Aditi AgrawalThe year 2021 is finally ended; what’s the better way to celebrate it than with gifts? We have prepared a list of Best New Year gifts that you can give to people and no matter what, they will accept it. And the best part, they are not just limited to one day, but something that will add value to their lives. Starting with:
Here’s the list of Best New Years gifts you can give to your loved ones in 2021
1. Smartphones
The quintessential category for best New Years gifts for giving something valuable to loved ones, we have picked our top 3 best in their range smartphones for people you want to gift.
Best Smartphone Under Rs. 15000
Redmi Note 9 Pro (4GB RAM, 64GB Storage)
The Redmi Note series doesn’t need any introduction in the market. They are known for providing the latest hardware at an affordable price. Redmi Note 9 Pro comes with a 6.67′ FHD+ display coupled with Snapdragon 720G processor, 4GB RAM, and 64GB storage. The camera comes with a rear Quad camera setup (48MP+8MP+2MP+5MP) set up and has a 16MP front-facing camera.
The phone is equipped with a massive 5020 battery to make sure it lasts a full day. The phone comes in two colors, Interstellar Black and Champagne Gold.
Price: Rs.13,999.00
Where to Buy: Amazon & Flipkart
Ratings: 4.2/5
Best Smartphone Under Rs. 25000
Samsung Galaxy M51 (Celestial Black, 6/8GB RAM, 128GB Storage)
Samsung’s newly released M series have made the mark in the 25K category by offering top notch software while maintaining its quality. The phone comes with an sAMOLED plus display with FHD+ resolution. It provides enough storage of 128GB coupled with 8GB RAM. What makes it completely different from other phones in this segment is a massive 7000mAh battery that will keep you going on for more than a day.
That’s huge. There’s more; the phone comes with a 32MP front camera and 64MP quad setup rear camera. It comes with Android 10 out of the box along with a 25W fast charger. This phone is indeed an allrounder for the price and can be given as the best New Year gift for all age groups.
Price: Rs. 22,499 for 6GB RAM
Rs. 24,999 for 8GB RAM
Where to Buy: Amazon
Ratings: 4.4/5
Best Smartphone Under Rs. 40000
OnePlus 8 (Glacial Green 6GB RAM+128GB Storage)
OnePlus has quickly made its way into the quality premium smartphone segment and has been growing ever since. The new OnePlus 8 packs everything you can ask for. It comes with a 90Hz FHD+ AMOLED display for smooth scrolling, 48MP+2MP+16MP rear camera setup, and 16MP front facing camera.
For music enthusiasts, it comes with Dolby Atmos for power listening. IT comes with Oxygen OS (Android 10) out of the box and a 30W Warp charger for blazing-fast charging. Once you got this phone, you don’t need to worry for the next five years as OnePlus phones work well in the long run.
Price: Rs. 39,000
Where to by: Amazon
Ratings: 4.3/5
2. Laptops
The second most sought category is laptops. It’s like a second life for users (The first one is the phone, in case you’re guessing). Since most of the work is online, we can easily say that laptops have become one of the most important categories of best New Year gifts in 2021. Here is the list of notebooks that you can choose from as per the category.
For Light and Casual users:
HP 14 Ultra-Thin laptop
The laptop comes with 10th Gen i3 processor (up to 3.4 GHz), 8GB DDR4 RAM, and 256GB SSD. It comes with Intel UHD integrated graphics for daily activities and a TrueVision HD camera. The laptop comes with Windows 10 Home and Office 2019 preloaded.
One downside you can have is that it comes with the old 1366×768 resolution, making it a bit outdated. However, the rest of the specs will ensure that it doesn’t go low on performance.
Price: Rs. 35,990
Where to by: Amazon
Ratings: 3.9/5
For medium performance (light gaming and video editing)
Lenovo IdeaPad S340
Lenovo does have a long-standing name when it comes to laptops. You can’t always bank upon the best in segment laptops, but this one is an exception. The Lenovo IdeaPad S340 comes with a 10th Gen Intel Core i5 processor (up to 3.6 GHz). It has an 8GB DDR4 ram with 512GB SSD.
Since we mentioned gaming, there has to be NVIDIA, right? Well, the laptop comes with NVIDIA MX 230 2GB GDDR5 for entry-level gaming.
If you are also into video editing, the Lenovo IdeaPad S340 does not disappoint. However, do not expect to get smooth performance under resource-intensive apps like Premier Pro or After effects. Still, you can run basic video editing apps like Filmora and Powerdirector to give it a start.
