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12 best Father's Day gifts on Amazon for the dad who has everything
Being faced with a ton of brands can actually make finding the best Father's Day gift overwhelming. This is what makes Amazon so helpful when you're in a dilemma: The retailer has a varied lineup of ideas for Father's Day gifts, including ones across categories like tech, small kitchen appliances, apparel and much more, many of which are on sale and eligible for expedited shipping with a Prime membership. Plus, Amazon sells products from top brands like Apple, Anker, Lego and other NBC Select favorites. The holiday falls on June 15 this year, and Amazon also has a disclaimer confirming if your gift will arrive before Father's Day. Below, we rounded up the best Father's Day gifts on Amazon to consider this year. The best Amazon Father's Day gift ideas in 2025 Below, I've rounded up the best Father's Day gift ideas on Amazon for each and every type of father, including products we've reviewed in the past along with some NBC Select staff favorites. Be sure to check shipping times to confirm that your gift will arrive on time and avoid showing up to the celebrations empty handed. Gifts under $50 There are a lot of true crime fans on our team at NBC Select, so I can say with authority that if your dad is an armchair detective himself (or just loves a good puzzle), he'll love this puzzle book from Murdle. It has 100 original murder mystery puzzles to help your dad get his detective fix without having to leave home. The puzzles include maps, codes, drawings and more — everything your dad needs to crack the code and solve the crime. If your dad is always on the move, consider getting him a portable charger to keep his devices fully charged while he's on the go. This powerbank from Anker (one of our favorite tech brands) is the go-to personal charger of NBC Select reporter Harry Rabinowitz, who says it saves him from stressing about his phone or earbud battery levels. Commerce editor Cory Fernandez also has this power bank and loves how quickly it charges his phone and Airpods and still has more battery left. It has a built-in USB-C cable (so no need to pack an extra charging cord), and is wallet-sized for easy transport. It can deliver up to two full charges for most smartphones, according to the brand. There's nothing my dad and brothers love more than a cozy pair of sweats, and this Father's Day you can give your dad his new favorite pair. These joggers from Hanes are made from a mid-weight fleece that's great for year-round wear, especially around the house, and have side-seam pockets along with a back pocket to help hold all of his essentials, according to the brand. They're also machine-washable on a cold cycle. MTEN Pickleball Set Nowadays, it feels like every tennis court has a space for pickleball, and now you can help your dad get in on the fun. This set comes with two USA Pickleball Association-approved paddles, made from a lightweight fiberglass and polypropylene material that helps to reduce vibrations and give your dad a stable strike on the court, according to the brand. The paddles also have ergonomic, sweat-absorbing handles, and come with four outdoor pickle balls, two grip tapes, and a carry bag to store everything in. Gifts under $100 Apple Airtag The Apple Airtag is our pick for the best iOS Bluetooth tracker for our NBC Select Travel Awards because of how easy to use and versatile it is. Rabinowitz says he uses his Airtags for every kind of travel, including short commutes and longer vacations. It pairs easily with Apple's FindMy app, which can help pinpoint the precise location of your tag within 30 feet, or the general location if it's outside of that range, according to the brand. Plus, Fernandez puts an Airtag in his wallet (with a holder) to prevent losing it when traveling abroad. This portable blender has a powerful motor that'll help to keep your father's mixtures smooth and consistent, and was also recommended to us by kitchen experts. It has a tumbler that fits two cups of ingredients, and includes two cups and lids to help store his smoothies, according to the brand. The blender's pieces are also top-rack dishwasher-safe. Everyone on our team knows by now how much I love my Lego sets, and if your dad is a Star Wars fan, he'll love this one too. It's a collectible model of the Millennium Falcon spaceship, including building instructions and 921 pieces of Lego bricks, according to the brand. While taking photos on your phone is quick and easy, this photo printer can help to make those memories last in a physical form as well. The printer connects to devices via Bluetooth, and includes a charging cable and a pack of Kodak photo paper, which is made using embedded dye crystals that remove the need for any expensive ink cartridges, according to the brand. Gifts $100 and up Amazon Kindle Paperwhite This is our pick for best overall e-reader because of its user-friendly design, and how easy and enjoyable it made reading — 'Using a Kindle single-handedly changed the way I read,' says NBC Select commerce editor Lindsay Schneider. The screen's brightness can be adjusted to your dad's preferred color settings, and the e-reader can also hold audiobooks (just in case your dad prefers to listen to his books instead). It's lightweight, compact and has no glare, making it the ideal pick for your favorite book-loving dad. This bird feeder is great for both bird watching experts and amateurs. It has a built-in battery and a camera with 1080P resolution, so your dad can view birds 24/7, according to the brand. It uses Wi-Fi connectivity that allows it to be installed without any outlets, and connects to the Birdfy app, which includes feeder footage and more. Aura Digital Picture Frame Digital photo frames are a great way to display memories, and this