The Tech Gifts That Will Actually Get Used This Christmas

Christmas shopping for tech gadgets should be exciting, not overwhelming. Walk into any electronics store, and you're bombarded with thousands of options, each promising to be the perfect gift. But what nobody tells you is that most tech gifts either duplicate what people already own or end up gathering dust after the initial excitement fades.

- BY HAFSA RIZVI

The best tech gifts for Christmas 2025 share one quality. They solve real problems people actually have. They make daily life easier, more enjoyable, or more convenient in ways people immediately notice.

Wireless Earbuds That Finally Block the World Out

Bose's QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds deliver top-quality sound that's customisable via an app, with spatial audio capabilities that are excellent. But what makes them special is the noise cancellation. The Sony WF-1000XM5 are the favourite overall true wireless earbuds and are really good at noise cancellation.

Sony uses two separate chips for audio and ANC processing on the M5 earbuds, which leads to more robust noise blocking than on previous models. Six dual feedback mics are better than the M4 at combating the low-frequency roar of airplanes, vehicles and transit scenarios.

For budget-conscious shoppers, in 2025, many new wireless earbuds under 100 dollars have excellent Active Noise Cancelling, with some models even competing with the 250-dollar AirPods Pro 2. This democratisation of quality noise cancellation means you don't need to spend a fortune to gift someone the ability to actually concentrate in noisy environments.

Think about the university student trying to study in a noisy hostel, the office worker dealing with open-plan chaos, or the parent seeking five minutes of peace. Quality noise-cancelling earbuds deliver immediate, noticeable value.

Smart Home Devices That Don't Require an Engineering Degree