19 best tech gift ideas for gadget lovers
Elevate your gifting game to a whole new dimension
By Shazrina Shamsudin and Cheryl Lai-Lim -
Tech is everywhere. From the devices in our hands to the augmented reality before our eyes, tech has seamlessly integrated into every facet of our lives — in our homes, on kitchen counters, and it even finds its place in our clothing and accessories.
This also means that curating a list of the latest and most extraordinary tech gifts is no small feat. The hardest giftee to shop for is always the gadget lover, and not because they mostly just want a shiny new smartphone wrapped under the tree.
To truly impress, you've got to delve deep. Whether your recipient is an avid gamer, a fitness fanatic, or simply someone who revels in the latest tech trends, our curated list is here to spark inspiration for gift-giving.
Create, organise and work on the go with the latest iPad Mini from Apple. While it may be small in size, the iPad Mini is a formidable work companion that boasts an impeccable system built with an A17 Pro chip that supersedes its predecessors.
On top of its new and improved system, the iPad Mini 7 is also compatible with the Apple Pencil Pro, making it a great accessory that’s not only perfect for creatives, but for working professionals in different fields to work on the go.
Looking for a fuss-free yet functional gift for your loved ones this season? SHARP’s new AQUOS sense9 smartphone is a no-brainer. Whether it’s for students, kids, or adventurers who need a reliable companion for their on-the-go lifestyle, this sleek device ticks all the right boxes.
Why do we love it? For starters, it’s really easy to use. The 6.1-inch Pro IGZO OLED display ensures you get crisp, clear visibility — even under bright sunlight. The phone also comes with dual 50.3MP cameras that are perfect for snapping all those festive moments, and it’s equipped with a powerful battery that can last up to two days. Not to mention the new lineup also comes in four different chic colours, which includes a Singapore-exclusive Coral shade.
These new earbuds are about to change the way you enjoy music on the go. The JBL Tour Pro 3 comes with a redesigned Smart Charging Case featuring a sleek, feature-packed touchscreen that lets you fully personalize and control your listening experience.
With Bluetooth compatibility, these earbuds deliver immersive sound for both music and videos, thanks to JBL’s incredible Spatial 360 sound with head tracking. It creates a natural, realistic audio experience that feels like the sound is coming from around you—not just inside your head.
And it doesn’t stop there. The legendary Hi-Res JBL Pro Sound ensures crystal-clear audio quality, delivering three times more data than regular Bluetooth. Whether you’re blocking out noise at work with Real-Time True Adaptive Noise Cancelling, connecting to inflight systems during a flight, or elevating your Zoom calls by using the Smart Charging Case as an audio transmitter, these earbuds do it all.
Take your coffee game to the next level with this brilliant gadget from Morning. This stand-alone milk steaming machine is a must-have for creating smooth, glossy, café-quality milk right in your kitchen. Whether you’re a seasoned barista or just starting out, you’ll love how user-friendly and beginner-friendly it is.
What sets this device apart is its precise control over key milk steaming elements like pressure and temperature, all easily adjustable through an intuitive touchscreen. Plus, you can customise your experience by selecting the type of milk you’re steaming — whether it’s whole milk or plant-based options like oat, soy, or almond milk.
For coffee lovers, the Ember Mug 2 is a game-changer. This smart mug has just landed in Singapore, and it’s set to transform your daily coffee ritual.
With the Ember Mug 2, you can set your ideal drinking temperature with pinpoint accuracy, ensuring your coffee is never too hot or too cold. The mug maintains your chosen temperature for up to 1.5 hours with the 295 ml version or 80 minutes with the 414 ml version, so every sip is just right. It’s hand wash-safe and submersible up to 1 metre in water, combining style with practicality.
The smart LED indicator lets you know when your drink has reached the perfect warmth, and the built-in battery provides 1.5 hours of heat for the 295 ml version of the mug, and 80 minutes for the 414 ml mug. For continuous warmth, place it on the charging coaster that it comes with. With its intelligent auto-sleep feature, Ember senses when to power on and off, making it as intuitive as it is innovative. It’s also super easy to customise your temperature range from 50°C to 62.5°C using the Ember app.
It’s the perfect gift for anyone who loves their tech as much as their coffee!
