Still need a few holiday gifts? AI themed gifts might be the solution.

December 10, 2024

If you didn’t finish your holiday shopping during several weeks of Black Friday deals, here are some ideas from Sage, my ChatGPT assistant. 

 

Custom AI Portraits: Use AI art generators to create unique portraits of loved ones in different styles (e.g., futuristic, Renaissance, or abstract). Use an online provider to produce a physical copy in a frame. 


Smart Sleep Devices: AI-based gadgets like the Hatch Restore for improved sleep through AI-customized routines.


Custom Audiobook Narrations: Services that use AI voices to narrate a loved one’s favorite stories.


eBook or paperback on ChatGPT or other AI tool: There are a variety of choices, including books for beginners and for baby boomers).

 

Subscription to an AI tool: Options include ChatGPT paid version which includes more features than the free version and Adobe’s Firefly generative AI creative tool

 

Interactive Pets: AI-driven robots like Aibo the dog (he is not cheap, but darn cute! https://youtu.be/5ifwGc-0mAY) or other lifelike pets.


Coding Robots for Kids: AI-powered robots like Cozmo or Sphero Bolt that teach kids programming and problem-solving.

 

 

Stocking Stuffers and Small Gifts

 

AI Translation Pens: Great for travelers, these devices translate text instantly.


AI-Powered Joke Books or Poetry Generators: Create funny or meaningful gifts based on personalized inputs.


AI-Powered Key Finder: Devices like Tile or Apple AirTag that use AI to help locate lost items.


AI-Powered Mood Rings: Rings or bracelets that change color based on AI predictions of mood or biometrics.


Trivia Gadgets: AI-driven trivia games like the Quizbot for instant fun.


You can ask ChatGPT for a list of suggested gifts by price range, age, or other criteria. Once you get an initial list, ChatGPT will provide additional details on any items with a follow-up prompt or two. 


Don’t forget to think about what gift you want for yourself. Did you know that self-gifting is popular? It is estimated that approximately 83% of American holiday shoppers plan to purchase gifts for themselves. 


Happy Shopping! 

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