Gifts for tech lovers under $50

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.

A sensible first pair of headphones for tablet time or car trips.

A good stocking gift for a teen who keeps losing earbuds.

A tidy home for the chargers that rattle around a backpack or carry-on.

Good for a student or traveller who wants one charger in the bag instead of three.

Works for households with a mix of iPhone and Android users who keep losing keys or bags.

For someone who runs a closed MacBook with an external monitor and wants desk space back.

Useful for someone who misplaces their wallet, whether they carry an iPhone or an Android phone.

A tidy way for an iPhone user to keep tabs on a wallet or passport holder.

Suits someone in a dorm, hospital, care home or office where candles are not allowed.

For a teen or adult who likes electronics and wants a project that ends in something usable.

An easy start on smart lighting for a renter or anyone who does not want to rewire switches.

Suits a dad, teen or student who props a phone up in the car or at a desk.

A small, cheerful desk or car cable for anyone with a USB-C phone, tablet or laptop who is tired of tangles.

Helpful for a student who wants handwritten notes backed up digitally.

Handy for someone who films, video calls or follows recipes on their phone.

A small everyday upgrade for someone who carries only a phone and a couple of cards.

A practical stocking stuffer for the tech tinkerer who wants to see how fast a laptop or phone is really charging.

For a traveller who visits several countries and wants one plug instead of a bag of adapters.

A simple security upgrade for a porch or driveway light, with no wiring or mounting needed.

Lets a pet owner or new parent check in on a room from their phone.