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The Slam-Dunk Tech Gifts to Buy at Walmart

Walmart has great gadgets for gamers, athletes, binge-watchers and more.

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Tech gifts are always a top item (to give and get), though they can also end up being the pricier picks on your list. If you’ve been debating whether or not to get them what they really want, Walmart renders it a moot question. Just in time for the holidays, the retailer is stocked with massive TVs, accessories for gaming, gadgets that athletes will be obsessed with, and so many more most-wanted items from top brands.

If it’s there, and they want it, well — now’s the time.

Trackers and counters are nothing new, but a smart watch designed specifically for runners? It’s a gift someone will love. This one lasts for up to two weeks on a single charge, can suggest training based on their historicals and will help with race-day strategy.

A curved, extra-long monitor completely changes the gaming experience. Plus, the height and tilt can be adjusted to suit the player’s preferences.

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Speakers plus streaming equals a smart gift for someone who needs to up their setup. This score offers the sound clarity of a traditional soundbar while also functioning as your streaming device, meaning less gadgets (and remotes) to take up space.

When it comes to televisions, pretty much everyone agrees: Bigger is always better. Beyond that, bigger, newer models tend to come with some pretty amazing features, like 4K resolution and a range of colors more vibrant and deep than what we’re used to watching.

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A good pair of wireless over-ear headphones is something that will get used all the time. It’s a good cross-generational gift, too, since teens and college-age kids want a pair just as much as anyone who travels for work (or a grandfather who logs his treadmill hours).

Combining the power of your laptop with the ease of a touchscreen isn’t a pipe dream. An extra-flexible hinge mechanism allows the screen to flex far past 180 degrees, giving you optionality to use it more like a tablet or a traditional laptop.

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The tech that’s made athletes the most excited as of late has to be the massage guns. This handheld deep-tissue masseuse has four speeds and lasts up to six hours on a single charge. It clocks in under a pound, too, meaning it’s a great gift for someone who travels a lot.

Know someone who’s been curious about playing around with drone footage? This high-end drone boasts a 250-feet flight radius. Grab it for under $50 and let him start experimenting.

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Help them step into a different reality with this top-of-the-line headset. It’s not an insignificant gift, but consider how you’re actually wrapping up a ticket to far-off lands, high-octane gaming and cinematic moving viewing.

You can’t gift someone a productive day of fishing—or can you? This easy-to-use sonar tool helps sportsmen see what the eye can’t, helping them figure out the best spots to pull up the boat.

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Now that we live in a world of content, it’s become clear that the smart mini-computers we’re all toting around in our pockets aren’t always as good as a true-blue camera. With a slightly retro look, this high-resolution find takes video clips as well as photos.

Recovery gets high tech with this smart wrap. Designed with three levels of heat and three of vibration, it’s easy to customize for whatever someone needs (and synchs with its own app to keep track of it all).

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Easy to travel with or move around the house, a lightweight portable speaker is always a great gift idea. This one is smart for someone who’s often in the boat or near water since it’s rugged casing was made to withstand dust and water.

They can’t really call themselves a gamer until they have the special headset. Spatial audio lets them feel like they’re really in the mix, and memory foam cushions at the ears helps hide the fact that they’ve been locked in for hours.

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With a textured grip and sculpted surfaces, this controller will give them more control and comfort during gameplay. Plus, it comes in over 15 playful colors so you can find one that will feel personalized to the giftee.

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Leah Melby Clinton is a writer, editor, and serious shopper who loves discovering new labels, detailing the best ways to build a wardrobe, and interviewing interesting people.
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