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Best gifts for co-workers under $50 on Amazon

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  • Fisher Space Pen (around $17)

    Fisher Space Pen (around $17)

    See it now: Fisher Space Pen on Amazon

    The Fisher Space Pen is a retractable, pressurized pen designed to work flawlessly in zero gravity aboard the first manned Apollo mission in 1968. Although there are now various models at different price points, this particular one sits in The Museum of Modern Art's permanent collection as a symbol of American industrial design. It'd make a perfect gift for any space or art-obsessed co-worker, or even just a co-worker who'd appreciated a pen with a bit of history to it.

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    Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

    Photo by: Fisher Space Pen

    Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

  • Amazon Smart Plug ($25)

    Amazon Smart Plug ($25)

      See it now: Smart Plug on Amazon

      Amazon's Smart Plug basically adds Alexa voice control to any outlet, so you can schedule lights, fans, and appliances to turn on or off automatically. It's simple to set up and use -- just plug it in, open the Alexa app, and start using your voice. No smart home hub required. If you get it for a co-worker, they'll be able to control their devices at home remotely while they're in the office.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: Amazon

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • Ello Jane Ceramic Travel Mug (around $14)

      Ello Jane Ceramic Travel Mug (around $14)

      See it now: Ello Jane Ceramic Mug on Amazon

      This is for that co-worker who always spills their coffee at their desk. It'll allow them to enjoy their favorite hot beverage from a ceramic mug, rather than a plasticky travel tumbler, but it also has a silicone boot and spill-resistant lid -- so it's an essentially a sippy cup, but for adults.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: Ello

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • Lightsaber Umbrella LED (around $25)

      Lightsaber Umbrella LED (around $25)

      See it now: Lightsaber Umbrella on Amazon

      It's an umbrella that lights up like a lightsaber. What's not to like? Your Star Wars-loving co-worker will have the coolest umbrella in the office, hands down.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: Bestkee

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • Lasko 100 MyHeat Personal Ceramic Heater ($20)

      Lasko 100 MyHeat Personal Ceramic Heater ($20)

      See it now: Lasko 100 MyHeat Heater on Amazon

      There's always that one co-worker who always complains about the A/C or cold temps. Shut them up for good with a personal space heater they can discreetly keep by their desk.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: Lasko

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • PhoneSoap 2.0 Phone Sanitizer and Universal Charger ($40)

      PhoneSoap 2.0 Phone Sanitizer and Universal Charger ($40)

      See it now: PhoneSoap 2.0 Sanitizer on Amazon

      Know a germaphobe? Then get them this UV-C light that promises to kill 99.9 percent of bacteria while keeping a phone charged all at the same time.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: PhoneSoap 2.0

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • Amazon Echo Dot ($50)

      Amazon Echo Dot ($50)

      See it now: Echo Dot on Amazon

      Introduce your co-worker to the Alexa ecosystem with Amazon's most popular, budget-friendly Echo device: Echo Dot. They can use it to ask Alexa to play music, answer questions, read the news, check the weather, set alarms, control compatible smart home devices, and more.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: Amazon

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • Brouk & Co Cord Taco Trio ($16)

      Brouk & Co Cord Taco Trio ($16)

      See it now: Brouk & Co Tacos on Amazon

      Know a co-worker who'd appreciate a practical gift that helps them stay organized? Then they might appreciate this three-pack of colorful "taco" cord keepers made of durable vegan leather.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: Brouk & Co

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • JBL Clip 3 Bluetooth Speaker (around $50)

      JBL Clip 3 Bluetooth Speaker (around $50)

      See it now: JBL Clip 3 on Amazon

      Warning: Only get this for your co-worker on the condition that they won't blare tunes in the office and annoy the heck out of you. It's a neat little JBL speaker they can hang from their keychain to get 10 hours of wireless Bluetooth streaming. It's even IPX7-rated waterproof.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: JBL

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • Fire 7 Tablet with Alexa (around $50)

      Fire 7 Tablet with Alexa (around $50)

      See it now: Fire 7 on Amazon

      This is Amazon's most popular Fire tablet. It comes with a 7-inch screen, has built-in Alexa, and can be used for everything from reading books to browsing the web. It'd be a great gift for anyone.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • inCharge Ultra Charging Keychain Cable  ($13)

      inCharge Ultra Charging Keychain Cable ($13)

      See it now: InCharge Charging Keychain on Amazon

      Does your co-worker constantly ask to borrow your iPhone charging cable? Then get them this little doohickey. They can carry it on their keychain so they'll never be caught without a charging cable again. It comes in nine different colors, too.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: inCharge

