The best gifts under $500 for 2021 – CNET [CNET]

Coming up on nearly two years of the COVID-19 pandemic has underlined for many the importance of friends and family and the value of putting thought into the gifts you’re giving to those you can’t be with. After all, if you can’t spend time with those you love, a thoughtful gift is the next best thing. If you’re really looking to make an impression, you can send an extremely generous gift, something in the $250 to $500 price range. And, if you’re in for that much, you want to be sure that you’re giving something completely awesome. 

Ready to find the perfect gift? This list will help you find just the right thing to order and send. One thing to note though: Because they’re unlikely to be easily found over the coming weeks, we’ve left the PS5 ($400 to $500) and Xbox Series X ($500) and Series S ($300) off this list. If you can get your hands on one, however, it would make a great gift.

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