It’s the holiday season, and we pulled together a fun mix of products we’ve actually loved using this year. Different categories, different price points, all things we genuinely think make great gifts. Here are ten picks worth considering for just about anyone on your list.

This might still be the smartest thing in my kitchen. Mill is a smart food recycler that turns everyday food scraps into dry, dirt-like grounds with almost zero effort. You scrape your plate, close the lid, and Mill does the rest. It accepts more food types than you’d expect, and anything it can’t process is clearly listed in the app.

Most food waste ends up in landfills. Mill’s mission is to help you never trash food again — no odors, no pests, no constant garbage runs. I’ve had mine over a year now, and it has blended into daily life in a way that’s almost effortless. Every few days, it quietly processes everything into dry grounds you can use in the garden or send back to Mill for reuse. It simplifies a pain point you don’t realize is so big until it’s gone. It also makes a great “everyone pitches in” family gift. We secured a significant discount at the link below.

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The MOFT Snap Field Wallet is one of the most thoughtfully designed MagSafe wallets I’ve used. It holds up to eight cards, stays slimmer than a traditional wallet, and fans out your cards instantly with a quick pull of the side tab.

If you carry fewer cards, it transforms into a tiny organizer - cash, coins, SD cards, SIM cards, even a SIM tool all fit inside. The coin pocket has a magnetic closure, which is a small but useful detail. You can choose either the standard wallet or the version with a built-in origami stand for hands-free viewing. And the MagSafe connection is strong enough to confidently pull your phone and wallet together. If you want something slimmer than a normal wallet but more functional than a basic MagSafe holder, this is a smart upgrade.

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Notta Memo is a pocket-sized AI voice recorder built for people who think or work by speaking. It’s smaller than a credit card, weighs under an ounce, and captures meetings, lectures, conversations, or phone calls with a single tap. Everything instantly syncs to the cloud to be transcribed, translated, or summarized.

A standout feature is bone-conduction technology that records both sides of phone calls across apps like Zoom or WhatsApp, something most phones can’t do natively. Despite the tiny size, it’s well-built and surprisingly clear in noisy spaces. And because it’s tied into the Notta ecosystem, your recordings sync across desktop, mobile, Notion, Slack, or any workflow using Zapier. If you’ve ever left a meeting and immediately forgotten three key points, this fixes that.

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If you want a modern TV setup without drilling into your walls, the Perlegear Floor TV Stand is a great option. It includes RGB backlighting with over 16 million colors, adjustable via app, remote, or a wired switch. The backlighting can also sync to sound to reduce eye strain and make long viewing sessions more comfortable.

The stand has 12 height adjustments, plus tilt and swivel movement so you can dial in the ideal viewing angle. Build quality is solid with a reinforced metal frame and MDF wood base supporting up to 110 pounds. It’s compatible with 32- to 75-inch screens and VESA patterns up to 600x400. One of my favorite features is simple: you can move it. No holes in the wall, no commitment — great for apartments, dorms, or anyone who likes to rearrange their space.

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The Wuben X4 is one of the most overbuilt compact flashlights I’ve used in the best possible way. It can hit up to 2,200 lumens, which is shockingly bright for something this small. The beam is clean and wide, and the base is magnetic so you can stick it to metal surfaces for hands-free work.

It charges via USB-C, has a simple interface, and features both a main beam and a softer side light. The build quality makes it feel like a legit tool rather than a cheap emergency light. It’s a perfect stocking stuffer, glove-box staple, or “everyone should have one” kind of gift.

The Bullstrap Minimalist Case for iPhone 17 adds that simple, premium look to your everyday carry. Each case is made from full-grain leather sourced from Europe and the northern US, chrome-tanned, buffed, and polished to a subtle two-tone finish that ages nicely. Inside, you get microfiber lining, strong N52 magnets, a durable polycarbonate shell, and stainless steel buttons.

New for the iPhone 17 lineup is Bullstrap’s touch-glass camera control button, which makes taking photos noticeably easier. If you love high-quality leather and well-considered details, this is an excellent pick.

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The Terra Kaffe Demi is the simplest way to bring café-level espresso into your kitchen without sacrificing counter space. It’s the compact sibling to the TK-02, focused entirely on the essentials: consistent espresso, straightforward controls, and minimal cleanup.

You turn it on, twist the knob, pick your drink, and it gets to work. Cleanup is easy, the design is compact at 15.7” x 7.5” x 12.8”, and it comes in four clean color options: Slate, Cloud, Forest, and Dune. If you want a fully automatic espresso machine that isn’t huge or intimidating, the Demi hits that sweet spot. It also makes a great shared gift for the household.

The Orbitkey Travel Sling 3L is a compact, structured, weather-resistant bag made for minimal everyday carry. It opens wide so you can actually see your items, and the interior is organized with smart mesh pockets and divided sections for your phone, wallet, passport, earbuds, power bank, and even an iPad mini.

There’s an exterior quick-access pocket, subtle lockable zippers for a little extra security, and a removable strap so you can convert it into a tech pouch. It comes in Black, Stone, and Terracotta. If you travel, commute, or just want a cleaner EDC setup, it’s a great option, and an easy holiday gift.

The Anbernic RG34XX is a tiny retro handheld console that nails that Game Boy and Game Boy Advance nostalgia. While it supports many systems, I mostly use it for GBA games, and it’s perfect for that. The buttons feel great, the screen is bright, and the whole thing slips easily into a pocket.

Boot it up, scroll the clean menu, pick a game, and you’re playing within seconds. It charges over USB-C and comes in various fun, retro-inspired colors. If you know someone who loved handheld gaming growing up, this is one of the easiest and most affordable ways to relive that experience.

The Marshall Kilburn III has the classic Marshall amp look paired with modern audio performance. You get 50+ hours of battery life, 360-degree stereotropic sound, IP54 dust and water resistance, tactile knobs for volume, bass, and treble, and Bluetooth 5.3 with about 33 feet of wireless range.

Quick charge gets you about eight hours of playback in around 20 minutes, while a full charge takes roughly three hours. There’s also a built-in power bank and a 3.5mm aux input if you prefer wired. It’s a perfect blend of vintage styling and modern tech, making it a standout gift for music lovers.

If you’re new here, we talk about tech and products that marry form and function - things that make life better and look good doing it. If that’s your thing, stick around, subscribe, and check out the links above to learn more about each product. Happy holidays and we’ll see you in the next one.