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • Tile Combo Pack ($45)

      Tile Combo Pack ($45)

      See it now: Tile on Amazon

      Co-workers who are constantly losing their keys or wallets are the worst. But with Tile, you'll no longer have to spend forever helping them look for their stuff. It uses Bluetooth and a crowdsourcing technology to help people locate their lost or misplaced items.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: Tile

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • Sugru Moldable Glue 8-pack ($20)

      Sugru Moldable Glue 8-pack ($20)

      See it now: Sugru on Amazon

      The co-worker who has a gazillion frayed cords -- from Lightning cables to MacBook charging cables -- will be amazed at the power of Sugru, a moldable glue that sets strong by turning into silicone rubber. They can use it to fix, bond, and seal cords, among many other things.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: Sugru

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • Philips Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock (around $46)

      Philips Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock (around $46)

      See it now: Philips Wake-up Light on Amazon

      Philips is known for its Hue lights, but did you know it also makes a light alarm clock? This lamp is a "clinically proven" light therapy device and alarm clock combo designed to improve your sleep, energy, and well-being. Get it for a co-worker who has trouble getting out of bed in the morning or who is suffering from the wintertime blues this holiday season.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: Philips

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • Rabbit Charger Duo ($50)

      Rabbit Charger Duo ($50)

      See it now: Rabbit Charger Duo on Amazon

      The Rabbit Charger Duo will secure to any standard duplex outlet and can simultaneously charge two devices at the same time. Plus, with its 28-inch retractable cable, it'll eliminate cord messes. It's ideal for someone who always has multiple devices on them in need of charging.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: Rabbit

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • elago W4 Stand for Apple Watch Series 4 ($12)

      elago W4 Stand for Apple Watch Series 4 ($12)

      See it now: Elago W4 on Amazon

      This is great for Apple Watch Series 4 owners. It's a retro watch stand designed to look like the old 1998 iMac. When your co-worker places their Apple Watch in the stand, they'll be able to enjoy the nostalgic feel of using an older Mac monitor. Perfect for any Apple fanboys (or girls).

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: elago

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • Recharge Apple Watch Power and Travel case ($40)

      Recharge Apple Watch Power and Travel case ($40)

      See it now: Recharge 1000 on Amazon

      If you have a co-worker who travels a lot and owns an Apple Watch, consider the Recharge 1000 and travel case, which will allow them to neatly use their Apple Watch charging cable while storing and safely charging their watch. Neat!

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: Techlink

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • iOttie iON Wireless Mini Fast Charger ($40)

      iOttie iON Wireless Mini Fast Charger ($40)

      See it now: iOttie iON on Amazon

      Smartphones that wirelessly charge are fast becoming the new norm, and so a fast-charging wireless pad is a safe gift, especially if it's an attractive one such as this iOttie charge in ivory.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: iOttie

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • Travel Genuine Leather Accessory Cable Pouch ($30)

      Travel Genuine Leather Accessory Cable Pouch ($30)

      See it now: Travel roll-up pouch on Amazon

      This roll-up pouch is handmade from genuine premium leather and is designed to keep cables from becoming a tangled mess. Get it for a co-worker who is constantly pulling out a ball of cords, wires, and adapters from their purse or backpack.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: Hersent

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • Mophie Powerstation Mini External Battery (around $25)

      Mophie Powerstation Mini External Battery (around $25)

      See it now: Mophie Powerstation on Amazon

      A low or nearly dead battery is annoying for anyone. Save your co-worker the stress of finding an outlet by giving them this rechargeable 3,000mAh universal battery that'll allow them to charge all their mobile devices, such as a smartphone, smartwatch, and more

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: Mophie

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • LOOP World Adapter Plug ($15)

      LOOP World Adapter Plug ($15)

      See it now: Loop World Adapter Plug on Amazon

      There are a lot of these types of devices on Amazon, but this one is well-rated and recommended by Amazon. It essentially lets you charge up without the hassle of multiple chargers, as it recognizes many charging protocols, works with several devices, and is fitted with UK, EU, AU, CN, and US plugs. Get it for a co-worker who loves to travel abroad.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: LOOP

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • Anker USB Type-C PD Charger ($40)

      Anker USB Type-C PD Charger ($40)

      See it now: Anker USB-C wall charger on Amazon

      This USB-C wall charger houses five ports and promises simultaneous multi-device charging at high speed. It's perfect for that geeky co-worker who has a slew of mobile devices -- from phones to laptops - that they'd like to charge at once.

