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With graduation ceremonies wrapping up and Father’s Day just around the corner, the pressure to find a gift that actually stands out is officially on. Award-winning Digital Lifestyle Expert Mario Armstrong and IntheNews.tv teamed up with some great brands to highlight the season’s most innovative gear. Mario’s curated picks include a cutting-edge smartphone, an out-of-this-world building set, a budget-friendly phone plan for grads, Windows 11 PCs with perks for college students, and a custom gaming controller. Whether you’re celebrating a new graduate stepping into the real world or a dad who deserves the absolute best, here are the standout tech and lifestyle picks guaranteed to upgrade your gifting game this year.
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra helps users stay connected, organized, and present by simplifying everyday tasks, capturing meaningful moments, and making technology feel more intuitive and personal.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Designed to simplify everyday life, this next-generation Galaxy smartphone combines Galaxy AI with powerful performance and an advanced camera system to help users stay connected, organized, and present in every moment. Features like Now Brief and Now Nudge help streamline busy schedules and daily tasks, while Enhanced Nightography captures clearer photos and videos in low light. Tools like Photo Assist and Creative Studio make it easier to edit and personalize content, and the built-in Privacy Display helps protect personal information on the go. With long-lasting battery life, fast charging, and 7 years of security updates, Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra is built to keep up with every stage of life.
- Available for purchase at Samsung.com, Samsung Experiences Stores and national phone carriers.
- For more information, visit Samsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultra.
It gives kids a hands-on, imaginative way to bring their favorite Star Wars moments to life through building and interactive play.
LEGO® Star Wars™ SMART Play™: Millennium Falcon™ Set
Build and play inside the most iconic ship in the galaxy with the LEGO® Star Wars™ SMART Play™: Millennium Falcon™ set. Featuring four SMART Minifigures and four SMART Tags, this 885-piece set pairs with a SMART Brick from any LEGO All-In-One Set (sold separately) to unlock dynamic lights and sounds, including the hyperdrive jumping to light speed, laser battles and Lightsaber clashes. Fold out the top panels to explore a detailed interior complete with a holochess table and seating area. A thrilling build and play experience for Star Wars fans ages 9 and up.
- Available for purchase at LEGO.com, LEGO Stores and all major retailers.
- For more information, visit LEGO.com/en-us/smart-play.
For new grads starting to pay their own bills, affordable wireless and home internet with reliable nationwide coverage, flexible plans, and an easy all-online setup can make the transition to independence a lot less expensive and stressful.
Mint Mobile
Mint Mobile offers affordable, flexible wireless service that’s especially appealing for new grads starting to pay their own bills for the first time. Plans start at just $15/month and run on T-Mobile’s nationwide 5G network, recognized as America’s Best Network. Customers can sign up, activate service, and transfer their number completely online — including through eSIM, with no store visit required. With no contracts, hotspot capability, Wi-Fi calling, and simple digital tools, Mint makes it easy for recent graduates to stay connected while managing a budget, and right now, new customers can get $15 off any 3-month plan. Mint also now offers affordable 5G home internet for grads setting up their first apartment.
- Available for purchase and for more information, visit mintmobile.com.
Windows is making it even easier to get ready for everything campus life brings – from job searches and exam prep to game nights and downtime with friends.
Microsoft College Offer
Windows is making it easier to get ready for campus life—from job searches and exam prep to game nights with friends. From April 15 to June 30, 2026, verified U.S. college students can purchase select Windows 11 PCs and qualify for the Microsoft College Offer, with more than $500 in added value. Students can unlock a full year of work and play, including 12 months of Microsoft 365 Premium, 12 months of XBOX Game Pass Ultimate with access to hundreds of games, and a design-your-own XBOX Wireless Controller. Built for busy student life, Windows keeps everything running smoothly—from classes and projects to streaming and gaming.
- Available for purchase to verified college students in the U.S. who purchase a qualifying device from participating retailers or original manufacturers including Acer, ASUS, Dell, HP, Lenovo, and Microsoft Surface, while supplies of eligible PCs last.
- For more information, visit Microsoft.com/en-us/windows/back-to-school-offer.