The display comes with 14′ FULL HD IPS technology. It also features rapid charge technology, which can charge your battery up to 80% in 1 hour. For anyone close to you, this laptop can unmistakably tick all the checkboxes of what an individual expects from a good laptop and hence can be given as the best New Year gift.
Price: Rs. 59,000
Where to by: Amazon
Ratings: 4.6/5
For heavy gaming and Video Editing
Asus ROG Strix G15
Asus is a well-known brand when it comes to gaming. The company puts out all the maxed-out hardware in a better price range. The same goes with Asus ROG Strix G15. The laptop comes with top-notch 10th Gen Intel Core i7 with turbo boost up to 5Ghz. It has a whopping 16Gb RAM and 1TB SSD to ensure no app lags while running in the system.
Let’s address the elephant in the room, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 for Full HD 144Hz display to give you a visual treat. Whether you are a pro gamer or a video editor, you can run heavily demanding software with ease ensuring desktop-level performance.
Price: Rs. 1,24,990
Where to by: Flipkart
Ratings: 4.5/5
3. Books
Before you scroll away, let us tell you that we will not talk about academic books, okay? No homework here! These books will help you engage and explore new ideas while also allowing you to dive deeper within yourself. After all, it was right when someone said, “Book are your best friend.”
Indeed! You can gift books to someone you like; after all, there’s no age barrier in this and can easily create bonding with the types of books you read. If you want to keep it simple and casual, books can always be the best New Year gift. We have chosen one book for fiction and non-fiction each. Make sure to check it out.
Fiction
The Secret Garden
The Secret Garden is about an arrogant and uncomfortable girl named Mary Lennox. At the beginning of the story, she lives in India but has to go to her uncle’s building in England to escape the devastating spread of cholera. This book is about how discovering a mysterious garden changes the character of Mary and another character in the book.
Price: Rs 110
Where to buy: Amazon
Ratings: 4.5/5
Non-Fiction
Think Like a Monk
Jay Shetty, a social media superstar and host of the # 1 podcast “On Purpose,” provides the timeless knowledge he has learned as a monk into actionable steps and how can we manage to become a better version in our day to day lives
In this exciting and empowering book, Shetty portrays himself as a monk in the biblical tradition, showing how to transform roadblocks to our strength and potential. Describing the ancient wisdom and his great experiences in the monastery, “Think Like a Monk” reveals how to overcome negative thoughts and habits and achieve peace and benefits in all of us.
Believe it or not, if you care about the person you love, this book is highly recommended to give them the best New Year gift of 2021.
Price: Rs 260
Where to buy: Amazon
Ratings: 4.8/5
4. Earphones
Who doesn’t like listening to music or watch movies at night (quietly without making noise)? Earphones are our go-to accessory when going out or even staying at home. Here are our picks for the best earphones in the Wired and Wireless segment
Wireless earphones:
OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z
OnePlus doesn’t need any introduction in the mobile segment. Since it’s now in the earphones segment, you may already be familiar with the brand’s quality. Since quality earphones come at a very high price, OnePlus Bullets wireless Z can be the best deal to give someone who likes music.
Price: Rs 1,999
Where to buy: Amazon
Ratings: 4.2/5
Wired Earphones
Sony MDR-EX150AP
Sony is undoubtedly one of the best companies in terms of sound and audio experience you can get. Its ever-popular Sony MDR-EX150AP has been there for three years and has been catching user’s attention since. I use this earphone and can say without a doubt that these earphones are bang for a buck.
The sound quality is top-notch, the bass and trebles are finely tuned, the wires are durable, and it has been working great for two years. These are undoubtedly the best earphones you can get for someone who is always with his earphones and can become their best New Year gift for 2021.
Price: Rs 849 (buy now, it keeps changing. This is the lowest!)
Where to buy: Amazon
Ratings: 4/5
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5. For someone who loves chocolate
Alright, again, this is my personal favorite item that I have come across. This is, by far, one of the most authentic experiences you can get while having chocolate. Let me clarify that you won’t find any out of the world taste but something more natural and fulfilling when having a bite. And this is…
The Whole Truth – Protein Bars
You may not have heard of this name, but that’s the name! The Whole Truth. And it’s just like its name, no added sugars, no preservatives, no gluten or soy, and no added flavor. All the ingredients are added upfront. And the taste, well, you might have found your new chocolate partner after having this.
