Shopping experts suggest 33 gadgets for holiday gifts

NBC Selected, a shopping division of NBC News, has published a list of 33 gift ideas for men to help shoppers find presents for the upcoming holiday season. The recommendations cover technology, food preparation, and fitness items. The outlet states that its team of experts tested hundreds of products to compile the final suggestions.

The tech category features several Apple products. The list includes the AirPods 5, which offer active noise cancellation, adaptive audio, and Live Translation features. The earbuds provide up to four hours of battery life with noise cancellation enabled and up to 20 hours when stored in the case. The list also includes the 2nd Generation AirTag, which allows users to track personal items via Bluetooth and a map application on their iPhone.

Other electronic choices include the Hicober tri-fold wireless charging station, which can charge an iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods simultaneously. The device collapses to the size of a coaster for portability. The Amazon Fire TV is recommended for home entertainment, offering 4K Ultra HD streaming and voice control via the Amazon Alexa remote. The Bose QuietComfort Headphones are listed for their noise cancellation and battery life that lasts up to one full day.

For the kitchen, the list includes the Ninja Slushi, a machine that creates frozen drinks like margaritas and slushies. Josh Rios, a video producer at NBC Selected, noted that he used the device to make soda slushies for the office during the summer. The Instant Pot electric pressure cooker is also on the list, with the brand claiming it cooks meals 70% faster than a regular slow cooker. The Casamigos tequila gift set includes cocktail mixers and two types of salt for rimming glasses.

Fitness and wellness recommendations focus on comfort and recovery. Hoka Clifton 11 walking shoes are highlighted for their cushioning and meta-rocker shape, which the outlet describes as making walking more comfortable. The Theragun Mini Massage Gun is suggested for muscle relief after exercise, featuring three foam attachments and three speed settings. The Garmin Forerunner smartwatch is included for its data capabilities and battery life, which lasts up to 11 days in smartwatch mode.

The full list is available on the NBC Selected website. The recommendations are intended for gift-givers shopping for Christmas or Hanukkah. The outlet invites readers to sign up for The Selection newsletter for additional shopping advice. The list includes items from brands such as Apple, Lego, Oura, and Amazon.