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Holiday Gift Guide 2019

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The days grow shorter, the year winding down,
And a mischievous chill blankets the town.
Inside by the fire, or snugly in bed,
A family prepares for good cheer ahead.
Thoughts of warm food, bright holiday scenes
And the perfect gifts to live out their dreams.

Browse by price: $50  |  $75  |  $100  |  $200+

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Child – A Growing Mind

Kids like to have fun, but there’s no reason they can’t also learn things in the process. Buildable toy sets and science kits let you have fun while also honing creative and reasoning skills for later in life.

It’s never too early to learn chemistry, but you probably don’t want a child fiddling with caustic substances. A child-safe chemistry kit like this offers kids a chance to learn science through dozens of experiments.
Toys come and go, but creativity lasts forever. Skip the action figures and dolls this year, and give a child the gift of Legos. The medium brick box has all the pieces they’ll need to build anything their imagination shows them.

Teenager – The Young Creative

Youth and creativity often go hand in hand. Whether you aspire to be a rock star jamming in front of thousands of people or a game designer crafting fantastical worlds, the right tools can make all the difference.

Mother – Sprinting Past Goals

You’ve always got a hurdle you’re trying to clear. Maybe you’re trying to beat your sprinting record, maybe you like to juggle big projects at work. For one who loves a productive lifestyle, the perfect gift could be a gamechanger.

Bonavita’s elegant drip coffee maker is more than a pretty face. It pre-infuses the grounds, evenly extracting for a rich flavor in every cup. It will even keep the coffee warm after brewing, so you can make a big batch without fear. Check out our favorite coffee makers.
Apple’s latest flagship phone is a masterpiece of design, with a sleek body, powerful processor, and gorgeous display. The main attraction is the camera, with three lenses for shooting in any lighting situation. Read our full review.

Father – Suburban Adventurer

Life’s an adventure, whether you’re filming bears deep in the woods or prepping a cup of tea for a relaxing afternoon in the yard. The right gadgets can help you reconnect with the natural world — even if you’re living far away from it.

The ideal drone for those looking to get into the hobby, the Tello is small and easy to steer. You can fly it with a smartphone app or with a drone controller, and the 5 MP camera shoots great photos and videos. Check out our favorite drones.
A great cup of coffee or tea requires precision; if the water is too hot, the brew is ruined. The PerfectTemp kettle offers six distinct temperature settings to get that perfect cup, and will keep the water warm for a while after brewing. Check out our favorite electric kettles.
When you’re adventuring in nature, don’t rely on your smartphone to capture the moment. GoPro’s Hero8 Black offers smooth, detailed video and clear audio. It captures movement without ghosting, so even your most extreme exploits will look good. Read our full review.

Grandparents – Easy Living

Technology should make life easier, so you can spend less time struggling with it and more time enjoying it. Whether you’re a book worm hoping to take your collection on the go or someone looking to take the hassle out of cooking, we’ve got the right gear for you.

Wrapped in fabric, the third incarnation of the Echo Dot isn’t just a good-looking smart speaker; it’s got a big, bold sound as well. Of course, it also comes with Alexa, one of the most useful digital assistants around. Read our full review.
One of the most versatile appliances you can have in your kitchen, the Instant Pot Duo functions as a pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, even yogurt cooker. Whatever meal you want to cook, it’s quick and easy. Check out our favorite instant pots.
Voracious readers don’t need to lug their collection around with them if they have a Kindle, a slim ebook reader that can hold thousands of books. Long battery life and waterproofing mean you can keep reading even in the wilderness. Read our full review.

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Illustrations by Christopher Webster

Animations by Will Hawkins

Art Direction by Genevieve Poblano and Will Hawkins

Creative Direction by Ben Hermel

Written by Will Nicol

Copy editing by Brandon Widder and Rob Oster

Development by Richard Benjamin

Produced by Joshua Benton

Creative and development support by Peter Durham and Chris DeGraw

Will Nicol
Will Nicol is a Senior Writer at Digital Trends. He covers a variety of subjects, particularly emerging technologies, movies…
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