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30 Gifts For That One Friend Who Never Puts Down Their Phone
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A set of pins depicting the best of times and the worst of times.
Get it from luckyrocketstore on Etsy for $12/pin or $20 for the set.
A very useful phone wallet and card case they may end up being even more obsessed with than their phone itself (it's a long shot, but you get the point).
It features slots for cards and money, a magnetic closure, and is shockproof to boot. Read BuzzFeed's full review here.
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+. Available in five colors and two sizes (for iPhone 7/8 or 7/8 Plus).
A calendar dedicated to Instafamous dogs, because you know that's what they're really spending all their time looking at.
Get it from Barnes & Noble for $10.59 or Jet for $14.99.
Hella cozy fleece-lined gloves that are, most importantly, touchscreen-friendly.
Promising review: "It's been in the negatives where I live, and these gloves have been amazing! I have larger hands, but these fit well without being tight. The fleece lining was a bonus. They work great on touchscreens, and I can still pick up pens and things like that even though they are thick. I get circulation issues in the winter and my fingers go numb, even with average gloves, but not with this pair. I'm thrilled!" —wyoming
Get them from Amazon for $13.99 (available in 10 colors).
A water bottle with a built-in phone holder, because their phone is as essential to their survival as H2O.
It's especially perfect for travel or the gym. There's a removable base that allows them to plug in their headphones even when the phone is inside, and the storage slot works for cash and cards, too.
Get it from Uncommon Goods for $14.99.
An emoji pillow to show them just how you feel about them, in the language they know best.
Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
If You Give a Mouse an iPhone, a book that's a little too real.
It's a parody of the classic picture book If You Give A Mouse A Cookie, but instead of becoming hooked on sweets, the titular rodent becomes addicted to his phone. Sound like anyone you know?
Promising review: "Whether you're a fan of children's books or absolutely hate them, this book is for you. The sarcastic tone will not be lost on anyone, but it's perfectly fine to read this to children. When a mouse starts bothering his friend, the boy gives him his phone to play with while he finishes getting ready for the day. Once he has the phone, the mouse ignores everything that is going on around him, including the wonderful journey he inadvertently takes. Only when the battery dies does he even realize he's on a deserted island. Be ready to laugh at others, or maybe even at something you are guilty of doing." —Desiree Dee
Get it from Amazon for $4.99+, Barnes & Noble for $4.99+, or a local bookseller through Indiebound here.
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A portable charging bank so they'll never be running on empty.
This super-handy power bank is only slightly bigger than a lipstick and comes with a travel case, so they can take it absolutely everywhere.
Promising review: "I love the size and color. This is so good to have when your phone is running out of juice. It's powerful enough to charge a phone from dead to 100%, plus maybe another 60%. It has been a lifesaver for me when I travel for work. It's small enough that sticking it in my backpack or purse isn't a burden, because it weighs next to nothing. When I know I'm going to be out all day, I always make sure to have the Anker with me. And more often than not, it's always in my purse just in case." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in five colors).
A pair of awesome bluetooth noise-canceling headphones that people actually swear by.
These babies have over 1,500 reviews on Amazon, and are sure to become their best buds.
Promising review: "These earbuds are legit, and you can't beat the price. The sound quality is fantastic, they stay in my ears (and I have small ears), and are comfortable to wear for long periods of time. I had no issues syncing them with my iPhone 8+ or Apple Watch, and they stay connected. Plus, they can go several days (with heavy use) on a single charge. I love the magnetic clasp so you can wear them around your neck when not in use, and the fact that they come with many different earpiece sizes." —M. Davidson
Get them from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in three colors) or Walmart for $24.99.
A pair of earrings they'll want to gush about in more than 140 characters. More than 280, even.
Get them from RIROSHI on Etsy for $15.
A phone camera printer to save their pics IRL.
Pictures print in a minute or less, so they won't even have to go back to scrolling Insta while they're waiting.
Promising review: "This little printer is so much fun! It's very easy to use (just add paper and go), the app that goes with it is pretty straightforward, and the quality of the prints is very nice! It fits nicely in my purse and is great if I'm out with friends and everyone wants a copy of the photos we take!" —Regina
Get it from Amazon for $104.88+ (available in four colors), Walmart for $104.49, or Jet for $104.88.
A phone sanitizer to keep them and their tech healthy.
PhoneSoap will sanitize their phone in 10 minutes and also serves as a charger.
Promising review: "I bought this for my wife as a birthday gift and she loves it! It's perfect for a germaphobe, and so much better than using a disinfecting wipe. You don't have to risk damaging your phone by getting it wet. We even have our guests use it when they come over. I definitely recommend it!" —Brad
Get it from Amazon for $59.95+ (available in three colors), Walmart for $59.95, or Jet for $60.
A poster dedicated to the game that will always hold a place in their heart, if not in their iCloud.
Get it from ThunderDoam on Etsy for $15+.
A funky phone-print dress that screams "call me beep me if you wanna reach me."
Get it from from jazzydevil on Redbubble for $42.16 (available in sizes XS-2X).
A cable organizing case to help their travels go ac-cord-ing to plan.
Some people overpack shoes; others overpack gadgets.
Promising review: "I needed a cable organizer that was small enough to carry easily, and I found it in this. Not only can it handle my various cables (USB, OTG, headphones, etc.), but it's also equipped to store my flash drives. I would highly recommend this product, it's a great bang for your buck." —John C. Hall
Get it from Amazon for $10.99.
A sticker representing their most common state of being.
Get it from sebastya on Redbubble for $2.75.
An iTunes gift card that will make them so very appy.
Get a physical gift card from Amazon starting at $25. Get one delivered via email for a custom amount from Amazon here or from Walmart starting at $15.
A vibrator that syncs to their playlist if they are really, really into their phone.
It can function like a typical vibrator OR plug in to their device and vibrate to the rhythm of their fave ~sexy jams~.
Get it from Lovelife for $59.
Them momentarily acknowledging your amazing gift before returning to their screen:
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.
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