Gear, Tech

Tech Gifts He’ll Actually Use (and Not Just Smile At)

Because no man has ever said, “Wow, another tie!” with actual enthusiasm.

Let’s talk about gifting for men. Specifically tech gifts. Even more specifically—the kind of tech gifts that won’t end up collecting dust next to that massage gun he swore he’d use (twice). Whether you’re shopping for your dad, your husband, your brother, or just a guy who’s impossible to shop for, this guide is for you.

Father’s Day is around the corner, and you could do what you always do: buy him socks with a cute phrase like “#1 Dad” or a mug he’ll pretend to love before quietly shoving it behind the cereal boxes.

Or… you could buy him something he’ll actually use.

Here are tech gifts that strike the rare combo of useful, stylish, and “oh nice, I needed that.”

1. A Bluetooth Tracker (Because He Loses Everything But His Appetite)

Try: Tile Pro or Apple AirTag
Perfect for the guy who misplaces his keys, wallet, or sanity on the regular. Slap one of these on his stuff and save him from turning the house upside-down (again).

2. A Wireless Charging Stand That Looks as Good as It Works

Try: Anker 3-in-1 Cube or Nomad Base Station
No more messy cords on the nightstand. These sleek chargers handle his phone, earbuds, and watch—so his desk can stop looking like a RadioShack crime scene.

3. A Smart Mug (Yes, That’s a Thing)

Try: Ember Temperature Control Mug
It keeps coffee warm for hours. No more microwave reheats. No more sad lukewarm sips. Just hot coffee, the way nature intended.

4. Noise-Canceling Headphones (For Ignoring Everyone Equally)

Try: Sony WH-1000XM5 or Bose QC Ultra
Whether he’s working, traveling, or pretending not to hear you ask him to take out the trash, these are the gold standard in sonic solitude.

5. A Dash Cam—Because He’s Definitely a Better Driver Than Everyone Else

Try: Garmin Dash Cam Mini 2
A tiny, high-quality cam that records all his “See? That guy was an idiot” moments. Bonus: might lower insurance premiums. Also bonus: it won’t argue back.

6. A Smart Garage Door Opener That Feels Like Magic

Try: myQ Smart Garage Control
Let him open the garage from his phone like a wizard. No more sprinting back to check if he closed it. Also: no more “Did you close the garage?” arguments.

7. A Digital Picture Frame That’s Actually Cool

Try: Aura Carver
Forget the clunky digital frames from 2012. This one looks like decor and updates remotely. Load it with pics of grandkids or that one fishing trip he won’t shut up about.

8. A Rugged Portable Power Bank (a.k.a. Dad’s New Favorite Toy)

Try: Anker PowerCore or Goal Zero Venture
Whether he’s camping, tailgating, or just “fixing something in the garage” (for 3 hours), this thing keeps his gear juiced up and ready for action.