2025 Groove Management Techie Gift Guide
In a year dominated by AI, I have not included any AI models or products on the list. Yes some of the products might be AI enabled, but this tech is practical and not AI focused. This is an eclectic list of products ranging in price from $9.99 to $4,899. There is an item for all budgets and all ages. Many of these items are practical and some are just indulgences. I either own or have experience with almost every product on the list. There are a few that still remain on my own wish list. Curating this list every year is a fun hobby of mine. I love that so many people ask me about the annual list. Happy holidays and please reach out if you have any questions.
If you are interested in more items check out our previous lists: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020
Disclaimer: Prices are subject to change. These were the advertised prices at the time the list was created.
iContact Camera Pro- $189.00
Good eye contact makes conversations much more engaging, but how do you accomplish this when on a video call? iContact has solved this issue with their elegant yet practical solution. The iContact Camera Pro is an advanced webcam that works with Zoom, Teams, Google Meet or any other video conferencing app. The USB-C Camera plugs into your laptop, desktop or docking station and the camera sits on top of your monitor. When you have a call simply flit the camera down and it positions itself in the center of your screen. The 4K camera provides amazing video quality and noise reducing microphones captures every word. Wiht the camera centered on your screen your audience will notice you making better eye contact. As an executive coach, this improves my active listening and shows my clients my level of engagement in our calls. The iContact Camera Pro was recognized with the prestigious 2025 Red Dot Award. Buy Now
2-in-1 Digital Laser Tape Measure- $36.99
Do you really measure up? This 2-in-1 laser and tape measure includes a digital display and offers precise laser measuring up to 197ft as well as 16ft using the built in traditional tape measure. This digital laser tape measure offers multiple measurement units, including ft/ft+in/in/m and utilize the six measurement modes: distance, continuous, area, volume, Pythagorean-two points and Pythagorean-three points. Essential for architects, woodworkers, and DIY tile fitting. Featuring an 850mAh USB-C rechargeable battery the unit can handle up to 5,000 laser measurements per charge and has an auto shutoff function. This versatile, easy-to-use 2-in-1 laser rangefinder tape measure makes an ideal gift . Its sleek design, advanced measurement features (like multi-mode support and auto-lock), and portable build make it a great holiday gift item. Buy Now
Handheld USB Cordless Vacuum- $39.93
This thing sucks! Literally. Forget your moms dustbuster this portable vacuum is super powerful, contains multiple nozzles and a washable filter. This handheld vacuum cleaner delivers 15000PA powerful suction with advanced cyclonic technology, which effectively takes dust and debris away. While equipped with a 72000RPM high-speed motor, it provides thorough deep cleaning on cars, carpets, floors, and tight spaces. The cyclonic action ensures consistently strong suction power and keeps the filter clean for longer—making it perfect for home, car, and stubborn pet hair cleaning. Featuring a high-capacity 7800mAh battery, offering up to 30 minutes of continuous runtime to effortlessly tackle multiple cleaning tasks. With only 3.5 hours required for a full charge and a convenient Type-C charging port, it supports flexible charging at home, in the car, or on the go. Buy Now
Groove Cards Question Game- $40
Groove Cards are the perfect way to engage with teams ranging in size from 4-200. Each deck of Groove Cards includes 48 question cards across four categories. Categories include Self-Awareness, Teamwork, Connection and Vulnerability. The backside of each card has a yoga pose. There are 12 unique poses that are repeated across the four categories. Strike the pose on your card and find another participant with the same pose. Then read your question card and ask them to answer.
