

Technology has come such a long way and there are so many cool gift items that you can give to the people in your life that are totally technology obsessed. Whether it’s some cool phone accessories or the latest must-have gadgets, here is your personal guide to all things technology.
Sidebar: Some of these are really amazing deals and you may want to buy some of these for yourself.
Amazon Echo Dot & Fire Stick TV Bundle, $59.99 (originally $89.99)
Amazon’s Echo Dot & fire TV stick are some of this season's hottest gadgets and you can now get them bundled together for a fraction of the price. You can now get this bundle on Amazon for $59.99 instead of the usual $89.99. We’re not sure how long this will last but it’s one hell of a deal.
Sony XB10 Portable Bluetooth Speaker, $39.99 (originally $59.99)
A Bluetooth speaker will make a great gift for your music-loving techie friend. Don’t be fooled by its size--this portable speaker is said to have amazing sound and extra bass.
Nikon D3400, $499.99 (originally $899.99)
This compact DSLR camera is great for the amateur photographer in your life. Even someone with a little bit more experience in the photography arena can appreciate the amazing quality of one of Nikon’s most coveted cameras on the market. BestBuy currently has it available including two lenses, a carrying bag, and a 32G memory card. For $499.99. I dare you to try and beat the price.
Under1Sky Charger Trio Pouch, $35
This trio is any techie's dream. Help the tech in your life stay charged up at all times and keeping up with their charging cables and other tech accessories with this on-the-go lifesaver.
Q Designs Bracelet With iPhone Charger, $149
This cute bangle doubles as an iPhone charger. This makes a great gift for the person always in need of battery power but can’t keep up with a charger to save their life, much like myself.
Polaroid Zip Mobile Printer, $129.99
This small Bluetooth printer can print any photo on your mobile devices anywhere and at any time. Whether you're at home or in transit, printing some of your favorite memories is as simple as 1, 2, 3.
Kate Spade SmartPhone Crossbody Bag, $128
This super cute crossbody is great for the small purse lover who wants to be hands-free, whether their running errands or heading out for a night on the town. It’s equipped with three card slots so you can bring all your important things in one place.
Sharper Image Charging Station, $18.99
Turn one outlet in your home to your permanent charging station. This charging station plugs into one single AC outlet and allows you to charge up to three devices at a time in the dock.
Selfie Stick Set with Bluetooth Remote Shutter, $25.00
Have a friend that’s a self-proclaimed selfie queen/king? This 2-in-1 Selfie Stick & tripod is the PERFECT gift. It also comes with a Bluetooth remote to take photos so you no longer have to play personal photographer
Mophie Charging Case, $68.00 (originally $99.99)
Another great gift for the techie in your life that can never seem to keep their phone charged. Mophie may be one of the most coveted cell phone accessories on the market and it’s currently on sale for 30% off.
'He Said, She Said': Love Stories Put To The Test At A Weekend For Love
At the A Weekend For Love retreat, we sat down with four couples to explore their love stories in a playful but revealing way with #HeSaidSheSaid. From first encounters to life-changing moments, we tested their memories to see if their versions of events aligned—because, as they say, every story has three sides: his, hers, and the truth.
Do these couples remember their love stories the same way? Press play to find out.
Episode 1: Indira & Desmond – Love Across the Miles
They say distance makes the heart grow fonder, but for Indira & Desmond, love made it stronger. Every mile apart deepened their bond, reinforcing the unshakable foundation of their relationship. From their first "I love you" to the moment they knew they had found home in each other, their journey is a beautiful testament to the endurance of true love.
Episode 2: Jay & Tia – A Love Story Straight Out of a Rom-Com
If Hollywood is looking for its next Black love story, they need to take notes from Jay & Tia. Their journey—from an awkward first date to navigating careers, parenthood, and personal growth—proves that love is not just about romance but also resilience. Their story is full of laughter, challenges, and, most importantly, a love that stands the test of time.
Episode 3: Larencia & Mykel – Through the Highs and Lows
A date night with police helicopters overhead? Now that’s a story! Larencia & Mykel have faced unexpected surprises, major life changes, and 14 years of choosing each other every single day. But after all this time, do they actually remember things the same way? Their episode is sure to bring some eye-opening revelations and a lot of laughs.
Episode 4: Soy & Osei – A Love Aligned in Purpose
From a chance meeting at the front door to 15 years of unwavering love, faith, and growth, Soy & Osei prove that when two souls are aligned in love and purpose, nothing can shake their foundation. Their journey is a powerful reminder that true love is built on mutual support, shared values, and a deep connection that only strengthens with time.
Each of these couples has a unique and inspiring story to tell, but do their memories match up? Watch #HeSaidSheSaid to find out!
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Saweetie Serves Up Laughs & Fabulousness In This Makeup Tutorial
"Very bougie, very expensive, very exclusive, very icy."
Saweetie gives us a look into her makeup routine and it's a lot simpler than you think. Known for her glam looks and top tier face card, the Icy girl's routine proves that less is more and technique always wins.
However, it wouldn't be a Saweetie video without humor. Throughout the video, she shared hilarious stories from her childhood, including using lip liner instead of an eyebrow pencil to fill in her eyebrows.
Check out the rapper's ASMR makeup tutorial for InStyle below.
Lips
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Saweetie reveals that she likes to start with the lips and draws her lip pencil over her cupid's bow for a rounder appearance.
Highlighter
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She takes the highlighter and dabs it on the side of her finger first before applying it to her face. "Take it slow," she says.
Contour
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Next, she uses the Z palette to contour her face. "I like to mix a dark brown. This, with a hint of blush," she says. She proceeds to "tap, tap, tap" the brush all over her face.
Bronzer Over Foundation
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"I'd rather do bronzer than foundation 'cause once that flash hit your face, you gotta be able to really identify the features," she explains.
"If I don't have no contour, I'm gonna be looking like a blow up doll."
Eyebrows
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Saweetie is very serious when it comes to the brows. "We don't like a blocky brow, trust me I used to be that girl. Matter of fact, I used to do my eyebrows with lip liner and nobody told me about it," she reveals.
She shares that it took her watching a makeup tutorial to realize that eyebrow pencils even existed.
Setting Spray
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She ends her tutorial with the Saweetie-approved setting spray from Benefit Pore-fessional.
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