Christmas gifts for a friend

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.

Suits a home musician, podcaster or careful listener who prefers wired sound.

A good-looking speaker for a music fan who cares how it looks on the shelf.

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

The simplest good e-reader for someone who reads mostly novels.

A compact reader for a student or commuter who wants something better than a phone for long reads.

Suits someone who forgets to charge things and wants headphones that last weeks.

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

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

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

An easy winter gift for someone who likes the brand but does not need another jacket.

A simple stocking gift for a partner who spends winter outside.

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.

Handy for travel days, short hikes or walking around a city with a phone, keys and wallet.

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

A practical winter pick for a runner or skier.

A low-risk December gift for a tea drinker who likes trying new blends.

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

Good for a teen or student who shoots everything on a phone but likes something to pin on a wall.

A popular, useful gift for a teen or student who carries a drink everywhere.

A practical top-up for anyone who already shoots a 35mm film camera.

Suits a traveller who wants to mark places they have been with photos or tickets.