There are several variations on game play. The Groove Cards are a great icebreaker activity, a new team assimilation activity, a virtual meeting connection game or a tool for breaking people into teams. Buy Now
Autobrush Sonic Pro Electric Toothbrush- $89.00
Want to improve your pearly whites? The autobrush u-shaped toothbrush is clinically proven to remove plaque up to 5.1x better than a traditional manual toothbrush and up to 13x better than an electric toothbrush. The autobrush Sonic Pro U-shaped electric toothbrush proudly carries the American Dental Association's prestigious seal, certifying its quality and performance in promoting optimal dental health. Sonic Pro brushes come equipped with 3 timer settings (30s, 60s and 90s) and 3 cleaning modes (Deep clean, Massage and Care). Choose the best combination to customize the experience based on your oral-care needs. Use the Blue light for effective teeth whitening and Red light for healthier gums. Buy Now
Digital Portable Hanging Baggage Scale- $9.99
Overweight? Not you, your luggage. Nothing is more frustrating than checking in at the airport to be told your bag is overweight and you must pay a fee or move things around. The Inspira portable digital hanging baggage scale will keep you out of trouble. Weigh your luggage or your family members prior to leaving home. Max weight is 110lbs, so maybe limit it to bags and children. This simple to use hanging scale includes a backlit LED display and can switch between lbs and kg with the push of a button. It is powered by a CR2032 batter that lasts for years. This is a great gift for the traveler in your life. Buy Now
Xgimi MoGo 4 2025 Portable Projector- $499.00
Xgimi has upgraded their award winning MoGo series projector for 2025 with a built in battery allowing for 2.5 hours of unplugged playtime. This is a great projector for a dorm room, for travel or for outdoor movie night. This projector comes with me for business trips as it can be used for leading meetings without having to pay exorbitant hotel projector rental fees. Featuring built in Google TV with Netflix licensing, 1080P high def picture and 12W Harmon Kardon speakers this unit is impressive. It is the size of a bluetooth speaker, has HDMI input, two remotes and a slim power brick. For college students this is the ultimate door room flex. Buy Now
Xgimi Vibe One Mini 1080P Smart Projector- $269.00
Looking for an affordable portable projector that punches above its weight? The Xgimi Vibe is the projector for you. : With up to 1.2 hours of video playtime and 4 hours of music playtime on a single charge, Vibe One (Battery Powered) goes wherever you do. Seamlessly hop from room to room, or take it outdoors without worrying about a power supply. Featuring 1080P video quality at up to 125” screen size, this projector really performs. It has two JBL speakers and offers Dolby Audio so not only will the images look great but the sound is impressive as well. Ideal for a dorm room or on the go fun. With the 160° adjustability this projector is perfect for watching on the ceiling. Such a cool overall design and at a price that is very affordable. Buy Now
Electric USB-C Candle Lighters 2 Pack- $9.99
Come on baby light my fire! A new door to lighting fires.(Did you get that pun about the song by the Doors?) Leveraging plasma technology these windproof rechargeable lighters are super handy. Using a USB-C charge port they work great for lighting candles, grills and camp fires. Available in multiple colors, this is a great stocking stuffer. Buy Now
Aura Carver HD WiFi Digital Picture Frame- $149.00
While a digital photo frame may sound old school, the Aura frame is different. With no subscription fee, friends and family can send photos directly to the Aura frame. This is a great way to share photos with parents, grandparents or others with very little interface on their end. Once the frame is on a local wifi network, those with access can upload photos via the free Aura app. The frame plays a continuous slide show. Millions of customers are delighted by Aura as a private and secure way to share and display photos. Recommended by The New York Times/Wirecutter, Wired, and Oprah’s Favorite Things. Buy Now
Endoscope Camera with Light for iPhone/ Android- $24.69
I ask probing questions for a living. This endoscope allows you to see in hard to reach places. Experience the world in stunning detail with our 2.0MP Sewer Camera. It captures crystal-clear close-range HD videos and images at an impressive 1920x1440 resolution. Discover every hidden detail with this advanced endoscope. Plus, its 16.5 FT (5M) semi-rigid cable and 360-degree rotation make it easy to explore any angle effortlessly. The IP67 waterproof design ensures that this borescope can operate underwater up to 3.28 feet for 1 hour, making it ideal for plumbing and underwater inspections. This borescope inspection camera can be easily and quickly connected to IOS 9.0+/C devices through an interface. Search for 'USEEPLUS' in the app store or scan the QR code to download the application. With simple operations, you can view real-time images on the screen. Buy Now
