The Verge’s 2022 Graduation Gift Guide
Finishing school during the pandemic is an accomplishment on a whole other level. Even with the introduction of vaccines and boosters last year, the pandemic has made life hard for all of us, particularly students. Not only have they had to deal with the challenges of remote learning and exams, but they’ve had to cope with an unprecedented level of social isolation, instability, and uncertainty. Yet, despite all of this, they finished. That’s why, this year, graduates deserve something even more special to honor that fact.
Here, we’ve compiled a list of practical and fun products that celebrate this impressive accomplishment while helping high school and college graduates transition more easily into the next phase of their lives. Our picks range from classic Carhartt beanies ($16.99) and excellent laptops like the HP Spectre x360 14 ($1,099.99) to true wireless earbuds like Apple’s third-gen AirPods ($169) and Sony’s WF-1000XM4 ($248). We also have picks to help your grad cook, clean, and have some fun — that is, when they’re not busy with work or their next stage in school.
Feel free to pursue our list of recommendations below, whether you’re looking to pick a gift up today or merely glean some inspiration for a later date.
Price Range
Under $20 $20 to $50 $50 to $150 $150 to $400 $400+
Carhartt's acrylic beanies will make for a welcome present if your giftee is moving somewhere cooler for school or work or if they're simply looking to add a touch of flair to their wardrobe. The cuffed skullcaps come in nearly 30 colors and pair well with pretty much everything, which is probably why everyone from Jake Gyllenhaal to Frank Ocean has been seen donning them in the wild.Price: $16.99
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Carhartt
A portable charger
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