It has all-natural ingredients and comes in six cravingly delicious flavors, each having its delicacy of its own. If you know someone who likes chocolate, you better give them the packet of Whole truth bars making it easily one of the best New Year Gifts of 2021. Don’t get it mistaken for Protein bars.
It can be consumed by all (and craved by all). Just go to the link below and order it now!
Price: Rs. 500 (all-in-one pack containing all 6 bars)
Where to buy: Amazon
Ratings: 4.7/5
6. For someone who would like a companion (digital companion)
Well, we all have the technology to make our lives easier; why not make it more? Presenting….
Amazon Echo Dot (4th Gen)
Yep, who can forget the famous Alexa who can help you play your favorite song, tell you the current weather, control your appliances with one command, read your audiobooks, and whatnot? Amazon Echo doubt is indeed one of the most popular smart speakers you can get. Also, it’s pretty easy to set up as well. So, are you getting one?
Price: Rs. 4,499
Where to buy: Amazon
Ratings: 4.1/5
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7. Watches
The classic gift that never fails to impress anyone, Watches are inherently the only thing we used to wear in our hands until fitness bands took over. Don’t worry; we will include it on our list as well. If you have someone who is with you for a long time, gifting watches can make the relationship more intimate.
And of course, there are now watches as per the person’s taste. If you are a tech guy, there is a smartwatch. If you are a normal non-techy person, well, there always was one for you. And for the woman you like? We are here for you to tell you the best watch you can give
For Men
Titan Analog Men’s Watch
The classic analog watch for men that can easily work in formal as well as casual occasions. The watch has a White dial with a black leather belt making it the classic combination for all events. If you want to give your man a simple yet more elegant gift, this is the best New Year gift you can give to him.
Price: Rs. 1,555.00
Where to buy: Amazon
Ratings: 4.1/5
For Women
Titan NeoIi Analog Watch
You cannot go wrong with Titan; it has been the market leader in watches for more than a decade. One gift of Titan watch assures you of the quality it resembles. If you plan to give your woman or your mom a gift, this is the best watch option, without a doubt!
Price: Rs. 1,705.00
Where to buy: Amazon
Ratings: 4.5/5
For tech enthusiasts
Now there’s another accessory that can fit with their style of tech. Here is what we think you can give to someone young and is always fascinated about tech.
Realme Fashion Watch
Well, of course, you can have the usual Apple iWatch and Samsung watch, but what about the ones who want a pocket-friendly solution? Enter the Realme Fashion Watch. With all the features you need in a budget. It comes with a 3.5″ touch screen for a seamless experience. It can help become a close companion without looking at your mobile by providing notifications & reminders right on your wrist.
It can monitor heart rate, Blood Oxygen level, and also your current sports activity that you are performing to track your fitness routine. For someone who wants to upgrade to a smart lifestyle, you can offer Realme Fashion Watch as the best New Year gift to kickstart their next year.
Price: Rs. 2,999
Where to buy: Flipkart
Ratings: 4/5
For Fitness Freaks
There’s also a solution for a fitness freak who wants to track their workout extensively.
HONOR Band 5
Honor is a brand by Huawei, a renowned brand in the tech industry. The company launched its fitness band in competition with the Mi Band series and leads an upper hand with extra features. Blood Oxygen level (SP02) and Sleep tracking options make it easily one of the best fitness brands in the segment.
With various watch faces to customize from the Huawei app, you can watch a personal look. Honor Band 5 can help them track their fitness routine more accurately for someone who hits the gym every day.
Price: Rs. 2,099
Where to buy: Amazon
Ratings: 4.2/5
Not finding anything interesting?
If you are not finding anything interesting from the list, then first make sure are they are alien or not! Just kidding! There are many times we are often left unconvinced and confused as to what things we can purchase to make them happy in that case, we still have a solution for you.
Buy a gift card for Flipkart or Amazon.
You may think it’s outdated or may not feel good while presenting. But trust me, they may have something in their mind that they are willing to purchase, and your gift card would help them get that thing more sooner. Isn’t that better? It’s okay if you don’t find the list convincing, the gift will do the work that’s needed. You can shop on Amazon or Flipkart and purchase the gift card for the same amount you find suitable.
Price: As you wish!
Where to buy: Flipkart and Amazon
Ratings: Always worth it!
Conclusion:
I hope that the list mentioned above would have made up your mind in finally deciding the product you want. Happy Shopping!
Baishaly Roy
