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The best tech gifts for gadget lovers this Christmas

Christmas is nearly here, and it’s the perfect time to gift a new gadget for your loved ones.

Whether you’re looking for something musical, technical, for big kids, or fitness fanatics, there’s something here for everyone.

Here’s our pick of the best hi-tech gifts that are guaranteed to be well-received.

Apple Watch Series 3

The latest version of Apple’s slick health-focused wearable can be used independently of the iPhone (if you buy the cellular version) so you can make calls and texts, and plays 40 million songs from Apple Music. Perfect for fitness fans and gadget-lovers.

From £329, Apple, Buy it now

Sonos One

Sonos, the top-tier multi-room speaker system, has got a welcome upgrade with its latest product. Sonos One combines that renowned audio quality with Amazon’s Alexa assistant, meaning you can request Wham! all day long from Spotify.

£199, Sonos, Buy it now

Kindle Oasis

We all know how good Amazon’s Kindle range is by now – and if you want to go that extra mile this Christmas, the swanky Oasis version is premium (with a price to match). It’s beautifully designed and reads like a dream – and it’s got the ability to play Audible audiobooks to.

£229.99, Amazon, Buy it now

Samsung 55" 4K HDR TV

If your TV is due an upgrade, you could chalk the cash splurge up as a Christmas present – get a 4K and HDR set to make sure you’re future-proofed, and you can stream a specially enhanced version of Blue Planet II on iPlayer over the festive period. This Samsung unit boasts amazing picture quality on an epic 55" display.

£579, Currys, Buy it now

Beats Studio3 Wireless

The latest version of Beats’ flagship ear-gear is their best headset yet. The Studio3 wireless has top-notch Pure Active Noise Cancellation to create your own private sound bubble, and it’s got a more balanced sound than other Beats cans. Best of all, they last 3 hours from a five minute charge if you forget to keep them juiced up.

£299.95, Apple, Buy it now

Amazon All-New Fire TV

If you’re not streaming Netflix through your TV yet, you’re not living. Amazon’s Fire TV box will fix that, and the latest version can handle ultra high definition 4K video. Bonus: the microphone-enabled remote means you can ask for shows and films, and they’ll pop right up.

£69.99, Amazon, Buy it now

Q Acoustics M2

TV dramas aren’t getting mumblier – but in-built TV speakers are getting worse as they get thinner and thinner. Catch every bit of dialogue from those big-budget Christmas specials with this soundbase which sits under your TV and pumps out high quality audio.

£290, Amazon, Buy it now

Nintendo Switch

For kids of all ages – including 30 and above. Nintendo’s latest console is an absolute wonder, with a stack of incredible games already. It’s a 2-in-1 that plays on your TV, but can also be taken out and about with a portable tablet screen. Pick it up with Zelda or Super Mario Odyssey for maximum festive brownie points.

£279.99, Game, Buy it now

All-New Amazon Echo

Amazon’s smart speaker was relaunched earlier this year, and the new version is better than the last in every way: smaller, better-looking, and loads cheaper. If you haven’t got on board with Echo yet, it starts off as a novelty and quickly becomes a gadget you use on a daily basis.

£79.99, Amazon, Buy it now

JBL Flip 4

Get impressive sound from this Bluetooth speaker that’s fully waterproof and holds its charge for 12 hours of playback. You can also hook it up with other Flip 4 speakers thanks to Connect+.

£89.99, Currys, Buy it now

Snapchat Spectacles

For the social media addict in your life, get these specs that can upload video straight to Snapchat. You might be waiting a long time for a sunny day, but you’ll get some great videos of Christmas day.

£129.99, Spectacles, Buy it now

Philips Hue Starter Kit

Get a headstart on your smart home – Philips’ Hue bulbs can be controlled by Amazon Echo, Google Home and Apple HomeKit, letting you switch your lights on and off with voice commands. This starter kit comes with the Hue Bridge and two white bulbs.

£49.99, Currys, Buy it now