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Practical gifts everyone will love at $10, $20 and $50

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Thank goodness I’m almost done shopping! I’m here to help you be a hero on Christmas morning at whatever budget floats your boat. Psst, if you need stocking stuffers, use this link.

💰 Under and around $10

They can make their own yummy fruit water with this infuser bottle (9% off, $12).
An in-car sauce holder ($8) makes chicken nuggies extra portable.
For the cook: Rub away lingering garlic stank with a stainless steel odor absorber ($10).
This ballpoint pen ($10) diffuses essential oils as it writes.
Stick this purifying wand ($12) in their wine glass, and they’ll never have a wine headache again. The reviews back it up!

💰 Under and around $20

Light up their life with a candle warmer that’s also a color-changing lamp (18% off, $18).
You just know a weighted sleep mask ($17) would feel ahh-mazing.
This pizza cutter ($20) looks like a circular saw. I love it.
A projection alarm clock (47% off, $19) displays the time on the ceiling or wall. No more middle-of-the-night phone blinding!
Get them a marble cheese slicer ($18) so every time you see them, you can ask, “Did you cut the cheese?” Classic.

💰 Under and around $50

This portable popcorn popper (say that three times fast!) has a built-in serving bowl.
Farmers market lovers, rejoice! This tote bag (19% off, $43) has seven pockets, including a flower holder.
A 3-in-1 baking pan ($30) lets picky eaters have their own side of the lasagna.
This portable lock box ($45) is perfect for the traveler or beach lover in your life. They can even charge their phone while it’s locked up.
Who doesn’t love a nice hotel bed? These fancy hotel pillows ($60) are 25% off.

💰 Wanna splurge?

An aroma diffuser ($125) with Bluetooth, so they can turn it on before they even get home.
Ugg makes blankets ($73). ‘Nuff said.
Make any patio look like a five-star steakhouse with a portable fire pit ($100).
Know a slow sipper? A temperature-control smart mug ($150) keeps drinks warm for hours.
The most aesthetically pleasing blender (25% off, $146) in the world. I want one!

⁉️ “Hey Kim, I still need to find the perfect gift for …” Worry not! I have hundreds of ideas for you right here. You’ll get it done in a jiffy with my picks!

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Most popular gifts: $10, $20, $50 and splurges

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If it’s not if they sell out … it’s when. This is me giving you permission to buy yourself something, too. Happy shopping!

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Gifts that give them something to do

🏡 And they won’t even have to leave the house.

Stop spending hours in the candle aisle trying to guess what scent they like. They can make their own with this kit!
A cozy cup holder is great for movie lovers … or anyone who doesn’t want to tear apart an entire sectional looking for a lost remote.
You’ll have the hottest gift of the day with a hot sauce-making kit. Maybe pair it with a gallon of 2%.
A dream decoder ($16) might help them figure out why they keep dreaming about pugs wearing tuxedos.
For the person who loves YouTube and podcasts more than crafting, these headphones sound as good* as models three times the price.
A sushi-making kit (23% off, $8), because paying $16 for a California roll at a restaurant is lunacy.
Channel Columbo with a fun murder mystery game (33% off).
This cookbook (29% off) has 100 recipes straight from Disney’s parks. And yes, it has the Magic Kingdom Dole Whip. Mmm.
This book (34% off) is like paint-by-numbers but with stickers. Even I can do that!

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Unique gifts for kids

🎁 These are way more memorable than a gift card or Robux.

If you ever need space from your little ones, turn on a star projector (30% off, $35). They’ll be over the moon. 🌝
An LCD doodle tablet ($20) is basically a fancier, way cooler Etch-A-Sketch. Click the box for 10% off!
A slime kit ($9) is the perfect gift for a fidgety kid (or adult — I don’t judge).
I used to love these rubber band bracelet kits (18% off). I’m so glad they’re still around.
Minecraft Legos — need I say more?
This DIY kit ($10) keeps ‘em busy making cute mini donuts.
Kinetic sand ($14) is so much fun. Bonus: It’s way easy to clean up.
Indisputable fact: Every girl wants pink hair at some point in her life. This temporary hair chalk ($15) even works on dark hair.
A bath bomb potion kit ($20) is basically a bathtub science lab.

