The best tech gifts: Bought for the kids, used by everyone
From gaming gadgets to smart speakers, these tech gifts are guaranteed to impress your teen.
Shopping for kids and teens can be tricky, but if there’s one thing most of them agree on, it’s a love of tech. Whether they’re into gaming, music, creating content, learning new skills or simply staying connected with friends, the right gadget can become their new favourite thing.
The best tech gifts don’t just entertain, they inspire creativity, encourage learning and can even make family life a little easier. We’ve rounded up the coolest gadgets and tech gifts that kids, teens and even parents will be excited to unwrap.
The best tech gifts for kids and teens
Bluey’s Quest for The Gold Pen
from $59 at Big W
Bluey’s Quest for The Gold Pen brings a heartwarming, original story from Bluey creator Joe Brumm to life in a fun-filled game made for family play.
The adventure begins when Bluey’s drawing takes an unexpected turn after Dad “borrows” the Gold Pen she needs to finish her story. Before long, the kitchen table transforms into a world of imagination, with Mum creating mysterious lands, Dad becoming the self-appointed King Goldie Horns, and Bingo embracing her adventurous alter ego, Bingoose.
Together, Bluey and Bingoose set off on a mission to get the Gold Pen back, travelling through magical worlds, solving puzzles and discovering plenty of surprises along the way.
With the original voice actors from the animated TV series, colourful hand-drawn environments and nine exciting levels to explore, it feels like stepping into a brand-new Bluey episode but this time, kids get to be part of the action.
Key features:
- An original adventure created by Bluey creator Joe Brumm, filled with imagination, humour and heart.
- Nine levels to explore. From snowy mountains and golden beaches to lush forests and the Australian Outback, there are plenty of places to discover.
- Kids can search for hidden treasures, solve puzzles, complete mini-quests and collect special surprises.
- Players can glide, fly and skate through levels while helping lost critters find their way home.
- Available on Nintendo Switch™, Nintendo Switch™ 2, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X,
Available at:
- from $59 at Big W
LASER 14” Portable Monitor
from $99 (was $149) from June 1-30 at The Good Guys
The LASER 14″ Portable Monitor is the kind of gift that will instantly win points with kids and teens but don’t be surprised when the rest of the family starts borrowing it too.
For teens, it’s perfect for homework, study sessions and multitasking across screens. For kids, it transforms gaming and movie time with a bigger, better display. And when it’s not being claimed by the younger members of the family, parents can use it as a second screen for work or travel.
What I love most is how versatile it is. Lightweight and easy to carry, it can move from a bedroom desk to the kitchen table, then into the car for family road trips. Just plug in a single USB-C cable and it’s ready to go, making it one of those rare tech gifts that genuinely gets used by everyone.
Key features:
- A second screen that’s perfect for working, studying, gaming or streaming when you’re away from your usual setup.
- One-cable convenience. Power, display and audio are delivered through a single USB-C cable, keeping clutter to a minimum.
- Ultra-portable design. Weighing just 560g, it’s light enough to slip into a backpack, handbag or carry-on.
- Sharp Full HD display. Enjoy vibrant colours and crisp visuals with a 14-inch IPS screen, 100% sRGB colour accuracy and a wide 178-degree viewing angle.
- Built-in speakers means no need to pack extra accessories for movies, presentations or gaming sessions.
- Works with multiple devices. Compatible with laptops, smartphones, tablets, Nintendo Switch, PS5, Xbox and more via USB-C or Mini HDMI.
- Includes one-year warranty.
Available at:
- from $99 (was $149) from June 1-30 at The Good Guys
SoundForm Mini On-Ear Wireless Headphones for Kids Stitch Limited Edition
from $59.95 at Belkin
Say aloha to the Belkin SoundForm Mini On-Ear Wireless Headphones – Stitch Limited Edition! These kid-friendly headphones come with fun Stitch and friends stickers so kids can make them their own.
With up to 30 hours of battery life, they can watch shows or listen to music all week on just one charge. The sound is clear and crisp, and the volume is safely limited to 85dB to protect little ears.
Key features:
- Safe volume limit of 85dB* for kids’ ears
- Up to 30 hours of wireless playtime
- Cute Stitch stickers for personalisation
- Works with popular learning apps
- Tough, spill-resistant design
- Simple controls that kids can use easily
Available at:
- $59.95 at Belkin
Amazon Echo Dot Max (newest model)
from $149 (was $199) at Amazon
From homework help and weather updates to dance parties and bedtime stories, the Amazon Echo is a smart speaker the whole family will use every day.
