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Tech gifts for men that are not novelty tat
Most gadget gifts are in a drawer by February. These are the ones that earn a place on a desk or in a bag: things that charge, find, light or fix something he already owns.
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Best gift overall
1. STREBITO 67-in-1 Electric Precision Screwdriver
A 67-piece electric precision set with five torque levels. For glasses, laptops, consoles and battery covers. The gift for the man who fixes things, or thinks he does.
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Best big present
2. Yoton Y3 Mini Projector
Weighs 317g and tilts through 360 degrees, with automatic keystone correction. At this price expect a film-night picture in a dark room, not a television replacement.
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Best for iPhone owners
3. KPON 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station
Folds flat and charges an iPhone, an Apple Watch and AirPods together. It is made for Apple kit, so do not buy it for an Android user.
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Best for commuters
4. TRKOY MagSafe 5000mAh Power Bank
A slim battery that snaps to the back of a MagSafe iPhone. At 5,000mAh that is roughly one top-up, not a weekend away. iPhone only.
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Best for losing things
5. Tisoutec Smart Tracker Tags 4 Pack
Four tags the listing says work with both Apple and Android. It is a no-name brand, so check your phone is supported and set one up on Christmas Day while it can still go back.
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Best for the desk
6. Lesipee Mug Warmer
A heated coaster that keeps tea warm through a long meeting. It works best with a flat-bottomed mug.
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Best under £10
7. Teskyer Travel Cable Organiser
A zipped pouch in water-resistant fabric for chargers and cables. Boring, and he will use it on every trip.
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Best stocking filler
8. Flintronic Bluetooth Sleep Headband
A soft headband with flat Bluetooth speakers inside, for podcasts in bed or runs in the cold. The sound is basic, which is fine for falling asleep.
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How we rank
Chosen from what is selling on Amazon UK in each category on the day we checked, inside the price cap, and only if it was in stock. Ordered by how useful the gift is to the person it is for, then price. We have not handled these products: the write-ups rest on what each listing states. Prices and stock are checked daily.
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