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12 AI-Powered Tech Gifts That Will Make Their Lives More Entertaining — and Easier

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November 21, 2025

From phones and tablets to smart watches and earbuds, each device can do so much more than it ever could before — thanks to the advancement of AI. That’s what makes tech such a grade-A gift this year. You won’t just be replacing something they already own; you’ll be offering them new capabilities and opportunities to create, communicate, and explore. 

Our picks for top tech gifts all come from Samsung, which gives users access to its Galaxy AI tools to boost productivity and creativity. Plus, everything’s protected by Samsung Knox, a multi-layer security platform that keeps your data safe. 

We’ve broken these innovative products out by category to make shopping a liiiittle bit easier. Go forth and tech it out. 

For productivity and creativity

An AI phone that’s made for every adventure…

Got someone on your list who loves being in (and capturing) the great outdoors? Consider the Galaxy S25 Ultra: an intuitive, true AI companion. Its Corning® Gorilla® Armor 2 glass-ceramic keeps it safe from scratches and its Snapdragon® 8 Elite for Galaxy chipset makes it a performance powerhouse, meaning it’s the perfect device for on-the-go productivity. 

$1,419.99, Samsung

An AI phone with cutting-edge creative capabilities…

The Galaxy S25 FE is the gateway to Galaxy AI built for users who want flagship-level speed and creativity without compromise. With its long-lasting battery, durable design, and premium AI features like Now Bar and Gemini Live, every task becomes smarter, faster, and more intuitive.

$649, Samsung

A foldable smartphone with multiple uses…

It’s folding time. The Galaxy Z Fold7 is made for those who want more space to do what they love. The main screen unfolds, making it easy to review decks and sketch out ideas. It also folds back up for easy on-the-go handling and gives you access to tons of Galaxy AI tools. 

$1,399.99, Samsung

A do-it-all tablet you can take on the go…

Meet the premium tablet of your dreams, bringing you multimodal AI, real-time screen sharing, and voice assistance with Gemini Live. The Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra is slim as heck (aka very portable) while staying extra powerful. Plus, it features Galaxy AI features like Drawing Assist, which helps turn rough sketches into clear visuals, and Writing Assist, which reworks tone and style.

$1,419.99, Samsung

A long-lasting, productivity-enhancing laptop…

For the student in your life, may we suggest the ultimate studying companion? With a dynamic AMOLED 2X display, anti-reflective touchscreen, and up to 25 hours of battery life, the Galaxy Book5 Pro is ideal for taking notes in class, editing group projects, and staying on top of it all with style.

$1,149.99, Samsung

For health and wellness

A smart watch for true fitness fanatics…

A gift your marathon-running friend will absolutely freak for. Galaxy Watch Ultra doesn’t just track sleep and cardiovascular health — it also tracks multi-course workouts for triathlon training (think: swimming, cycling, and running) and optimizes every session with an advanced Personalized HR Zone. Plus, it works at high and low altitudes for mountain and sea adventures.

$649, Samsung

And one for everyday wellness…

Galaxy Watch8 is perfect for the friend who’s into staying active (but also sleeping in). It tracks key health metrics and provides motivational insights — from sleep to nutrition to workouts. It comes with Google’s AI assistant, Gemini, to help understand natural voice commands while on the go, and it’s Samsung’s thinnest, most comfortable Galaxy Watch yet.

$349, Samsung

A stylish smartwatch that fits in with your ‘fit…

Looking for substance and style? Look no further. Galaxy Watch8 Classic has all the same capabilities as the Galaxy Watch8 — plus a stylish design that makes it look more “meeting room” than “workout room.”

$469, Samsung

A smart ring that keeps you on track…

Fitness rings are all the rage, and Galaxy Ring is at the top of the pack. Powered by Galaxy AI, it’s got 24/7 monitoring packed into the smallest form offering holistic insights and motivational encouragement to support your wellness journey. It’s light enough to wear all day long, while its concave design ensures durability. Psst…it’s available in Titanium Black, Titanium Silver, and Titanium Gold.

$399, Samsung

For travel and portability

A super-slim AI phone that does it all…

Give the gift of hitting the road with the slimmest Galaxy S series AI phone on the market yet: the Galaxy S25 Edge. This baby comes with Galaxy AI tools and whether you’re editing videos on the go, joining virtual meetings, or taking stunning photos, it keeps up without weighing you down.

$1,219.99, Samsung

A smartphone they’ll flip for…

If you’ve got someone on your list who likes to stand out from the crowd, gift them the Galaxy Z Flip7 — a thin yet powerful AI phone. Its compact foldable design means it’s easy to slip into your pocket. Another perk? You can take a selfie on the FlexCam, without opening it. 

$899+, Samsung

Smarter-than-smart buds…

For anyone with big trips (or long commutes) on the calendar, Galaxy Buds3 Pro will do the trick. Their dual amplifiers and 2-way speakers deliver rich audio with Active Noise Cancellation, and they make it easy to switch between your phone, your computer or tablet for effortless use. Tune in.

$199.99, Samsung

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