Updated
Updated · New York Magazine · Nov 12
Strategist Flags PS5 and iPhone Duo as Holiday Tech Gifts at Risk of Selling Out
Updated
Updated · New York Magazine · Nov 12

Strategist Flags PS5 and iPhone Duo as Holiday Tech Gifts at Risk of Selling Out

2 articles · Updated · New York Magazine · Nov 12

Summary

  • PS5 consoles, the iPhone Duo and other buzzy gadgets top Strategist holiday gift picks, with the guide urging shoppers to buy early before back orders and stockouts worsen.
  • RAM and storage shortages are expected to keep consoles, laptops and other tech items scarce and expensive this season, making accessories a cheaper fallback for gift buyers.
  • Expert recommendations point to three demand themes: Gen Z "vibe" gadgets, creator gear such as cameras and microphones, and smart-home devices including robot vacuums and displays.
  • Grand Theft Auto VI is helping put the PS5 back on wish lists, while some niche items — including wired earbuds and distraction-blocking accessories — are also drawing strong interest.

Insights

With memory shortages making consoles scarce, which budget-friendly tech accessories are secretly becoming the ultimate holiday gifts?
Why are Gen Z shoppers ditching their smartphones for single-purpose gadgets like portable music players this holiday season?
Are highly sought-after robot vacuums actually replacing traditional cleaning, or just adding another complex smart device to your household?