With Christmas fast approaching, you might not have checked all the boxes from your Christmas gift list yet -fret not for the Manila Bulletin TechNews Staff has got you covered. We are sharing our Christmas list of tech items all under P1,000.00 because in this economy, every peso saved matters and that you don’t have to break the bank to get your family and loved ones tech items that they will enjoy.

USB cables and USB hubs make excellent tech picks under PHP1,000 this Christmas season because they’re practical, universally useful, and compatible with almost every modern gadget. Whether for charging smartphones, connecting peripherals, or expanding limited ports on laptops and tablets, these accessories offer great value without breaking the budget, making them ideal for gifting to family, friends, or coworkers who rely on multiple devices daily. With fast-charging options, durable braided designs, and compact multi-port hubs now widely available at affordable prices, they provide both convenience and functionality that people genuinely appreciate. Plus, they’re easy to buy, easy to wrap, and guaranteed to be used, making them smart, thoughtful stocking stuffers for any tech-savvy recipient (or even the non-techie).

As a mom of four who travels often, I need gadgets that are reliable, practical, and budget-friendly. That’s why I chose the UGREEN headphones and the Orashare powerbank—all under ₱1,000. Orashare powerbanks are proven and tested, while the audio devices deliver solid performance without compromise, making them perfect for busy parents like me who rely on tech that works as hard as I do.

The JISULIFE Outdoor Fan Life1 is a surprisingly clever “under-₱1,000” Christmas gift: it’s rechargeable and portable, so the recipient can hang it anywhere — a baby crib, a tent, a dorm room — and instantly get decent airflow without needing a fixed fan. It runs quietly (≈ 30 dB), so it won’t disturb sleep or work, and with its built-in battery (≈ 9000 mAh) it can last at least half a day on a single charge. It’s got multiple speeds, a remote control, and a hanging hook, which makes it practical whether you’re indoors dealing with Manila humidity or outdoors on a camping trip. All of that for a price below ₱1,000 — hard to beat for an affordable, thoughtful, and practical Christmas present.

Keep your electronics—such as portable hard drives, USB cables, power banks, and earphones—neatly organized and well protected with this hard case, featuring thickened EVA foam and premium padding to shield your devices from shocks, drops, and scratches. Its built-in accessories pocket and holding belt securely store your cables and hard drive, while the smooth zipper closure allows for easy access. Designed to fit most 2.5" portable external hard drives, the case also includes a one-year hassle-free replacement warranty and lifetime customer support. The UGREEN Hard Disk & Accessory Multi-Functional Storage Bag makes for an affordable and ideal Christmas gift for your techie friends on the go - all at P450.00!

Junk journaling is in! For the scrapbookers and journalists out there, the Mini Portable Photo Printer is a gift that sparks creativity. This compact printer allows you to instantly print your favorite snaps and visuals right from your smartphone. With a 200 dpi resolution, the prints are perfectly good for the price point, offering crisp black-and-white images that add a tactile, nostalgic touch to any project. Price: P392.00

With more people embracing a fitness-focused lifestyle, the Massage Gun is the essential tech upgrade for gymgoers and dedicated enthusiasts. This device targets deep tissue to soothe muscle soreness, making it indispensable for faster healing. It comes complete with 12 interchangeable massage heads to ensure treatment for every muscle group. Price: P494.00

Fast-charging is in since phones have bigger batteries these days. If you're on a budget, go take a look at the Anker Zolo GaN charger. GaN chargers are lighter and don't heat up as much, allowing cooler charging. The 30W version can also charge some laptops. Price. P497.52.

Since I’m often not at home, there is a sense of relief when I can check on my family and our house even when I’m outside and the Tp-link Tapo C200C makes that possible all at P799.00 (if you’re getting the No SD Card variant). You can get the ones with the SD cards at a higher price. I would always connect through our Tappo Home Security Wi-Fi Camera just to make sure that things are fine at home. I use it so often that I wouldn’t mind getting more to install around the house, just make sure to change the default password to a secure one, so that hackers can’t get to it.

Hopefully, these items will give you an idea what to get your loved ones this Christmas season, in case you haven’t gotten them anything yet. It may sound corny and cliche but remember that it really is the thought that counts, and as long as you can spend the holidays with your loved ones then that is really the gift that counts. The material presents that we give each other is just a nice added bonus.