Updated on November 27, 2024
Teens and tweens are oddly both the most difficult and the simplest people for whom to buy gifts. You can’t go wrong with cash or gift cards for their favourite stores. Anything to do with tech, gaming, fashion, make-up might work, too. But they have discerning tastes. If you’re looking for something you can actually wrap versus slide into an envelope, we have you covered with tech gifts that teens and tweens will love.
Urbanista Copenhagen 2 True Wireless Earbuds
The trendy Urbanista Copenhagen 2 true wireless earbuds pack a lot of cool tech and design in a package that costs just $70. The have 12 mm dynamic drivers and offer three distinct EQ presets: Default for a natural sound, Bass Boost for added depth in low frequencies, and Treble Boost for enhanced clarity in high frequencies. Equipped with four microphones that use noise-reducing technology, they are targeted towards the on-the-go youth market. They also boast Bluetooth multipoint connectivity for easily switching between two devices and employ Bluetooth 5.4 for a stable wireless connection over greater distances. Get up to seven hours of play time per charge and an extra 29 hours with the included charging case for a total of 36 hours. They come in Midnight Black, Cloud White. and Lavender Purple and are available exclusively through Erikson Consumer.
Apple AirTag Tracker
Let’s be honest: when it comes to younger tweens, this is more a gift for you than for your tween. But it really is a useful one. With an Apple AirTag attached to a set of keys, placed in a backpack, even tucked into a zippered pocket of their jacket, they’ll never lose an item again. And you can keep track of a child’s location if they don’t yet have a smartphone. I used an AirTag in my son’s jacket before he got his first phone, able to see when he left school and started walking home or when he safely arrived at school. Now, he uses it on his house key to ensure it never goes missing. (I use one on my own keys as well). With Precision Finding, you can even follow the location of an item all the way to it, like if your teen left their keys in the spring jacket sitting in their closet and forgot. Plus, with iOS 17, you can now share an AirTag with up to five people, so not only can my son track his keys, but so can I. The AirTag itself is $39 or you can buy a four-pack for $129. You’ll also need a holder, which you can buy from Apple for starting from $25, or find alternative for less on sources like Amazon.
JBL PartyBox Encore
Who doesn’t love a good karaoke party? The JBL Partybox Encore is IPX4 splash-proof and there’s also a wired mic input for a karaoke party. A set that includes two mics is $500 from Erikson Consumer. Using the companion PartyBox app, teens can even customize the colours of a lightshow emanating from the speaker as well as control settings and the music. Pop the karaoke tunes onto a USB stick and insert it, then use a mini projector and screen or wall to display the lyrics from a connected computer or other device. It runs for up to 10 hours so will last the entire sleepover, and then some.
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE Smartphone
The “Fan Edition” Samsung Galaxy S24 FE phone is designed for fans and comes in at a more affordable price, making it ideal for teens and tweens. It still affords access to AI experiences, powered by the AI-based ProVisual Engine. Equipped with a 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, it also has a long-lasting 4,700mAh battery and an Exynos 2400 series chipset. Kids can enjoy taking photos and shooting videos using the 50MP wide lens camera, 8MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, both with optical image stabilization (OIS), 12MP ultra-wide lens, and 10MP selfie camera. Use cool Photo Assist features like Generative Edit for removing distracting objects from the background, Portrait Studio for turning selfies into different styles, like cartoons, comics, watercolour paintings, and sketches, Edit Suggestions to remove flaws like reflections, and Instant Slow-mo. Thanks to the larger vapour chamber combined with the long battery life, 120Hz refresh rate, and Vision Booster, gaming will also be enjoyable from this phone. It even has other AI experiences like Interpreter, Live Translate, Note Assist, and more. Get it in Blue, Graphite, Gray, and Mint. It starts at $920 but with trade-in or wireless carrier plans, you can save or pay monthly.
