Katie’s Top Tech Media Tour Picks for the 2025 Holiday Season
Katie has partnered with these companies for this tour: Thames & Kosmos, ASUS, Shelfy, TextNow
We are officially in full swing this Holiday Season — and the tech gifts this year are next-level. Whether you’re shopping for the gamer in your life or looking for a gadget that helps your family keep food fresher longer, here are some of my top tech picks featured in my Tech the Halls Media Tour.
These products deliver on innovation, practicality, and wow-factor — everything I look for when selecting brands to showcase on TV and across digital platforms.
Thames & Kosmos – My Robotic Pet: Coding Chameleon
A 2026 Toy of the Year Award Finalist
If you have a future engineer, coder, or young inventor at home, this is a standout STEM gift. From one of my favorite educational toy brands, Thames & Kosmos, the My Robotic Pet: Coding Chameleon is the first of its kind — a robotic pet kids can build, program, and bring to life.
Learning Disguised as Fun!
• Three interactive play modes: coding mode, pet mode, and wild mode — where it camouflages to match its surroundings and even shoots its tongue out at “treats.”
• No screens required. Kids program movement using the included color action cards and the robot’s color sensor.
• It’s hands-on science and coding disguised as play — exactly the type of tech that inspires creativity and confidence.
This is a smart, educational gift that grows with kids as they explore robotics and programming basics.
https://store.thamesandkosmos.com/
ASUS ROG Strix G16 – A Gaming & Productivity Powerhouse
With 52% of consumers planning to buy electronics this season, and 1.86 billion PC gamers worldwide, it’s no surprise gaming laptops are topping holiday wish lists.
For anyone on your list who games and needs serious productivity power, the ASUS ROG Strix G16 is a major win.
Why It Stands Out
• Up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor — meaning lightning-fast speed and performance for gaming, multitasking, or content creation.
• A stunning design with an incredibly solid build.
• Engineered to push the limits of gaming performance while doubling as a reliable, high-power daily machine.
If you’re looking for a laptop that can truly do it all, the ROG Strix G16 delivers in a big way.
https://rog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-g16-2025/
SHELFY – Keep Food Fresher, Longer
If your family is like my family we love to eat and the fridge is always packed! During the holidays and beyond, keeping food fresh longer is a major win — and that’s where Shelfy comes in. Keep food fresher longer and save money with Shelfy.
What Makes Shelfy a Kitchen Essential
• Sits inside your fridge and helps food stay fresh for up to 12 extra days.
• Eliminates bacteria and reduces up to 80% of odors and pollutants.
• Features a washable filter, a long-lasting 3-week battery, and quick recharging.
• Optional app shows refrigerator temperature, battery life, and filter reminders.
Bottom line: SHELFY reduces food waste, saves money, and keeps your fridge fresher
https://vitesy.com/
TextNow – A Free Phone Number That Stays Yours Forever
The holidays get busy and expensive — so saving on your phone bill is a simple win.
Save Money Year Round
• TextNow is 100% free and gives you a real phone number to call and text.
• I originally discovered it because one of my best friends has used it for years.
• Unlimited calls and texts over Wi-Fi or their nationwide 5G network.
• Flexible plans starting at free — with no contracts, hidden fees, or trial gimmicks.
• Perfect for families, teens getting their first phone, or anyone looking to cut monthly costs.
It’s available on both iPhone and Android — and makes staying connected this season simple and budget-friendly.
https://www.textnow.com/
Final Thoughts: Tech That Makes Life Easier, Smarter & More Fun
From STEM toys to productivity laptops, smarter home gadgets, and budget-friendly mobile options, these are some of my favorite innovations of the season. I hope you enjoyed these top picks! And if you want more awesome gadget ideas — stay tuned, more coming soon!
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