34 tech gifts that men will love to get

A sleeve to protect AirPods

Incase Metallic Case for AirPods, available at Amazon, $29.95 [Save an extra 10% with coupon]

This sheath protects an AirPods case from accidental scratches and drops while adding some color for individuality.

A Bluetooth keyboard that folds up

Plu gable Compact Bluetooth Folding Keyboard, available at Amazon, $44.95

This portable keyboard makes typing-on-the-go more comfortable, yet it folds up and doesn't take up much room in your bag.

A drone you can fly nearly anywhere

DJI Mavic Mini, available at Best Buy, $399.99

Thanks to its light weight and form factor, you can pilot this easy-to-fly drone for cool aerial shots. (While it's exempt from FAA rules for consumer drone flying, do follow local regulations.)

A bike bell that drivers can actually hear

Priority High Power Horn, available from Priority Bicycles, $29.99

Born out of a research project between Priority Bicycles and Toyota, this bike horn can get as loud as the one in a car. This is an excellent safety accessory for bike commuters.

A jacket that controls your phone

Levi's Trucker Jacket with Jacquard by Google, available from Levi's, $139.98, originally $198 [You save $58.02]

What if you could take a photo, skip songs, receive notifications, or call up a voice assistant, just by swiping or tapping on your clothing? Using Google's Jacquard technology and your smartphone, you can with this Levi's jacket.

A tough laptop sleeve

Thule Gauntlet 3.0, available at Amazon, $59.95

From the company whose cargo boxes you entrust your skis to, this MacBook Pro sleeve has a hardened exterior, and you can even use your laptop without taking it out.

A remake of a beloved retro game console that isn't Nintendo

Sega Genesis Mini, available at Target, $79.99

Back in the day, you were either Team Nintendo or Team Sega. For the latter, this miniaturized version of the old-school Genesis console comes preloaded with 40 of the best-known titles, like "Sonic the Hedgehog," "Golden Axe," and, uh, "Ecco the Dolphin" — don't judge!

A powerful handheld vacuum

Black & Decker Cordless Lithium Hand Vacuum, available at Amazon, $59

A vacuum might not seem like the coolest gift at first glance, but Black & Decker's affordable hand vacuum packs ton of convenience for quick cleaning jobs at home, or in the car.

An action camera that is the best one yet

GoPro Hero9 Black, available from GoPro, $399.99

Of all the cameras we've tried in 2020, the Hero9 Black is easily one of the best. Fun features and great image quality make it a pocket marvel. You can read our full GoPro Hero9 Black review here.

A digital camera that feels retro

Fujifilm X-Pro3, available at Adorama, $1,799.00

With this camera, you'd think you're shooting on film. The images it can produce are so beautiful, you'll fall in love with photography all over again.

A backpack for travel or commute

Outbreaker Daypack, available from Tortuga, $99

This backpack stays flat for storage, but it has room for a 15-inch laptop, water bottle, and other gear. It's made with waterproof fabric for durability — all from one of our favorite bag makers.

The best game machine for retro arcade fans

Neo Geo Mini International, $45.97, available at GameStop

If the gamer in your life was more of an arcade nut, then consider this console that doesn't even need a display. This contains 4o of the most popular Neo Geo arcade games ever, including the entire Metal Slug shooter series.

A construction vehicle LEGO anyone can operate

LEGO Technic Liebherr R 9800 Excavator, available from LEGO, $449.99

Most guys fantasize about operating construction machinery. This LEGO masterpiece lets them live out those dreams, after they manage to assemble together the 4,108 (!!!) pieces. Motorized parts and a smartphone app-based controller bring it to life.

A military-grade case with a removable portable battery

Pelican Protector Case with Easy Mount System Rechargeable Battery Pack, available at Amazon, $20

Designed to protect an iPhone 11, Pelican backs its Protector case for life. The battery attaches magnetically to the case when it's needed. We're still waiting on Pelican to release their iPhone 12 lineup of cases.

A projector that fits in your pocket

ViewSonic M1 Mini, available at Amazon, $149.99

Take your big screen on the road, whether it's for an office presentation or entertainment in your in-laws' guest room. Measuring around 4 x 4 inches, it fits into a coat pocket.

A smartwatch that will make you feel like a superhero

Garmin First Avenger, available at B&H, $349.99

You get plenty of smartwatch features from this timepiece, like fitness tracking, notifications, and mobile payment, but the best part is that Captain America shows up when you power on the device.

A powerful pen-sized flashlight

Coast HP3R, available at Amazon, from $56.31

This flashlight is the size of a pen, yet its 245-lumen LED can project a powerful beam of bright light — up to 101 feet. You can recharge it via USB or use a AAA battery when in a pinch.