Aura frame is one of the very best. It's easy to set up using Wi-Fi, and your dad can easily add photos and videos from his phone to the frame using the Aura app, according to the brand. It has an HD display and unlimited storage, and your dad can also invite others to share photos to the frame as well. You can even pre-load the frame with your favorite family photos as a fun surprise for him to unwrap. Not only are these one of Sony's best over-ear headphones, they're also an NBC Select Wellness Awards winner. They're lightweight and comfortable with a great sound quality, and can last for up to 30 hours with a fully-charged battery, according to the brand. The headphones also have a very powerful active noise cancellation setting. Why trust NBC Select? I'm an associate SEO reporter at NBC Select who has given dozens of gift ideas for a variety of holidays and occasions, including the best zodiac gifts, aesthetic gifts, and fun-size gifts. For this article, I researched products across shopping categories on Amazon like tech, wellness, kitchen, outdoors and more, including previously-covered NBC Select staff favorites, and compiled the best gifts for dads to consider this year.
NBC News
02-05-2025
- General
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The SharkNinja pressure cooker has been recalled — here's what you need to know
If you have a pressure cooker in your kitchen, you'll want to pay attention to this news: On May 1, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recalled more than 1.8 million SharkNinja Foodi OP300 Series Multi-Function Pressure Cookers. The organization says it has received over 100 reports of burn injuries caused by the popular kitchen appliance. Below, find more details on what this announcement means, plus a list of pressure cookers you can use instead of the recalled SharkNinja model. Why was Ninja's pressure cooker recalled? As mentioned, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Committee just recalled more than 1.8 million SharkNinja Foodi OP300 Series Multi-Function Pressure Cookers because of reports of burn injuries caused by using the appliance. Over 50 of these reports included second- or third-degree burns to the face and body. People who sustained these injuries have also filed over two dozen lawsuits against SharkNinja. In the reports, users said that the pressure cooker had a faulty lid that could be opened during use, allowing hot food and steam to escape and potentially causing burns. As a reminder, a pressure cooker is intended to stay locked while cooking so that steam and heat can build up, creating a very hot environment for cooking food. The impacted SharkNinja products have a 6.5-quart capacity, Ninja branding on the front, and double as an air fryer. They were sold at retailers like Amazon, Target, Walmart and Costco between January 2019 and March 2025. The recalled model numbers can be found in the committee's official recall notice. If you have a SharkNinja pressure cooker, you can find your model number on the label on the side of the appliance. If you do have one of the recalled models, you are instructed to contact SharkNinja at 888-370-1733 or sharkninja@ and they can send you a replacement lid. Highly rated pressure cookers to use instead If you're looking to replace your pressure cooker, you'll find a few to consider below. All of these have either been previously recommended by experts, are favorites of an NBC Select staffer, or are highly rated. This 6-quart pressure cooker can also steam, saute, warm or sterilize — plus, you can use it as a rice cooker or yogurt maker. It also has a delay start function, which allows you to set a future cooking time up to 24 hours in advance. The lid and inner pot are dishwasher-safe and this model includes a rack that can be used to steam veggies or as a trivet for the inner pot. 'Whenever I go home to visit my family, I always use my mom's Instant Pot,' says NBC Select commerce editor Cory Fernandez. 'I love using it to make chili from scratch and it makes it so well that you'd think it was cooking for hours on the stove.' Another model from Instant Pot, this one can also serve as an air fryer (like the recalled models did). It has an 8-quart capacity, making it a good option for those with bigger families or who like to entertain. The large LCD is easy to read from across the room and some buttons allow you to save your preferred cooking times and temperatures, according to the brand. This pressure cooker has a steaming rack, air fryer basket and a storage cover. Our Place makes some of NBC Select staffers' favorite cookware, and a number of their products are currently on sale on Amazon, including their Dream Cooker. In addition to acting as a pressure cooker, it can be used as a slow cooker or to saute or steam food. It also has a hands-free steam release. Instead of most pressure cookers' stainless steel inner pot, this one has an aluminum pan with a nonstick coating. This pressure cooker has nine modes: pressure cook, rice steam, sterilize, oatmeal/porridge, stew/broth, bean/grain, meat/poultry, slow cook, saute, sous vide, ferment and keep warm. It has a dishwasher-safe lid and inner pot, and it comes with a steam rack and recipe book. According to the brand, the steam release button is also located on the opposite side of the lid from the steam vent to prevent injuries. This may not have all the bells and whistles of the other models on the list, but it can do the pressure-cooking job. You heat it up on the stove, and it has a cover lock indicator that lets you know when pressure has built up inside and prevents the cover from being opened until that pressure is safely reduced, according to the brand. Why trust NBC Select? Bethany Heitman is a contributor at NBC Select and a journalist who regularly covers topics like beauty, home and lifestyle.
