Finding tech gifts under $500 that don’t feel boring or safe is harder than it sounds. To save you the time and effort, I dug through over 50 product listings on Amazon and found out the ones I’d actually be excited to gift, or, if I’m feeling even more generous, keep for myself.
You’ll find everything from a tiny keychain camera and a smart mug that keeps coffee hot, to proper noise-canceling headphones, a smoothie blender that doubles as a travel cup, and even the Switch 2 for the gamer who’s been dropping hints.
Google Fitbit Edge Digital Trends
Google Fitbit Edge ($179.99) is my pick for someone starting their fitness journey or finally retiring an old fitness tracker. Thanks to its small screen, this one feels more like an activity tracker than a smartwatch. It lets you track SpO2 levels and ECG readings and features built-in GPS for outdoor running sessions. You also get three months of Google Health Premium with the device.
Shure MV6 Gen 2 USB Microphone Digital Trends
If you have a friend who’s serious about starting a career in streaming or podcasting and feels ready to ditch their headset microphone,