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📦 One person’s return … is another’s “new” purchase. Amazon lets items that pass a quality check be resold as “new,” even if they’ve been opened. Look for the letters “LPN” on the packaging. That’s a telltale sign it’s been reprocessed. Hit up Amazon’s customer service pronto for a replacement.

Cracking the case: You can buy mystery bundles of unclaimed mail starting around $40. The boxes could contain anything from knock-off Chanel bags and fake IDs to total junk. Florida-based Fundelivered has sold over 90,000 bundles in the last three years. I wanted to buy one, but they’re sold out. What a great business idea, right?

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How to take Apple’s hearing test – and what to do if your hearing loss is more than mild

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Apple really pulled off a great feat. You can now test your hearing with your AirPods Pro 2 and an iPhone running iOS 18. It’s a groundbreaking feature, FDA-approved and perfect for catching mild to moderate hearing loss early.

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Amazon Prime Big Deal Days: Best tech sales right now

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Amazon’s massive fall sale is here, and I did some digging to find the best tech deals. Some of the deepest discounts get bought up fast, so plan accordingly.

Reminder: You’ll need an Amazon Prime account to score these discounts. If you’re not a member, use this link to try it free for 30 days. Just remember to cancel if you don’t want to get charged.

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Stock up before you’re too busy

😵‍💫 Have guests coming for the holidays? Mark this off your to-do list today. Some make good gifts, too, just sayin’.

Unscented candles (30% off) for cozy light without covering up the smell of fresh cookies.
Holiday hand soap (35% off a 3-pack) so every bathroom feels festive.
Toss around extra throw blankets to help guests feel snug and right at home.
Fancy (but inexpensive) salt ($8) for sprinkling on chocolate chip cookies, steak, roasted veggies — whatever.
Leather-looking tissue box covers ($9!) to class up the place. Love these.
Bottle stoppers (2 for $3) for the wine you don’t finish.
Riddles and brainteasers to solve with the whole fam. If you’re all competitive, stick with Uno.
The easiest snack to put out with drinks when you have no time.
Deli-style to-go containers (18% off) to send everyone off with leftovers.

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🚨 Now, here’s a deal alert: Amazon is selling 1,000 $25 plane tickets every day next week. Prime for Young Adults members (ages 18 to 24) can snag tickets valid between Dec. 9 and Jan. 14. Pass this link to the college-aged guys and gals in your life!

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Best Cyber Monday deals

🪄 I did the digging so you don’t have to!

50% off clean floors? Yes, please! This voice- or app-controlled Shark robotic vacuum is a deal ($299.99, 50% off). It makes an easy gift for anyone who loves spotless spaces and doesn’t want to do the work (or doesn’t have the time).
Salon style at home: Darling, you look marvelous! This Revlon one-step volumizer ($31.75, 55% off) dries and styles hair at the same time, giving it volume quickly and easily. It’s also perfect for traveling!
Wrap her feet in cozy luxury: These fuzzy slippers ($15.99, 56% off) with memory foam will have her feeling like she’s walking on clouds, keeping her feet toasty and supported.
Santa, I’d use this: This lightweight heated jacket delivers up to 10 hours of adjustable warmth, and it even warms your hands, too. Grab it for men or women ($104.99, 38% off). It’s perfect for chilly commutes, walks, outdoor work or freezing offices.
HEYDUDE! Yup, the comfy shoes he’ll wear all the time are deeply discounted for a limited time ($38.99, 41% off).
Rev up his style: This quality, stylish leather jacket ($134.38, 77% off) is the ultimate year-round staple, ideal for layering from fall to spring. It’s so nice!
Brighten their space: This Amazon Echo Spot smart speaker and color-changing smart bulb bundle ($44.99, 51% off) lets you play music, get the news and ask Alexa set the mood for you, with 16 colors and schedules. Perfect for any age, really!
Up to 60% off Amazon devices: Whether it’s a kid’s tablet, Fire TV Stick or outdoor security cam, this is the secret Cyber Monday link to use!

👉 Shop all Cyber Monday deals: Gifts under $10 | Electronics | Toys and games | Cooking and baking | All deals

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Black Friday deals under $25

😎 Because giving good gifts shouldn’t burn a hole in your pocket.

