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This guide is for anyone buying a Christmas or birthday present for a man in their life. You want a gadget that feels special and gets used, not one that ends up in a drawer. Start with his day. Think about how he travels, what he does to relax and what he always loses. Then pick the gift that fits.
Sony WH-1000XM6 noise cancelling headphones
Best for the commuter and frequent flyer
These over-ear headphones use ANC, active noise cancelling, which hushes the world around him. He gets his music, podcasts and calm, wherever he is.
Who it's for: Buy them for the commuter or frequent flyer who wants peace and quiet on the move.
The facts that matter
- Sony's flagship over-ear headphones, with its new HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN3 and 12 microphones.
- Hi-Res Audio with a 30mm driver and a customisable 10-band EQ.
- Folds into a compact size and comes with a carry case that closes with a magnet.
Why it made the list: This is Sony's flagship pair, with Sony's new noise cancelling chip and 12 microphones working to block out the noise. Hi-Res Audio and a 10-band EQ (sound settings he can tune to his taste) let him shape the sound how he likes it. They fold down and come in a magnetic carry case, so they look and feel like a proper treat.
Worth knowing: Over-ear headphones still take more bag space than earbuds, even folded.
Check price on Amazon(paid link)Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (16GB, without ads)
Best for the reader
An e-reader, a slim screen built just for reading books. He can carry a huge library and read it anywhere.
Who it's for: Buy it for the reader who always has a book on the go, or a pile waiting by the bed.
The facts that matter
- A 7-inch display in the 2024 Paperwhite.
- 16GB of storage, enough for a huge library of books.
- This version comes without ads on the lock screen.
Why it made the list: The 7-inch screen gives him plenty of room for each page. With 16GB of storage he has space for a huge library, so he will never run out. This version has no ads on the lock screen, so it looks clean and personal from the moment he opens it.
Worth knowing: The screen is black and white; for colour covers and highlights, the Kindle Colorsoft is the one.
Check price on Amazon(paid link)Apple AirTag 4 pack (2nd generation)
Best for the man who loses his keys
Four small trackers he can clip to his keys, wallet or bags. He finds them in the Find My app on his iPhone.
Who it's for: Buy them for the man who loses his keys, wallet or bag every single week.
The facts that matter
- Find keys, wallet or bags in the Find My app, with step-by-step Precision Finding on iPhone and Apple Watch.
- A 50% louder speaker than before, so it is easier to hear.
- Runs for more than a year on a standard battery he can replace himself.
Why it made the list: Precision Finding on iPhone and Apple Watch guides him to the missing item step by step. The speaker is 50% louder than before, so he can hear it under the sofa cushions. One battery runs for more than a year, and he can swap it himself. Just check he uses an iPhone or iPad first.
Worth knowing: Sets up with an iPhone or iPad, so it is a gift for Apple users, not Android owners.
Check price on Amazon(paid link)Garmin Forerunner 165 GPS running watch
Best for the runner
A GPS running watch that tracks his pace, distance and heart rate on every run. It also suggests a workout for him each day.
Who it's for: Buy it for the runner, from the keen park-runner to the man training for a marathon.
The facts that matter
- Built-in GPS for pace and distance, wrist-based heart rate and a bright AMOLED touchscreen.
- Up to 11 days of battery in smartwatch mode and up to 19 hours in GPS mode.
- Daily suggested workouts that adapt to his performance and recovery, plus 25+ activity profiles.
Why it made the list: Built-in GPS means he can leave his phone at home and still get his pace and distance. The suggested workouts change with his performance and recovery, so he always knows what to do next. Up to 11 days of battery in smartwatch mode means less time on the charger. The bright AMOLED touchscreen is easy to read on the go.
Worth knowing: Up to 19 hours of GPS is plenty for marathons; ultra runners may want a longer-lasting watch.
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Best for the film and sport fan
A small stick that plugs into his TV and streams his favourite apps in 4K. Film night and match day get a big upgrade.
Who it's for: Buy it for the film and sport fan who loves a night in on the sofa.
