off less of a major-winner vibe and more of that of a village putting green runner-up. So it’s a delight to see that Garmin has taken the task seriously with its latest Marq wearable, which is made from titanium with a bona fide ceramic bezel. As you’d expect, it’s got all the smarts you need (and plenty more) to help you improve your swing too.

  • Price: £1,999
  • Available at: garmin.com

Tangram Smart Skipping Rope Rookie

There are few better ways to workout mind and body than by skipping. As much as Tangram’s Smart Skipping Rope won’t elevate your hand-eye coordination on its lonesome, it will track your jumps, calories burned and time spent getting a sweat on.

  • Price: £39.95
  • Available at: amazon.co.uk

Oura Ring

The celebrity fitness tracker of choice, Oura’s ring sits stealthily on your chosen finger while keeping tabs on your heart rate, activity, sleep and loads more. It’s ideal if you know someone who’s already wedded to their mechanical watch but still obsesses over their gymbound PBs.

  • Price: $349
  • Available at: ouraring.com

GoPro Hero10 Black

The GoPro has long been the gadget of choice for those who like their holidays to be as full of adrenaline as they are cocktails, and the most recent Hero10 Black is predictably the best yet. This near-unbreakable wearable action camera can shoot ridiculously smooth high-res footage, even when strapped to the end of a snowboard, and can record underwater to boot.

  • Price: From £349
  • Available at: amazon.co.uk, gopro.com & argos.co.uk

Panasonic Multishape groomer

Panasonic’s Multishape is the absolute Swiss Army Knife of the grooming world, with enough attachments to tidy up your whole daily routine from hair and beard to teeth and nose. Looking for a gadget that does it all? Combining an electric toothbrush, beard trimmer, razor, nose and ear hair trimmer all in one go, you’ll never need another grooming gadget again. With detachable heads to help you navigate your daily tidy up and switch between cutting your ‘tache to cleaning your teeth in seconds. It’s got a marathon battery, a powerful motor and one of our favourite new gadgets of 2023.

  • Price: £71
  • Available at: amazon.co.uk

Anker Nebula Capsule

If your telly just doesn’t quite cut the mustard anymore, the only way to improve your home-theatre experience is with a dedicated cinema projector. This one is ultra-portable (literally the size of a craft beer can), delivers crisp Full HD visuals, and can stretch your films up to 100 inches if you’ve got the wall space for it. All you need now is the popcorn maker.

  • Price: £339
  • Available at: uk.seenebula.com & amazon.co.uk

Check out our roundup of the best cinema projectors for the ultimate at-home movie experience.

Sony WH-1000XM5

Almost certainly the best ANC headphones on the market, the XM5 series makes the outside sounds slip away into the ether, so that you can fully focus on your music, chosen podcast or work call. It’s got fully scalable noise cancellation, with the ability to track where you are and what you’re doing and automatically adjust on the fly, ensuring crisp, vibrant music almost anywhere you choose to listen. Pricey? Sure. But these are the best headphones you can buy and by some margin.

  • Price: £293
  • Available at: amazon.co.uk & johnlewis.com

Panasonic Series 9000 Shaver

Looking for a professionally close shave in your own bathroom? Panasonic’s 9000 electric shaver is one of the best we’ve used for smooth, clean skin with minimal fuss. Eradicate irritated skin and get smooth jaws and cheeks with this premium trimmer every time, with a rotating head for a comforting sweep across your face, with enough power to slice through the finest of hairs for silky skin every morning.

  • Price: £194
  • Available at: amazon.co.uk

Amazon Echo Show 15

A modern man requires modern solutions and if you’re starting to get a bit forgetful about dates and plans, then you need a smart assistant to help you keep on track. Amazon’s Echo Show 15 is the best way to stay organised, acting like a digital calendar, weather channel, Google search engine, personal calendar and music player all in one. Hang it up in the kitchen and never forget another birthday again, with personalised reminders for different members of the household.

  • Price: £219
  • Available at: amazon.co.uk

Nothing Ear (1)

Finally, a rival to the AirPods with a personality all of their own. Nothing’s Ear (1) buds may have a name that’s a parody of Silicon Valley iconoclasm but their transparent aesthetic is particularly striking, they sound the part with active noise cancellation (ANC) and they’re competitively priced among a vast field of identikit rivals. Partner them up with the new Nothing Phone 1 and live that Bladerunner fantasy lifestyle you’ve always dreamt of.

  • Price: £99.99
  • Available at: nothing.tech & amazon.co.uk

Read GQ’s Nothing Ear(1) review.

Nintendo Switch OLED

It’s the wildly popular Nintendo Switch, but not as you know it. Well, pretty much exactly as you know it, only with a bigger seven-inch OLED screen for punchier and more accurate colours. In other words, the most important feature on this portable console just got a whole lot better. Whether you’re sneaking in 30 minutes with Metroid Dread on your commute or spending the umpteenth sofa-bound hour finessing your Animal Crossing village, this is the Switch you want.