Baratza Virtuoso+ Coffee Grinder- $249.95
Life’s a grind, but a good coffee grind can make life better. Coffee professionals profess that a good coffee grinder is more important to a good cup of coffee than the coffee maker. The Baratza Virtuoso+ coffee grinder offers a great grind and the versatility to grind everything from espresso, to French Press, to a great pot of drip coffee. SPECIALTY COFFEE ASSOCIATION AWARD WINNING GRINDERS - Baratza grinders are preferred by coffee professionals and backed by Baratza’s world class support. Featuring a digital timer and backlit grounds bin, this is an upgrade to the Baratza Encore ESP that was featured last year. Features 40 grind setting to ensure the proper grind for any coffee style. Buy Now
Waydoo Subnado Underwater Scooter- $469.00
Jet power for underwater fun, sign me up. The Waydoo Subnado underwater scooter is about the size of a small soda bottle. It delivers up to 14.33lbs of thrust thanks to its proprietary, highly efficient propulsion system. Dive deeper with the Subnado sea scooter, encased in a robust and anodized aluminum-alloy housing, it can go as deep as 197ft, enough to meet the needs of most recreational divers. Don't know how to scuba dive? Let Subnado boost your underwater fun from snorkeling to your paddle board, and even in the pool. Kids can join in on the fun with how easy the Subnado is to operate. A detachable finger safeguard is fitted to reduce the risks of accidental propeller injury. Using Subnado's advanced 100W fast-charging technology, it only takes 1.2 hours to fully charge its battery, which allows you to cruise through the water for up to 56 minutes. Charge any electronic device anywhere, anytime with Subnado’s 100W reverse charging. This is a really cool gadget for scuba diving, snorkeling or boosting your paddleboard. Buy Now
Waydoo EVO Lite Efoil- $4,899.00
The Waydoo EVO is the most fun I have had on the water. Efoiling is one fo the fastest growing watersport. With boards starting at $12,000 it was previously inaccessible to most. Waydoo has changed the game with their high quality efoils at affordable prices. The Waydoo Evo lite is a great entry level board. Waydoo also sells a Waydoo Evo Pro Plus version for $6,499.00 with increased performance and range. The EVO Pro Plus is the first efoil in the world to feature balance assist sensor that help new riders to avoid breeching. I have had new riders up and riding in under 30 minutes. Read a full review here. If you are interested in purchasing a Waydoo EVO, use this link to receive $100 off. Buy Now
Insta360 X5 360 8K Action Camera- $549.99
Do you have personal videographer? It sure looks that way. The Insta360 X5 action camera uses AI to make the selfie-stick disappear. The result is 8K quality video that you can self film that looks like someone else is following you with a camera or a drone. Insta360 has buried GoPro as the elite action camera company. The new X5 camera has amazing 8K resolution, is waterproof to 10meters without a case and shoots crystal clear video and photos. One big upgrade from the previous version is the replaceable lenses. This camera is more durable and shoots higher quality video. The Insta360 app enables amazing edits for social media like TikTok and Instagram. This is the top of the line 360 camera that will take your videography game to a whole different level. Buy Now
Café Specialty Grind and Brew Coffee Maker- $278.96
Awesome coffee automatically! Grind and brew with the touch of a button or via a wifi/app enabled scheduling function. The Cafe Specialty Grind and Brew Coffee maker does a great job of brewing tasty coffee. This coffee grinder and brewer has a single cup option which grinds the beans and then brews a perfect single serving. The built in burr grinder has 6 adjustable grind settings. Experience a barista-quality cup of coffee right from your own counter with this stylish, SCA Certified coffee maker that has been rigorously tested to ensure your coffee is consistently delicious. This machine is wifi enabled allowing you to set brews remotely, schedule daily brews. I have been using this coffee maker for the past year and one of my favorite features is the insulated carafe. It keeps the coffee very hot for hours and allows me to bring the carafe to my desk so I can refill without having to return to the kitchen, Beyond that it is a very nice looking piece of art on the counter. Buy Now
Dynamic Barcelona 2 Person Infrared Sauna- $1,899.99