The facts that matter
- 4K streaming with Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos and HDR10+.
- Wi-Fi 6 support for smooth 4K, even when other devices share the router.
- Talk to the voice remote with Alexa+ to find something to watch across his apps.
Why it made the list: 4K with Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and Dolby Atmos means a sharper picture with richer colour, plus big, immersive sound. Wi-Fi 6 keeps the stream smooth even when the whole house is online. He can ask the Alexa+ voice remote to find something to watch across his apps, so there's no more endless scrolling.
Worth knowing: The 4K picture needs a 4K TV with a spare HDMI port.
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Best for the outdoors and party type
A portable Bluetooth speaker he can take anywhere. It brings big music outdoors and shrugs off water and dust.
Who it's for: Buy it for the outdoors and party type who always brings the tunes.
The facts that matter
- IP68 waterproof and dustproof, and it survives a drop from up to 1 metre.
- Up to 14 hours of playtime, plus 2 more with Playtime Boost.
- Links with other Auracast speakers for bigger sound.
Why it made the list: It is IP68 rated, which means it is waterproof and dustproof. It also survives a drop of up to 1 metre, so a wet or bumpy day out won't stop the music. Up to 14 hours of playtime lasts from lunch to late, and Playtime Boost adds 2 more. He can link it with other Auracast speakers for even bigger sound.
Worth knowing: The full 16 hours needs Playtime Boost; standard playtime is up to 14 hours.
Check price on Amazon(paid link)Logitech MX Master 3S wireless mouse
Best for the desk worker
A wireless mouse built for long days at the computer. Work feels faster, quieter and more comfortable.
Who it's for: Buy it for the desk worker who spends all day in spreadsheets, emails or design tools.
The facts that matter
- An 8,000 DPI sensor that tracks on any surface, even glass.
- Quiet Clicks with 90% less click noise.
- MagSpeed scrolling, 90% faster and near silent.
Why it made the list: The 8,000 DPI sensor (a very precise tracker) works on any surface, even glass. Quiet Clicks cut click noise by 90%, so it won't annoy anyone in the office. MagSpeed scrolling is 90% faster and near silent, which makes long pages fly by.
Worth knowing: Shaped for right-handers, and this listing is sold by a third-party seller and fulfilled by Amazon.
Check price on Amazon(paid link)Anker Zolo Power Bank 20,000mAh 30W
Best for the traveller
A power bank, a portable battery that charges his phone on the go. He never has to hunt for a plug again.
Who it's for: Buy it for the traveller whose phone always seems to die at the worst moment.
The facts that matter
- 20,000mAh, enough to charge an iPhone 15 up to 4 times.
- 30W fast charging, taking an iPhone 15 from 0 to 57% in 30 minutes.
- A built-in USB-C cable tested to over 10,000 bends.
Why it made the list: The 20,000mAh capacity is enough to charge an iPhone 15 up to 4 times. With 30W fast charging, an iPhone 15 goes from 0 to 57% in 30 minutes. The USB-C cable is built in and rated for over 10,000 bends, so there's no cable to forget.
Worth knowing: The built-in cable is short (about 15cm), and the listing is sold by AnkerDirect UK and shipped by Amazon.
Check price on Amazon(paid link)Amazon Echo Dot (newest generation)
Best for the smart-home starter
A compact smart speaker he can talk to. It plays music, answers by voice and runs his smart home.
Who it's for: Buy it for the smart-home starter who wants music and handy voice control in the kitchen or bedroom.
The facts that matter
- Clearer vocals and richer bass than earlier Echo Dots.
- Plays Amazon Music, Audible, Apple Music, Spotify and more over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.
- Controls compatible smart home devices by voice and runs routines.
Why it made the list: It has clearer vocals and richer bass than earlier Echo Dots. It plays Amazon Music, Audible, Apple Music, Spotify and more over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. He can control compatible smart home devices by voice and set up routines, like lights on and the news read out each morning.
Worth knowing: Needs Wi-Fi to work as a smart speaker; it is a compact speaker, not a room-filling one.
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