Leaves? Peeped. Halloween candy? Cleared from store shelves. The weather outside? Almost certainly frightful. (Well, depending on where you're located, I guess.) This series of events can only mean one thing, which is that the holidays are officially upon us.
Now that we're all in the midst of our first pandemic-style holiday season, it's time to engage in some age-old traditions like marathoning cheesy movies, overindulging in sweets for the sake of holiday cheer, and logging into our bank accounts and checking them twice to make sure you're not going over-budget on the gifting front. Especially given how weird this year has been, it feels extra important to bring a little joy to those around us by surprising them with a gift they'll appreciate. So how do we do that without breaking the bank?
For starters, set a spending limit. Whether it's $20 or $200, make sure you're not going over the amount you feel comfortable spending. And don't forget to shop early — especially for hot ticket tech gifts that are bound to sell out. This will be important when it comes to snagging the best deals and getting your items delivered on time.
Luckily, Walmart can help on both fronts. With a huge selection of the coolest tech gifts that start and stay at low prices all season, you’ll be able to find something for everyone on your shopping list. Plus, with free pickup and free 2-day shipping*, gifts are sure to be wrapped and ready on time. Ready to get shopping? Keep scrolling to check out some of the best under-$150 tech gifts at Walmart.
1. A compact-yet-powerful tablet
Between working from home and remote learning, everyone is spending hours on computers, phones, and tablets. This onn. 8" Tablet is a well-priced beginner tablet at just $69, and has a battery life of nine hours. Perfect for a little learner or a hard-working friend.
2. A sleek gaming headset
You don’t have to understand interactive gaming to gift this Razer Kraken Tournament Edition 2019 headset. For $66 — a competitive (get it?) price compared to others — this headset allows its users to fully immerse themselves in the game.
3. A prepaid smartphone
There’s no cooler gift to a pre-teen or teenager than their first cellphone. And if you’re in the market for one, Walmart offers a great deal on this prepaid Straight Talk SAMSUNG Galaxy A10E at just $99.
4. An upgraded streaming experience
It’s no secret that everyone has become a bit of a couch potato this year, so why not up their marathon-watching game by gifting this Roku Ultra LT/HD/4K/HDR Streaming Media Player? This model is only $79 and is compatible with all of their favorite streaming apps.
5. Wireless earbuds at a great price
Though certain brands seem to get all the buzz, these onn. True Wireless Earphones are an absolute steal at just under $20. Perfect as a stocking stuffer, they’ll be appreciated by your athletic running types, your “I share a small office with my partner” types, and more.
6. A smart speaker that does it all
Face it: Anything that makes this year easier will be a much-loved holiday present, including this Google Nest Audio Smart Speaker with Google Assistant. Priced at $100, the Google Nest speaker is a hands-free device that will play music when you tell it to, set timers, and answer questions.
7. The latest upgrade to fitness tracking
Coming in right under the $150 mark is the Fitbit Charge 4 (NFC) Activity Tracker. This stylish watch — which tracks steps, heart rate, and calorie burn to name a few — is a great gift for the fitness guru in your life.
8. A best-selling Bluetooth speaker
Everyone should have a Bluetooth speaker, and this JBL Charge 4 Portable Waterproof Wireless Bluetooth Speaker is a great bang for your buck at $139. Not only does it come in a variety of colors, but its battery supports 20 hours of playtime. Plus, it’s waterproof, making it safe for the beach (we can dream, right?).
Now that you're up to speed, click over to Walmart to check our their impressive selection of gifts for all the tech fans in your life.
*$35 minimum. Restrictions and same-day delivery fee apply.
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