T3's Christmas Gadget Gifts 2024: present ideas for everyone

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T3's Christmas Gadget Gifts 2024
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Christmas gifts can be hard to choose, and finding the perfect present takes time and careful consideration. However, if you're looking for Christmas gift ideas for family, friends or colleagues, you've come to the right place for our 2024 definitive Christmas gift guide.

We’re compiling all our top Christmas gift guides on this page, with fresh recommendations rolling out daily. Think of it as your own personal gift guide advent calendar – though, sadly, without the chocolate (we sincerely apologise for that).

At T3, we’re dedicated to uncovering beautiful products that make life easier, more productive, or just a lot more fun. No matter who you're shopping for this Christmas, we've got a range of ideas for every budget, so keep scrolling to discover the perfect gift.

The best Christmas gifts for coffee addicts

T3 Christmas Coffee machines

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For the coffee lover in your life, there's no better gift than a gadget that helps fuel their caffeine passion. Whether it's a high-end espresso machine, a sleek grinder or a reliable milk frother, the right tool can elevate their coffee experience in the best way possible.

We've rounded up some of the best options currently on the market, but click on the link below to check out the full list.

Unbeatable Christmas coffee gifts that'll make any barista jealous

The best Christmas gifts for retro lovers

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Today’s top picks are perfect for those with nostalgic hearts – people who cherish the charm of a bygone era. We’ve handpicked our favourite products that beautifully blend retro style with modern technology, offering all the classic vibes with improved performance and convenience.

We've included some of our favourites below, or take a look at the link to be transported to another time.

T3's retro-inspired Christmas gifts: perfect for those who cherish the past

The best gifts for hi-tech foodies

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Our next guide is tailor-made for those who take pride in their culinary adventures. Discover an array of gifts from renowned kitchen brands like Smeg and Le Creuset, as well as exciting new names that have recently made their mark.

Keep scrolling to see our top picks or click the link below to find the perfect gift to delight and inspire any aspiring chef.

Struggling with gift ideas? These are the best Christmas presents for tech-savvy foodies

The best Christmas gifts for audiophiles

T3 Christmas audiophile style

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Today’s tech guide is tailored for the music lovers. Whether they’re enjoying their favourite tracks or crafting their own beats, investing in high-quality audio gear is the perfect way to enhance their setup or kickstart their musical journey.

Surprise them with a pick from this selection of cutting-edge gadgets – chances are, they don’t already have it!

Christmas gifts for music lovers: 5 stylish presents they'll love this year

The best Christmas gifts for travellers

T3's Christmas Gadget Gifts: travel upgrades

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If you know someone with a passion for travel, these essential travel gadgets are the perfect gift. From trackers and kit bags to headphones and massage guns, we've rounded up everything your loved one needs to stay fully prepared for their adventures.

The ultimate Christmas gadget gifts for travellers – if you can track them down

The best Christmas Tech gifts

T3's Christmas Gadget Gifts: totally tech

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You’ve likely been wondering where our essential tech gift guide is – we are a tech magazine after all. Well, the wait is over, and we’ve now compiled a list of the top tech gadgets of the year, featuring a mix of well-known favourites and exciting new finds.

Steal the spotlight with T3's top tech gift recommendations – you'll be the favourite for years to come

The best Christmas gifts for the hard to please

T3's Christmas Gadget Gifts: hard to please

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Shopping for someone who's hard to shop for can seem like an intimidating challenge, and it's even worse at Christmas. To lend a helping hand, we've put together our top choices for the hard to please, and there are some pretty impressive products amongst the list. You won't even have to include the receipt this time!

6 unbeatable Christmas gifts for the hard to please

The best Christmas gifts for hi-def heroes

T3's Christmas Gadget Gifts: hi-def heroes

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This gift guide is for those who appreciate exceptional screen quality – whether for filmmaking, streaming or simply enjoying stunning visuals. If you know someone who can’t stop talking about high-definition brilliance, these are the suggestions to go by.

Shopping for someone with high standards? Here are 8 perfect gifts for any hi-def hero

The best Christmas gifts for kids (of all ages)

T3's Christmas Gadget Gifts: kids (of all ages)

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We hope you've already crossed off your kids' gift list, but just in case you haven't, here are our top picks. If you want to be the coolest parent this year, choose one of these gifts and you'll never hear the end of it. Just be careful what you wish for!

