Buying presents can be… stressful. It’s often hard to know what to buy for that film buff friend, or for the brother-in-law who’s really into cooking these days. Fortunately, The Upgrade is here to help—just think of this episode as our gift to you. Here, seven Lifehacker staffers each share three perfect gift ideas, from artful prints to wireless gadgets to Secret Santa hacks, to help you buy the perfect present.
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Gift ideas discussed in this episode
For the tech geek in all of us
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Nintendo Labo (you need the Switch first)
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Wireless charging pad (you need a wireless charging phone)
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Pack of braided charging cables
For the fitness-minded
For the film buff
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Movie-themed cookbooks like Cocktails of the Movies and Eat What You Watch
For the foodie who hates the term “foodie”
Prints for the art lover
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Lisa Hanawalt (check the print carefully for animal penises, if you’re not into that sort of thing)
For the entertainment aficionado
For the office Secret Santa exchange:
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Scratch-off lottery tickets and mini liquor bottles
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Candy or snacks from an international store
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Give a donation in their name
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