In each case, the common thread was simple: these gadgets made people smile, and they kept doing it long after the unboxing.

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The holidays are exciting, fun, and even a little bit magical, but they can also get hectic. The longer your nice list, the more likely you are to feel the pressure of getting everything done on time.