Gift ideas for a colleague

• Insulated steel water bottle

  Before you buy: Check how long it keeps drinks hot and cold, and whether the lid is leak-proof. A wide mouth is easier to clean and to fill with ice.

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• Electric kettle

  Before you buy: Check for automatic shut-off and boil-dry protection. A larger kettle suits a family; a compact one is easier to carry when travelling.

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• Portable Bluetooth speaker

  Before you buy: Check battery life, water resistance and whether it can pair with a second speaker. Check the return policy in case the sound is not what they hoped for.

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• Laptop backpack

  Before you buy: Check that the laptop compartment fits their laptop and is padded. Padded shoulder straps and a ventilated back panel matter for a daily commute.

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• Power bank

  Before you buy: Check that it fast-charges their phone and has the ports they need, USB-C or USB-A. Airlines allow power banks only in cabin baggage and limit their capacity; check before gifting to a frequent flyer.

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