The Vergecast The Verge guide to holiday shopping
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Dec 6, 2023 
Featuring Victoria Song, a gadget expert, Dan Seifert, a seasoned tech reviewer, and Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, a technology news contributor, this discussion dives into the best holiday gifts. They tackle questions on smart home tech, weighing gadget compatibility with the Matter protocol and security options. Listeners hear about practical laptops for loved ones and the pros and cons of gaming devices like the Nintendo Switch versus the Steam Deck. Unique gift ideas, including a humorous take on a high-tech toilet, also bring fun to the conversation.
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Swimming with Music
- For swimming with music, waterproof MP3 players are best due to Bluetooth's limitations in water.
- Consider bone conduction headphones for awareness, but compromise on bass.
Bone Conduction Headphones
- Bone conduction headphones prioritize situational awareness over bass-heavy audio quality.
- They suit activities like swimming or running where hearing surroundings is crucial.
Clear Calls in Noise
- For clear calls in noisy environments, prioritize microphones close to your mouth.
- Wired Apple headphones or boom arm mics offer superior audio quality over Bluetooth headsets.