Gifts for Grads: 17 Gifts Graduates Will Actually Use

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Published on May 7, 2018
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It’s that time of year when college graduates make the leap from students to adults, so gift them with gear that’ll start the new chapter in their lives on the best possible foot.

Here, you’ll find our top picks for gifts for graduates that they’ll actually use: 

Google Home and Home Mini,  (Shop Now)

Google Home And Home Mini
Google Home And Home Mini

Get that job search started — and on time — with the helpful Google Assistant, which can quickly respond to: “Google, how long will it take to get to my job interview this morning?” and help your grad get their career going. 

Fitbit Charge 2,  (Shop Now)

Fitbit Charge 2
Fitbit Charge 2

Help your grad jumpstart a healthy fitness routine with a Fitbit Charge 2, which is equipped with the company’s PurePulse heart rate system, a tracking and connected GPS that’ll help to monitor their runs, and alerts of calls, texts, and calendar notification that’ll keep them connected.

Asus Zenbook Laptop,  (Shop Now

Asus Zenbook Laptop
Asus Zenbook Laptop

From work to home, a laptop is a key addition to any new grad’s gear collection. At , this Asus Zenbook features a 13.3-inch touchscreen monitor, up to 7 hours battery life, and an Intel Core i5 processor that’ll let them multitask on all of their new projects. 

Apple iPad Mini,  (Shop Now)

Apple iPad Mini
Apple iPad Mini 

A portable, lightweight tablet, like this Apple 7.9″ iPad Mini, will give them a big powerhouse in a small package. With the A8 chip with second-generation 64-bit desktop-class architecture, the 0.65 pound device will be able to handle the most demanding of apps, including video editing software, right in the palm of their hand.

Fujifilm X-T20 Mirrorless Digital Camera,  (Shop Now)

Fujifilm X-T20 Mirrorless Digital Camera
Fujifilm X-T20 Mirrorless Digital Camera

As one of the best mirrorless cameras for travel photography, the Fujifilm X-T20 brings 4K video shooting, as well as panoramic shooting in a 24.3-megapixel sensor. Its 3-inch tilting touchscreen LCD let’s you play back your captures, which will be cleaner and crisper thanks to its improved ISO sensitivity.  

Nikon D3400 DX-Format DSLR Camera,  (Shop Now)

Nikon D3400 DX-Format DSLR Camera
Nikon D3400 DX-Format DSLR Camera

As a single-lens reflex digital camera, the D3400 boasts an impressive 24.2-megapixel sensor, an improved battery life, and a boost in low-light performance. The camera has Snapbridge connectivity (via the app), as well as a native ISO range of 100-25,600. The D3400 also lets you capture full HD video (in 1080/60p), and with quiet autofocus, and a built-in microphone that can record all of their exciting moments. 

Bose Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones,  (Shop Now)

Bose Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones
Bose Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones

For the commute, or for any-time-of-day listening, a pair of wireless bluetooth headphones is key. This noise-cancelling pair from Bose comes with the signature comfort cushioning we’ve come to expect from the brand, but with a new addition. This pair also comes with built-in Google Assistant, so you can ask questions, play music, and receive text messages without once looking down at your phone. 

Apple AirPods,  (Shop Now

Apple AirPods
Apple AirPods

No messy cord untangling with these Apple AirPods. These tiny but mighty headphones from Apple let you complete your suite of Apple gear, and will automatically turn on when the case is opened and connect to your devices. With more than 24-hour battery life thanks to the portable charging case, you can enjoy crisp audio for hours at a time. 

Fender Acoustic Guitar,  (Shop Now)

Fender Acoustic Guitar
Fender Acoustic Guitar

For the musical grad in your life, this solid mahogany Fender acoustic guitar will give you dynamic sound and a body that resonates naturally throughout their set. 

GoPro HERO,  (Shop Now

GoPro HERO
GoPro HERO

For the adventurer, this GoPro HERO action video camera can handle all weather (yes, it’s waterproof) all in a low cost and powerful package. The 2-inch touchscreen video let’s you watch as you capture 1440p and 1080p video, as well as 10MP photos, that you can share instantly thanks to its Bluetooth function and offloading option.  

DJI MAVIC Air Arctic White, With Accessory Bundle  (Shop Now)

DJI MAVIC Air Arctic White
DJI MAVIC Air Arctic White 

It can fit in your pocket then expand into a solid flying drone, making it DJI’s most ultra-compact drone yet. The unit includes a 3-axis gimbal, a 7-camera vision system, a 4k camera, as well as the company’s Advanced Pilot Assistance Systems (APAS) that ensures your investment stays safe, and crash-free, throughout its flight. 

Pelican Backpack,  (Shop Now)

Pelican Backpack
Pelican Backpack 

A sturdy package in which your new grad can store all of their new valuables, this Pelican Backpack is water-resistant with an outer nylon shell that keeps all of your gear safe and dry. Perfect for a commute, the backpack can hold a laptop, camera, accessory equipment, up to a 20-liter capacity. 

Tether Tools External Battery Pack,  (Shop Now)

Tether Tools External Battery Pack
Tether Tools External Battery Pack 

They’ll never be caught connection-less with this external battery pack from Tether Tools, which is loaded with a rechargeable lithium-power battery that holds enough battery life to power up up to 20 hours of an iPad Air 2 or 50 hours to an iPhone 6. 

Fujifilm Instax Mini 9 Camera,  (Shop Now)

Fujifilm Instax Mini 9 Camera
Fujifilm Instax Mini 9 Camera 

Give them a #throwback way for capturing their new memories in the form of the fan-favorite Fujifilm Instax Mini camera. Package the gift with an extra pack of Instax paper, and they’ll be able to snap their graduation party, and all other big moments they’re soon about to experience. 

Canon IVY Mini Photo Printer,  (Shop Now

Canon IVY Mini Photo Printer
Canon IVY Mini Photo Printer 

Make it easier than ever for your new grad to print out and share their exciting new Instagrams with a portable and lightweight mini photo printer, like this one from Canon. Printed on 2×3″ Zink mini photo paper, this inkless paper and printer use dye-based crystals within the paper to make the prints smudge-proof and water- and tear-resistant.

G-Technology External Hard Drive,  (Shop Now

G-Technology External Hard Drive
G-Technology External Hard Drive

Make sure their hard work and memories are protected and stored with an external hard drive. This drive from G-Technology can hold one terabyte of data at transfer speeds of 130MB/s, which means that they can plug-and-play and have their documents and photos transferred in no time.

Adorama Gift Card, Any Amount (Shop Now

Let them decide! From cameras, video equipment, audio gear, home speakers, and more, they can choose from a suite of graduate-ready gifts. 

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