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      Photo by: Anker

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • Mophie Power Capsule External Battery Charger (around $40)

      Mophie Power Capsule External Battery Charger (around $40)

      See it now: Mophie Power Capsule on Amazon

      Can you tell we think charging accessories would be a hit with co-workers? Well, here's another to consider: A compact, easy-to-carry travel case from Mophie that charges wearables and protects devices at the same time. It contains a rechargeable 1,400mAh universal battery.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: Mophie

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • Fire TV Stick 4K (around $40)

      Fire TV Stick 4K (around $40)

      See it now: Fire TV Stick on Amazon

      Got a co-worker interested in becoming a cord-cutter? Then get them Amazon's latest Fire TV Stick. They can stream from all their favorite apps in 4K, plus get access to Alexa voice control.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: Amazon

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • Captain America Alu-metal Gaming Keyboard ($48)

      Captain America Alu-metal Gaming Keyboard ($48)

      See it now: Captain America gaming keyboard on Amazon

      What about that co-worker who loves Marvel movies and PC gaming? Then they might appreciate this officially-licensed Captain America gaming keyboard. It's a bit of a quirk gift, but if you're bored of chargers and cable organizers, this might be the gift idea to go with this holiday season.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: E-Blue

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • Star Wars: The Force Awakens BB-8 USB Car Charger ($41)

      Star Wars: The Force Awakens BB-8 USB Car Charger ($41)

      See it now: Star Wars BB-8 Car Charger on Amazon

      This little BB-8 unit is perfect for Star Wars nerds. It fits right in a standard cupholder and plugs into a 12V vehicle power adapter (cigarette lighter). The head rotates and makes sound, but more importantly, it comes with 2 2.1A USB charging ports, so it'll charge your co-worker's devices.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: Hot Topic

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • Raspberry Pi 3 Model B Motherboard (around $35)

      Raspberry Pi 3 Model B Motherboard (around $35)

      See it now: Raspberry Pi 3 Model B on Amazon

      If your co-worker loves to tinker with computers, get them the Raspberry Pi 3 Model B. It features Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Low Energy capabilities. Just make your co-worker promise to show you what sort of creations they come up with when they get around to seeing what this thing can do.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: Raspberry Pi

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • U Brands Desktop Accessory Kit ($36)

      U Brands Desktop Accessory Kit ($36)

      See it now: Desktop Accessory Kit on Amazon

      For those of you with co-workers who hate tech but love anything rose gold, look no further than this modern desktop accessory kit, which includes scissors, tape dispenser, stapler, pencil cup, Monterey ballpoint pens, and large binder clips. It's like a cute office supply starter pack.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: U Brands

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • Bullet Journal (from $10)

      Bullet Journal (from $10)

      See it now: Bullet Journal on Amazon

      You really can't go wrong with a nice journal or notebook, but the Bullet Journal is especially cool. If you don't know how the organizational system works, see this $14 book here. It will teach you (or your co-worker) how to do bullet journaling. It doubles as a creative outlet.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: Poluma

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • WLIVE Mini Vacuum Cleaner ($11)

      WLIVE Mini Vacuum Cleaner ($11)

      See it now: WLIVE Mini Vacuum Cleaner on Amazon

      We all have that one disgusting co-worker who has crumbs all over their desk. Give them this battery-operated mini vacuum cleaner. It cleans up crumbs, dirt, eraser residue, and other debris. It can even be used to clean a computer keyboard or crumbs on a car seat.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: WLIVE

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • FOCUSPOWER F10 Mini Bluetooth Earbud ($25)

      FOCUSPOWER F10 Mini Bluetooth Earbud ($25)

      See it now: FocusPower F10 Mini Earbud on Amazon

      Looking for an affordable alternative to Apple AirPods, but don't want a dorky Bluetooth headset? Then check out this modern Bluetooth earbud. Your co-worker will be able to discreetly listen to tunes, answer calls, and more, while still keeping one ear free for other tasks.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: FOCUSPOWER

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • Brother P-touch Label Maker (around $35)

      Brother P-touch Label Maker (around $35)

      See it now: Brother P-Touch on Amazon

      If you know a co-worker who is organized to the max, then they'll love this label maker. It's like the king of label makers, with user-friendly templates and memory for up to 30 labels.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: Brother

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • PopSockets: Collapsible Grip & Stand (around $10)

