The thing about being an adult is that it’s pretty hard to figure out what would be considered “cool” by a teenager. Sure, we have all been one at some point of time, but the definition changes from generation to generation and while a brand-new, shiny car is always going to put a smile on your teenage son’s or daughter’s face, it’s not exactly a feasible option most of the time! On that note, let us now take a look at eight gift ideas for teens in 2018 that would actually be considered cool by them and, hopefully, won’t force you to take out a loan.
A Pair of Sneakers
Shoes, in general, are one of those rare fashionable items that a teenage guy can take pride in sporting without the fear of being teased, so when you gift him a new pair of sneakers, it’s always going to be cool. Interesting gifts for teen boys can be hard to come by, but they’re worth the search. In fact, a pair of sneakers happens to be quite a hit with teenage girls as well and since we are talking about teenagers in 2018, the craze for sneakers has pretty much become a unisex thing by now. That being said, there is definitely a difference in fashion in between boys and girls, so you better do some research on that first.
A Pair of Headphones
It has almost become stereotypical to link the modern teenager with headphones – and for good reason actually. They do love their music, just like us adults, and the headphone is that little piece of gadget which lets them enjoy their music in peace. It’s also a way for teenagers to detach themselves temporarily from the stress of everyday life and get lost in a world of harmony. It is very likely that the teenager in question already has a few headphones but depending on how much you are willing to pay for them, you can gift him/her a pair of premium headphones that will let them experience music in a way that they never have before. To find the right options before you make that purchase, head over to headphonesaddict because they always have the latest news, comparisons, budget-guides, and reviews about every new headphone that’s released or is in development. You might just end up buying an extra pair for yourself as well.
A New Phone
When all parents around you are imparting proper-parenting advice about why you should not spoil your child, you could listen to them, or you could get your teenage son/daughter a new phone and become a loved parent instantly. On a more serious note, updating a teenager’s phone is not actually a bad idea at all for multiple reasons. Firstly, phones are not just devices for entertainment and are actually extremely useful in everyday life, in spite of how much social media tries to convince you of the fact that smartphones are pure evil! Secondly, they are going to be looking at their old phones all day anyway, so you won’t likely be doing any more damage than usual. Even then, it is recommended that you wait for at least 1.5 – two years before getting anyone a new phone unless it gets stolen/lost.
A New Computer
Whether the teenager in question is a gamer or not, chances are that if he/she is using an older laptop, a new computer is probably one of the best gifts that you can give them. A computer is a productivity tool for the budding photographers and digital artists, so an outdated laptop/desktop is not only a hindrance towards completing work but may make it even impossible for someone to work with demanding software that may be essential for their hobby. The fact that a powerful PC can also play games pretty well is just an added bonus for them, of course.
A Gift Card
This is the digital equivalent of cash, but you know that they won’t be able to spend these on anything that they really shouldn’t spend money on. Gift cards come in various forms like iTunes Gift Cards, Netflix Gift Cards, Amazon Gift Cards, etc., so your choice should depend on what you really want them to spend the money on.
A Drone Camera
If you thought that we were done with the ideas that could potentially spoil the child, think again! In all seriousness, the drone camera is one of the most sought-after gadgets for not only teenagers but also professional photographers and event planners. If he/she is into photography, they will absolutely love a drone cam because aerial shots from a drone camera cannot be matched by anything else, unless he/she has an actual helicopter to take shots from.
A Concert Ticket
This one’s a bit tricky and might not always be an option because there’s no guarantee that his/her favorite band will be playing near them anytime soon. Nevertheless, there’s a good chance that at least one of their favorite musical groups is performing in the country this year. Remember to get them a couple of tickets and not just one because nobody likes to go to concerts alone, not usually anyway.
A Smart Speaker
Bluetooth speakers are no good anymore unless they are smart and there are quite a few excellent options from companies such as Google and Amazon for you to choose from these days. They can remind you of events, create alarms, give you weather updates, and even play songs for you according to your mood, so it’s pretty safe to say that everyone will love it, provided, of course, they don’t already have one in their room.
A gift is meant to be something that reminds or informs the intended recipient of the fact that you value them, so it is important never to forget that little detail any time you decide to buy something for anyone. The idea is to not gift too often but to gift well and rest assured that any of these eight will serve that purpose very well and some more than others.