6 Gadgets You Shouldn't Buy This Holiday Season

December 1, 2022

Everybody loves a new gadget on Christmas morning. And it’s natural to want to save some bucks when holiday gift shopping. However, those two facts combined can lead to some disappointed faces at the tree when the magical morning comes. Luckily, in our top story, we’ve listed some of the worst gizmos that you should avoid spending your money on this year. From aging earbuds to pet cameras and cheap drones, we’ll show you which presents stink and what you should buy instead.

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— Danny

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