      PopSockets: Collapsible Grip & Stand (around $10)

      See it now: PopSockets on Amazon

      PopSockets are a cute little gift for your co-worker. They can attach it to the back of almost any mobile device to instantly transform its capabilities. It works as a phone or tablet grip and makes it easier to take photos, text, watch media, and even wrap up cords.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: PopSockets

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • Mr. Coffee Mug Warmer ($10)

      Mr. Coffee Mug Warmer ($10)

      See it now: Mr Coffee Mug Warmer on Amazon

      This gift idea is pretty basic: It's a 17-watt mug warmer for use with coffee, tea, hot cocoa, and more. We think it'll suit any co-worker who is a huge fan of drinking hot beverages in the office.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: Mr. Coffee

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • Echo Buttons ($15)

      Echo Buttons ($15)

      See it now: Echo Buttons on Amazon

      If you know a co-worker who owns an Echo device, they might appreciate these Echo accessory buttons. They can be used with, say, the Jeopardy! skill -- basically adding an interactive way to play the game through a compatible Echo device.

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: Amazon

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

    • Sideclick Remotes ($30)

      Sideclick Remotes ($30)

      See it now: Sideclick Remotes on Amazon

      Here's a universal remote attachment for the Amazon Fire TV remote, Roku remote, or any IR remote. The Sideclick will let your co-worker more easily control the basic functions of their TV, receiver, sound bar, blu ray, and streaming media player all-in-one

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      Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

      Photo by: Sideclick

      Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

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    By Élyse Betters-Picaro for Business Bargain Hunter | October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT) | Topic: Hardware

    • Fisher Space Pen (around $17)
    • Amazon Smart Plug ($25)
    • Ello Jane Ceramic Travel Mug (around $14)
    • Lightsaber Umbrella LED (around $25)
    • Lasko 100 MyHeat Personal Ceramic Heater ($20)
    • PhoneSoap 2.0 Phone Sanitizer and Universal Charger ($40)
    • Amazon Echo Dot ($50)
    • Brouk & Co Cord Taco Trio ($16)
    • JBL Clip 3 Bluetooth Speaker (around $50)
    • Fire 7 Tablet with Alexa (around $50)
    • inCharge Ultra Charging Keychain Cable  ($13)
    • Tile Combo Pack ($45)
    • Sugru Moldable Glue 8-pack ($20)
    • Philips Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock (around $46)
    • Rabbit Charger Duo ($50)
    • elago W4 Stand for Apple Watch Series 4 ($12)
    • Recharge Apple Watch Power and Travel case ($40)
    • iOttie iON Wireless Mini Fast Charger ($40)
    • Travel Genuine Leather Accessory Cable Pouch ($30)
    • Mophie Powerstation Mini External Battery (around $25)
    • LOOP World Adapter Plug ($15)
    • Anker USB Type-C PD Charger ($40)
    • Mophie Power Capsule External Battery Charger (around $40)
    • Fire TV Stick 4K (around $40)
    • Captain America Alu-metal Gaming Keyboard ($48)
    • Star Wars: The Force Awakens BB-8 USB Car Charger ($41)
    • Raspberry Pi 3 Model B Motherboard (around $35)
    • U Brands Desktop Accessory Kit ($36)
    • Bullet Journal (from $10)
    • WLIVE Mini Vacuum Cleaner ($11)
    • FOCUSPOWER F10 Mini Bluetooth Earbud ($25)
    • Brother P-touch Label Maker (around $35)
    • PopSockets: Collapsible Grip & Stand (around $10)
    • Mr. Coffee Mug Warmer ($10)
    • Echo Buttons ($15)
    • Sideclick Remotes ($30)

    Shopping for co-workers is rough. You don't want to spend a lot, but you also don't want to be a cheapskate. And, hopefully, you want to get something they'll like. To make the holidays less stressful this year, we've done the hard work for you and found the perfect, budget-friendly gifts. You're welcome.

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    Star Wars: The Force Awakens BB-8 USB Car Charger ($41)

    See it now: Star Wars BB-8 Car Charger on Amazon

    This little BB-8 unit is perfect for Star Wars nerds. It fits right in a standard cupholder and plugs into a 12V vehicle power adapter (cigarette lighter). The head rotates and makes sound, but more importantly, it comes with 2 2.1A USB charging ports, so it'll charge your co-worker's devices.

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    Published: October 31, 2018 -- 10:18 GMT (03:18 PDT)

    Caption by: Élyse Betters-Picaro

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