Electric salt and pepper grinders (20% off, $19) are a fun kitchen upgrade for the cook who has it all.
A new Crock-Pot (50% off, $25), because every family still has that crusty 30-year-old one that shows up at all the parties.
These memory foam slippers ($16) look like Uggs but are a quarter of the price.
Turn on the coffee machine before leaving bed with a voice-controlled smart plug (48% off, $13). So good.
This vitamin C serum ($21) is so popular, it’s almost always sold out! Grab it while it’s 56% off.
A lighted vanity mirror (53% off, $19) will help them reflect on how good their skin looks. 😏

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Techy Black Friday deals

💰 Give the gift of gadgets without breaking the bank. These deals are live right now:

These over-the-ear Bose headphones (43% off) are all the buzz. They’re noise-canceling and come in seven different colors. The blue and lilac are limited edition, so they’ll go fast.
The newest Amazon Fire TV Stick (56% off) is under $25 right now. 4K can be a New Year’s resolution. 😏
Heated eye massagers (42% off, $52) are so relaxing, I wouldn’t blame you for buying a second one for yourself.
A Tile tracker (20% off a two-pack) is perfect for the person who’s always losing their keys (and mind). If they have an iPhone, go with an AirTag (17% off).
A smart bird feeder (39% off) records all winged visitors and can identify over 6,000 different species. I want one!
I was floored when I saw the Shark robot vacuum is 50% off. Ah, the gift of fewer chores.

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Speaking of Black Friday: Shopping apps offering exclusive deals ask for a whole lot of permissions tied to your data. Key permissions to watch: Location, camera, files, contacts and microphone. As a rule of thumb, reject unnecessary permissions; you can always grant them later if you actually need a specific feature in an app.

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Halloween is coming

🎃 Trick or treat yo’self to some candy and fun. Grab these now before it’s too late!

Running out of candy is sca-a-a-a-ry! Keep trick-or-treaters happy with a 75-piece bag of assorted Hershey’s miniatures — includes Hershey’s milk chocolate, Reese’s cups, gummy bears, lollipops, Twizzlers and Kit-Kits ($9.94).
Turn tricks into treats with this massive 160-piece bag of Halloween faves, like fun-sized Baby Ruth bars, Butterfingers, Nerds and SweeTarts ($19.97).
Ghouls and goblins of any age will love this spooky candy bowl with an animated witch hand inside (9% off, $24.99).
Set the mood indoors or on your porch with this 20-piece “floating” LED candle set. The remote control is a wand! So sweet — and on sale for 48% off right now.
Still need to decorate the yard? This adorable flying witch prop is designed to look like she’s crashed into trees (or mailboxes or posts), and she’s only $11.99.

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Just in time for holiday shopping: Amazon is making it much easier for us to spend all kinds of money with a redesigned homepage. Expect bigger images, new product groupings and a lot more horizontal scrolling. The catch? They’re also adding more ads and deals while you shop. It looks cluttered to me.

🖥️ OLED monitor sales will jump 181% this year: There’s one big difference between OLED and LCD; with OLED, each pixel emits its own light for deeper blacks and richer colors. Plus, OLED screens have faster response times, which reduces motion blur and ghosting for better streaming and gaming. I took the time to select picks for a budget 27-inch option (22% off!) and a high-end 39-inch model (43% off, dang).

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Prime Big Deal Days scores we’re loving

Whoa, $500 off a high-end robo vac that sweeps, mops and empties itself.
Fuzzy slippers for around the house, now 41% off!
This dust blower for electronics (15% off) is better than compressed air and never runs out.
I swapped heavy detergent and slimy laundry pods for sheets. So easy and only $5 right now so you can try all the scents.
If I take vitamins, I figure my Abby-girl should, too. There are good deals on doggy vitamin chews and calming chews right now.
Love these bike shorts (in so many colors!) that feel like a pair of Lululemons … but without the Lululemon price.
Now’s your chance to try a belt bag, aka fanny pack. Under $5, dang!
Are your important documents safe and sound? Here’s 20% off a fire- and water-resistant bag to store them.
Anker’s Nano power bank for charging on the go is 20% off, too.
Get the last drop from your expensive products with a kit that turns anything into a squeeze bottle (21% off). Neat!
Jackery’s portable power station is so sweet … and 43% off.
Get 42% off NASA-grade insoles that never flatten. If they’re good enough for space …
Tushy bidet attachments for your toilet are 20% off.

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