The Wishlist: 15 Best Gifts for the Media Junkie

There’s no shortage of content (and ways to enjoy it) in the digital age, and it can be hard to know which gear is worth the hype. This time of year is also the perfect time to grab the latest tech and toys for your collection, and some treats for friends and family. So we’re here to help you out this holiday season with our guide to the best gifts for the media junkie.

Wyze Cam v3

Home security is made simple with the Wyze Cam, a smart indoor and outdoor security camera with IP65 weatherproofing to keep it safe. On top of that, you get 1080p color night vision and an AI-powered detection system.

Nomad Kevlar USB-A Cable

Nomad’s Apple accessories are top-of-the-line, and this Apple MFi-approved Kevlar charging cable comes with three charging options featuring USB-C, Lightning, and Micro-USB connections.

Aer SF Cable Kit 2 X-Pac

If you’re a fan of sleek tech minimalism, Aer’s gear is for you, especially this small pack made with a sailcloth exterior from Dimension-Polyant, boasting a variety of pockets and padded protection to keep your EDC gear safe.

Audio-Technica AT-SB727 Sound Burger

Audio-Technica’s record players and headphones are known to be some of the best you can get, and this turntable features Bluetooth connectivity for more listening options.

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds

When it comes to noise-cancelling earbuds, the latest Bose QuietComfort buds are incredibly effective and super comfortable. It’s equipped with spatial audio and up to 6 hours of listening time (with a case that holds three extra charges).

Insta360 GO 3

This action cam is IPX4 splashproof, waterproof to 16ft, and weighs just 35 grams. You can clip it onto nearly anything, too, providing 2.7K video and 360 horizon leveling.

Leica Sofort 2

Combining the best of analog and digital, Leica’s Sofort 2 is a hybrid instant camera with Bluetooth connectivity and the ability to transfer/print photos right from your smartphone.

Meta Quest 3

The latest and greatest VR headset from Meta boasts a variety of augmented and mixed reality games/features to keep you immersed. 

Sony HT-AX7

This Sony home speaker can be separated into three pieces to give you an immersive, 360-degree sound profile you can take anywhere.

Steam Deck OLED

Equipped with more battery life and a bigger screen, the Steam Deck OLED is one of the best handhelds on the market, going toe-to-toe with the Switch (and boasting more upgrades than Valve let on).

NEBULA Mars 3 Air GTV Projector

Have movie time anywhere with this projector from NEBULA, with 2.5 hours of video play time, a 1080P HDR display, and 400 ANSI Lumens of brightness.

Teenage Engineering OB-4

Teenage Engineering’s devices combine expert craftsmanship with sophisticated design, which you can see in this sleek Bluetooth speaker/(FM) radio, featuring 40 hours of battery life, and the ability to record/rewind live broadcasts.

Akai MPC One+

Few samplers have as much legendary history as the MPC (shoutout to J Dilla), and the One+ makes it easy for both beginners and masters, with a 7″ multi-touch display and 16 RGB pads.

Nothing Phone (2)

Nothing’s answer to the iPhone is the Nothing Phone (2), built with a Snapdragon 8+ Gen chip, a flexible 6.7” LTPO AMOLED display, and a 50 MP dual rear camera system.

DJI Mini 4 Pro

For under $800, you get DJI’s state-of-the-art drone tech in a slightly smaller package, capable of recording 4K/60fps, 20km FHD video transmission, and omnidirectional obstacle sensing.

Apple iPad Pro

For Apple’s latest iPad Pro, you can choose between a 12.9” or 11” Liquid Retina (or XDR Retina) display, and enjoy the power and speed of the new M2 chip.