The best tech gifts & gadgets

Struggling to find the perfect gift for the tech lover in your life? We’re here to help! From smartwatches that are perfect for fitness fans, to tablets that let you do more, we’ll guide you through our top recommendations for the coolest tech gifts available from Samsung.

What's the best smartphone to gift someone?

When it comes to the ultimate tech gift, you’re sure to impress with an epic Samsung Galaxy smartphone. With cutting-edge specs, stunning design features and long-lasting batteries they make an incredible gift for that special someone in your life. Looking for the best smartphones? Here are our top recommendations:

1. Galaxy Z Fold5:
The epic all-in-one

The Galaxy Z Fold5 is a cutting-edge device that combines the power of a smartphone with the functionality of a tablet, offering an exceptional mobile experience. Imagine watching content and playing games on a stunning 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED display¹. With its foldable design, the lucky recipient can effortlessly switch between smartphone and tablet modes, providing flexibility like never before. Not only does it offer an immersive viewing experience, but it also boasts a powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor ² and offers ample amounts of storage, ensuring seamless multitasking and super-smooth performance. From browsing the web to editing documents the Galaxy Z Fold5 can handle it all. It's a gift like no other.

¹ Measured diagonally, Galaxy Z Fold5’s Main Screen size is 7.6” in the full rectangle and 7.4” accounting for the rounded corners; actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners.
² Snapdragon is a product of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. Snapdragon is a trademark or registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated.

2. Galaxy Z Flip5:
Perfect for trendsetters

The flagship Galaxy Z Flip5 is the ultimate gift for social creators - offering a revolutionary foldable design combined with cutting-edge technology. The Galaxy Z Flip5’s flexible display allows the lucky recipient to effortlessly switch between different camera angles - giving them the freedom to explore new perspectives. With advanced editing features it's never been easier to bring their vision to life. Whether they are a keen vlogger, photographer, or social media influencers, the Galaxy Z Flip5 will take their content creation to new heights.

3. Galaxy S23 Ultra:
The best camera system

The Galaxy S23 Ultra perfectly combines cutting-edge technology with stunning design features and is an incredible gift for the tech enthusiast in your life. With its state-of-the-art features, including a mind-blowing camera set-up that rivals professional DSLRs, a lightning-fast processor, and an immersive 6.8-inch³ QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X Infinity-O display, it's a gift that will elevate their tech portfolio like never before.

³ Galaxy S23 Ultra's screen size is 6.8 inches in the full rectangle; actual viewable area is smaller due to the rounded corners and camera hole.

4. Galaxy A54:
An awesome all-rounder

Looking for something a little less pricey? Check out the awesome Galaxy A54. With a 6.4-inch FHD+ display⁴, high-quality camera layout and energising colourways. The lucky recipient can capture memories in crystal-clear detail, while enjoying seamless multitasking and super-smooth 120Hz scrolling. With a vibrant screen and superior sound quality, the Galaxy A54 is an awesome gift.

Not sure which Samsung smartphone model is right for your giftee? Why not explore our How to choose the best smartphone for you guide for more helpful advice.

⁴ Measured diagonally, the screen size is 6.4"" in the full rectangle and 6.3"" accounting for the rounded corners. Actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and the camera hole.

Introducing The New Galaxy Z Fold 5 & Z Flip 5 | The Latest Foldable Phones | Samsung UK

What's the best tablet to gift someone?

When it comes to a gift that combines innovation, versatility, and style, a Galaxy Tab is an excellent choice. The latest Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series has three advanced tablets to choose from, so there’s sure to be one that’s just right for your recipient.

When it comes to the best? We recommend the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra. It’s the ultimate tablet that blends innovative features with sleek aesthetics. It boasts our largest Dynamic AMOLED 2X display at 14.6-inches and sets a new standard for premium tablets. Not only is it the largest but it also benefits from Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 performance, making it ultra-responsive and highly efficient to use. The Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra delivers an engrossing, photo-realistic gaming experience, with immersive audio from the quad AKG speaker system and Dolby Atmos surround sound. Plus, you can rest safe in the knowledge that this gift will stand the test of time, thanks to our strongest Armor Aluminium frame and IP68 rating ⁶, meaning it's water and dust-resistant. It’s the ultimate companion for work, play, creativity and everything in between.

Find out more about the latest Galaxy Tab S9 series in our How to choose the best Samsung tablet for you guide.

⁵ Measured diagonally, Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra's screen size is 14.6"" in the full rectangle and 14.5"" accounting for the rounded corners. Galaxy Tab S9+'s screen size is 12.4"" in the full rectangle and 12.4"" accounting for the rounded corners. Galaxy Tab S9's screen size is 11"" in the full rectangle and 10.9"" accounting for the rounded corners. Actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and the camera hole.
⁶ Galaxy Tab S9, Tab S9+, Tab S9 Ultra and the including S Pen are rated IPx4/68 under IEC standard 60529. Based on lab test conditions under water spray 180° from vertical, 10 L / min for 5 mins (IPx4) and submersion in up to 1.5 meters of freshwater for up to 30 minutes (IP68). Not advised for beach or pool use. Water and dust resistance of device is not permanent and may diminish over time because of normal wear and tear.

