Popsugar Living Tech Gifts Best Tech Gifts 2018 21 Cool Tech Gifts Anyone Would Be Thrilled to Receive This Holiday Season 12 December 2018 by Macy Cate Williams Image Source: Urban Outfitters As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you'll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. When it comes to rising gift trends, we're seeing a big focus on tech products that will make your life easier. Whether that means giving you time back in your day or keeping things all in one place, products are being designed to make the user's day better. We curated a list of the most gift-worthy releases anyone on your list would be excited to get for the holidays. Shop through these genius gadgets. Urban Outfitters Universal Phone Mount Place this Universal Phone Mount ($16) on a desk to watch a movie while working. Universal Phone Mount $16 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now Philips Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock with Coloured Sunrise Simulation Image Source: amazon.com This Philips Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock with Coloured Sunrise Simulation ($98, originally $140) lets you wake up with the sun, even if it's raining. Philips Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock with Coloured Sunrise Simulation $98 from amazon.com Buy Now Ultimate Ears Wonderboom Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker Adventurers and nomads will love this Ultimate Ears Wonderboom Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker ($100). Ultimate Ears Wonderboom Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker $100 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now Nomad Wireless Charging Hub This Nomad Wireless Charging Hub ($80) can charge up to five devices at once. Nomad Wireless Charging Hub $80 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now G.U.S. Eco-Friendly Bamboo Multi-Device Charging Station and Dock Image Source: Amazon This handy Eco-Friendly Bamboo Multi-Device Charging Station and Dock ($40) is perfect for neatly charging and storing any electronics. Eco-Friendly Bamboo Multi-Device Charging Station and Dock $40 from amazon.com Buy Now Samsung Gear VR Image Source: Amazon Join the virtual reality world with Samsung Gear VR ($25). Insert a Samsung phone and start playing video games or watching movies — all, of course, in a virtual reality experience. Samsung Gear VR $25 from amazon.com Buy Now Light-Up Instax Mini Trio Picture Frame Show off your photos in style with this Light-Up Instax Mini Trio Picture Frame ($29). Light-Up Instax Mini Trio Picture Frame $29 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now Click & Grow Smart Herb Garden 3 Starter Kit Image Source: urbanoutfitters.com Grow your own herbs with this Click & Grow Smart Herb Garden 3 Starter Kit ($100), which eliminates any extra work. Click & Grow Smart Herb Garden 3 Starter Kit $100 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now PhoneSoap 3 UV Cell Phone Sanitizer and Dual Universal Cell Phone Charger Image Source: amazon.com The PhoneSoap 3 UV Cell Phone Sanitizer and Dual Universal Cell Phone Charger ($60) cleans the dirtiest thing in your possession: your cellphone. Seriously, it goes everywhere with you, and probably has millions of bacteria living on it at any given time. This carrying case cleans off your phone without damageing it. Plus, it comes with a charger. PhoneSoap 3 UV Cell Phone Sanitizer and Dual Universal Cell Phone Charger $60 from amazon.com Buy Now HoMedics® Radiance Microdermabrasion Exfoliator Image Source: urbanoutfitters.com Give your face a quick pick-me-up with this HoMedics® Radiance Microdermabrasion Exfoliator ($100). Featuring four different intensity levels, this at-home device can help exfoliate the outer layer of your skin for an extra smooth and clean feel. HoMedics® Radiance Microdermabrasion Exfoliator $100 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now Apple AirPods Image Source: amazon.com Everyone is raving about Apple AirPods ($145, originally $159). They're so convenient, and the sound quality is amazing. This is a perfect gift for anyone on your list. Apple AirPods $145 from amazon.com Buy Now Retroduck Retro TV iPhone Dock Watch videos hands-free with this Retroduck Retro TV iPhone Dock ($50). Retroduck Retro TV iPhone Dock $50 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now Bose Soundwear Companion Speaker Image Source: shop.nordstrom.com It took a minute for us to get this Bose Soundwear Companion Speaker ($299), but once we did, we kind of want one. You drape it over your shoulders so it will play music continuously as you move from room to room, versus a traditional stationary speaker. It also comes with Bluetooth capabilities. Bose Soundwear Companion Speaker $299 from shop.nordstrom.com Buy Now WonderWoof Bow Tie Dog Activity Tracker Image Source: urbanoutfitters.com Find out what your pup has been up to by strapping on this WonderWoof Bow Tie Dog Activity Tracker ($48, originally $68). WonderWoof Bow Tie Dog Activity Tracker $48 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now Kikkerland Design USB Astronaut Light Image Source: urbanoutfitters.com Add a glow to your work space with this Kikkerland Design USB Astronaut Light ($25). 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Plus, its retro styling means he'll be happy to leave the Night Cable out on display. Night Cable $40 from amazon.com Buy Now goTenna Mesh Image Source: Amazon The next time you both go on a hike, feel free to venture off separately but still text each other (even if you lose service) with goTenna Mesh ($179 for a two-pack). The pack comes with two weatherpoof devices in different colours and will let you text or share your location, regardless of your service or WiFi connection. goTenna Mesh $179 from amazon.com Buy Now UO Bluetooth Cassette Boombox They can play cassettes on this unique UO Bluetooth Cassette Boombox ($99). UO Bluetooth Cassette Boombox $99 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now Handheld Pac-Man Arcade Game We have a feeling they're going to obsess over this Handheld Pac-Man Arcade Game ($26). Handheld Pac-Man Arcade Game $26 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now ShoppingTech GiftsGadgetsTech ShoppingGift GuideGiftsHoliday