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Gifts for Girls & Guys: Tech

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We can’t get enough of our gadgets this winter! Take a look at some of our favorites, from us to you. Whether you’re out on an adventure, studying in the library or sitting home by the fire, you’ll want these tech-savvy gifts to help you stay entertained and on top of your game. Talk about wish list-worthy!

UNDER $25

Platinum Collection Adjustable LED Headlamp, $15, available at Macy’s

For the girl or guy on the go, this LED headlamp helps light the way! Whether you’re hiking, camping, biking or on some other wild winter adventure, you’ll need a hands-free light so the fun can continue even after the sun goes down.

UNDER $50

Polaroid Small Battery Pack in Red, $25, available at Macy’s

Never lose power again! This might as well be a magic wand for all the power it gives you with your phone – text, Insta, call and Tweet all day without worrying about running out of battery! Charge on the go with this USB port anywhere, anytime.

Wireless Mobile Mouse 3500 Limited Edition in Bandage Stripes, $29.95, available at The Microsoft Store

Love gaming, or want to make your laptop that much more high-tech? Transform any online experience with the wireless mouse that shows off your style (and comes in two other limited edition designs)!

Sharper Image Key Finder, $30, available at Macy’s

Introducing the key to anyone’s heart: the Sharper Image Key Finder, which is basically the best gift ever for your scatterbrained bestie (or anyone who’s always in a hurry). Never lose your keys (and your time) again!

Elago Laptop Stand, $35, available via Canopy

Did you know it’s healthier to be at eye-level with your laptop? With this stylishly sleek laptop stand, you’ll never have to worry about hunching over or craning your neck just to finish that essay (or Facebook stalk your friends…). Plus, its solid aluminum frame prevents overheating to keep your tech safe and running smoothly!

Sol Republic JAX In-Ear Headphones in Electro Blue, $39.99, available at Macy’s

Never settle for ordinary headphones again! Give your music the style it deserves with colors fit for your personality, from electro blue to vivid red. Plus, this pair comes with a microphone, one-button remote and four ear tip size options, so you’ll find the best fit for you!

UNDER $100

Sharper Image Sound Soother, $60, available at Macy’s

Allow us to introduce you to the noise machine you never knew you needed; believe us when we say it is life-changing! Never struggle to sleep again. The soother plays white noise, rain, campfire, rainforest and many more, plus it can slow playback speed and lower volume over a timer period.

Diana Baby 110 Gold Edition Camera, $75, available at Lomography

Bring back that red-carpet glamour with this gilded camera! These square film shots will put your Instagrams to shame, and the miniature camera is the. Cutest. Thing. Ever.

Magic Bullet Blender 7712, Express, $79.99, available at Macy’s

The legends are true: this blender really is magic. Make super easy smoothies on the fly, then grab them to go for class or the gym! We know you love your water bottle and all, but can it really beat a portable smoothie?!

Sol Republic Tracks On-Ear Headphones in White, $99.99, available at Macy’s

Love music? Show the world! These sleek and modern headphones are the ticket to high-quality sound, and they show you’re serious about your songs. With detachable drivers, a three-button remote and a microphone, they’re as tricked out as headphones could be!

OVER $100

Polaroid Portable Bluetooth Stereo Wireless Speaker in Black, $100, available at Macy’s

When headphones simply aren’t enough – or you’re looking to get a little more social – you’ll need a speaker that’s ready to party. This wireless Polaroid pick is just what you need for all your crowd-pleasing playlists!

ASUS MeMo Pad 8 in Purple, $159, available via ASUS

A high-tech tablet at a collegiette budget-friendly cost, this colorful tablet is the portable piece of tech you’ve been waiting for! Plus, it’s available in colors you actually want, like this pretty purple and a classic, light gold.

Keurig K45 Single Serve Brewer, Elite, $174.99, available at Macy’s

A coffee a day keeps the doctor away – that’s how the saying goes, right?! Either way, you’ll get your fill and then some with the easy-to-use, always amazing Keurig, which basically changed coffee cravers’ lives forever. Plus, it fits in any dorm or apartment, so there’s really no excuse for not snagging one.

ASUS PadFone X mini, $199, available via ASUS

Everything you love about your tablet and your smartphone, all in one transformable device! Alter your screen size to fit your activity, whether you’re on the go or hanging on campus. Seriously, you have to see it to believe it!

ASUS Transformer Book T100, $349, available via ASUS

Want to get really fancy with your tech? This awesome present acts as a tablet one minute and a computer the next, hooking up to a keyboard for times when want to kick back and relax. It has all-day battery life, plus Microsoft Office Home & Student 2013 is included, so you’ll have everything you need to ace college life!

 

Kate is the Associate Editor of Her Campus. Before joining the staff full-time, Kate was the Campus Correspondent for the HC Skidmore College chapter as well as an editorial intern, Love editor, and national contributing writer for HC. In addition to her work with Her Campus, Kate has been a Sex & Love stringer and digital editorial intern for WomensHealthMag.com and an Inner Circle Trendspotter for MTV. Kate graduated from Skidmore College summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa with a Bachelor of Arts in English and French. In her spare time, Kate is usually spotted writing fiction, playing tennis, reading pop culture blogs until her eyes hurt, baking cookies, or dreaming up her next travel adventure.
Quinn Cohane is the Product Manager at Her Campus. She develops new features for Her Campus's web properties, including HerCampus.com, HerCampusMedia.com, HerConference.com, and CollegeFashionWeek.com, from initial conception to final installation. She collaborates with the Client Services team to implement custom landing pages, content hubs and sponsored content for client campaigns. Quinn also works closely with the Chapter Development team, training new team members on using Her Campus's content management system and leading the onboarding of new Campus Correspondents, national writers and bloggers, and national interns. Additionally, she oversees technical support for Her Campus and the uploading of national content. Quinn first joined the Her Campus team as a remote intern in February 2010; her past roles include Production Associate, Digital Media Manager, Chapter Advisor, and Study Abroad blogger during her semester in Copenhagen, Denmark. She graduated Cum Laude from Bowdoin College in 2013 as an English major and computer science minor. A native of Scarsdale, New York, Quinn enjoys attending theater and dance performances, traveling the world, reading, the beach, and apple crumb pie. Follow her on Twitter and Instagram @quinncohane.