Looking for a holiday gift ideas that are a little more interesting than another boring sweater, candle or gift card? (UGH)
HO HO HO — I’ve got some fun Holiday Gift Ideas.
Whether you’re shopping for a gadget lover, tech enthusiast, kid, gamer, smart-home fan—or someone who is just impossible to buy for—I’ve rounded up some fun and unusual tech gifts worth checking out this holiday season.
But FIRST…
IF You Think You Have a High Gadget IQ?
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WHAT THE HECK IS THAT?
It’s basically “Shark Tank” meets “What’s My Line?” meets “I’ve Got a Secret.”
Each episode features a mystery gadget, and our panelists have to figure out exactly what the heck it is.
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Now, let’s get to those Holiday Gift Ideas !!!
Yes the sweaters that I’m wearing in the segment are VERY UGLY (and funny) — they are exclusively from the Ugly Christmas Sweater collection — check them out at: https://www.uglychristmassweater.com/
5th WHEEL AURAPRO Electric Scooter — A sleek urban commuter designed to combine modern urban styling, enhanced rider visibility, and everyday practicality. Featuring a 270-degree surround ambient deck lighting system, the AURAPRO helps improve side visibility while delivering a stylish and eye-catching riding experience for city commuting. Powered by a 36V 7.8Ah lithium battery system with up to 700W peak motor output and 350W nominal power, the AURAPRO delivers responsive acceleration with a top speed of up to 20 MPH and a riding range of up to 20 miles per charge. Large 10” tubeless tires provide smoother ride comfort, dependable pickup power, and stable handling across everyday urban riding conditions. For added rider confidence and safety, the AURAPRO features integrated turn signals, an adjustable headlight, front drum brake, and rear e-ABS braking system for improved visibility and controlled braking performance. Despite its durable and feature-rich design, the scooter maintains a lightweight profile at approximately 32 lbs, making it easier to carry, transport, and store when needed. Combining modern ambient lighting, commuter-focused performance, and everyday convenience, the 5TH WHEEL AURAPRO is built to deliver a stylish, comfortable, and confidence-inspiring electric scooter experience. It’s under $260 and available exclusively at Best Buy: https://www.bestbuy.com/product/5th-wheel-aurapro-foldable-electric-scooter-w-20-mi-max-range-and-20-mph-max-speed-black/J3R8FWRVJ2
Reolink Argus MagiCam – Looking for a gift that’s useful, easy, and fits in a stocking? The Reolink Argus MagiCam is a palm-sized home security camera built for people who don’t want to deal with tools, wires, or tech headaches, making it ideal for everyone from renters to homeowners. Snaps on in seconds. The MagiCam is magnetic, so it sticks to fridges, fences, metal doors, and railings. No metal? It comes with an adhesive-backed magnetic mounting pad, so you can mount it anywhere, indoors or out. It also comes with adjustable stand and bracket, allowing you to position camera at different angles. There’s no wiring, no drilling, and it’s ready to use in seconds. The best part? The battery life. Up to 9 months of battery life on two AA lithium batteries means set it and forget it. Light and compact, it moves easily from the front porch to the nursery to the pet’s favorite spot, and it travels well for RV trips and vacation rentals. An IP67 weatherproof rating means it handles rain, snow, and sun. In the Reolink app, you can watch live, replay recordings, talk through two-way audio, and get smart person alerts from anywhere. It also works with Alexa and Google Assistant. The Reolink Argus MagiCam is $65 at Reolink.com and on Amazon at https://link.amazon/B05hLK3FW
RYSE SmartShade – Turn Your Existing Window Shades Into Automated Ones – RYSE SmartShade makes it easy and affordable to automate your existing window shades without replacing them. The compact device installs on your window frame and attaches directly to the beaded chain of the shades, including roller shades, Roman shades, and vertical blinds, and installs in under 5 minutes without professional help. Available in plug-in and rechargeable battery-powered versions, SmartShade lets users raise and lower their shades using built-in controls, the RYSE app, or a remote button. With the optional RYSE SmartBridge accessory, users can add compatibility with Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa, and Google Home for voice control, set schedules and timers, and have remote access from anywhere. Users can schedule their shades to open in the morning, close at sunset, or control multiple shades together, with one SmartBridge supporting up to 10 devices. Starting at $149, SmartShade brings affordable automation to homes, offices, and commercial spaces. RYSE also offers SmartCurtain, which automates existing curtains on rods or tracks. Learn more at helloryse.com and on Amazon at: https://link.amazon/B0iVsp010
GoChess Wizard Harry Potter Chess Set – Looking to give a gift of non-screen fun? This officially licensed chess set is the same wizard’s chess army Harry, Ron and Hermione faced in the dungeon, with real smarts built into the board. Lights on the squares show kids (and grown-ups) where each piece can move, highlight the best move, and flag a blunder before it happens. New players get more coaching; seasoned players can dial it down or turn it off. You can play against another person, against the board itself at 32 difficulty levels, or against friends or strangers anywhere in the world through Chess.com and Lichess – all on a physical board. Daily puzzles and lessons keep kids coming back for another game. It comes in two sizes: the Wizard Air (compact 13″ board, $349.95) and the full tournament-size Wizard Pro (19″ board, $429.95). Pieces are recreated from the films in stunning detail with a marble-like finish and gold accents. Available at particula-tech.com and on Amazon at: https://link.amazon/B0escO3Wd
Turbo Trivia from Ultra PRO Entertainment – this fast-paced electronic trivia game features more than 1500-questions for one to four players. Players get 2-seconds to answer the questions, get the answer right and move on to the next round-where the questions get tougher. You can even challenge opponents who they believe got it wrong. It’s fast fun—and who knows, your kids might learn something too. Turbo Trivia is $30 and is available on Amazon at: https://link.amazon/B0e0ip22s
Dex, the Language Learning Camera – is a hands-on way for kids (3-8 years old) to learn a language naturally. It’s available in 16 Languages and 30+ dialects. Good for all families (including those that aren’t learning a second language) as Dex helps young kids develop vocabulary and encourages speaking. (It’s very popular amongst families that use it for English -> English). Dex is easy to use: Kids snap a photo and Dex identifies the object and provides contextual facts. Additional activities include: personalized scavenger hunts, flashcard review, stories and musicParents can create custom stories for their children based on their interests (e.g., first trip to the dentist, welcoming a baby sibling, etc.). Dex comes with unlimited camera use, and built-in Wi-Fi For families that need data on the go, Dex offers a global monthly data plan of $9.99 per month or a premium plan of $19.99 per month that includes the mobile data plan and unlimited custom activities for their child. Dex takes safety and privacy seriously. No photos are saved and Dex is COPPA compliant. Dex is $249 and is available to purchase on our Dex site or on Amazon at: https://link.amazon/B07k6FfjD
ZipString Aracna — this is the world’s first string launching webshooter! Fly a loop of string at over 35-miles per hour and do endless tricks. It’s sort of a cross between Spiderman’s “web fluid” and Silly String (but not as messy). It’s USB-C rechargeable, so no batteries are required. Turn on glow mode and watch the strings lightup in the dark. Stephen Fazio & Austin Hillam were both 21-years old when they created the prototype of the original ZipString for a robotics competition at Georgia tech. The first 4000 units were hand built by friends and family in Austin’s parents basement. ZipString Aracna is available for $44.95 at ZipString.com and on Amazon at: https://link.amazon/B09SmCUn1
NEED MORE HOLIDAY GIFT IDEAS? Check out my Holiday Blog from last year:
https://stevegreenberg.tv/2025/11/20/award-winning-holiday-tech-gift-ideas/