The Best Tech and Home Audio Gifts From Marshall and Google

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The holiday season is ramping up, and tech always tops many wishlists. From smart home upgrades to Bluetooth speakers, the best tech for the home can be the upgrade they’ve been waiting for.

When it comes to upgrading or setting up a smart home, it’s best to start by figuring out the gear you actually need. Options range from smart plugs, thermostats, and security cameras. A smart speaker ties all of these devices together, giving you hands-free control.

For anyone looking for a more retro tech, Marshall’s home speakers and portable Bluetooth speakers are a stylish upgrade, with rich room-filling sound. The brand also brought its amp-inspired look to soundbars and subwoofers.

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From smart home solutions to party speakers, you can check out some top tech gift finds that are available from Best Buy below.

Google Home Speaker

For anyone setting up their smart home, a smart speaker is a good place to start. Beyond setting timers and checking the weather, it can be used to control connected devices like smart bulbs, thermostats, and more. The Google Home speaker comes in a range of eye-catching colors and is compatible with other Google devices as well as Matter and Thread-enabled devices. Right now, the speaker is $20 off.

Marshall Emberton III

Not looking for a smart speaker? Marshall’s Emberton III speaker combines a retro design with surprisingly big sound. The 360-degree drivers mean you can place it anywhere for room-filling audio, and it’s durable and compact enough to take on the go. It also boasts impressive battery life, with up to 32 hours of playback time.

Google Nest Learning Thermostat

A thermostat is one of the best smart-home upgrades; it can help you save energy by adjusting the temperature based on your schedule, balancing energy efficiency and comfort. The Google Nest Learning Thermostat can automatically adjust when you’re away, and it can remind you when it’s time to change HVAC filters based on real-time use. It also includes a separate temperature sensor that can be placed in different parts of the home to help monitor hot spots or cold spots.

Marshall Acton III

If you’re looking for a speaker for home use, the Acton III from Marshall has a stylish amp-inspired look, with tactile buttons for controlling volume and playback and adjusting EQ. It’s a stylish alternative to more conventional bookshelf speakers (and takes up considerably less space). You can connect to it via either AUX or Bluetooth, and the speaker comes in a range of faux-leather finishes.