Parents can set up an Alexa Kids profile for extra peace of mind, with explicit lyrics filtered, shopping disabled, age-appropriate responses and access to parent-approved content.
The real standout is the powerful, room-filling sound, which automatically adapts to your space for a richer listening experience. Whether it’s music, podcasts or audiobooks, everything sounds great. Add in a built-in smart home hub and personalised features, and you’ve got a tech gift that’s as useful as it is fun.
Key features:
- Enjoy rich, room-filling sound with deeper bass and enhanced clarity.
- Stream music from Amazon Music, Spotify, Apple Music and more.
- Ask Alexa for weather updates, reminders, timers, jokes and answers to everyday questions.
- Control compatible lights, locks and smart home devices with your voice.
- Pair with other Echo devices for multi-room audio or connect to Fire TV for a home theatre experience.
- Built-in smart home hub and personalised features make managing your home even easier.
- Designed with multiple privacy controls, including a microphone off button.
Available at:
- $149 (was $199) at Amazon
Xbox Series S
from $549.00 at Big W
The Xbox Series S is the smallest and sleekest Xbox ever! Get next-gen speed and performance with this all-digital console.
Start gaming right away with an instant library of 100+ high-quality titles, including brand-new releases from Xbox Game Studios like Halo Infinite – available the day they drop – with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (membership sold separately).
Key features:
- Xbox Series S Console Digital
- Go all-digital and enjoy disc-free, next-gen gaming
- Bundle includes: Xbox Series S console, one Xbox Wireless Controller, a high-speed HDMI cable, and power cable.
- Experience next-gen speed and performance with the Xbox Velocity Architecture, powered by a custom SSD and integrated software.
- Play thousands of digital games from four generations of Xbox with backward compatibility, including optimised titles at launch.
- Xbox Game Pass Ultimate includes over 100 high-quality games on console, PC, and Android mobile devices, online multiplayer, and an EA Play membership for one low monthly price (membership sold separately).*
Available at:
- $549 at Big W
Nintendo Switch OLED Model
from $539 at Big W
The Nintendo Switch (OLED model) offers a vibrant 7-inch OLED screen for colourful, clear gameplay.
Kids can use the adjustable stand for tabletop gaming, and the new dock with a wired LAN port ensures smooth online play.
It has 64GB of storage and improved speakers for great sound on the go or at home. Plus, it connects to the TV and works with detachable Joy-Con controllers for fun with friends.
Key features:
- 7-inch OLED Screen
- Wide, Adjustable Stand – Flip out the sturdy stand to play multiplayer games and easily adjust the viewing angle.
- Built-in Wired LAN Port – Use the dock’s LAN port for a stable online connection in TV mode.
- 64 GB Storage – Store more games with 64 GB of internal storage.
- Enhanced Audio – Experience improved sound from the built-in speakers.
- Compatible with all Joy-Con controllers and the full library of Nintendo Switch games.
Available at:
- $539 at Big W
- $539 at Target
- $539 at The Good Guys
Belkin SoundForm Nano True Wireless Earbuds for Kids
from $49.95 at Belkin
These easy-pairing Bluetooth earbuds offer kid-friendly features that parents will love.
Offering 5 hours of playtime and another 19 hours of charge in the case, the earbuds have an 85dB volume limit which protects young, sensitive hearing from loud sounds .
Plus, touch controls offer wireless, button-free audio control for volume, to skip or pause songs, and pick up and end calls.
Key features:
- 85dB volume limit protects young, sensitive hearing from loud sounds
- 5 different ear tip size options, including extra-extra small, assure a comfortable fit and premium listening experience for smaller ears
- Earbuds provide up to 5 hours of non-stop playtime, with an additional 19 hours of battery life in the charging case
- 6mm dynamic driver in each earbud makes favourite songs come alive
- IPX5 water resistance keeps earbuds safe as kids splash through puddles, dash through light rain, and play carefree
- Touch controls offer wireless, button-free audio control for volume, to skip or pause songs, and pick up and end call
- Seamless Bluetooth 5.0 pairing up to 10M
- Case and earbuds are fully charged in just 2 hours with the included micro-USB cable
- High-quality microphone in each earbud ensures crystal-clear calls when you need to get in touch
Available at:
- $49.95 at Belkin
