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The Verge’s 2026 gift guide for dads

We've curated this year's gift list with the modern father in mind, whether he's a gamer, creator, chef, or simply a gadget lover.

✦ Extractive summary — built from the sources' own reporting•From 1 source•1 min read•Updated November 13, 2026, 4:00 PM UTC
Key points
  • Dads want - nay, deserve - something memorable.
  • Gone are the days when you could just buy your father a random tie or some leather-clad alcohol vessel or a shaving kit.

Luckily for you, it's not that hard to find something special that he'll approve of, and we're here to guide you.

There's a lot in here we think he'll like, from noise-canceling headphones like the Sonos Ace Ultra and an autonomous drone to a brilliant QD-OLED monitor and a nifty light that's perfect for illuminating his next campsite.

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