This Sunday is Grandparents Day. If this is how you found out, it’s time to dust off your credit card and make a last-minute purchase for a gift. If the walls of your grandparents’ living room are already lined with photo frames, maybe you need new gift ideas this year. You can shake things up by getting them something techy and fun. Here is our list of the top 10 smart gadgets that would make great gifts for Grandparents Day 2026.
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Samsung Galaxy S26
The base variant in Samsung’s flagship Galaxy S26 lineup is light, powerful, and super accessible to elderly folks, making it a great gift for your grandparents. At the core of the phone lies Samsung’s in-house Exynos 2600 chipset. Software duties are handled by Android 16 skinned with One UI 8. The 6.3-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X display has a 120Hz refresh rate and can reach a peak brightness of 2,600 nits. The smartphone is rated IP68 for dust and water resistance. Its rear camera array comprises a 50MP primary shooter, a 12MP ultrawide lens, and a 10MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom. The 4,300 mAh battery pack supports 25W wired and 15W wireless charging. Read our Samsung Galaxy S26 review for more details about the phone.
Apple AirPods 5
The newly launched AirPods 5 from Apple strike the right balance between design and performance. Even without the silicone eartips, these earbuds fit perfectly into average-sized ears, providing an airtight seal. The redesigned acoustic architecture gives way to features like Spatial Audio and dynamic head tracking. The H2 chip enables breathtaking Active Noise Cancellation. This feature can come in handy for your grandparents if they are easily perturbed by traffic sounds while travelling. A full charge lasts up to 4 hours with ANC enabled.
Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen)
Old folks have a hard time navigating complex UIs. The Echo Dot makes things simple by accepting voice commands. This smart hub can play music, create to-do lists, set reminders and alarms, and control every smart device in the room. The speaker is loud enough to fill the room. The audio clarity and balance are on point. The ultrasound motion detection feature senses when no one is in the room and automatically turns the lights off. The built-in temperature sensor can trigger the AC into action when the ambient room temperature reaches a certain pre-set level. You will have to establish these routines in the Alexa app for your grandparents, but once they’re set up, they will come in quite handy. Read our Amazon Echo Dot review to learn more about the smart speaker.
Samsung Crystal 4K UHD AI TV
Thinking of getting a new TV for your grandparents’ room? The 55-inch Samsung Crystal 4K UHD AI TV would be a sound choice. Its punchy display has a 4K resolution and a 50Hz refresh rate. There’s support for HDR10+ and 4K upscaling. There are 3 HDMI ports for connecting a DTH/Set Top Box, a soundbar/home theatre, and other devices. The speaker setup produces a 30W audio output that reaches every corner of the room. Other features include a voice-assisted remote control, Alexa and Google Assistant support, Samsung TV Plus, smartphone mirroring, karaoke, and more.
Philips 1000 Series Double Basket Air Fryer
Trying to get your grandparents to eat healthier food? Cutting out excessive oil is a good start. The Philips 1000 Series air fryer is a game changer, as it completely takes over the controls from the frying pan and cooks delicacies thoroughly without requiring any oil. Its double basket arrangement lets you cook two things at once. So, you can have fries in one compartment and samosas in the other. With a combined capacity of 7.1 litres, this air fryer can manage the cooking requirements of a small family. It offers 10 cooking functions, including frying, grilling, baking, and more.
Qubo Smart WiFi Video Doorbell Pro
This video doorbell from Qubo is the perfect gadget for old folks who have a hard time getting to the door. It saves them the trouble of answering the door when there are unwanted visitors on the other side. As soon as someone presses the bell, the camera swings into action and sends the live video footage of the visitor to the connected smartphone. The 3MP sensor has a 2K resolution and a 130-degree wide view. It can double as a security camera, recording 24×7 footage. The device supports expandable storage up to 1TB. It offers 2-way communication, which allows you to screen visitors before letting them inside.
Sony ULT Field 1
The Sony ULT Field 1 is a simple yet powerful Bluetooth speaker with a compact form factor and an amazing soundstage. There’s IP67 protection on board for dust and water resistance. The mesh fabric keeps the dust from settling on the 16mm tweeters. The audio output is clear and well-rounded, with a special emphasis on the low-range frequencies. The ULT button takes the bass output up a notch. There are 2 audio codecs on offer – SBC and AAC. Read our Sony ULT Field 1 review for a deeper understanding of its soundstage.
CMF Watch Pro 3
The Watch Pro 3 from CMF keeps a check on all the important health metrics without costing a bomb. If you want to monitor your grandparents’ vital health stats like heart rate and blood oxygen throughout the day, this smartwatch would make a great gift. The device also does a fine job of tracking the sleep cycle and breaking it down into different phases. A sleep score is assigned to the user based on their quality of sleep. Additionally, the Watch Pro 3 can be used to take calls and quickly respond to incoming messages. It can track over 131 sports and exercises as well. Dive into our CMF Watch Pro 3 review for a deeper analysis.
Apple AirTag (2nd-gen)
The 2nd-generation AirTag can be attached to luggage and keys to keep track of them. The live location of the tracker shows up on the Find My app on your iPhone. Apart from luggage, the AirTag can also be attached to pets, in case they get lost. The coin-shaped form factor of the device is compact and versatile. You can find several attachments, from collars to wrist bracelets, that go along with it. The built-in speaker emits a loud noise when you are in its general vicinity. This makes it easier to find it by ear.
Philips Air Purifier (AC2220)
The AC2220 air purifier from Philips would make a great gift for grandparents who face respiratory issues in the festive season. Its 420m³/h Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) is optimal for medium to large rooms up to 109m² (1,170 sq ft). The 3-layer HEPA NanoProtect filtration system captures 99.97% of particles up to 0.003 microns. The unique fan blade design of this air purifier keeps the operational noise between the 13dB – 45dB range. The Air+ app displays the live Air Quality Index (AQI) and gives you access to functions like Silent Mode, Child Lock, and more.
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Final Thoughts
These are the top 10 smart gadgets and tech devices that would make excellent gifts for your grandfather and grandmother on Grandparents Day 2026. Looking for something more niche and specific? Let us know what you have in mind, and we’ll come up with relevant recommendations!