T3's Christmas gifts for kids (of all ages)

The best Christmas gifts for the opulent

T3's Christmas Gadget Gifts: opulence

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Make a lasting impression this festive season with our opulent gift guide, featuring an exquisite selection of luxurious items. Don't hold back – embrace the finest and celebrate in style.

4 luxurious gifts guaranteed to delight this Christmas

The best stocking fodder Christmas gifts

T3's Christmas Gadget Gifts: stocking fodder

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Lastly, we present our ultimate guide: stocking fodder. Whether tucked into a stocking or given on their own, these smaller gifts are perfect for complementing a larger present or handling those last-minute surprises with ease.

Give the main presents competition with T3's ultimate stocking fodder picks

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The best Christmas gift ideas by category

We're not done yet... Here, we've rounded up the best Christmas gifts for little kids and big kids alike. There are lego sets, Star Wars toys, home and kitchen items, Christmas presents for sports fans and lots more.

Toys

Best toys for Christmas

Best toys for Christmas
Need a playful present? These are hottest toys for kids this year, from the creative and educational to pure silly fun.

Best board games for Christmas

Best board games for Christmas
Forget boring old Monopoly… have more fun with the family with these fantastic games, from silly party games to epic strategic battles.

Best LEGO sets for Christmas

Best LEGO sets for Christmas
LEGO is awesome. We've curated the best sets here, from the LEGO Star Wars series, to high-tech LEGO Technics, LEGO Mindstorms, LEGO Harry Potter and LEGO City.

Best Nerf guns for Christmas

Best Nerf guns for Christmas
Look no further for the perfect Nerf-based Christmas gift for the foam-projectile lover in your live. These glorious Nerf blasters come in all shapes and sizes, from the sublime to the extremely ridiculous – and at all budgets too.

Best remote control cars for Christmas

Best remote control cars for Christmas
Whether you want off-road, monster-trucking action; rubber-burning, tarmac-chewing supercar madness; or a kid-friendly roadster to whizz around the living room, here are the best RC cars you can buy.

Home

Best cheap Le Creuset sale deals for Christmas

Best cheap Le Creuset sale deals for Christmas
Everyone loves a Le Creuset pan. Check out these deals to get the premium cookware at a lower than usual price. It's one of the best Christmas gifts you can buy for people who love cooking (or, ahem, yourself).

Best pod coffee machines

Best pod coffee machines
Coffee pod machines produce consistent results that are notoriously difficult to attain using standard espresso machines and most bean-to-cup models. They're a popular Christmas gift – we've found the best ones in this guide.

Best chef's knives

Best chef's knives
A chef's knife is a jack of all trades and master of several. It's like the AK47 of the kitchen, and can make for a great Christmas present – we've curated the best ones here.

Best vacuum cleaner

Best vacuum cleaner
The best vacuum cleaners are design classics that look great inside your home – and make cleaning a breeze. Just be careful how you present this Christmas gift...

Best mattress

Best mattress
Sure, on paper a mattress may look like an unconventional Christmas present – but never underestimate the gift of an amazing night's sleep. We've found the best mattresses you can buy, for all budgets, and a lot of them have big discounts on them right now.

Fitness

Best Christmas gifts for runners

Best Christmas gifts for runners
Looking for the best Christmas gift for a runner? We have a few options for you from festive beanies to elite running socks. These are super thoughtful gifts the runner in your life will love.

Best Christmas gifts for yoga fans

Best Christmas gifts for yoga fans
If you have a friend, family member or loved one who’s a yoga enthusiast, we’ve found the best Christmas gift ideas for beginner yogis and expert practitioners that cater to a range of budgets and abilities.

Best Christmas gifts for outdoor enthusiasts

Best Christmas gifts for outdoor enthusiasts
Here we have made a list (and checked it twice) of adventurous and nice gift ideas for people who like to spend spare time outside, camping, hiking and biking.

Best running headphones

Best running headphones
Headphones are a particular good Christmas gift for fitness fanatics. Here you'll find the best headphones for running, the gym, work outs, sports, cross-fit, cycling and fell trekking.

