It’s the 12th and final day of Tech Guide’s popular 2025 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas. We made it! This guide was designed to help you find the perfect gift for your family and friends.
Today we’re looking at computers and accessories and other related products.
Here are Tech Guide’s 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas:
DAY 9: Headphones/Speakers/Mics
DAY 12: Computers
DAY 12: COMPUTERS
14-INCH MACBOOK PRO WITH M5 – From $2,499
The 14-inch MacBook Pro is already a powerful laptop but Apple has made it even more powerful with the addition of its brand new M5 chip which sets it apart in terms of speed, performance and power efficiency.
Having this sort of power at your fingertips wherever you go will be a game changer for many users.
Whether you’re a business professional or a student, a content creator or a coder, the 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 let you work and play at your best.
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NETGEAR ORBI 870 MESH SYSTEM – From $1,499
Netgear’s Orbi 870 Series mesh system offer greater Wi-Fi 7 speeds and connectivity around your entire home.
The new Orbi 870 joins the Orbi 770 and Orbi 970 series systems in the Netgear line-up and ensures high performance networking to meet the needs of the modern connected home.
The Orbi 870 has a main router and one or two satellites with the main router connecting to your existing modem and the satellites placed around your home so they can communicate and create a wider and more robust network.
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ASUS ZENBOOK A14
The ASUS Zenbook A14 Copilot+ PC elegantly combines style and performance making it one of the most attractive Windows laptops you can buy right now.
It is thin and light but that’s not its best design feature.
The Zenbook A14 is made from a material called Ceraluminium which makes it tough, durable and resistant to fingerprints.
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KOGAN ATLAS E900 – $369
How good could a $369 laptop be? Answer: Surprisingly good. We’re talking about the Kogan Atlas E900 15.6-inch FHD Windows 11 laptop.
In terms of value, the Kogan Atlas E900 laptop is hard to match.
It has a15.6 inch FHD IPS (in-plane switching) display which offers impressive colour, reasonable brightness and a nice viewing angle.
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MACBOOK AIR WITH M4
The MacBook Air with M4, the world’s most popular laptop, has improved speed and performance so you can work and play from anywhere.
Available in 13-inch and 15-inch models, the new MacBook Air with M4 has precisely the same design from the previous iteration that’s still thin enough to fit under a door at 1.13cm (13-inch) and 1.15cm (15-inch).
And it tips the scale at just 1.24kg (13-inch) and 1.51kg (15-inch). It is unmistakably thin and light.
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EERO PRO 7 MESH ROUTER – $529.99 (Single), $1,199 (Three Pack)
One of the most common questions we get asked is how to improve Wi-Fi in your home and our response is always a mesh wireless system like the Amazon eero Pro 7 which can supercharge your network in every corner of your home.
The eero Pro 7 three pack can be set it up to boost your Wi-Fi across your home in every room.
And not just any old wi-fi but the very latest Wi-Fi 7 standard that is backwards compatible to keep all devices, but it can be up to 2.5x faster if you’re connecting a Wi-Fi 7 device like the latest laptops and smartphones.
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ACER SWIFT EDGE 14 – from $1,100
Acer Swift Edge 14 AI laptop, powered by the latest Intel Core™ Ultra 9 Processor (Series 2) is built for professionals and creatives alike — combining powerful on-device AI capabilities with an ultra-lightweight design that delivers serious performance without compromise.
It’s also the world’s first laptop with Corning® Gorilla™ Matte Pro, reducing glare by up to 95% and offering 2x better contrast ratio than traditional anti-glare glass — ideal for creators working in varied lighting environments.
It has a 14-inch 3K OLED display with 180-degree hinge for versatile viewing.
The Acer Swift Edge 14 is ultra-portable at under 1kg, with multi-day battery life of up to 21 hours.
ESPRESSO 15 PRO PORTABLE TOUCHSCREEN MONITOR – $1,099
Australian company espresso Display’s 15 Pro portable monitor is a serious upgrade with premium build quality, improved brightness and with even more energy efficiency.
The sleek new 15 Pro can become an essential part of your daily workflow.
The 15 Pro has a 60Hz refresh rate, has 4K resolution (3840 x 2160), can display more than a billion colours with a brightness of 55 nits and 1500:1 contrast.
Screen size is actually 15.6-inches and the unit itself is 22.5cm long and 36cm wide.
And it all connects through a single USB-C cable that you plug into your laptop or desktop computer.
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LOGITECH SIGNATURE SLIM SOLAR+ K980 – $179.95
Logitech’s first solar-powered keyboard – the Signature Slim Solar+ K980 – doesn’t need any batteries or charging cables so it can always maintain premium performance without interruption.
The slim low-profile keyboard utilises Logitech proprietary Logi LightCharge Technology and a solar strip that sits above the keys.
This allows the keyboard to be powered by any light whether its sunlight or the lights in our homes and offices.
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LG SMART MONITOR SWING – $1,699
The LG Smart Monitor Swing is a versatile 31.5-inch screen that’s positioned on an adjustable arm and on wheels so you can move it anywhere in your home where you need it to be entertained or get some work done.
The 31.5-inch display is a touchscreen with 4K resolution (3840 x 2160) and a 16: 9 aspect ratio.
The IPS Screen is sharp and bright with a 60Hz refresh rate.
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NETGEAR ORBI 370 MESH SYSTEM – From $459
Netgear has released the new Orbi 370 – its most affordable WiFi 7 mesh system that can expand and transform your home wireless network and make it faster and more reliable.
