Gadget season is in full swing, and this list is for the people who love tinkering with their setup as much as they love playing games or getting work done. From smartwatches and travel routers to power banks and chargers, these are the little upgrades that quietly make life smoother every single day.
Just like our other guides, every pick here is something we have tested, reviewed or used in our own setups, so think of this as a tight edit of our favorites for 2025, not a giant shopping list. If you are hunting for that “oh wow, I actually needed this” kind of gift, you are in the right place.
Logitech MX4
Logitech MX Master 4 is the productivity mouse you grab when you are done fighting with cheap plastic clickers. You are getting an ergonomic shape that actually supports your hand, the MagSpeed scroll wheel that can fly through long timelines or documents, and an 8K DPI sensor that tracks on pretty much any surface, even glass. The new haptic panel and Actions Ring shortcuts let you trigger custom tools and macros right at your thumb, which is huge if you edit, design or work across multiple apps all day. It pairs with up to three devices over Bluetooth or Logi Bolt and charges over USB C, so it slots right into a modern desk without any drama.
OnePlus Watch 3 43mm
Smartwatches usually force you into two categories: gigantic slabs for fitness bros or tiny trackers that barely qualify as smart. The OnePlus Watch 3 (43mm) nails the perfect middle ground. It’s lightweight, comfortable, and looks like something you’d wear even if it didn’t have any tech inside it. The AMOLED screen makes everything pop, the battery life outperforms most big-name watches, and the fitness tracking feels reliable without being overwhelming. Notifications, sleep tracking, health monitoring, it’s all there, wrapped in a design that blends into your daily drip. For anyone who wants a wearable that feels premium without screaming “I’m doing cardio,” this is the one.
Mophie Powerstation Plus
Mophie Powerstation Plus is that power bank you toss in a bag and never really think about again, which is kind of the point. It packs a 10,000 mAh battery in a slim body with integrated USB C and Lightning cables built right in, so you are not digging for extra cords when your phone or tablet is dying. Fast charging support means it can push serious wattage to top up an iPhone or USB C device quickly, and the premium finish makes it feel more like a nice piece of gear than a throwaway brick. For travel days, conventions or just long commutes, it is an easy “always carry” gift.
Elgato Facecam 4K
Elgato Facecam 4K is made for anyone who spends time on camera, whether that is streaming, content creation or just living in video calls. It captures up to 4K at 60 frames per second with clean, uncompressed video, plus full manual controls so you can dial in exposure, color and framing the way you would on a proper camera. Support for 49 mm lens filters and HDR gives you room to get creative with your look, and Elgato’s software makes it easy to save profiles for different lighting setups. Drop this on a creator or remote worker and you instantly level up how they look online.
Amazfit Watch 2 (Active 2)
Amazfit Watch 2 hits a really nice balance of style, fitness tracking and battery life without jumping into flagship pricing. You get a bright round display in a 44 mm case that actually looks good with regular clothes, along with heart rate, sleep and stress tracking powered by Amazfit’s BioTracker sensors. There are over 160 workout modes, built in GPS for runs and walks, and battery life that can stretch close to a week, so you are not living on a charger. It is an easy recommendation for anyone who wants to keep an eye on their health and notifications without being locked into a more expensive ecosystem.
Anker Prime Charger 160W (3 Port, Smart Display)
Anker’s Prime 160W charger is the kind of brick that can replace a whole pile of random adapters. You get three USB C ports in a body about the size of an AirPods case, with up to 140 W from a single port or 160 W shared across a laptop, phone and tablet at the same time. The built in smart display shows real time power info and lets you switch modes with a tap, and you can fine tune things even more through the Anker app if you want to really dial in your setup. It is a clean, travel friendly upgrade that makes a lot of sense as a gift for anyone juggling multiple devices at home, at the office or on the road.
TP-Link Wi-Fi 7 Travel Router
TP-Link’s Wi-Fi 7 travel router is built for people who refuse to trust hotel or convention center Wi-Fi. It brings next gen Wi-Fi 7 speeds in a pocket sized unit, with multiple modes so you can turn a wired jack or sketchy public network into your own private, secure hotspot for all your devices. VPN support, Ethernet and USB options, plus a surprisingly strong radio for the size make it great for trips, shared Airbnbs or even as a backup at home. If you know someone who is always on the road with a laptop, handheld and a phone, this is the kind of gift that quietly saves their day over and over.
