7 tech gift ideas: apple watch, oculus quest and more

What the new Echo also offers is a rounder shape that should fit in any room you place it and much improved audio quality, delivering loud, clear and well-balanced highs, mids and lows (for

deep bass) that fill even large rooms with full sound. And something you might not know: You can use it to call friends and family in the U.S., Mexico, Canada and the U.K. for free,

hands-free. 6. APPLE WATCH SE While the Apple Watch has been a sought-after wearable gadget since it was introduced in 2015, its relatively steep cost has kept it off many a wrist. That may

change with the Apple Watch SE (from $279), a sleek smartwatch that includes many of the same features as the pricier Apple Watch Series 6. These include customizable clock faces, sensors to

track your movement (like an accelerometer, gyroscope and always-on altimeter), and safety features such as fall detection and emergency calling. You can also use the SE for maps and

directions, buying items in stores, calendar reminders, sleep tracking and more. If you add a cellular plan (typically $10 a month), you can get calls and texts, stream music and use Siri,

even without your iPhone. Available in three case finishes made of 100 percent recycled aluminum, Apple Watch SE is compatible with all Apple Watch bands. 7. IROBOT ROOMBA I3 Some Roomba

robot vacuums can set you back more than $1,000. The Roomba i3, for $399, does a comparable job of powerfully picking up dust, dirt and pet hair. With a three-stage cleaning system and dual

multisurface rubber brushes, the i3 navigates and maps your home in neat rows, using smart floor tracking to vacuum hardwood and carpet. Its Dirt Detect Technology sensors focus cleaning

where it's needed most, according to manufacturer iRobot, and will even suggest an extra clean during pet-shedding season or when your area's pollen count is high. Use the iRobot

Home app or your voice (via an Amazon or Google smart speaker) to initiate the job, or set schedules to clean daily, whether you're home or not.