Gifts from American brands

A cheap, useful gift for the friend who is always hunting for their keys.

A safe last-minute choice for an iPhone user whose wish list you do not know.

A solid first real running watch for someone who has been running with just a phone.

A sensible first pair of headphones for tablet time or car trips.

Good for a data-minded athlete who already uses Garmin and wants better recovery numbers.

For someone who would rather open a phone, controller or laptop and replace a battery than bin it; the bits cover most consumer electronics.

A big-ticket gift for a commuter or frequent flyer who values quiet.

An unusual gadget for the dad who still plays rec hockey or golf and already owns the usual recovery gear.

Good for a friend who wants music at the cottage, beach or backyard.

Works for a parent with a sore back or shoulders who would never buy a massage gun for themselves.

A durable, inexpensive way for a drip-coffee dad to make a noticeably better single cup.

Suits a hiker or traveller who carries a camera but keeps leaving it in the bag.

A strong upgrade for a student or sketcher who already owns a recent iPad.

Suits an Apple household that wants better sound in a kitchen, office or bedroom.

A gentler, easy-to-operate option for an older parent dealing with stiff muscles.

A safety upgrade for a road cyclist who rides on busy roads.

Suits a dad who brings coffee to the game, the job site or the fishing trip and likes gear that lasts decades.

Peace of mind for someone who goes to the backcountry, remote lakes or cottage roads without coverage.

A lasting upgrade for a photographer still using the strap that came in the box.

A neat pick for someone who shoots travel photos, time-lapses or video calls on their phone.

Good for a couple who spend evenings on the couch and can never pick a movie.

Good for a newly retired parent who travels by RV or heads to the cottage and wants decent coffee on the road.

A dependable pick for ice fishing, job sites or early ski mornings.

A practical pick for a parent who packs a hot lunch for work, the cottage or a day at the game.