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Top 12 Audio, Video, and Gadgets You Won't Be Ashamed to Give as a New Year's Gift
Top 12 Audio, Video, and Gadgets You Won't Be Ashamed to Give as a New Year's Gift
Top 12 Audio, Video, and Gadgets You Won't Be Ashamed to Give as a New Year's Gift

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12 awesome audio, video, and gadget gifts you’ll be proud to give this new year

The New Year is just around the corner, bringing a fun and festive vibe! Amid all the excitement, don’t forget to pick out gifts for your loved ones. Check out our latest picks to make your shopping a breeze. Here’s your go-to guide for the coolest, trendiest, and most unique gifts of the season!

12. Thermal mug with French press MIKU 480 ml

12. MIKU 480 ml

Do you enjoy taking walks in the chilly weather? The MIKU thermo mug with a French press is just what you need. With a capacity of nearly half a liter, it comes with a French press for brewing your favorite coffee or tea. Plus, its top-notch food-grade stainless steel and vacuum insulation keep your drinks hot for up to 6 hours. It’s super handy—perfect for saving time in the morning and keeping you warm while you’re out and about. And no worries about spills; the durable screw cap is built to last, and a special valve prevents any leaks. The French press is also fantastic, featuring a metal mesh filter that keeps tea leaves out.

11. Fitness bracelet Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro

11. Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro

The Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro is a super advanced fitness tracker that keeps tabs on your heart rate, blood oxygen levels, and how well you sleep, plus it even checks your stress levels. It doubles as a personal trainer with a bunch of built-in workouts. The 1.74″ AMOLED touchscreen (480 x 360, 336 ppi) looks like something you’d find on a high-end smartwatch, but Xiaomi packs in all these fancy features at a fraction of the cost. It connects to your phone via Bluetooth 5.4, lets you know about calls and texts, and you can even control your camera remotely.

10. SMSL A100 Integrated Amplifier

10. SMSL A100 Integrated Amplifier

A compact digital amplifier, the SMSL A100, weighs in at under a kilogram and is powered by the Infineon MA12070 chip, featuring MERUS architecture with half-bridges on four MOSFETs. It delivers a solid 2 x 80 W at a 4 Ohm load. With Bluetooth 5.0 aptX, you can easily stream high-quality music straight from your smartphone. It also has a USB-A port and a linear RCA input. If you find the bass lacking, you can connect a subwoofer since there’s an output for that too. The SMSL A100 has a vibrant and energetic sound that might surprise you given its sleek design. If you’re looking to kickstart your Hi-Fi setup, this is a great first choice.

9. Wireless charger restore: hello, world! Fold 3-in-1

9.  hello, world! Fold 3-in-1

The universal wireless charger Restore: hey there, world! This 3-in-1 foldable charger delivers a speedy 30 watts of power. You can juice up your smartphone (from the Apple iPhone 14 to the 16 Pro Max) with full power mode, or charge your Apple AirPods at 5 watts, and if you’re using it for an Apple Watch, it’ll drop to 2.5 watts. It’s not just about gentle charging for all your Apple devices. The foldable design also lets you prop up your smartphone. Weighing in at just 200 grams, it’s super portable, and the Type-C port gives you great connection options. Plus, it can handle up to 3A of current—this accessory means business!

8. Creative Sound Blaster Katana SE

8. Creative Sound Blaster Katana SE

The Creative Sound Blaster Katana SE is a versatile soundbar that’s perfect for both intense gaming sessions and movie nights. It’s packed with features, almost like a Swiss army knife, offering Bluetooth 5.0, HDMI ARC, optical input, AUX input, USB-C, and SXFI output. Inside, you’ll find a solid setup with two 109 mm mid-range speakers and two 54 mm tweeters, plus dual stereo amplification that delivers 90 W, peaking at 180 W, all neatly housed in a compact design. The frequency response range of 55 to 20,000 Hz is impressive, providing deep bass and clear highs. The Super X-Fi technology and virtual 5.1 surround sound really enhance the experience, and it also supports Dolby Audio. Overall, it’s a fantastic all-rounder that truly shines in both gaming and movie scenarios. Gamers will definitely appreciate the various sound modes, like SXFI Battle Mode and Scout.

7. Smartphone Sony Xperia 1 III

7. Sony Xperia 1 III

The Sony Xperia 1 III is now up for grabs at some pretty sweet discounts, and with its display being a standout feature, this deal is hard to resist. Just take a look: it boasts a 120 Hz refresh rate (with motion blur reduction at 240 Hz), a stunning 6.5” OLED 4K (3,840 x 1,644) CinemaWide screen with a 21:9 aspect ratio, HDR support, and full coverage of the DCI-P3, ITU-R, and BT.2020 (REC.2020) color palettes. Plus, it comes with an optical telephoto lens at 105 mm and a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chip, making it a smartphone that’s definitely worth considering, even with some tough competition out there.

