Gifts for Tech Lovers Under $50 You’ll Want to Buy
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Be it a graduation, a birthday, or just because, giving a quality gift while staying on budget can often be challenging. When deciding on a gift, it’s best to think about items your recipient can use in their day to day life that don’t take up much space. Maybe the gift even helps to reduce clutter — or has voice assistant features to help out with tasks. Maybe these items are just a fun gadget to help pass the time or something that will help improve a craft.
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This list was put together to help you commemorate life’s special moments with useful gadgets that won’t be costly, but will still hold significant value. The tech lover in your life will be sure to adore these items, all of which can be put to immediate use. For more suggestions on great gift ideas, try this eco-friendly tech gift guide.
Yakomon Professional USB Streaming Podcast Microphone Kit
This Yakomon Professional USB Streaming Podcast Microphone Kit is an excellent choice for content creators recording voiceovers or podcasts, or instructors who need to be clearly heard and want to reduce background noise. This easy to connect PC microphone adopts a USB 2.0 data port that works great with Mac and Windows computers, no additional software is needed. If you’d like to connect with a phone, an OTG adapter can be purchased separately. Equipped with a professional sound chipset, 16mm electret condenser transducer, and magnet ring, this vocal microphone holds a high resolution sampling rate (192kHz/24bit), providing excellent high quality sound.
Mokoqi Magnetic Levitating Globe with LED Light
Add this magnetic, levitating globe to your desk space and watch as clients and colleagues observe in amazement as they try to figure out how it rotates without being connected, making it a cool conversation piece. The globe floats in midair thanks to the magnetic forces located at the bottom and top of the frame. The frame features three LED beads that alternate between purple, pink, and cyan for a dazzling display. Expect the 360 degree rotation to last up to 25 minutes at a time. This item won’t take up too much space, as it’s easily held in one hand. Included with this purchase is a stand, globe ball, and power adapter. Brush up on your geography and make learning fun for kids by inspiring their interest in geography and STEM science with this levitating globe ball that clearly shows country names, oceans, and continents.
Blink Mini Compact Indoor Plug-In Smart Security Camera
Indoor security cameras aren’t only for keeping an eye out for intruders. The Blink Mini Compact indoor plug-in smart security camera is ideal for checking on your kids or furbaby from another room, checking on loved ones while you’re away from the house, or checking on a business. With an easy setup that only takes a few minutes you can monitor your living space or office in a few easy steps by plugging in the camera, connecting it to wifi, and adding it to your Blink app. This 1080p HD indoor, plug-in security camera with motion detection and two way audio allows you to monitor the inside of your space day and night. Customize your features so that you receive alerts on your smartphone whenever motion is detected or set up motion detection zones so you can see what matters most. Events can be stored conveniently and securely in the cloud for later viewing.
Elago 3 in 1 iWatch Stand Charging Dock
Eliminate the need for multiple wires and free up outlets with the Elago 3 in 1 iWatch Stand. Charge your AirPods, iPhone, and iWatch simultaneously while also staying organized by having your go-to products grouped together. The cutout for the charging cable is designed with an exact fit for the original Apple cable ensuring that the charging cable can hold up your iPhone with no issues while preventing damage to the cable and charging port of your phone. Note that this product is not compatible with iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max USB C to Lightning Cables.
Godefa iPhone Camera Lens Kit
Whether you enjoy photography as a hobby or you have a massive online following that relies on quality photos, this camera lens kit would be an excellent purchase. The Godefa iPhone Camera Lens Kit comes with 14 lenses, with each phone lens having its own unique properties. Use the wide-angle lens for capturing a broader scene, telephoto lenses for high-quality-zoom capabilities, macro lenses for providing intense up-close detail of subjects, and fisheye lenses for a fun, circular view of the world. Experiment with various effects such as the kaleidoscope lens to view a centered object multiple times and use the starburst lens to add a dramatic star flare to very bright areas. This product is compatible with single, dual, or triple camera phone lenses and features a portable, removable and solid clip-on design that attaches to almost all smartphones
TANTUU Video Conference Lighting
Look like a pro from the comfort of your home no matter if it’s for distance learning, Zoom meetings, or live streaming with this stable, clip-on ring light. Control your color temperature and brightness with three color temperature settings of white light, warm light, and natural light, five levels of brightness adjustment, and 48 LED lamp beads with 10W brightness. This item is easy to use and works well for laptops, monitors and computers on a flat surface and is USB powered.
iOttie Easy One Touch 5 Air Vent Mount
This iOttie Easy One Touch 5 Air Vent Mount comes in handy when using GPS to navigate your way in an unfamiliar area or for skipping a song on your playlist without taking your eyes off of the road. This mount features Patented Easy One Touch Mechanism, giving you the ability to lock and release your phone quickly with a one handed motion. The newly designed larger iOttie Easy One Touch button and cradle allows for wider device and case compatibility. The bottom foot gives you added security knowing your device is securely fastened.
GLK License Plate Backup Camera
This heavy duty and water-proof license plate backup camera is built to withstand extreme weather conditions. Marine grade waterproof aluminum zinc material with IP-67 Standard waterproof, shockproof and dust-proof level allows it to work in all-weather conditions. A 170 degree wide viewing angle macro lens gives you a wide viewing vision. Experience clear imagery at nighttime and in dark places with true color, no purple-like infrared camera. Works great for most vehicles that use a standard United States license plate. Works as a plate frame mounted on the license plate, holding the license plate securely without blocking the license plate info.
FashionFresh Fantastic Unique Heavy Duty Solar Charger
Have you ever been out for a hike or having a relaxing day at the beach and you notice your battery needs a boost, but of course there’s no outlet available? This solar-powered cell phone charger is perfect for those moments and can withstand an active lifestyle, as it’s water and shock resistant. The charger is great for on the go activities due to its ability to fit in your pocket or hook to a backpack, key-chain, or purse. A lithium polymer battery charges your device at high speeds via a powerful 1W monocrystalline solar panel and this charger is compatible with some iPhones, iPads, Samsung Galaxies , Nexus 4/5/7 or any USB-charged device. The charger also doubles as a CableLED flashlight, simply press the button twice and the LED will light. Four LED indicators will alert you of the charging and discharging process.
HoMedics Soundspa Relaxation Sound Machine SS-2000
Get the sleep you’ve been dreaming of with the HoMedics Soundspa Relaxation Sound Machine. Six different nature-based sounds including waterfall, rain forest, ocean, and more help to provide a soothing environment that’ll give you the relaxation needed to drift off to sleep. This Sound Spa portable is battery or AC adapter operated and made with a built-in timer so you have the option to choose how long it runs.
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