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Kim’s essential tech picks: 15 gifts your family and friends will love

I like to give gifts that solve problems. Something that the person didn’t know they needed until they open the box and say, “Wow, now that’s terrific.”

And with so much stress this year, why not gift our loved one’s tech that can make their lives easier? Tap or click here to see some of Amazon’s early Black Friday deals on tech.

To help you get started, I’ve put together a list of some of my favorite essential tech gifts this year. You’ll love the look on your loved one’s face when they open up one of these bestselling gadgets.

1. The smart display and speaker I gifted my family

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2. An affordable robot vacuum

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3. A must-have for the outdoorsy type

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4. A useful gadget to keep hikers safe

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5. The iPad they’re dreaming of

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Happy Presidents Day

Snag these holiday deals before it’s too late.

Sip on a tumbler (27% off) with a flexible straw that’s dishwasher-safe. Yep, I lug a water bottle around everywhere.
Replace your battered old suitcase with an expandable carry-on (44% off) in a bright color so you can find it! Love the cobalt.
Speaking of, these luggage tags and passport holders (44% off) are dirt cheap.
An outdoor speaker (23% off) brings a light show wherever you take it.
How long has it been? Pillows don’t last forever, and these fluffy hotel pillows (25% off) have so many good ratings.
A mesh Wi-Fi router (27% off) is the way to go if your house has dead spots.

🍽️ Savings on the menu: Cookware not looking so hot? Treat yourself to new pots and pans (36% off) and a cast iron skillet (42% off, $20).

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Get smoke and CO alarm alerts from your smart speaker

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Did you know your smart speaker can double as a safety device? Here’s how yours can alert you to smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, even when you’re not home.

👮 Stop, it’s the police: DJI made new drone accessories that let cops yell at you from the sky. The Zenmuse V1 speaker blasts voices at up to 127 decibels, which is about as loud as a jet taking off. Nothing says “subtle police presence” like a screaming metal bird. There’s also a spotlight that beams light up to 500 meters (that’s 0.3 miles for the rest of us).

Pump up the volume

🔈 A good soundbar enhances dialogue clarity so you don’t miss a word. Here are three solid choices.

Budget-friendly: The super-compact 40-watt Saiyin soundbar delivers big sound for smaller spaces, and it’s under $30 (22% off).
Powerfully simple: This easy-to-set-up Sony S100F 2.0ch soundbar (25% off, $98) gives you rich, room-filling sound in a slim, mountable package.
Best overall: For ultra-clear voices and robust audio, this Bose TV speaker/soundbar (22% off) is a smart pick. Plus, it comes with just one cord to connect to your TV.

🚣 Amazon Resale: That’s what they call used and open-box items. If you don’t mind that it’s not brand-new, you can save a boatload. Pro tip: Check the condition so you know what to expect.

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Splash into summer

Reusable “water bombs” have a light, magnetic reseal, which means endless hours of water fights without the balloon mess. An 8-pack is 25% off.
Forget the lame inflatable tube. This pair of floating chairs is 20% off.
It’s a drink holder, a snack holder, a rainbow and it lights up. It’s your new favorite pool accessory.
Bring your playlist to the pool with a floating light-up speaker, a deal at 44% off.
Don’t want your bum on the hot concrete? Use a poolside mat to cushion your tush. This one is 12% off.

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