The Orbi 370 series can provide wireless speeds in your home up to 5Gbps to meet your wi-fi needs for browsing, streaming and gaming.
On average, today’s homes have around 20 devices online at any one time being used by the entire family.
The Orbi 370 is powered by the latest WiFi 7 technology along with Multi-Link Operation (MLO) which combines the 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands to increase the speed, reduce latency and improve the performance of connected devices.
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EPSON ECOTANK PRINTERS – From $499
Epson, the leading seller of large ink tank printers with more than 100 million units sold globally, has four new additions to the popular and more sustainable EcoTank range which offer impressive productivity for homes and small businesses.
One of the main reasons is the fact they come with up to two year’s worth of ink in the box so there’s no need to suddenly run out and top up supplies and ink cartridges.
Compared to a laser printer, the Epson EcoTank printers are far more economical and use significantly less power thanks to its unique Heat-Free technology.
The Epson EcoTank printers offer the quality and efficiency to print everything from emails and labels all the way through to high quality photos.
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HP ELITEBOOK ULTRA G1i – From $3,870
The HP EliteBook Ultra G1i laptop means business. It is light and compact yet offers business and high-end customers power and performance on the move.
The device is aimed at the professional user and includes a range of abilities and features.
Starting with the design, the HP EliteBook Ultra G1i is a stunner.
It has a gorgeous Atmospheric Blue colour – a nice alternative from the usual black laptops we see – and is made from lightweight aluminium. It weighs just 1.2kg.
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SAMSUNG M9 SMART MONITOR – $2,499
Samsung’s latest smart monitor – the M9 – is a stunning 32-inch OLED monitor that can be used for work, gaming and entertainment.
The Smart Monitor M9 which combines a high-resolution 4K QD OLED display with a fast refresh rate and response times with Samsung’s brand new Vision AI features.
And like the Samsung TVs, it has a seamless integration with SmartThings, offers the ultimate privacy via Knox security and is backed by seven years of upgrades for the Tizen UI to ensure you are getting the latest Vision AI technology for years to come.
The screen aboard the M9 is stunning thanks to Samsung’s 4K QD OLED technology with 250 nits of brightness that all comes together to provide incredible picture quality.
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LG ULTRAFINE EVO 6K MONITOR – $3,399
LG’s UltraFine evo 6K – the world’s first 6K resolution monitor with Thunderbolt 5 connectivity – has been designed for professional video editors, graphic designers and anyone who demands high performance in their workflow.
The 32-inch monitor has super sharp 6K resolution (6144 x 3456) and offers stunning colour accuracy and high speed connectivity.
The 32U990A is the first 6K display with Thunderbolt 5 support.
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KASPERSKY INTERNET SECURITY SOFTWARE – from $25.95 a year
Internet security – if you don’t have it, you’re just painting a large bullseye on yourself.
Kaspersky Premium offers value, performance and a range of features to keep your digital life safe and sound.
It provides complete protection against cyberthreats with a triple layer system that never sleeps.
With one licence users can secure up to 20 devices including Windows and Mac computers, Android tablets and smartphones along with iPads and iPhones.
Kaspersky offers multilayered protection to neutralize viruses and malware.
Your device is constantly scanned for trojans, worms, rootkits and spyware with real-time non-stop analysis of your files and documents to provide around the clock protection.
Use the Kaspersky coupon code – “TechGuide” – to get an extra 20 per cent off Kaspersky Premium (including VPN, Password Manager and Safe Kids).
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QUNTIS MONITOR LIGHT BARS – from $63.99
We spend a long time in front of our computer screens and this can cause eye strain and headaches but adding a monitor light bar can change your viewing environment for the better.
There are multiple benefits including reducing screen glare and eye strain, illuminating your desktop and improving visibility.
Quntis has a huge range of computer monitor lamps which all have adjustable brightness and colour temperatures.
The other remarkable benefit of these light bars is the CRI (colour rendering index) which manages to make the colours and tones on the screen even more punchy and natural just like viewing an object in pure sunlight which would be CRI 100.
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LASER 15.6-INCH PORTABLE TOUCHSCREEN MONITOR – $249.95
The LASER 15.6” Portable Touch Screen Monitor lets you work, play, and create anywhere with ease. A single USB-C cable delivers power, display, audio, and responsive touch control, while the Full HD IPS panel brings sharp visuals and vibrant colour from any angle.
Lightweight and slim with an adjustable stand, it’s built for travel and quick setups. Integrated speakers complete the experience- no extra accessories needed. Whether you’re connecting your laptop, tablet, phone, or gaming console via USB-C or mini HDMI, this versatile second screen adapts perfectly to work, study, entertainment, and on-the-go productivity.
Available from Laser Co
UNDER ARMOUR NO WEIGH BACKPACK – $190
Is your backpack weighing you down? Under Armour has released an ergonomically engineered bag called the No Weigh Backpack that’s designed to ease the load.
Well, not ease the load but redistribute it to reduce shoulder and back pain.
The No Weigh Backpack has an expandable 28-35L capacity and incorporates UA Suspension – a multi-directional strap that can adapt to you while you’re on the move and redirect the weight to save your shoulder and back.
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ECOFLOW RIVER 3 PLUS PORTABLE POWER – $459
Portable power has become an even more important to users. It’s one of those products that you’re glad you invested in when you’re off the grid or you lose mains power. The EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus is a prime example.
The new EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus is one of the smaller portable power solutions – it is 30 per cent smaller than the industry average – and has a 286Wh capacity and up to 600W output. It weighs in at 4.7kg.