For gadget lovers seeking the ultimate upgrade (to both their desks and tech arsenal), the Anker MagGo 15W 3-in-1 Charging Stand is a game-changer. This sleek device delivers lightning-fast 15W wireless charging, backed by Qi2 certification and MagSafe compatibility, ensuring your tech receives a speedy and secure boost.
Its stylish, “tree-like” design is as functional as it is eye-catching, allowing you to charge your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods simultaneously. Watch as your Apple Watch Series 10 zips to 80% power in just 30 minutes – perfect for those who constantly need to charge their devices quickly.
Apple’s most recent iPhone release stands out as its best, in our opinion.
The iPhone 16 is a powerhouse of innovation and adaptability, boasting an enhanced camera setup, upgraded display functionalities ideal for gaming, and two noteworthy additions: an Action Button and Camera Control Button, which enables you to quickly access different features with a touch of a button.
These adjustable noise-canceling headphones offer a transformative audio experience, with custom titanium drivers meticulously tuned for optimal performance.
The headphones also boast five levels of noise cancellation, making them among the most advanced in their category. With a simple twist of the earcup wheel, users can tailor the noise-canceling settings to suit various environments, ensuring an immersive experience regardless of surroundings.
Functionally, the Beoplay H95 offers an impressive 38 hours of non-stop listening with active noise cancellation, making it an ideal companion for extended trips. Turning off ANC extends the battery life to an extraordinary 50 hours, providing users with unparalleled flexibility.
Beyond its technical prowess, the Beoplay H95 prioritises comfort with oval memory foam cushions, soft top-grain lambskin, and a superior fit, inviting users to indulge in prolonged listening sessions without discomfort.
Boasting a high-quality, clean, and minimalistic design, this hybrid instant camera is more than a photographic device; it's a stylish and playful companion that seamlessly connects the digital and analog worlds.
The camera's versatility extends beyond the physical prints it produces. What sets the Leica Sofort 2 apart is its ability to bridge the gap between analog and digital photography. Through the FOTOS app, users can not only share spontaneous moments on social media but also print images directly from their smartphones or other Leica cameras. With seamless connectivity and a host of creative features, the camera truly embraces the best of both worlds.
Here's one for skincare enthusiasts: This breakthrough device combines the power of Red, Red + Infrared, and Blue light therapy with tension-relieving vibration therapy, creating a versatile and effective full-face treatment.
Clinically proven through studies, the TheraFace Mask has demonstrated remarkable results in as little as 8 weeks, including firmer, smoother, and healthier-looking skin with a visible reduction in fine lines and dark spots. Its hands-free design, complemented by removable protective eye shields, allows for multitasking during the skincare treatment, enhancing convenience and usability.
Key features of the TheraFace Mask include Red Light therapy for reducing fine lines and wrinkles, Red + Infrared Light therapy for addressing dark spots and enhancing radiance, and Blue Light therapy for targeting acne and combating acne-causing bacteria. The inclusion of 17 proprietary QX-Micro Motors further distinguishes this device, delivering massaging vibration therapy to key pressure points on the face and scalp, promoting relaxation and stress relief.
Samsung's Z Flip series is still the best in the market for those looking for a flip phone, and its latest device in the line-up stands out with its durability, compactness and user-friendly features.
Engineered with a reinforced display, the Z Flip5 is built to withstand thousands of flips open and closed. This durability ensures that it remains one of the most robust devices available, making it an ideal choice for those who value longevity and resilience in their gadgets.
Despite its robust build, the Z Flip5 maintains a compact profile, offering a sleek and dinky form factor. The powerful camera caters to photography enthusiasts who desire high-quality images and versatile shooting capabilities in a compact device.
Plus, the larger external display on the outside of the phone definitely enhances user convenience by instantly notifying users of incoming notifications without the need to open the device.
Apple’s new iMac lineup, unveiled recently in October, definitely makes for an ideal gift for gadget lovers who appreciate cutting-edge technology and sleek aesthetics.
The 21.5-inch model is particularly well-suited for aspiring creatives, students, and entrepreneurs, delivering phenomenal sustained performance. Built with an A4 chip, the iMac boasts a faster CPU and has a powerful Neural Engine that supports AI tasks like automatically enhancing photos and removing background noise from videos.