What's the best smartwatch to gift someone?

A Samsung Galaxy smartwatch is a thoughtful and practical gift, that’s perfect for a gadget enthusiast. With health and fitness tracking, seamless notifications and an array of customisable features, a smartwatch offers the ideal fusion of fashion and innovation. If you’re looking for a special tech gift for a fitness fanatic or avid runner, you can’t go wrong with a Samsung Galaxy smartwatch.

When it comes to the best? We recommend the Galaxy Watch6 Classic. This exceptional smartwatch effortlessly combines style and functionality, with a design inspired by the iconic diving watches. You’ll now find more screen and a thinner bezel ⁷ so there’s even more space to tap and swipe. It’s expertly crafted with super-tough Sapphire Crystal glass and the finishing has an IP68 rating so it will stand up to big outside adventures. Whether your giftee enjoys pounding the trails or working out in the gym, they can gain up-to-date real-time insights into their performance. The advanced fitness and wellness features provide improved analysis and deeper insights, including an exceptional built-in heart monitoring package⁸. Plus, the recipient can make calls, send texts and stream music directly from the watch providing them seamless connectivity with their other Samsung devices. There’s no doubt that the Galaxy Watch6 Classic is the perfect wrist-adorned present for the adventure seeker in your life.

For even more smartwatch inspiration, check out our Which is the best smartwatch for you? guide.

⁷ Compared the Galaxy Watch4 Classic
⁸ HR alerts are intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only. Not intended for use in detection, diagnosis, treatment, monitoring or management of any medical condition or disease. Any health-related information accessed through the device and application should not be treated as medical advice. Users should seek any medical advice from a physician

What are the best earbuds to gift someone?

Samsung Galaxy earbuds make a fantastic tech gift that doesn't need to blow the budget. With immersive sound quality, wireless convenience, and ergonomic design, they transform audio experiences and are the ideal gadget for music lovers. Galaxy Buds are optimised to work harmoniously with other devices including Galaxy Book laptops, Galaxy smartphones and Galaxy Tablets so the recipient can enjoy seamless connectivity on the go.

If you’re looking to treat your family or friends to the best earbuds we recommend the Galaxy Buds2 Pro. They are the ultimate wireless Hi-Fi in your ear and provide 24-bit Hi-Fi audio⁹ so every note sounds like the real thing. There’s Active Noise Cancelling (ANC), and the three high signal-to-noise ratio microphones enable the Galaxy Buds2 Pro to track and eliminate more outside sound. There’s intelligent 360 audio¹¹ and with Dolby Atmos, music moves around in a way that doesn’t happen with standard earbuds. Auto switch functionality means that the Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro intelligently detects mobile activity and shifts its connection between phone, tablet and smartwatch. There’s no doubt that Galaxy earbuds make a thoughtful tech gift for anyone who appreciates superior audio.

Check out the full range of Samsung Galaxy earbuds here.

⁹ 24-bit audio support may vary depending on the application.
¹⁰ Requires Voice Detect function to be turned on under settings on the Galaxy Wearable application.
¹¹ 360 Audio available only on Samsung Galaxy smartphones and tablets with Android One UI version 3.1 or later.

What is the best laptop to gift someone?

With robust performance, sleek designs, and cutting-edge features, Galaxy Book laptops make a fabulous present. You’ll find brilliantly bright displays, powerful processors and seamless connectivity across the Galaxy Book range. From multitasking champions to creative enthusiasts, Galaxy laptops cater to many different interests.

The latest Galaxy Book3 series boasts three incredible models; Galaxy Book3, Galaxy Book3 Pro, Galaxy Book3 Ultra. And when it comes to the ultimate laptop in the range, look no further than the Galaxy Book3 Pro 360. The Galaxy Book3 Pro 360 is engineered to do it all. The 360-degree rotating hinge means it can be used as a laptop, tablet, or anything in-between, making it an exceptionally versatile gift. There’s a super-fast 13th gen Intel® Core™ processor for fast and efficient operation, and plenty of RAM so switching between apps is lag free. It’s optimised to boost productivity and with the S Pen stylus included, the lucky recipient can easily take handwritten notes or sketch new ideas with accuracy. When it comes to relaxing at the end of the day the WQXGA+ AMOLED touchscreen is perfect for watching or gaming on. Plus, with AKG & Dolby Atmos speakers the sound has never sounded so good.

For more help finding the right laptop for your giftee check out our; Which laptop should I buy? buying guide.

So, what are the best tech gifts?

From the wonders of Galaxy smartphones, smartwatches, and earbuds, to the transformative power of Galaxy laptops and tablets, Samsung devices make a perfect gift choice for the tech-lover in your life. Whether your giftee finds themselves embracing the future with a foldable device or revelling in the joy of wireless freedom there’s a Samsung gem for everyone.