  • Price: From £299.99
  • Available at: amazon.co.uk, store.nintendo.com, argos.co.uk & game.co.uk

Weber SmokeFire EPX6 Wood Fired Pellet Grill, STEALTH Edition

Woodfire pellets are an ever-growing trend in the at-home BBQ world and for good reason. The slow, smoky atmosphere in your barbeque pulls out plenty of flavour in your food, without charring it, leaving you with sweet, juicy food every time. Hands down the best pellet-driven BBQ we’ve tested and our top pick is Weber’s SmokeFire EPX6 Stealth, which is the complete package.

The electric cooker is capable of searing, roasting, stir-frying or steaming your food at up to 315 degrees C with all the smoky goodness of your pellet-driven heat, with enough grill area to hold a veritable feast all in one go. Weber offers a wealth of extra griddles, pans, cooking grates and searing plates to cater to all sorts of cooking, and it all connects to your smartphone so you’ll get automatic notifications on when it reaches optimum temperatures and will guide you on timings and technique depending on what you’re cooking. The price is high, but this truly is the premium end of the BBQ-cooking spectrum.

  • Price: £2,199
  • Available at: weber.com

Bose QuietComfort 45

Like a late-night kebab, Harry Kane from the penalty spot or turkey at Christmas, there’s just no going wrong with a pair of Bose noise-cancelling headphones. An update to the former kings of business-class listening, the QuietComfort 45 bring superior kerfuffle dimming, improved battery life and fine-tuned sonics to a familiar, timeworn design.

  • Price: From £234
  • Available at: amazon.co.uk, bose.co.uk, currys.co.uk & johnlewis.com

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Ember Mug

We’ve already covered the Ember espresso cup elsewhere on this list, but what if your tech-loving friend likes their drinks on the larger side? The Ember Mug is a bigger cup with enough space for tea, coffee, hot chocolates and everything in between, with a handle to protect your delicate fingers from your toasty brew.

  • Price: £149
  • Available at: uk.ember.com

Oral-B iO9 electric toothbrush

In case you didn’t know, smart features have pervaded every bit of our lives, including how we clean our teeth. The most advanced of toothbrushes is the current iO9 from Oral-B. It has more than eight cleaning settings, automatic warnings when you’re brushing too hard and can sync up to your smartphone so you always know exactly which tooth you’re not hitting properly.

  • Price: £225
  • Available at: amazon.co.uk. boots.com & oralb.co.uk

Bang and Olufsen BeoSound Explore

Warmer weather brings a temptation to head out to the park with a few brews or partake in one of those hikes you pretend to be passionate about in your Tinder profile. Whatever excuse you use to get outdoors, you’ll want to bring a top-quality speaker with a rugged aesthetic, and we can’t recommend the BeoSound Explore enough. Trippy Red reverberated around our four-hour expedition across Scafell Pike and it barely dented the battery.

  • Price: From £169
  • Available at: bang-olufsen.com, amazon.co.uk & johnlewis.com

Belkin MagSafe charger

A classier way to charge your iPhone and accompanying Apple kit, this Belkin MagSafe charger will sit on your office desk and wirelessly top up your batteries without you having to scramble for the right power cable. Slick, convenient and stylish.

  • Price: From £139.95
  • Available at: amazon.co.uk

Peloton Bike+

AKA the deluxe Peloton, this bike’s new larger touchscreen swivels outwards so you can more easily follow other strength and cardio workouts, while more powerful built-in speakers bring you closer to the heart-pumping, sweaty action.

  • Price: From £2,295
  • Available at: onepeloton.co.uk

Apple iPad (2021)

Apple’s iPads are always worth the price of admission, but this one is a steal at £60 off. The 2021 model has a super-charged processor, a gorgeous display and enough storage for all that Disney+ has to offer for your next month’s commute.

  • Price: £369 £309
  • Available at: amazon.co.uk

Sonos Beam Gen 2

The sequel to Sonos’ brilliantly compact smart soundbar’s notable new feature is Dolby Atmos, which means it can simulate 3D surround sound when playing supported shows and movies. But it’s also a great speaker, especially for iPhone users, with full support for Apple AirPlay 2. Built-in TV speakers are nearly always spectacularly naff, and this is the best soundbar for the space-conscious.

  • Price: From £449
  • Available at: sonos.com, amazon.co.uk & johnlewis.com

Xbox Elite Controller 2

The Series 2 of the Xbox Elite Controller is the most premium, comfortable and customisable game controller on the market. It’s sturdy, features rechargeable batteries powered by USB-C for optimal accessibility, and can be tweaked and tuned to your liking. Removable thumb sticks, changeable D-pads and rear levers give you greater control than ever before, so you can hit set buttons without ever having to take your fingers off the most important buttons.

  • Price: From £142
  • Available at: amazon.co.uk

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