Best Fitbit

Best Fitbit
Fitbit used to be known for its fitness trackers but by now, they offer more than just simple wearables that track steps and calories. A new Fitbit is on top of everyone's Christmas wishlist and given the wide variety of available models, you can pick one that suits every price range. For the best prices, check out the best Fitbit deals guide.

Best running shoes

Best running shoes
Running has become everyone's favourite pastime activity in the last half a year so getting your loved ones a new pair of running trainers is definitely a good idea. Does mum or dad prefer to run in the countryside? Check out the best trail running shoes guide for the perfect kicks for off-road people.

Best running watch

Best running watch
A step up from fitness trackers, running watches – sometimes also called multi-sport smartwatches – can track advanced sport metrics, heart rate and even stress levels accurately. If you are after the best Garmin watch deals, we have those too.

Best workout shoes

Best workout shoes
Gyms might be closed but that shouldn't stop anyone from working out at home. The best workout shoes will provide grip, comfort and stability, a surefire hit this Christmas.

Tech

Best smartwatches

Best smartwatches
Smartwatches are an ideal Christmas present. Not only are they super-useful throughout the year, they can also help the recipient with any New Year weight loss goals. We've review the best smartwatches for any user here.

Best cameras

Best cameras
Have you got budding photographer in your house? Why not treat them to an upgrade? Because yes, while smartphone cameras are very capable now, they're still no match for a traditional camera. We've reviewed the best mirrorless cameras, best compact cameras, best DSLRs, and even the best instant camera!

Best noise cancelling headphones

Best noise cancelling headphones
Noise cancelling headphones can block out the sounds of planes, trains and colleagues – and have superb sound quality too. They make brilliant Christmas gifts, and we've found the best ones here.

Best true wireless earbuds

Best true wireless earbuds
The choice of Apple Air Pod alternatives is increasing. You'll find the best true wireless buds in the guide above; or the best Airpod deals here, if only Airpods will do this Christmas.

Best laptops

Best laptops
Considering buying a laptop for a Christmas gift? Have a browse through our constantly updated, expertly curated, definitive list of the best laptops for working, gaming, designing, studying or anything else.

Best smartphone

Best smartphone
Kit someone out with a top smartphone this Christmas. Every quality phone worthy of your consideration can be found in our best phone guide.

Best tablet

Best tablet
Tablets remain popular Christmas gifts. Find the best option for friends, family or yourself with our top picks of the best tablets on the market today.

Best gaming headsets

Best gaming headsets
Need a Christmas gift for a gamer? Have a look through the best gaming headsets available for PC, PS4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch.

Best smartwatch for kids

Best smartwatch for kids
Want to encourage your little one to exercise more? A smartwatch designed specifically for children is the answer. These handy little devices not only make fitness fun, with goals and achievements, they also teach children how to tell the time.

Best Nintendo Switch games

Best Nintendo Switch games
From incredible first-party exclusives such as the wonderful RPG magic of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and the platforming masterclass that is Super Mario Odyssey , to the quirky and fun Paper Mario – these are the games to buy a Nintendo Switch player.

Best Xbox games

Best Xbox games
if you own an Xbox then this page is your one-stop-shop for all the latest - and the very best - games you can buy, download and play right now!

Beauty

Best Christmas gifts for wellness and style enthusiasts

Best Christmas gifts for wellness and style enthusiasts
If you know a wellness enthusiast or someone who loves self-care, buying them a gift with health and wellbeing in mind is thoughtful, meaningful and really shows that you care.

Best fragrances for men

Best fragrances for men
Is there a better Christmas present for a man than fragrance? We don't think so. We've collected the best smelling colognes, aftershaves, and eau du toilets around.

Best perfume for women

Best perfume for women
Perfume is always well received – especially if it's one of the carefully selected entries in our list. It makes buying

Best hair dryers

Best hair dryers
Okay, a hair dryer doesn't sound like the most amazing gift ever – but once the person receiving the gift realises how much time a good hairdryer can save they'll be thanking you form the bottom of their heart.

Best hair straighteners

Best hair straighteners
A new set of hair straighteners is an excellent Christmas gift. We've reviewed the very best models around, so you know you're making the right decision.

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