BUYER’S GUIDE
SMART GIFTS UNDER $100
THE BEST FINDS FOR YOUR FRIENDS & FAMILY
BY LEANNE HAYS
Ecoxgear EcoPebble Lite ($39.99)
This tiny Bluetooth speaker is dust-proof and shock-proof, not to
mention waterproof and buoyant, making it a perfect pick for your
outdoorsy friends and family. About the size of a measuring tape
and weighing in at a little over three ounces, the EcoPebble is
easy to slip into a pocket or hang from the included bungee and
take along with you for the day. The mini’s sound quality is clear
and distinct but not powerful enough to compete with loud ambi-
ent noise, and its battery life is surprisingly good for the size, last-
ing seven hours between charges. This speaker is an ideal option
for quieter activities like tubing, biking, or simply taking a shower.Epson Perfection V39 Scanner ($89.99)
Larger scanners are convenient for home and
offi ce use, but the well-named Perfection V39 is
the ideal choice for the family archivist or historian
who needs a portable option. Since this scanner
weighs in at only 3.4 pounds and is the size of
an average laptop, it’s a breeze to take along to
events and gatherings where old photos make
the rounds. Black and white or color pictures can
be scanned and converted to PDF or emailed, so
they can be preserved for generations to come.
There’s even software included to restore faded
colors and remove blemishes from dust!UncommonGoods
Kitchen Utensil
& Tablet Holder
($60)
The chef in your
life needs this
gorgeous utensil
and tablet holder!
Handmade in the
United States, this
speckled stone-
ware crock fi ts in
with every design
style from country
to modern. Large
enough to hold all
your most-used
utensils, it also
keeps iPhones and
iPads at the perfect
angle to follow
along with recipes,
and safe from wet
countertops.
CuffDaddy Silver 32 GB USB Flash Drive
Cuffl inks ($49.99)
These silver accessories come in an elegant,
hinged case and make the perfect addition to
any well-dressed gent’s wardrobe. While the
cuffl inks alone are a great gift, it’s the hidden
feature that seals the deal. Magnetized caps on
each cuffl ink can be removed to reveal 16 GB
fl ash drives! This fun and surprising way to stay
organized is sure to have coworkers asking,
“Where did you get those!?”Sphero Specdrums 2 Rings ($99.99)
This truly unique offering includes two app-connected rings that allow users to
create beats, loops, and music by tapping on the included keypad or objects in
the world around them. It’s tons of fun for every age from toddlers (with su-
pervision) to seniors. Each color creates a different note or tone, and you can
save, remix, and share your compositions. You can even play along with other
Specdrums users to create collaborative compositions!