NBC News
11-04-2025
- Entertainment
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Coachella starts today — here's what to order immediately
Those familiar with Coachella know it's synonymous with great musical acts, massive art installations and stylish outfits. While focusing on what you'll wear makes sense, you may also want to pack a few practical essentials, like a water bottle and other travel accessories that make life easier. Because as much fun as the music festival is, it also means long days in the desert and being on your feet for hours. To help you determine what may be helpful to bring to Coachella, we compiled a list of items that are either highly rated or that NBC Select editors love. Each item was selected to help you enjoy the concert experience. What is Coachella? Not familiar with this popular annual event? Coachella is an annual music and arts festival that takes place at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California and hundreds of thousands of people attend. The festival spans two weekends in April — this year, from April 11 through 20. The festival is held outside, and a few dozen musical acts perform each day. In addition to the music, there are several large-scale art installations, culinary experiences and activations. Last-minute Coachella essentials To gather last-minute essentials that would be helpful at Coachella, we considered items that we've covered previously and that NBC Select editors have tried and liked. We focused on necessities that will help make the experience smoother — like a refillable water bottle so you don't have to buy water constantly and a power bank to keep your phone charged. Your phone running out of battery during a concert is so not helpful — so keep a portable charger on hand to give your cell juice when needed. According to the brand, this compact, portable charger comes with a foldable USB-C connector and a 5,000mAh battery that can hold a full charge for your phone. JisuLife Personal Fan This personal fan lives in my bag during the summer months and I've used it at several outdoor concerts and events. It has three fan speeds and is rechargeable via USB-C. It also only weighs 3 ounces so that it won't feel heavy in your bag. Don't let a sunburn get in the way of a good time. Keeping sunscreen on you will make it easy to reapply whenever needed. This option has an SPF 70 and blends in nicely without leaving a white cast, says NBC Select commerce editor Cory Fernandez, who tested it for our roundup of best sunscreens. The flat shape of the bottle also doesn't take up a lot of space, which means you can fit it into a small crossbody or fanny pack. Simple Modern Insulated Water Bottle Staying hydrated during a music festival is a must. The Simple Modern water bottle, one of our favorite reusable water bottles of the year, makes it easy to have hydration on you at all times and will keep your water cold thanks to it being made from stainless steel and having double-wall vacuum insulation. This brand of hand sanitizers is a favorite of NBC Select associate reporter Bianca Alvarez. They kill bacteria and hydrate your skin simultaneously, according to the brand. This pack has three scents: wild watermelon, velvet peach and berry bliss. Pander Belt Bag This bag can be worn around the waist or as a crossbody. It is made from nylon, which is easy to wipe clean if you spill anything on it. It has a large zippered compartment with three internal mesh pockets, making it easy to stash things you need quick access to. The bag comes in over 20 different colors. Going with a group? Consider bringing a few AirTags. You can hand them to different people so your group can find one another if you get separated. The Apple AirTag syncs with your smart devices. Then, you can use your phone to see a map and view the exact location of your synced AirTags. Why trust NBC Select? Bethany Heitman is a contributor at NBC Select and a journalist who regularly covers topics like beauty, home and lifestyle.
