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In the market for a tech gift for someone special in your life (or yourself, it's ok to be your own gift-giver every now and then)? Whether it's a deep love for a nerdy gadget or perhaps a sincere need to upgrade a desperately weary pair of headphones that have seen far too much use and far too few cleaning sessions, there's always a need to buy one of the best tech gifts for someone in your life.

Having said that, there's a lot to figure out when it comes to what is actually worth buying and what your tech-loving gift recipient will want. 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 from smartphones to sleep tracking.

Chances are, they already have quite a few gadgets stashed away in their WFH desk or tucked around their TV, so what else do you get them? 

Well, there's always something they don't have but certainly want to own, be that a fancy new BBQ to show off to friends in the garden or a fitness tracker to maintain any summer-bod gains they've made over the last few months.

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.

With the likes of the Christmas deals and the Black Friday sales looming large in the calendars for all bargain hunters, now is your time to do your research, get your products locked in and save yourself some cash while you're at it.

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 2022, 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, so you can close down all those open tabs and just browse our favourites below instead (or for even more recommendations for the women in your life, head to our guide on the best Christmas gifts for women.)

Best tech gifts at a glance…

• Best noise-cancelling true-wireless headphones: Apple AirPods Pro 2 £249 at selfridges.com
• Best beard trimmer: Philips Series 9000 £120 at philips.com
• Best games console: Nintendo Switch £251 at amazon.co.uk
• Best electric toothbrush: Oral-B iO9 £249 at amazon.co.uk
• Best smart device: Echo Show 15 £239 at amazon.co.uk

“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. 

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.

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• 1/46APPLE 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 their 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. £249. At selfridges.com
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• 2/46PHILIPS 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. From £120. 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.

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• 3/46NOTHING PHONE 1
  A great deal of hype is surrounding Nothing's new Phone 1 handset and for very good reason. Not only is it immensely affordable for a mid-tier handset, but it's packed full of fun new features to freshen up the stale march of same-old smartphones. If you like seeing how tech works, the back of the phone is transparent, with twisting cables and motherboards snaking around the fun Glyph, which is a set of 900 LED lights that flash and pulse in time to notifications. Simple. Affordable. Evocative. £399. At selfridges.com
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• 4/46GOPRO 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. From £429.99. At amazon.co.uk, gopro.com, argos.co.uk
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• 5/46PANASONIC 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 2022. £99. At amazon.co.uk
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• 6/46APPLE 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. And we're here to tell you that, while it's not an exceptionally staggering improvement on the 13, that's absolutely fine, because it's still got the same day-long battery, silky-smooth display and pro-grade camera system. The shiny new handset also adds the fun new dynamic island which replaces the top-notch and adds a unique set of versatility and brevity to the set of pebble phones. From £1,199. At ee.co.uk, sky.co.uk, argos.co.uk & vodafone.co.uk
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