ShiftCam Apple iPhone 16 Series Accessories
Help them with content creation using various ShiftCam accessories, designed specifically for iPhone 16 series phone. There’s the Camera Case for the iPhone 16, made from 100% eco-friendly materials. Available in both clear and fabric, the latter can be cleaned in the dishwasher or rinsed under the tap. The case features ShiftCam’s S Mount system with a secure twist-and-lock attachment that works with ShiftCam lenses. Using magnetic strength, it’s fully compatible with MagSafe technology. It accommodates the new camera control button of the iPhone 16 with a precise cutout, ensuring full and unrestricted access to this button. Engineered for durability, the slim case offers two-metre drop protection, tested to meet MIL-STD 810H standards.
ShiftCam SnapSeries Ultimate Portable Studio
Another fun accessory for teens and tweens from ShiftCam is the SnapSeries Ultimate Portable Studio, a modular ecosystem featuring nine interchangeable pieces that snap together, allowing creators to fully customize their setup. At its core is the SnapGrip Pro, which includes Qi2 magnetic wireless charging for power on the go. There’s also the SnapStudio Light, a compact yet powerful alternative to traditional ring lights, and the SnapPocket Light, which provides the right amount of illumination for subtle lighting needs. For versatile shooting angles, the SnapStand Mini stands eight inches tall, offering portability and durability, while the SnapStand Selfie extends from 10 inches to 2.5 feet, perfect for first-person content on the move. The SnapStand Max stretches from 1.5 feet to six feet, featuring a foldable head and strong magnetic snap for easy setup. Additionally, the SnapSeries includes the SnapShoe accessories mount and Snap SSD, making it an all-in-one vlogging solution for creators. Get one, two, maybe the whole kit and kaboodle if you know they love to shoot TikTok videos or Instagram Reels.
Life360 Tile Bluetooth Tracker
The Life360 app is popular among teens and parents. The company acquired Tile back in 2021 and recently launched new versions of the popular Tile Bluetooth trackers. They boast longer range, louder rings, better designs, and Life360 app integration. With the free Life360 SOS service, teens can press it three times in rapid succession if they feel unsafe to alert family members, friends, or caregivers. Use the app to locate and ring a Tiled item or ring a connected cell phone to help find either. Options include the Tile Pro (U$35) that comes with a built-in keyring, ideal for valuable items like a camera, purse, or keys; Tile Mate (US$25) that has a non-replaceable battery and is great for keys, backpacks, and purses; Tile Slim (US$30) credit card-style device with a non-replaceable battery for wallets and luggage; and the Tile Sticker (US$25) that adheres to items through adhesive, like the underside of a bicycle seat, skateboard, TV remote, or eyeglasses case. They won’t lose, misplace, or forget an item again!
Fujifilm Instax Mini Link 3 Smartphone Printer
Being young is all about capturing memories, but often, these memories are fleeting. They are only preserved online in the form of social media posts or massive cloud storage back-ups. A smartphone printer like the Fujifilm Instax Mini Link 3 smartphone printer lets you enjoy something tangible, great for sticking to a notebook or in a locker. It works with the free Instax Mini Link app for easily printing images right from your phone. With this model, add augmented reality features, photobooth collage effects, and more customization like design frames, stickers, and more. Get a print in as quickly as 15 seconds (development is about 1.5 minutes) and print up to 100 Instax Mini instant prints per charge. Choose from Rose Pink, Clay White, and Sage Green for $130; Instax Mini instant film sells in a 10-pack for MSRP $15.
Casetify Deadpool & Wolverine Accessories
If you deem your teen or tween old enough to watch Deadpool & Wolverine, or even if you don’t but they love the character anyway, they will want to sport Casetify’s new licensed accessories and show them off their MCU love with pride. These includes cases inspired by the comics, like Casetify’s Impact, Ultra Impact, Mirror, Clear, Impact Ring Stand, Bounce, and Ultra Bounce Cases. Available for iPhone, Samsung, and Google devices, if you’re looking for something instead of a phone case, there are cases for AirPods, AirPods Pro, Apple Watch bands, wireless chargers, grip stands, cardholder stands, leather wallets, power banks, phone straps, MacBook and iPad cases, and more. Pricing varies but you’ll probably be able to grab a few stocking stuffers from Santa among the line.