NBC News
25-03-2025
- Business
- NBC News
I'm a beauty writer — these are the Spring Prime Day deals I'm shopping
Amazon's Big Spring Sale is here, and from now until March 31, you can find great deals across all major shopping categories including tech, vacuums and more. Anytime there's an Amazon sale, I always like to take advantage of the discounts and use it to stock up on my favorite drugstore essentials, luxury skin care and hair care tools at some of their lowest prices. To help you navigate the sale, I combed through pages of discounts to find deals actually worth spending on. Not everything that's on sale is always a great deal, but as a beauty writer who frequently covers deals from Amazon, Ulta and Sephora, I know how to separate the lackluster discounts from ones that are truly worth shopping for. This year, I found a few TikTok-popular brands that are currently on sale (like Biodance and Amika) so if you've been holding out on trying them, now's a great time to do so. Every item I highlighted below is at least 20% off and are NBC Select-staff favorites, expert-recommended products or highly rated items from brands I frequently report on. Unlike Prime Day, Amazon's Big Spring Sale is available to everyone, including non-Prime members. If you see something you love or need restocking, act quickly since availability may change during the weeklong savings event. Want more from NBC Select? Sign up The best Amazon Big Spring Sale beauty deals EltaMD UV Restore SPF 40 4.5-star average rating from 4,585 reviews on Amazon EltaMD makes some of our favorite SPF, including this tinted sunscreen, which has broad-spectrum protection and ingredients like zinc oxide and titanium dioxide. These two key ingredients are ones our experts recommend looking for in mineral sunscreens because they're keygreat for blocking out the sun and are gentle enough for those with sensitive skin. 'It also blends in amazingly well on my skin within minutes, which is difficult to find as someone with a darker complexion,' says NBC Select commerce editor Cory Fernandez. 4.6-star average rating from 93,338 reviews on Amazon 'My teeth definitely look whiter ever since I started using these strips consistently,' says Malin. 'They're easy to use, grip my teeth well and are very low profile, so I can easily talk when I have them on.' The at-home teeth whitening kit uses non-slip grips with hydrogen peroxide (an enamel-safe ingredient) to remove stains and brighten teeth up to 20 levels, according to the brand. 4.3-star average rating from 629 reviews on Amazon Since this is our favorite splurge-worthy neck cream, getting it on sale is a major win. 'It's incredibly thick, and one of those products I think actually lives up to the hype,' says NBC Select commerce editor Lindsay Schneider. 'It's normally pretty expensive so I definitely recommend getting it while it's on sale.' The cream combats crepey skin, fine lines and uneven tone and texture on your neck and decollete, according to the brand. Laneige Lip Glowy Balm 4.7-star average rating from 29,828 reviews on Amazon 'I keep this lip balm with me at all times and reach for it multiple times a day because it's so effective at moisturizing my often chapped, flakey skin and gives my lips a little shine,' says NBC Select reporter Zoe Malin. The sheer, slightly tinted lip balm's formula has shea and murumuru seed butter in it that locks in moisture and hydration, according to the brand. Biodance Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask 4.4-star average rating from 211 reviews on Amazon Lowest price ever This viral overnight face mask minimizes pores, improves dullness and of course, adds hydration back into your skin, according to the brand. As your skin absorbs the mask's serum the mask will change color overnight. 'There's something so satisfying about putting on an opaque sheet mask and waking up when it's completely transparent and glossy,' says Schneider, who always buys a pack during Amazon's sale events. 4.4-star average rating from 2,074 reviews on Amazon Lowest price ever Use this staff-favorite dry shampoo to extend the time between your wash days. It has arrowroot powder, sea buckthorn and mandelic acid in it that absorbs excess hair and scalp oils. The lightweight spray has a natural finish with no white cast, according to Amika. 4.5-star average rating from 511,578 reviews on Amazon After trying countless hair tools, this Revlon blow dryer brush is essential for NBC Select updates editor Mili Godio when styling her hair. 'It's so easy to use and makes my hair look and feel shiny and smooth,' she says. 'Plus, since I have fine hair, it takes me less than 20 minutes to style it using this tool.' It has three heat settings, a cool shot button and soft nylon bristles that help minimize snagging, according to Revlon. Olay Super Serum 4.6-star average rating from 231 reviews on Amazon This daily serum uses five key ingredients (collagen peptides, niacinamide, vitamin E, vitamin C and alpha hydroxy acids) to improve uneven skin tone and texture (including fine lines), increase firmness and hydrate the skin, according to the brand. Reviewers of all skin types say this serum absorbs quickly, making their skin soft, smooth, and glowy. Up to 47% off Aveeno formulas Up to 42% off Cocokind formulas Up to 25% off Sunday Riley formulas How I found the best Amazon Big Spring Sale deals All of my recommendations above are based on NBC Select's previous coverage and reporting. I also included products the NBC Select staff tested, including NBC Select Wellness Award winners. All the deals I recommend are at least 20% off and highly rated with at least a 4.0-star average rating from hundreds of reviews. Why trust NBC Select? I'm an associate reporter for NBC Select who's covered beauty deals and sales for over two years. I combed through thousands of deals to find the best discounted skin care and hair care products on Amazon right no. I then pulled highly rated products, NBC Select-staff favorites and expert-recommended items. I'm also a frequent shopper at Sephora, Ulta and other beauty retailers so I have a firm understanding of standout deals and what products and brands rarely go on sale.
