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Editor's Choice: The Perfect Valentine's Day Gifts for Tech Lovers

Make your Valentine's heart race with these gadgets and devices that will help them get to their happy place

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Valentine's Day EC Cover, with mini computer, laptop, headphones, and e-reader.
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Lifewire / Jon Fisher

Who says Valentine's Day has to be all about candy and flowers? We bet someone on your list would appreciate a bit of technology designed to make their day more productive, relaxing, or just plain fun. Luckily, our editors have tested tons of tech products that fit the bill. These are just a few of our favorites.

OnePlus 13 Smartphone

The OnePlus 13 is IP68 and IP69 rated.

OnePlus

What better way to say "I love you" than with the gift of an indestructible way to stay connected? Okay, maybe it's not completely indestructible, but the OnePlus 13 is close. Your sweetheart can drop it, wash it, even put it through the dishwasher, and it's going to survive. Even better, it's running the latest OxygenOS 15 operating system and has some pretty amazing Hasselblad cameras. Throw in some super useful AI, and can you get any more show any more love than this?

Boox Palma 2

The Boox Palma 2.

Lifewire / Jerri Ledford

Is your Valentine a reader? If so, the Boox Palma 2 is a gift they'll love. This palm-sized e-reader features a Carta 1200 e-paper display an Octa-Core processor, and it runs Android 13, so you sweetheart can add Android apps. Your favorite Valentine will love to spend hours curled up with this gift and a nice warm beverage for a little "me" time.

M4 Mac Mini

The M4 Mac Mini is smaller than previous generations.

Liffewire / Jerri Ledford

Who says a mini computer can't make the perfect Valentine's Day gift? If your sweetheart struggles with enough computing power to run today's apps, this is the perfect solution. The M4 Mac mini has a 10-core processor, up to 24GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage. We love this computer because it's powerful enough to run the AI apps that are popping up everywhere, and since it's an Apple product, you'll know it can stand the test of time. It also happens to be the smallest Mac made, so it only takes up a few inches of desk space.

Sonos Ace Headphones

Sonos Ace.

Lifewire / Jerri Ledford

How about a gift that lets your Valentine block out the rest of the world for a little while? The Sonos Ace active noise-canceling headphones can do just that. Whether your love prefers to listen to music, videos, or audiobooks, these headphones are comfortable enough to wear for hours. And we appreciate that you can change from noise-canceling to environmental awareness at the touch of a button. You can also customize your hearing profile in the Sonos app. Your person will love that you care enough to give them a little piece of mind no matter where they are.

Dell Inspiron 14 Plus (7441)

Inspiron 14 Plus (7441).

Dell

The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus laptop is the perfect gift for a Valentine who wants a workhorse computer with a few nice features. This tough little machine can be configured up to a Snapdragon X Elite processor with a 3.4GHz CPU, an NPU with a 45 TOPS rating, 16GB of RAM, and a 1 TB storage drive. We think the 14-inch touchscreen QHD+ screen is beautiful, and love that the battery will last for a full day. Bet your special someone will appreciate the flexibility for work or play, too.

Denon PerL Earbuds

These earbuds may look weird, but they are comfortable to wear and have great sound.

Lifewire / Jerri Ledford

Is there someone on your Valentine's Day list who prefers earbuds over headphones? If so, they'll probably love these Denon PerL earbuds. They fit comfortably in the ear, and they have great-quality sound. We think the best part is that they don't look like other earbuds, and they include a fit test to ensure that your love will get the best possible sound. They can even further adjust the sound with the Denon app. Your favorite Valentine will appreciate such a thoughtful gift.

GoBalance Boards

Boy using the Go Balance Play game.

Particula Tech

GoBalance Play:

GoBalance Sport

Your active sweetie will love something that lets them move even on days they can't get outside. That's where these GoBalance Boards come into play. Consider them a cross between gaming and fitness with some balance challenges thrown in. We love that there are options for all shapes and sizes and that the whole family can get in on the fun, and your Valentine will enjoy the ability to work off some pent-up energy without having to get outside to do it.

Baseus Nomos 5-in-1 Charging Station

Baseus Nomos 5-in-1 Charging Station.

Lifewire / Jon Fisher

Is your sweetheart one of those always-on-the-go-with-a-dead-phone types? If so, they're certain to love the Baseus Nomos 5-in-1 charger. This device can charge up to 5 gadgets at once, and at up to 140W, it supports fast charging. Now your sweetie can keep everything charged and ready for that last minute trip to the coffee shop and book store. It also has a relatively small footprint, so you can take it on the go when traveling. The best part? The Nomos 5-in-1 charger currently has a $20 off coupon on Amazon (as of this writing), so you can save some cash for that Valentine's date you're planning.

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