The Verge’s 2026 Valentine’s Day gift guide (for him)
The Verge's 2026 Valentine's Day gift guide (for him) Valentine’s Day is often thought of as the quintessential Hallmark holiday – and why wouldn’t it be? Most of the time, it’s marketed to us with massive floral arrangements and heart-shaped chocolates, both of which can come off as borderline twee. But no one says you […]
The Verge’s 2026 Valentine’s Day gift guide (for her)
The Verge's 2026 Valentine's Day gift guide (for her) Valentine’s Day often comes with more pressure than it needs to. At heart, though, February 14th is about showing appreciation for the people you care about in ways that feel thoughtful and sincere. And while big displays of romance can do that, it’s often the quieter, […]
The 35 best gifts that your teen will actually use
The 35 best gifts that your teen will actually use Between keeping up with TikTok trends and whatever new gadget just dropped, it’s tough to know exactly what teens are into these days. Luckily, we can help. We may be older than teenagers, but many of us here at The Verge are kids at heart. […]
The best last-minute Christmas gifts you can grab for under $50
The best last-minute Christmas gifts you can grab for under $50 Holiday shoppers, it’s time to finish knocking out that seasonal wish list. At this point, your online purchases may not arrive in time unless you’re willing to pay extra for priority shipping – or you happen to get lucky. Still, gifting anything at all […]
26 practical smart home gifts that make everyday life a little easier
26 practical smart home gifts that make everyday life a little easier Smart home products are all about making everyday life a little easier, which is why they’re some of the best and most thoughtful gifts you can give. Some people go all out building a multi-gadget IoT kingdom (like our resident smart home expert, […]
The 44 best gift ideas for mom this holiday season
The 44 best gift ideas for mom this holiday season Your mom deserves the best, and we’re going to help you get them something special. The right gift can make family or friend time more valuable, after all, or it can greatly enrich time spent alone. If your mom says that she has all that […]
The 40 best gift ideas for mom this holiday season
The 40 best gift ideas for mom this holiday season Your mom deserves the best, and we’re going to help you get them something special. The right gift can make family or friend time more valuable, after all, or it can greatly enrich time spent alone. If your mom says that she has all that […]
33 practical smart home gifts that make everyday life a little easier
33 practical smart home gifts that make everyday life a little easier Smart home products are all about making everyday life a little easier, which is why they’re some of the best and most thoughtful gifts you can give. Some people go all out building a multi-gadget IoT kingdom (like our resident smart home expert, […]
The 27 best gifts for travelers who are always on the move
The 27 best gifts for travelers who are always on the move I’m convinced that whoever said it’s about the journey, not the destination, has never traveled. Try sitting on a plane for 16 hours – plus delays, airport security, and a snoring seat neighbor – and then get back to me. While getting from […]
The 34 best gifts that your teen will actually use
The 34 best gifts that your teen will actually use Between keeping up with TikTok trends and whatever new gadget just dropped, it’s tough to know exactly what teens are into these days. Luckily, we can help. We may be older than teenagers, but many of us here at The Verge are kids at heart. […]