Surprise your loved ones with top-notch tech gifts tucked into their Christmas stockings. (Getty)(Getty Images/Cavan Images RF)
When it comes to holiday gifting, stocking stuffers sometimes take a backseat to the show-stoppers under the tree — but this year, you can change it up. If you want to elevate those tiny treasures hanging by the fireplace, forget predictable knick-knacks — go for gadgets that surprise and delight.
Stocking stuffer-ready tech trinkets combine practicality with the thrill of unboxing something cool and innovative. Whether you're shopping for a digital novice or an avid techie, Walmart has a wide selection of treasures to choose from, including wireless earbuds, portable chargers, digital cameras and more. These palm-size presents may be the smallest gifts of the bunch, but they can make a holiday celebration extra special.
This year, skip the generic gift cards and fuzzy socks and fill their stockings with compact, portable gadgets instead. Our picks below start at just $14, so there's something for everyone (and every budget).
This set of four Apple AirTags will be truly transformative for friends or family members who just can't seem to keep track of all their stuff. The tiny gadgets are controlled by an iPhone or iPad and slip into anything to act as a handy tracking device.
Small enough to fit in your palm but powerful enough to start a dance party, this portable JBL Bluetooth speaker is a supersonic stocking stuffer. With up to 10 hours of playtime per charge, this mini speaker has a built-in carabiner to clip onto your backpack, belt, or handbag. It's even waterproof and dust-proof so you can take it on all your outdoor travels.
In our tech-obsessed world, a dead phone can muck up your day. This holiday, give your friends the gift of never losing charge again. The Anker Nano Power Bank weighs just 0.2 pounds but packs a hefty energizing punch. The tiny gadget holds enough charge to power an iPhone 14 Max for up to 20 hours. Its built-in lightning connector simply snaps onto a phone without needing an extra cable and it's compact enough to fit in their pocket — and their stocking.
Not only is this a great gift for folks who are always cold, but it's a nice pick for people who have to spend time outdoors in frigid conditions. Dads who have to shovel the driveway? Teachers on recess duty? This lightweight heater can be worn around the neck to deliver warmth on demand. Genius, right? It's cordless and rechargeable, and each charge gives it six hours of power.
"This is really good!" one happy customer raved. "I can't believe how warm it gets. It is perfect for outdoor activities like football games. I also like how comfortable it is, plus I can plug in my phone to the USB port for charging."
The handy people in the house need stocking stuffers, too. This digital tape measure is perfect for the handyman (or wanna-be handyman … or handyperson) in your life. The long-range laser feature measures up to 196 feet with extreme accuracy, displaying measurements on an LED screen. The traditional 16-foot tape measure is perfect for more hands-on measuring. With the LED display, they'll never have to measure twice after forgetting the first result.
We love spoiling our pets, and this one's a treat for a dog and their person. Whether for your own dog or a loved one's beloved pooch, this LED collar will come in handy during walks when it's dark. It easily wraps around Fido's neck and illuminates with the push of a button. Not only will the light make it easy to keep track of your pup when they're off-leash, but it also comes in handy when you need to find and pick up their poo in the late-night hours.
Everyone can use an extra set of earbuds — and these under-$20 wireless headphones by Skullcandy are a top affordable pick. With up to 20 hours of playtime, these best-selling earbuds are compatible with all Bluetooth devices — phones, computers, tablets, TVs, and more. Plus, they are sweat-proof and water-resistant. They can take them to the gym, on a rainy stroll or anywhere in between.
The palm-sized Polaroid Sport Action Camera is the perfect tech stocking stuffer for kids, teens, adults, and, well, anyone. Tiny but mighty, it snaps photos and takes videos with the quality of a camera three times its size. It's water and weather-resistant so they can take it on all of their adventures — whether that's a relaxing vacation or an epic cycling trip. It's easily mountable on helmets and bikes so they never miss any of the action.
Beanies are a classic stocking stuffer, but an LED light beanie? Now we're talking. This comfy hat comes with a rechargeable light on the top, coming in surprisingly clutch in a wide range of situations. Whether it's a late-night snow shoveling session or an evening walk with the dog, this light ensures they can see and be seen. Three different brightness settings help them customize the glow. It's the gift they didn't know they needed.
You can call this one a blast from the past. The nostalgia-inducing Tamagotchi is a perfect stocking stuffer for kids, teens and '90s-loving adults. This wild little digital pet requires the attention and care of your loved one: They'll feed it, clean up after it, take care of it and even discipline it! They are guaranteed to get oddly attached to a bundle of pixels — just be prepared to babysit.
There’s a reason you're seeing these things on every influencer’s cellphone. This long-lasting mount sticks to the back of a mobile with strong (but removable) adhesive. Once applied, it can securely suction to just about any flat surface. It’s the perfect gift for the TikToker, video chat-ter or selfie addict on your list. Oh, and more practically minded giftees can attach it to their dashboard for GPS directions.
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