Some like it hot! I purchased this exact sauna last year and it has been awesome. the health benefits are undisputable. I use it 4-5 times a week and it has really helped with my overall health. It came flat packed on a pallet. It took 2 people about 2 hours to assemble and it does not take up much space. The unit plugs into a standard 110v outlet. It includes infrared lights that have health benefits, 2 bluetooth speakers, an aux input for wired music, a remote control and temp control panels on the outside and inside. The unit heats up to 151f degrees which I find plenty hot. The infrared penetrates and provides great heat to your muscles. Two people is a tight fit, the unit is really better for one person and I find my sauna time to be some of the best alone time to listen to zen music and get lost in my thoughts. I highly recommend this specific unit. Buy Now
Vivo X300 Pro or X200 Ultra Photography Phones- $899.00
Forget about the iPhone, Vivo makes the best camera phones in the world. The X200 Ultra still ranks as the best overall camera phone in the world. The new X300 Pro is a global phone that has an amazing camera as well. The specs on the phone are outstanding and it is compatible with T-Mobile, AT&T and other providers in the USA. Featuring Android 16 these phones offer incredible speed, the latest bluetooth, wifi and 5G standards and huge memory. YouTubers and other tech reviewers rave about Vivo. I am on my third Vivo as I upgrade annually to the latest and greatest. There is really no comparison between the photo quality of the Vivo and the latest iPhone 17 Pro Max. The Vivo dominates. Buy Now
OtO Lawn Smart Sprinkler- $499.00
Smart water just makes more sense. OtO automatically waters your lawn and plants exactly where they need it — saving you time, money, and effort. Rachio is a great solution for inground sprinkler systems and the OtO is perfect for garden hose watering needs. Unlimited customizable spray zones cover lawns, shrubs, gardens, pots, and trees — no more overwatering sidewalks or missing dry spots. Runs on the sun, solar powered — no batteries, no wires, no outlet. Just place OtO, connect to Wi-Fi and a hose, and it runs itself. While I don’t have one of these units a friend swears by his. CONTROL FROM ANYWHERE - Use the free OtO app to adjust schedules, water while you travel, or manage multiple units across your property Buy Now
Rachio 3: 4 Zone Smart Wifi Sprinkler Controller- $190.44
Dancing in the rain is fun, but watering your lawn in the rain is just stupid. A Rachio wifi smart sprinkler controller has been on the Groove Management Techie Gift list every year since we started this list. Seeing sprinklers running in the rain is a pet peeve of ours. There is no point to watering when it is raining. Each year Rachio sprinkler controllers get better, smarter and more affordable. Automatically save money and water. See savings in your monthly watering bill with the Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller. For even greater recurring water savings, check out the Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller! Cut back on unnecessary watering – without compromising your lawn’s health. Rachio 3’s standard Weather Intelligence automatically skips unnecessary watering with features like Rain Skip, Wind Skip, Freeze Skip, Saturation Skip, and Seasonal Shift. Select the best-selling Rachio 3 for premium Weather Intelligence Plus features and upgraded weather forecasting. Control your sprinklers from anywhere with Rachio’s free, easy-to-use app. Run, pause, and stop your sprinklers directly from your smartphone or mobile device. Get watering in no time. Install the Rachio 3 in 30 minutes or less with no special tools needed. Deliver the water your plants need – automatically. Rachio creates smart schedules based on the needs of your lawn, including plant type, soil type, sun exposure, and more. Buy Now
10.26” Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto Screen- $89.99
The quickest way to modernize your ride. I have installed this screen in three different vehicles because it is awesome. Add a modern touchscreen interface to any vehicle. This unit includes a 1080P dashcam that records all activity onto the included SD card. This is a great safety feature for any vehicle. There is an included 1080P backup camera that can be wired to the vehicles backup lights, so when the car is placed in reverse the backup camera turns on. (This requires a bit more work to install). The wireless Carplay and Android Auto screen uses bluetooth 5.0 to connect to your iPhone or Android phone Get onscreen maps and directions, stream your favorite music app and make handfree calls. The unit integrates with any car stereo either via bluetooth or by radio frequency if your vehicle is from an era before bluetooth. I highly recommend this unit or another one like it as there are several on the market that offer similar functionality. This one has a larger screen and slim dash mount or suction cup windshield mount. Buy Now