A portable power station to keep your gear charged

Goal Zero Yeti 200X, available from Goal Zero, $299.95

Goal Zero calls this device its lightest power station. With a variety of power ports, you can charge small USB devices and even larger equipment, like laptops. Ideal for those venturing into the outdoors.

A tough portable speaker that can take a dip

Braven BRV-MINI, available from Zagg, $39.99

This small, portable Bluetooth speaker is not only waterproof, but it can also float on water. You can take calls using the built-in mic. We recommend you buy two: When paired, you can create a two-channel stereo setup for more pleasing audio.

A scale that measures more than just weight

Eufy Smart Scale C1, available at Amazon, $35.99

This smart scale is inexpensive, yet it can do the same things as costlier options. When paired with a phone, you can track your weight, body fat, bone mass, water intake, and more.

A good pair of noise-cancelling headphones that aren't pricey — you heard that right

Anker Soundcore Life Q20, available at Amazon, $59.99 [Save an extra $10 with coupon]

No, noise-cancelling headphones don't have to cost $300 or more. This pair from Anker's Soundcore division uses active noise cancellation tech to block out the world, so you can focus on the tunes. Memory foam earcups provide long-wearing comfort.

A sci-fi board game that will have you playing for hours

Scythe, available at Amazon, $59.99

Robot mechs, an alternate reality, and land-conquering tactics — all the makings for a turn-based strategy video game, except this one is a tabletop board game, and one of the best ever created.

A portable battery for jumping your car

Halo Bolt Wireless, available from Zagg, $109.99 (originally $199.99) [You save $90]

This is the ultimate portable battery. It has enough power to jump a car battery, but it can also recharge phones, laptops, or a small appliance.

A pair of headphones that don't mind your gross sweat

Powerbeats Pro, available at Best Buy, from $199.99, originally $249.99 [You save $50]

When you hit the gym or go for an outdoor run, bring these sweatproof and waterproof Bluetooth headphones along. A built-in mic lets you take calls, too.

A mouse that helps you work faster

Logitech MX Master 3, available from Logitech, $99.99

The MX Master 3 is a customizable mouse for anybody who needs to scroll through pages quickly or if they need precise control in applications like video editing.

An indoor camera to keep an eye on your abode

Samsung SmartThings Cam, available at Amazon, $67.49

Tired of roommates, a significant other, or kids taking your stuff and not fessing up to it? Monitor your things and catch the culprit with this camera.

A beautiful speaker in looks and sound

Bowers & Wilkins Formation Flex Wireless Speaker, available at Best Buy, $449.98

The Formation Flex is one of the best-sounding wireless speakers we've experienced — naturally since it's from the audio experts at B&W.

A tool to tackle fine hairs

Panasonic Men's Body Trimmer, available at Amazon, $49.99

Manscaping is made easier and comfortable with this body trimmer from Panasonic, one of the top makers of men's grooming products. It can also be used in the shower.

A tool for diagnosing your car's ills

FIXD Diagnostic Sensor, available at Amazon, $59.99

When the dreaded "check engine" light comes on, there's no easy way to determine what's actually wrong with your car — unless you use this diagnostic scanner. Once you have the answer, you'll know what to tell your mechanic (or know if he is lying to you).

A stadium to play robot soccer

Hexbug Robotic Soccer Arena, available at Target, $69.99

The rules of the game are the same, but the players are not. Score goals with remote-controlled robots.

A desk pad that rolls up

Grovemade Wool Felt Desk Pad, available from Grovemade, starting at $50

Elevate any table you're working on with this stylish wool felt desk pad. It provides a working surface for your keyboard and mouse and rolls up for storage.

A subscription to all-you-can-watch Star Wars and Marvel content

Disney Plus bundle, available from Disney, $12.99 per month (includes Hulu and ESPN)

Don't think of Disney Plus as just a subscription service for kids' cartoons. Instead, it's where you'll find great movies and shows from Marvel, "Star Wars," and "The Simpsons." This bundle also includes ESPN+ and Hulu to satisfy your sports and network TV watching needs.

A gorgeous coffee table book about low-tech design

Lo-TEK, available from Taschen, $50

In today's mind-numbing digital world, author Julia Watson takes a look at low-tech, sustainable architecture and how human ingenuity adapts to nature. As with all Taschen books, this one is filled with gorgeous photography.

A movie trivia game you don't have to be kind and rewind

Blockbuster Party Game, available at Target, $14.89

Blockbuster, the video rental shop, is gone, but the party game lives on. Test your trivia knowledge on 200 movies without worrying about late fees — hashtag nostalgia and dead media.