Finding the perfect holiday gift for the good people in life feels like a daunting task-when it comes to technological gifts, this task is especially difficult to manage because there are so many highly rated options to sort through. In addition, this year has brought severe chip shortages, leading to delays in delivery and limited product supply from companies such as Apple and Microsoft.

Fortunately, this year's "Chip Grinch" will not steal all the happiness. Despite the setbacks, the technology giant still managed to launch a large number of new products in 2021. We have new AirPods, iPads, and the coveted Nintendo Switch and upgraded OLED screens. So yes, there are still many amazing products that will please the technicians in your life.

Here are the 10 best tech gifts of 2021, from laptops to record players, so there is something for all loved ones who are obsessed with technology this holiday season.

If you are shopping for gamers on your track, consider using Nintendo Switch. Over the years, Switch has become very popular, and this is for good reason. It provides hours of fun for children and adults, and can be used as a handheld device (think Game Boy), TV console, and desktop mode. Your players will have access to some of the biggest and best games, including Super Mario Odyssey and Animal Crossing: New Horizons.

If you decide to buy a Nintendo Switch, you will have multiple options. You can choose the classic model, the reduced model, or, if you can use it, the new OLED model is only $485 (but keep in mind that it is sold out everywhere, so the supply is limited). No matter which option you choose, your grantee will be a great success.

Buy them: Nintendo Switch Lite, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch OLED

Obtaining-or in this case, receiving-the Roku Streaming Stick is a great way to bring a new life to any home entertainment system. It will be a great gift for any technology enthusiast who hasn’t set up a streaming media yet, but it’s especially useful for older friends or family. Roku products are easy to install, and the user interface is friendly and intuitive, making it easier than ever to host a movie night or watch TV in 4K/HDR. Using the streaming stick, your recipient will have access to Netflix, Hulu, YouTube, Twitch, etc. There is also an easy-to-use remote control and voice control.

If your recipient has always longed for a pair of true wireless earbuds, then the new Apple AirPods are your best choice. AirPods have been one of the best-selling earbuds since they came out, and they are constantly improving. Thanks to the MagSafe function, the third-generation AirPods brings a more professional design, better sound quality and easier charging. However, if noise reduction is important to your recipient, then please consider choosing the latest AirPods Pro. The Pro model has also upgraded MagSafe and is equipped with a more comfortable fit, thanks to the silicone earplugs.

Purchase: Apple AirPods (3rd generation), new Apple AirPods Pro

Speaking of voice control, Amazon Echo Dot is your best choice for ordinary technology enthusiasts or people who like to chat with Alexa. This compact speaker is affordable and integrated with the Amazon account of your gift recipient, which makes ordering and getting shopping recommendations a breeze. Alexa will also give up occasional jokes, weather updates, and play their favorite music upon request. The 3rd generation Dot is a bit small and can fill a large space with sound, so if you are looking for all the same features with larger speakers, consider the Echo Dot (4th generation).

Purchase: Echo Dot (3rd generation), Echo Dot (4th generation)

Using Amazon's Kindle Paperwhite brings a major upgrade to the readers in your life. Your recipients will be able to store thousands of stories, comics and PDFs in one place. Paperwhite is waterproof, which makes it the best companion for beach days. It has a variety of colors, storage options and a battery that can last for several weeks at a time.

Apple's powerful Mini has finally been redesigned this year, making it top the list of the best technology gifts in 2021. iPad Mini and its 8.3-inch liquid Retina display. It is equipped with Apple's A15 bionic chip, up to 256 GB of storage space, and an updated camera for all Zoom and FaceTime calls. The new Mini is also compatible with Apple's second-generation Pencil, in case you feel extra generous this year.

Purchase: Apple Pencil (second generation), Apple iPad Mini (2021)

People often say that vinyl records sound better than digital audio, but we are not here to discuss this issue. We are here to tell you that the Sony PS-LX310BT turntable is an ideal gift for young or old vinyl record collectors who need a new turntable. Sony brought a modern feel to its turntable, making it fully automatic. With the push of a button, the turntable will lower the tonearm, find the groove, and let the music flow. You can also choose to easily connect to your music via Bluetooth.

Without a charging station, any technical settings are incomplete, and the Poweroni charging station is top-notch this year. The tech fans in your life may already have multiple devices, all these gadgets need to be charged, so why not let them choose to complete all operations in one place? The Poweroni charging station can power up to six devices via the USB port. Your recipient will also get 7 charging cables, from USB-C to micro-USB to Lightning, so this really covers all the basics.

If there is no mention of Sony’s WH-1000XM4, any technical gift guide is incomplete. These amazing headphones have successfully occupied the position of the best over-ear, economical, noise-cancelling connectors you can buy this year. Not only can they produce amazing sound, but they are also lightweight, comfortable and completely wireless. If your gift recipient is a music lover who likes headphones instead of earplugs, then these will definitely make their holiday better.

If money is not an issue for you, then choosing the new Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio is a no-brainer. If your recipient needs to upgrade in the laptop department, then you can't go wrong here. Surface Laptop Studio is a high-performance laptop equipped with a Haptic touchpad, which can be used in many ways. It can be used in a typical laptop position, tilted and used for docking, and can even be completely flattened to get a look and feel more like a tablet. The 14.4-inch screen is very suitable for creative tasks. In addition, it has a battery life of up to 19 hours, a refresh rate of up to 120 Hertz (Hz), a 1080-pixel high-definition camera, and a higher skin tone accuracy. Of course, you can adjust the specifications to your liking, but even the basic model with 16GB RAM, 256GB solid state drive (SSD) and Intel Core i5 processor is a solid machine.