Kim's Christmas shopping list: 13 things your friends and family will love

Welcome to part one of Kim’s holiday gifts list. If you’re looking for great gift ideas, you’ve come to the right place.

We all know Kim has a knack for finding the best tech presents kids and adults are sure to love. That’s why we’re ready to help.

Here are 13 great gift ideas your family and friends are sure to love.

1. Campers need this and will use every trip

LuminAID PackLite Spectra

Whether you're taking the kids camping or you want something small and convenient, this LuminAid solar inflatable lantern is a great solution. It can be changed to nine different colors or a rainbow fade mode and provides up to 12 hours of light. It can be recharged via solar power or USB. It's also waterproof, shatterproof and durable.

Promising review: " Amazing product. This is my second light from LuminAid. I had to buy a new one after my daughter swiped my first! It charges quickly and provides hours of light. Bought another one for my friends who camp a lot and they love it too."

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$29.95 on Amazon.com

2. Huge upgrade to a new Kindle Reader

Kindle

Know a book lover who could use a new Kindle? This is a fantastic deal for a simple e-reader that includes a front light. It comes with or without ads and features an anti-glare screen that reads like an actual paper book. You can highlight your favorite passages, leave notes, translate or define words and more.

Promising review: "I really like my new Kindle. It works great, came fast, and the battery lets me read for a long time. I really like the fact that its backlit. This is not my first or even 5th e-reader, but I td my first Kindle and I can see why they are so popular. Highly recommend."

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$38.36 on Amazon.com

3. Indestructible tablet for any kiddo in the family

Fire 7 Kids tablet

Adults aren't the only ones who could use a new e-reader. The Fire 7 kids tablet features a 7-inch display and comes with a 2-year worry-free guarantee. That means if it breaks, return it and get a replacement for free. It also includes a year of Amazon Kids+, which gives kids access to more than 20,000 apps, books, audiobooks, videos and educational content from top channels like PBS, Nickelodeon, Disney and more.

Promising review: " Great tablet! Has tons of educational games, videos & books. Easy set and runs smooth. My 3 year old loves it!"

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$99.99 on Amazon.com

4. Bring Bluetooth connectivity to an older car

COMSOON Bluetooth 5.0 Receiver

Music lovers, rejoice! This Bluetooth adapter allows you to listen to your favorite songs straight from your smartphone or Bluetooth-enabled device. Simply plug it in and access your complete music library in your vehicle. It can be connected to non-Bluetooth car systems, speakers and more. It includes intelligent noise reduction and offers up to 16 hours of battery life. Make calls, open apps with your voice or listen to your favorite podcasts and music.

Promising review: "This product is amazing. The sound quality is very good surprisingly and the battery life lasts way longer then expected. It is easy to set up and easy to use. Definitely would recommend buying."

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$16.99 on Amazon.com

5. Affordable smartwatch to track health and steps

Fitbit Versa 2

Give the gift of a healthier lifestyle before the New Year. Start with a new FitBit Versa 2, which keeps track of steps, heart rate, calories burned and more. Listen to your music library, check the time, get sleep statistics to see if you're hitting REM, control music apps, keep an eye on active minutes, talk to your friends, text, check your calendar and more.

Promising review: "Got my Fitbit Versa 2 this morning. I've been playing around with it all morning. Loving all the new features! Having Alexa on my wrist is great!"

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$140.19 on Amazon.com

6. Every iPhone 13 owner needs to protect the camera’s lenses

Ferilinso Camera Lens Protector

New phones need new camera lens protectors. If you're getting someone a new iPhone 13 Pro Max smartphone this year, don't forget to get them this lens protector, too. It's case-friendly, includes three protectors and offers full coverage. Most smartphone cases neglect to protect the camera lenses, leaving them open to scratches from dirt and debris, so make sure to fully preserve those phones this year.

Promising review: "Just got the iPhone 13 Pro for my daughter and I. These little babies went on super easy within a couple of minutes. Clear pictures with no issue as of yet with them popping off. So far it has been a great purchase."