Fida LED No Pull Dog Leash- $34.99
Night walks with your dog will never be the same with the Fida LED lighted retractable dog leash. The bright LED illuminates up to 20 ft. Color-changing ambient side lights provide 360° visibility. USB rechargeable battery delivers 8 hours of light. Reflective webbing with smooth 16ft retraction. Two sizes available for medium and large dogs. In addition to the LED leash Fida also makes an Autobrake leash that helps teach dogs not to pull. Buy Now
FIFISH V-EVO Underwater Drone with Robotic Arm- $1,699
For years I have been grappling with how to salvage sunglasses, phone and other things lost overboard into the lake. Enter the FiFish V-EVO underwater drone with a robotic arm. Featuring a 4k 60FPS camera, lights and six motors, this underwater drone can navigate the sea, rivers and lakes. The robotic arm enables the drone to recover items discovered in HD via the camera. Functional to 100m depth and with a run time of 1 hour or hover time of up to 4 hours, this submarine drone goes further and longer. Includes the remote controller with phone mount, the cable for connectivity underwater and the robotic arm. This is the ultimate deep sea explorer gadget. I have watched several YouTube videos showing how industrious users have taken these drones to marinas and paid for the drone in one day by recovering jewelry, phones, cameras, sunglasses and other high value items. While I don’t have one yet, I have played with one at CES. Buy Now
Mechanix Wear Leather Work Gloves- $39.99
A handy gift. Everyone could benefit from a great pair of work gloves. This is not an item that most think about running out to purchase making them the ideal gift. A good pair of work gloves can save your hands wear and tear and make yardwork, auto repair, moving things and any other physical task less taxing on the hands. The pigskin leather impact resistant gloves have anti-slip durahide palms. They are available in size small-XX-large. A practical holiday gift that will last years and guaranteed to come in handy. Buy Now
Smart Lights Wall Lamps 2 Pack- $42.99
A bright idea. Two magnetic mounting rechargeable 3 color temperature 360° Rotation Cordless Wall Sconces. These lights are available in several different colors. They can be controlled by the buttons on the lights themselves or via the included remote. They can be programmed to automatically shutdown after (30/60/120 Minutes). The 3000mAh battery lasts for 45 hours or over a month if used for an hour a day. Easily rechargeable via USB-C and with the magnetic mount, just take the lights off the wall to recharge periodically. A great way to add unwired ambiance to any room. Buy Now
Nimbot D110 Mini Label Printer- $17.99
Get organized, or at least appear more organized by labeling everything. The Nimbot D110 mini bluetooth label printer is a great gift idea. Mini Bluetooth wireless thermal label printer, compatible with IOS & Android Phones, connects your mobile phone easily, you can download the "NIIMBOT" APP from Google Play or App Store. The app provides multiple creative functions and templates, such as fonts, texts, symbols, icons, borders, logos, and more, to easily create various design label stickers from the App to make the label you need. The printer is rechargeable via USB-C and comes with a roll of labels. More labels can be purchased here. The Nimbot is great for organizing a spice rack, labeling folders, labeling light switches, labeling just about anything other than people. Buy Now
361 Degree Flame 4 Mix Carbon Plated Running Shoes- $149.00
Running shoes as technology? Of course, these are not your typical Nike shoes, the 361 Degree Flame 4 Mix is a super high tech running shoe. The brand 361 Degree’s slogan is “One degree beyond” and these running shoes are beyond any I have run in from western brands. 361 Degrees is very popular throughout Asia and is making its way to the USA with sponsorships of Nikola Jokic, Aaron Gordon and other NBA stars. I am a fan of their running shoes although they also make some impressive basketball sneakers. Carbon plated running shoes provide high energy return with each step. The QuikBone foam enhances scrolling and stable rebound. The shoes offer comfort, stability, support and durability. I have put over 200 miles on one pair and the soles don’t even show any signs of wear. A pair of Hoka’s wears out after less than 100 miles. These are an awesome pair of running technology. Buy Now
Automatic Card Shuffler and Dealer- $139.99
