Christmas gifts for a friend

A cheap, useful gift for the friend who is always hunting for their keys.

A safe last-minute choice for an iPhone user whose wish list you do not know.

Suits a home musician, podcaster or careful listener who prefers wired sound.

A good-looking speaker for a music fan who cares how it looks on the shelf.

A solid first real running watch for someone who has been running with just a phone.

The simplest good e-reader for someone who reads mostly novels.

A compact reader for a student or commuter who wants something better than a phone for long reads.

Suits someone who forgets to charge things and wants headphones that last weeks.

Good for a friend who wants music at the cottage, beach or backyard.

A safety upgrade for a road cyclist who rides on busy roads.

An easy winter gift for someone who likes the brand but does not need another jacket.

A simple stocking gift for a partner who spends winter outside.

Peace of mind for someone who goes to the backcountry, remote lakes or cottage roads without coverage.

A lasting upgrade for a photographer still using the strap that came in the box.

Handy for travel days, short hikes or walking around a city with a phone, keys and wallet.

A neat pick for someone who shoots travel photos, time-lapses or video calls on their phone.

A practical winter pick for a runner or skier.

A low-risk December gift for a tea drinker who likes trying new blends.

A dependable pick for ice fishing, job sites or early ski mornings.

Good for a teen or student who shoots everything on a phone but likes something to pin on a wall.

A popular, useful gift for a teen or student who carries a drink everywhere.

The obvious pick for a family or friend group that just got a Switch 2.

Works for households where gamers and non-gamers want to play together over the holidays.

An easy, crowd-pleasing coffee for a coworker or teacher from a well-known Canadian roaster.

A compact recovery tool for runners and gym-goers who already own a foam roller.

A good fit for someone planning a trip or a move who wants daily practice.

Suits a teacher or mom who still plans on paper.

A daily December treat for a tea-drinking partner, and something to share in the evenings.

Helpful for someone trying to drink more water on hot days.

A cozy cabin-style stocking stuffer that suits almost anyone.

Works for a couple or friend who travels and would rather pick their own trip.

An affordable way to test whether someone will stick with an instrument.

A practical pick for a student or traveller whose phone dies by mid-afternoon.

An inexpensive way to make someone's existing winter boots warmer.

Hands a keen baker a skill instead of another gadget.

An easy, recognisably British small gift that stays under £25.

A last-minute option for someone who likes Japanese snacks and wants to choose their own.

A memorable outing for a visitor or a Brisbane local who has never done it.

Everything needed for good coffee in a first flat or at work.

A Quebec-made winter accessory for someone who likes simple, warm city pieces.

A calm, easy-to-teach game for couples and families who enjoy puzzles.

A small, kind gift for a cat person in a coworker exchange.

A practical housewarming gift for a small kitchen or new parents short on time.

Suits a friend who adds heat to everything and likes trying new pantry items.

A sweet experience for a keen home baker.

Good for a coffee drinker who likes trying new roasters.

Suits the daily takeaway-coffee buyer who wants their drink to stay hot on the commute.

An inexpensive, genuinely useful stocking stuffer for an ice angler.