LEGO Fortnite Sets
Any teen or tween who loves both Fortnite and LEGO will appreciate getting one of the new LEGO Fortnite sets. There are four from which to choose, all inspired by characters, places, and items found within the survival crafting game LEGO Fortnite. The LEGO Fortnite Supply Llama ($50) is a 691-piece set with accessories like a Grappler, Slurp Juice, Rough Ruby, Backpack, Good Luck Charm, Slap Juice, and Dynamite. The LEGO Durrr Burger ($20) has 193 pieces and is a recreation of the iconic restaurant mascot found in LEGO Fortnite. For more skilled kids, the 1,414-piece LEGO Fortnite Peely Bone set ($130) is a gaming collectible featuring moveable arms and detailed accessories like Peely Pick Pickaxe, Paint Launcher, and Banana Bag Back Bling. Last, there’s the Battle Bus ($130), a 954-piece LEGO Fortnite Battle Bus that’s a brick replica of the hot-air balloon marvel from the game. It features rolling wheels, a removable roof, and the iconic blue and yellow balloon. It includes Slurp Juice, Grappler, Pickaxes, and Slap Juice. Also included are nine LEGO Minifigures: Battalion Brawler, Adventure Peely, Brite Bomber, Cuddle Team Leader, Cube Assassin, Trespasser Elite, Drift, Meowscles, and Raven, which can all be seated in the bus to fuel creative role play.
Fujifilm Instax Wide 400 Instant Camera
Enjoy instant prints on-the-fly with the Fujifilm Instax Wide 400 instant camera, which uses Instax Wide instant film for wide 3.4 x 4.25-inch prints. It has a self-timer for timing photos in two-second increments, up to 10 seconds, two-range focus modes for portrait and landscape, including Normal Mode and Landscape Mode, and automatic exposure for improved print clarity. Flash control automatically senses the level of ambient light when the shutter button is pressed and optimizes the shutter speed and flash output accordingly. For macro photography, Wide 400 offers an included close-up lens that, when used in Standard Mode, is ideal for subjects 15-19 inches away. The close-up lens also features an integrated selfie mirror. Position it on a fixed surface with the included Camera Angle Adjustment accessory. By attaching the accessory to the bottom of the camera, you can choose between two height options to perfectly frame images. $200.
Amazon Kindle in Matcha Finish
A new version of the compact Kindle ($145) is now available in a Matcha finish to match their fav order from Starbucks. Weighing just 158g, the entry-level model is small enough to fit in your hand or carry in your back pocket. It has a 300 ppi, glare-free display, now with faster page turns, higher contrast ratio, and a front light that is 25% brighter at max setting, as bright as Kindle Paperwhite. It offers weeks of battery life from a single charge and has 16 GB of storage for holding thousands of books. All Kindle devices come with access to the Kindle e-book store and an included three-month subscription to Kindle Unlimited, which provides an extensive library of digital books, comics, and magazines that span a myriad of genres, including popular series, best sellers, and more. From mystery and romance to nonfiction and memoir, members can read as many books as they’d like with a monthly membership.
Crunchyroll Subscription
Many teens and tweens are into anime, and Crunchyroll represents the Holy Grail of content in that genre. With a subscription, you can access new episodes shortly after they air in Japan. The basic Fan plan is $10/mo. for access to the entire library ad-free with the ability to stream on one device at a time. But you’re best off getting the Mega Fan ($12.49/mo.) with the added benefit of being able to stream on up to four devices at a time (ideal for siblings), enjoy offline viewing, and access the Crunchyroll Game Vault with a catalog of free games. If you pre-pay for the year, it’s $125 and includes everything in the Mega Fan plan with a 16% discount and billing that auto-renews every 12 months unless you cancel. Access popular shows like One Piece, My Hero Academia, and Dragonball Daima. Watch on a multitude of devices, including smart TVs, PlayStation, Xbox, Chromecast, Apple TV, Blu-ray players, and more. Simplify billing by adding Crunchyroll it to your existing Amazon Prime Video subscription.