How about a game of Poker, UNO or Texas Hold’em? No dealer needed. The KPAW MAX 6 2-in-1 Automatic Card Shuffler & Dealer innovatively combines card shuffling and dealing in one machine. With just one single press, the machine automatically shuffles and then deals as you set. It gets rid of the hassle of manual shuffling, ensuring smooth and error-free gameplay for poker, UNO, Phase 10, Skip-Bo, Five Crowns, Crazy Eights, etc. Accommodating up to 12 players makes it ideal for larger gatherings like family game nights or friend meetups. Custom settings allow you to adjust the number of cards and players, supporting a wide variety of poker games like Blackjack, Texas Hold'em, Rummy, and Bridge with a fair and engaging experience. The unit includes four drawing remotes that allow players to draw cards remotely by simply pressing their button. The unit has a long-lasting battery and is rechargeable. This is a great party trick and perfect for those weekly poker meetups or any card game lovers. Buy Now
AromaTech New AroMini BT Plus Scent Diffuser- $221.25
That stinks so good. It smells like a Westin hotel. Enjoy an Elevated Scent Experience: The waterless AroMini BT is the easiest, cleanest way to scent your home, delivering longer-lasting, evenly distributed fragrance — with no residue; this innovative cold-air diffuser disperses scents using filtered air rather than water or heat, resulting in a cleaner, more consistent scent experience (note the diffusers use interval scenting, dispersing scent for a period of time and then going into rest mode) Whisper-Quiet & Energy Efficient with Bluetooth Connection: Using our Scenting app, you can easily adjust scent intensity and create schedules for your bedroom, hotel lobby, boutique shop, and more; you can even use the aromatherapy diffuser to enhance the atmosphere at events such as weddings, conferences and live performances. Buy Now
Garmin Fenix 8 Pro 47MM AMOLED Sapphire Multisport GPS Smartwatch- $1,199.99
Each year Garmin improves their watch game. The Garmin Fenix 8 Pro is the ultimate multisport smartwatch of 2025. This is the most powerful Garmin available. Amazing tech packed into a super durable yet attractive watch. This is the first Garmin to feature built-in inReach technology for two-way satellite and LTE connectivity (active subscription required; coverage limitations may apply; some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices). The LTE network connectivity lets you leave your phone behind; use your watch to exchange messages and make voice calls — plus let friends follow along with LiveTrack location sharing (30-second update rate) and location check-ins with the on-device Garmin Messenger app (active subscription required; coverage limitations may apply) Downloadable apps and widgets make the watch infinitely customizable. It also has up to 15 days of battery life in smartwatch mode, a 40-meter dive rating, music storage and more. The sapphire glass is un-scratchable. Compatible with iPhones and Android. The Garmin Connect App is a very powerful tracking tool. Buy Now
Bowers and Wilkins PX8 S2 Over-Ear Wireless Headphones - $799.00
Luxury for your ears, The new Bowers and Wilkins PX8 S2 are an upgrade to the original PX8s that I currently own. Experience our finest sound in the sleekest, most comfortable, and feature-rich design yet with the Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 headphones, featuring 40mm drivers & 24-bit DSP to deliver sound true to the artist’s vision. Enjoy uninterrupted listening with up to 30 hours of battery life on a single charge. Plus, a quick charge of 15 mins delivers 7 hours of playback, always ready for commute, office, travel, or on-the-go lifestyles. The new version has slimmer earcups and a more refined sound. These are amazing for long flights when you really want to tune out the world and listen to high quality audio. Buy Now
The Jackery HomePower 3000 Portable Power with Solar- $1,499.00
Never be left in the dark again. The Jackery HomePower 3000 has a robust 3600W output enough power to easily power a fridge, fan, wifi router, lights and other essentials during a power outage. The unit has several ports including AC, USB-C, USB-A, and DC ports. Its dual 100W PD ports provide fast charging for phones, tablets, and drones, and the built-in TT-30 RV port offers convenient plug-and-play power for your RV - making it the ideal companion for both home use and outdoors. Never run out of power with the HomePower 3000, which fully recharges in 1.7 hours via hybrid AC and DC, or 2.2 hours via AC. When paired with 2*SolarSaga 200W panels, this solar generator charges up to 80% in 9 hours. It also supports charging via a 12V car charger and gas generator for flexible energy replenishment on the go. This unit qualifies for a 30% Tax Credit as part of the residential clear energy credit via local utility providers. The Federal Tax credit may be ending December 31, 2025 so make this purchase now. Buy Now
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