New technology is one of the most exciting gifts you can give. With so much to choose from and different products that work differently, it can be hard to decide what to buy. So to help you out, we’ve tracked down the best ones in shops and online across the UK.
Whatever your budget, there is something for everyone.
Under 50 pounds
Bluetooth Tracker Keyring (£29.99)
A bit like spy tech, it can be attached to house keys, car keys, mobile phones, handbags or anything else you’re likely to lose, allowing you to track it.
Smart Plug (£24.99)
Turning off hard-to-reach plugs can be one of those annoying chores before bed, but it doesn’t have to be anymore: these products connect to a smart hub or an app on your smartphone to remotely power them off or set timers.
WeGo Elite+ Activity & Sleep Tracker (£29.99)
Sometimes you just want one gadget to do one thing. This is the cheapest option for a tracker. It monitors time, steps, calories, distance, activity, minutes, goals, and sleep quality.
Fire Stick (£39.99)
Amazon’s next-generation media stick now includes Alexa voice remote search, over 7,000 apps, games, Amazon Video, BBC iPlayer, ITV Hub, Netflix, YouTube and more.
Illumi Bowl (£14.99)
A motion activated night light for the toilet. The toilet bowl lights up when you enter the toilet. No need to worry about having an accident in the dark. The soft light won’t wake you up. Fits over the edge of any toilet seat. If your loved one needs a landing light, this is definitely the one for them.
Under 100 pounds
Amazon Echo (£89.99)
By 2018, 40% of homes will have an Echo, and it’s easy to see why: Echo connects all your smart technology and acts as the “brain” of your smart device, responding to up to 15,000 commands to play music, turn on appliances, get information, and more.
Fridge Cam (£99)
As well as keeping a check on your kids’ late-night eating habits, the FridgeCam also lets you see what’s in your fridge from anywhere via the Smarter app and even suggests recipes based on the food in your fridge.
RING Video Doorbell (£99)
A Wi-Fi enabled doorbell allows you to see, hear and talk to whoever comes to your door from your smartphone, tablet or desktop.
Masterlock Smart Outdoor Padlock (£79.99)
This padlock unlocks your Bluetooth lock via an app, never needing to use a key or combination, freeing you from the burden of hard-to-remember numeric combinations.
Sensorwake 2 Olfactor Alarm Clock (£95)
This alarm clock will wake you up to a smell. The smells come in little cassette-shaped boxes, such as “orange juice”, “toast” and “tropical”. Set the alarm as usual and you’ll wake up to a wonderful smell. Just don’t choose bacon…
Under 500 pounds
Smart Frame (£199)
A perfect gift for your family, connect with your happiest memories every day by playing your choice of photos on a Wi-Fi-enabled 15″ or 18.5″ 4K Ultra HD resolution photo frame.
Nest Cam IQ (£179.99)
Gone are the days of shelling out big bucks for professional security camera installations – now all you need is a phone app and this tech-inspired camera that fits neatly on a shelf to keep an eye on your sanctuary from anywhere in the world.
Lifeprint Photo and Video Printer (£134.95)
This printer makes it easy to print photos taken with your smartphone.
Wireless Charging Table (£199)
The furniture is smart home compatible and these tables even have wireless charging built into their surface, so just place your phone on it and it will charge.
Zeeq Smart Pillow (£199)
It has a built-in sensor that gently notifies you if you start snoring. A light buzzer gently nudges you, as if to say “shhh.” It also plays sounds like running water and birds chirping. It even has a sensor that will wake you up.
Under 1000 pounds
Bonaverde Berlin Coffee Machine (£742)
It is one of the first machines to feature an RFID reader that scans coffee bags and receives special roast and grind instructions for each type of bean, creating truly unique blends.
iPhone X (£999)
Facial recognition, a full-screen display, and the Apple power to power it all: this feels and works like sensational new technology, making it the perfect “wow” gift for Christmas.
ANKER Nebula Long Throw HD Portable Projector (£699.99)
Billed as the world’s first portable projector, it boasts an incredible 3 hour battery life and a 3000 lumen lamp that delivers crisp, high contrast 800p images – perfect for holiday or backyard movies.
DJI Mavic Pro drone (£999)
Compatible with iOS and Android, use this drone to record and stream live 4K Ultra HD footage to your smartphone or tablet. With a speed of 40mph and a flight time of 21 minutes, this drone is perfect for capturing outdoor family events like garden parties and sports days.
Google Pixel 2 XL (£799)
Its 5-inch Full HD display, powerful 12.2MP camera, and squeeze technology that lets you summon Google Assistant make it a formidable rival to the iPhone X.