Shopping for a teenager is never an easy undertaking. (We can just picture the forced smiles now. . . .) Lucky for you, we’ve taken the guesswork out of getting them a gift they’ll be sure to brag about on TikTok.
The first fully digital native generation is always way ahead of the curve when it comes to the latest, coolest gadgets, so to find out what teens are eyeing this holiday season, we went straight to the source. Yep, we asked some real-life teenagers to weigh in on the best tech gifts you can buy.
According to Ella (age 13) and Winter (age 14), you’ll win your teen over by skipping the practical tech gifts (like air purifiers and phone sanitizers) and instead going for a present that speaks to their particular passions. Does the teen in your life love music? Upgrade their headphones sitch. Have a budding photographer on your hands? Try a wireless printer.
Whether the teen you’re shopping for is interested in music, fashion, or beauty, we’ve found something they’re sure to think is cool — and there’s something here for every budget. Yep, contrary to popular belief, tech gifts don’t need to break the bank, we found affordable gifts under $100 and splurge must-haves they’ll swoon over. There’s something for every picky teen. Shop our top gifting picks ahead.