Apple’s latest Watch boasts its largest display yet, with 30% more screen area, letting you enlarge fonts and view an extra line of text for messages, mail, and news. The first-ever wide-angle OLED display is also 40% brighter at an angle, perfect for quick glances while walking or typing.
It charges faster too—up to 80% in just 30 minutes—and is 10% lighter with a sleek aluminum casing. Beyond fitness tracking, it helps manage health by reminding you to take medications, monitoring loud environments, and even detecting signs of atrial fibrillation.
Retaining the wildly popular features of the original Nintendo Switch, this upgraded version introduces a significant enhancement—a larger seven-inch OLED screen, delivering punchier and more accurate colours.
The larger and vibrant OLED display brings games to life, whether you're sneaking in a quick gaming session during your commute or spending extended hours immersed in titles like Metroid Dread or Animal Crossing. The enhanced visuals and colour accuracy contribute to a more immersive and enjoyable gaming experience, making the Nintendo Switch OLED an ideal gift for anyone looking to elevate their gaming experience.
Coffee lovers will definitely appreciate Smeg's EGF03 Espresso machine. Designed to mimic the experience of a real barista, this machine allows users to customise every step of the coffee brewing process.
With an integrated grinder for fresh coffee beans, various pre-infusion options, and temperature control, users can craft the perfect cup tailored to their preferences. The built-in pressure gauge ensures precision in grinding and pressing operations, while the professional steam wand expands the machine's capabilities to prepare a variety of milk-based drinks. Combining sophisticated design with advanced functionality, the Smeg EGF03 is a premium addition to any coffee enthusiast's kitchen.
The newly launched Xiaomi Pad 6 makes for an excellent gift choice for those who value performance, long-lasting battery life, and advanced camera features for various use cases, from entertainment to professional settings.
The tablet's exceptional power capacity, with an 8840mAh high-power capacity, ensures prolonged usage, making it an ideal companion for various activities, whether watching videos at home, attending meetings, or traveling on business. The inclusion of fast charging capability enhances convenience, ensuring that the device stays powered up for extended periods.
In addition to its performance prowess, the Xiaomi Pad 6 features a camera with a fill light function, making it suitable for video meetings where users can shine with clarity. The FocusFrame keeps users centered even during movement, and intelligent adjustments to the lens viewing angle accommodate changes in participants, ensuring the best possible angle for the situation.
Sick of your loud, blaring alarm? The viral Hatch Restore 2 alarm clock seamlessly blends innovative features to enhance sleep quality and create a soothing bedtime routine. Its gentle sunrise alarm supports the natural circadian rhythm, ensuring a gradual and pleasant wake-up experience.
With a variety of sleep sounds inspired by nature, such as "forest birds" and "morning singing bowl," users can create a tranquil environment for deep and restful sleep. The device's bedside light, available in calming colours like Lilac or Warm White, cues the body for bedtime, while its minimalist design is tailored for bedside tables.
The inclusion of Rest and Rise buttons simplifies the sleep routine, allowing users to initiate their nighttime or morning rituals with a single press, eliminating the need for phone interaction.
If your giftee is a Samsung phone user who often loses their valuables, this would make a perfect gift. With an enhanced battery life of up to 500 days and an IP67 dust and water resistance rating, the SmartTag2 ensures long-lasting performance and durability.
The improved Compass View and Search Nearby features provide an intuitive and efficient way to locate valuables, while easy pairing between Galaxy devices enhances user experience.
With the ability to input contact information via a message in Lost Mode and an extended battery life of up to 700 days on Power Saving Mode, the Galaxy SmartTag2 offers a comprehensive solution for keeping track of belongings and controlling IoT devices with a simple click.
An exceptional gift choice for discerning gadget lovers, the Devialet Phantom II speaker boasts an extraordinary combination of ultra-compact design and uncompromising sound performance.
The Phantom II incorporates the powerful Devialet Intelligent Processor, optimising signal processing and amplification performance. Its ultra-compact form makes it versatile and suitable for placement in various environments. Despite its small footprint, it packs a powerful audio punch. Designed for compulsive listening experiences, the Phantom II creates an implosive sound that captivates users at any volume. It is engineered to take listeners deeper into sound, providing an intense concentration of advanced technology for audiophile-grade playback.
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