Sprout 2022 Holiday Gift Guide
Here are 12 tech gadgets that are sure to make great holiday gifts for family and friends — or yourself!
Best gift for remote workers: Gateway 14.1-inch Ultra Slim Notebook
- • This is a lightweight and powerful notebook with Windows 10 and an Intel Iris Xe graphics card. It’s perfect for work video calls or getting that report turned in while on the go. Not only is it stylish and functional, but it also appeals to the budget-conscious, making it a top choice for laptops under $500.
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Great hostess gift: Yummly Smart Meat Thermometer with Bluetooth connectivity
- • Ever wished your turkey would just let you know when it’s ready? With this wireless thermometer, you will not only know when it’s done, but the thermometer notifies you through a smartphone app when it’s time to flip your food or how long to let it rest. It’s great as a hostess gift or for the BBQ lover in your life!
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Best gift for frequent travelers: Anker PowerCore Essential 20,000 PD
- • Compatible with a multitude of devices, including smartphones, tablets, cameras and smartwatches, this power bank is capable of charging an
iPhone to 50% battery in just 30 minutes. This is a must-have for those who need to stay connected on the go without relying on a power outlet. - • Get it here!
Top choice for students & book lovers: Kindle Paperwhite (8GB)
- • This device is ideal for those who love losing themselves in a good book. The newest generation of the Kindle Paperwhite lets you access an entire virtual library with a single device. It’s water-resistant, the screen is glare-free and reads like paper, and you can enjoy up to 10 weeks of battery life with a single charge.
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Best gift for mom: Aura - Mason Luxe 9.7-inch LCD Wi-Fi Digital Photo Frame
- • This digital picture frame is an excellent gift for moms of all ages as it lets them display their favorite digital memories. It doesn’t just display over 10,000 photos, but it can also play videos with sound. With the smartphone app, you can even invite friends and family to share their photos.
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Great gift for pet owners: Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo N8 Pro+
- • This smart robotic vacuum cleans up pet hair and even empties its own dust bin at a touch of a button. It’s great for busy households with pets, kids and lots of foot traffic — or for those who simply hate vacuuming. Control it from your smartphone and keep the house clean even when you’re away.
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Top choice for kids: VTech KidiBuzz 3
- • For kids who are not ready for a real smartphone, this parent-approved smart device lets kids get connected and have fun safely. It offers a variety of games and a camera for pictures and videos, live face filters and more. Kids can share their pictures or text with parent-approved contacts via Wi-Fi using the KidiBuzz app.
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Best gift for dad: Tile Sticker 2-Pack Smart Tracker
- • Does dad keep losing his keys, eyeglasses or wallet? Simply attach the Tile Sticker to anything that he needs to find quickly. With one tap, the smartphone app activates the tracker and makes it emit a loud sound. What’s even better — the app lets you know if you are getting closer to what you lost!
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For the fitness fan: Fitbit Charge 5 Advanced Fitness Tracker with GPS
- • The latest version of Fitbit takes fitness tracking to the next level. The Charge 5 comes with GPS tracking that lets you see your real-time pace and distance without pulling out your phone. It also has stress management tools, sleep tracking, heart rate tracking, calorie burn and more.
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Best gift for the smart home enthusiast: Google Nest Mini Smart Assistant
- • A smart assistant is an essential tool for anyone wanting to automate their home, but with so many options out there, it may be hard to know where to begin. The Google Nest Mini Smart Assistant is a great choice because it’s easy to use and affordable. Use it as a speaker for music or podcasts or integrate it with other smart home accessories for hands-free operation.
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Top money-saving gift for the home: Google Nest Learning Third Generation Thermostat
- • This smart thermostat allows you to control the temperature in your house from anywhere using your phone and the Nest app. Better yet, it comes packed with energy-saving features such as Home/Away Assist, which helps you avoid heating or cooling an empty house. With the Auto-Scheduling feature, this smart thermostat literally programs itself — and pays for itself in energy savings in just a short time.
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Great home security kit for anyone: Ring Alarm 5-Piece Kit
- • The Ring Alarm 5-Piece Kit is one of many do-it-yourself home security kits that can be customized for any size home, apartment or condo. Add motion detectors, cameras and more — and monitor it all from your phone to keep the grinches away.
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