6. JBL Authentics 500 Wireless Active Speaker System

6. JBL Authentics 500 Wireless Active Speaker System

Looking for a compact desktop speaker that can really shake things up for your neighbors? Check out JBL! The JBL Authentics 500, with its cool retro vibe, delivers an impressive 40 Hz (at -6 dB) and packs a powerful 270 watts. All this awesomeness comes in a sturdy 7.8 kg package. It stands toe-to-toe with entry-level component systems and blows you away with its punch and soundstage. You wouldn’t believe the musical depth coming from such a small speaker! With its overload capacity, it can easily fill a 20-square-meter room, thanks to a combo of 1″, 2.75″, and 6.5″ drivers, a unique SlipStream bass reflex design, and Dolby Atmos support for that truly immersive sound experience.

5. Vinyl player Pro-Ject T2 SUPER PHONO (Rainier)

5. Pro-Ject T2 SUPER PHONO (Rainier)

Is your buddy or family member itching to dive into vinyl but doesn’t know where to kick things off? The Pro-Ject T2 SUPER PHONO (Rainier) turntable answers almost all their questions in one go – all they need to do is hook it up to a stereo system. This turntable comes with a built-in phono preamp, an aluminum 8.6-inch tonearm, and a factory-set Ortofon OM 10 MM cartridge. If they’re looking for a turntable that’s ready to roll right out of the box, this is the one. Plus, the Pro-Ject T2 SUPER PHONO boasts smart ergonomics and solid build quality, featuring a sturdy MDF chassis with extra vibration-damping feet, a tempered glass platter, and a composite subplatter, all delivering smooth sound.

4. Klipsch The Sevens Wireless Active Speakers

4. Klipsch The Sevens Wireless Active Speakers

These days, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of wireless speakers out there—everyone seems to be making them. But Klipsch’s The Sevens really stand out from the crowd. They deliver a rich, powerful sound from surprisingly compact enclosures, far surpassing those flimsy plastic models. You might even mistake them for floor-standing speakers thanks to their impressive dynamic range, with frequencies reaching from 39 Hz all the way up to 25,000 Hz! The Sevens can easily fill a room of up to 30 square meters. They feature a titanium tweeter in a Tractrix horn, a unique 6.5” midrange/low-frequency driver with a long throw, a 24/192 digital-to-analog converter, and a fully active setup with all amplifiers built-in. Plus, their dynamic low-frequency correction kicks in at just 35% volume, starting the bass at 28 Hz, ensuring a full sound experience. And to top it all off, they come with a built-in phono preamp for MM cartridges, HDMI ARC, USB ports, and a handy Klipsch Connect app.

3. TV Digma Pro 65

3.  Digma Pro 65″ OLED 65M

A sleek and modern 65-inch OLED TV boasting 4K resolution (3,840 x 2,160 pixels) and a 120 Hz refresh rate with MEMC technology is an incredible deal. The OLED display delivers stunning blacks, while the Google TV platform offers great flexibility and user-friendliness. There’s really nothing to nitpick here—HDR10 and Dolby Vision IQ are both included. The 2.1.2 sound system supports Dolby Atmos, making it a treat for gamers too, as ALLM helps cut down on signal lag. Plus, the Farfield microphone module allows for seamless voice control, letting you turn it on and off, adjust the volume, and switch channels with ease.

2. Apple iPhone 16 ProMax 512 GB, "sandy titanium"

2.  Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 512GB, “Sandy Titanium”

There’s been a ton of buzz around the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, and honestly, it feels like everything’s already been covered. But let’s give it a shot anyway! Besides the stunning new “titanium sand” color for the case, this phone boasts an incredible 120 Hz OLED Retina display that measures 6.9 inches and has a resolution of 2,844 x 1,260 pixels—seriously, the colors pop like never before. The real game-changer is in the camera department; thanks to some clever algorithms, the phone can automatically identify objects in your photos and provide real-time info about them. For instance, the AI can recognize formulas, diagrams, and other content, breaking it down for you. Plus, with three impressive sensors—48 MP for wide-angle, another 48 MP for standard shots, and a 12 MP telephoto lens—this phone is a dream for photography enthusiasts. Throw in the durable Ceramic Shield glass, a new physical control button, and the powerful A18 Pro processor built on a 3-nanometer process, and it’s clear that this is a gift you’d be proud to give or receive.

1. Marantz Horizon Moon Ray Wireless Active Speaker System

1. Marantz Horizon Moon Ray Wireless Active Speaker System

The pricey Marantz Horizon Moon Ray wireless speaker totally changes the game for spherical speakers and their music delivery. It kicks off with notes as low as 30 Hz, thanks to its mix of Marantz Gravity speakers, a 1-inch tweeter, a 2-inch full-range driver, and a 6.5-inch woofer, all powered by Marantz Rise amplification, Marantz Mirage DSP, and HEOS multi-room tech. We haven’t experienced such stunning sound clarity in ages—this is the real deal in High End audio. Plus, it’s just as gorgeous to look at as it is to listen to—the Marantz Horizon Moon Ray is a real showstopper.

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