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$8.87 on Amazon.com

7. Clever way to turn 1 outlet into 5 and get 4 USB ports, too

USB Wall Charger, Surge Protector

Has anyone you know recently purchased or is in the process of upgrading their home? This USB wall charger and surge protector is an excellent housewarming or just-because gift. Turn those simple double outlets into five outlets plus four USB charging ports. Now you can charge multiple devices from one spot without unsightly power strips.

Promising review: "Great product. The plugs are spaced far enough apart to allow for some really oversized plug-ins. It is larger to allow for this but still looks good. Very simple to install and good number of ports and receptacles. The USB-C port is a plus."

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$11.98 on Amazon.com

8. Every driver needs this feature-rich dash cam

Rove R2-4K Dash Cam

Roads aren't always safe, and neither are parking lots. That's why you need this Rove R2-4K dash cam with built-in Wi-Fi GPS. It records videos up to 2160p and includes Super Night Vision for more explicit footage in low light conditions. All recordings are immediately sent to your smartphone that can easily be shared with authorities or your insurance company.

Promising review: "Picture quality, easy to install, easy to use are all excellent as other reviewers state. What I want to focus is its right angle connector which make wiring almost invisible. Pull the wire underneath the visor. And then tug it into the seam between the front left door and the body. Go through the lower part of the dash board into cigarette plug."

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$119.99 on Amazon.com

9. Cords ruining the décor? These fix it in a jiffy!

Cord Cover Raceway Kit

When you set up your entertainment system, you may have noticed all your wires started to cross, tangle and create a visual mess. This Cord Cover Raceway kit is the key to your cord problems. Hide all your cables in this easy to assemble kit, so no one has to see all that mess. Instead of focusing on the knot of wires at the base of your TV, you can turn all your attention to the screen.

Promising review: "We bought a wall mounted media console and choose these cable covers to make the area neater in appearance. ... They were easy to cut to the size I needed and easy to install and pop in place. I chose the adhesive tape as opposed to screws."

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$17.99 on Amazon.com

10. Practical gift for Apple Watch owners

Misxi 2 Pack Hard PC Case

Apple Watches are nice to look at and offer tons of features, but they aren't scratch-proof. If you know anyone who recently bought an Apple Watch — or if you plan on buying one for someone this Christmas — don't forget to get a tempered glass screen protector as well. It's durable and protects the face and casing from scratches. These are particularly useful for those who are a tad clumsy or who work around a lot of machinery, where they might accidentally knock their Watch against hard surfaces.

Promising review: " This protects my new apple watch perfectly, it’s not bulky, still looks great, touchscreen works perfectly and actually protects it from scratches and everyday wear."

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$10.99 on Amazon.com

11. A portable shower curtain for campers

SHOWER TOGA

When you're dirty, a nice shower is the best way to clean up. But when you're out in the middle of nowhere with a bunch of other campers, it might be challenging to come by. Instead of hunting for a secluded place to clean up, use this Shower Toga. It allows you to shower anywhere and provides the privacy you want. It's a one-size-fits-all toga that adjusts to fit 4T toddlers to adult XXXL. Perfect for hikers, campers, road trippers and more.

Promising review: "This is awesome! I recently used this at a mud run and I loved it. Easy and very comfortable. People were looking at me and I know they were wondering what the heck is that. This is a must!"

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$39.95 on Amazon.com

12. This 8-in-1 record and music player will be loved for years to come

Victrola 8-in-1 Bluetooth Record Player & Multimedia Center

This 8-in-1 device offers a vintage look but modern features, such as Bluetooth, aux and headphone jacks, a working turntable, CD and cassette player, speakers, remote control and more. If you want to extend the sound for parties, plug in an extra speaker or amplifier, use the control knobs or remote and wow your friends with its multiple capabilities.

Promising review: "This was purchased for my 82 year old father and he really enjoys listening to old albums and his old cassettes. It takes him back to a time long gone. He is learning all of the functionality of this unit with enthusiasm."

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$149.99 on Amazon.com

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