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1. A reversible octopus plushie that they can use to ~express~ themself. If they low-key want their colleagues to know how their feeling, they can pop it in the background of their Zoom meetings.
2. A touchscreen toaster with customizable programs that'll get their bagel, bread, or English muffin to their perfect level of crispiness. It's designed to toast bread without drying it out so they'll never be stuck munching on cardboard.
3. A protective GameBoy-inspired phone case that works like an actual GameBoy. It comes pre-programmed with 36 categories of retro games so it'll keep them busy for hours and hours (plus, they won't have to fill their last GBs of storage with apps to keep themself entertained).
4. A pair of silky satin pillowcases that'll make them feel like they're staying at a five-star hotel when they crawl into bed at night. Thanks to the smooth texture, they'll also save their hair from frizzing up and breaking.
5. A pack of LED strip lights that'll brighten up the dark corners of their home and give their lighting situation a serious upgrade. They're remote controlled and they can change the colour, mode, and brightness with just the touch of a button.
6. A gigantic time-marked water bottle that'll encourage them to drink more H2O. It fits almost four litres of water, meaning they won't have to refill it every single hour.
7. A pair of cushy waterproof slides that'll replace the old, beat-up house slippers they've been rocking since 2018. Reviewers say they're comfortable right out of the box so they won't have to spend days (or weeks) breaking them in.
8. A milk frother that'll help them make delicious, coffee-based beverages that look and taste like they've been crafted by a seasoned barista. Flat milk? Leave that for the peasants.
9. A treat-tossing Furbo camera that'll let them stalk their dog when they're not at home (and feed them snacks, too). It has a barking sensor and will send them notifications when their dog is acting up — they can even use the two-way audio to tell them to cut it out!
10. A set of bulb vases that'll bless them with an adorable place to display their blooms. If they're into propagating plants, this is sure to come in handy for that, too.
11. A Nintendo-themed Lego kit that's trickier than those rockets and castles they made when they were a kid and will give them some new art to display when it's completed. It has over 2,500 pieces so it'll actually take them a while to put together.
12. A genius reusable notebook that'll make electronic copies of everything they jot down with the help of a free app. Using it is simple: when they're done writing, they can just hold their phone above the page. The free app will detect and capture it, creating a digital copy that looks identical to their handwritten notes.
13. A Saturn-shaped neon light that'll give their room a celestial makeover. If they're obsessed with all outer space has to offer, they'll definitely love this.
14. A Revlon heated brush that'll dry, volumize, and style their tresses all in one go. Now they won't need to mess around with a thousand hair tools when they're running late.
15. A cereal dispenser with an airtight seal that'll keep their favourite breakfast food from going stale in, like, three days. Reviewers say it's also great for storing pet treats and food if they've got a four-legged friend.
16. An Instant Pot air fryer that'll give them all the joys of fried food without all the oil and splattering. It'll also save them from hitting up a drive-thru every time they're craving crispy nuggs or fries.
17. A pair of classic Crocs that are simultaneously ugly and awesome. They have grippy tread on their soles so when they need to brave the great outdoors, they can flip them into sports mode and do their thing.
18. A tiny earwax-removing tool with a built-in camera that's disgustingly satisfying to use. Reviewers love how gentle, yet effective it is and say that it works wonders on impacted wax.
19. A bestselling karaoke microphone that'll make them feel like Mariah Carey in the comfort of their own home. It's not just a mic, though — it can also be used as a speaker and a recorder (it's a triple threat!).
20. A portable indoor/outdoor fire pit that'll add some serious ambiance to their space. Reviewers say it's perfect for anyone with a small backyard or patio and TikTokers love using it for s'mores nights.
21. A bottle of truffle-infused hot sauce because they probably have a refined palate now that they're a grown-up. It's the perfect blend of heat, sweetness, and decadence, making it a triple threat condiment.
22. An egg carton of beauty sponges that is equal parts adorable and useful. Reviewers say the quality is comparable to more expensive alternatives and that the container makes it great for travelling.
23. A bed desk that they can use to conquer work projects and essays from their blanket cocoon. It can be adjusted to their ideal height and angle and has a petite drawer where they can store all their pens, highlighters, and erasers.
24. A pair of fancy-schmancy wine glasses that they'll be thankful for when they uncork their next bottle of vino. Reviewers love how big they are and say they're the perfect dupes for Crate and Barrel glasses.
25. A spinning makeup brush cleaner that'll thoroughly cleanse their beauty tools, and dry them, too! It'll work its magic in less than a minute, which means they'll have no excuse to use anything but clean brushes on their precious face.
26. A plush travel blanket that'll keep them warm 'n' cozy during frosty rides on planes, trains, and automobiles. The handy compression case can be slid over the handle of their luggage and can even be used as a pillow in a pinch.
27. A minimalist LED alarm clock that doubles as a mirror so they can do their makeup while they're still in bed. It has two USB ports on the side, meaning they can use it to charge their devices, too.
28. A microwavable s'mores maker that'll have them whipping up ooey-gooey treats without the struggle of crafting a campfire. It'll heat all their ingredients evenly and the lil' arms will keep their marshmallows from getting too puffy and bubbling over.
29. A colour-changing shower head that'll make them feel like they're at the coolest club in town when they're scrubbing themself down. It'll fit onto most standard shower hoses so they won't even need to call a plumber to install it.
30. An over-the-door hanging mirror that has hidden storage for all their rings, bling, and fancy things. It has two built-in LED lights that'll make it easy to find what they're looking for, even when they don't want to turn on their overheads.
31. And finally, a rapid egg cooker that'll whip them up a protein-packed breakfast in mere minutes. It doesn't need to be monitored so they can take a shower or do their makeup while it gets down to business.
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