NBC News
10-03-2025
- Lifestyle
- NBC News
These are the best exclusive Sleep Week deals for NBC Select readers
Sleep Week is officially upon us, and with it comes a ton of deals on bedding, mattresses, pillows and more — essentially, everything you need to get your best sleep possible. However, with all the sales going on, it can be hard to weed through them all to see which discounts are actually worth shopping. That's where we come in — as a special treat for our readers, we've gathered a list of exclusive deals on some of our favorite sleep products from retailers that we've previously tested and loved. Read on to take advantage of these NBC Select-exclusive savings before the week is up. NBC Select reader-exclusive Sleep Week deals This Sleep Week, we've teamed up with some of our favorite retailers to bring you deals on the best bedding products available. Shop discounts on sheets, pillows, and more with the exclusive deals listed below. Cozy Earth Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheet Set Cozy Earth makes some of the softest sheets available, and our staff especially love this bamboo sheet set. This fabric is extremely soft, cooling, and great for wicking sweat (making it an ideal option for hot sleepers), according to NBC Select commerce editor Cory Fernandez, who regularly writes about bedding and describes bamboo sheets as 'silk like.' Now, you can take advantage of 30% off your very own sheet set (or any other purchase from Cozy Earth) with code NBCSELECT. Cozy Earth Short Sleeve Bamboo Pajama Set This pajama set is made from a temperature-regulating bamboo-spandex blend, making it breathable and comfortable for hot sleepers, according to the brand. NBC Select editor Lindsay Schneider also says it's one of her favorite pajama sets because of the soft, luxurious texture. The set is available in seven sizes ranging from XS-XXXL. Peacock Alley Emily Egyptian Cotton Sheet Set This sheet set from Peacock Alley is made from 100% long-staple Egyptian cotton (which is softer and more durable than regular cotton) and has a 500 thread count, according to the brand. It includes one flat sheet, one fitted sheet and two matching pillowcases, all of which you can clean in the washing machine on a cold, gentle cycle and tumble dry on low heat. The set is available in queen and king sizes, and you can pick it up now for 30% off with code NBCSELECT. Deal: Save 30% on the Emily Egyptian Cotton Sheet Set from March 10-14 with code NBCSELECT Ettitude Cleanbamboo Sheet Set Ettitude's Cleanbamboo sheet set is free from chemicals and plastics, and is made using food-grade, non-toxic solvents, according to the brand. They're designed with 100% organic bamboo, which has a smooth, silky feel, and is hypoallergenic, making the sheets great for those with sensitive skin. The set includes one fitted sheet, one top sheet, and two pillowcases, and is available in sizes from Twin XL to California King. Honeylove Blisswear Nightshirt Designed to be naturally cooling, this nightshirt from Honeylove is made from a soft and stretchy blend of Lyocell and elastane, according to the brand. It includes mesh sleeve panels for extra breathability, and is available in sizes ranging from XS-3XL. Shop this nightshirt, along with the full range of Honeylove's bras, underwear and more, for 30% off until April 30 with code NBCSELECT. Tempur-pedic In our guide to the best cooling mattresses, experts told us that Tempur-pedic makes some of the best cooling products for sleep, and this cooling pillow is no exception (which is why it's one of our favorites). It's made with a dual-sided cooling gel that contours and adapts to your shape as you sleep, and includes a machine-washable cover, according to the brand. Hot sleepers will love using this pillow to help balance their temperature during warmer nights, and now they can get it, or any other Tempur-pedic pillow, for 40% while supplies (and Sleep Week) last. Deal: Take 40% off mattress toppers with code TOPPERS40, 30% off select mattresses with code CLOUD30, and 25% off sheets with code SHEETS25 More Sleep Week deals Below are more Sleep Week deals on bedding, sheets, pillows and more for you to take advantage of before they're gone. Why trust NBC Select? I'm an associate SEO reporter for NBC Select who has covered deals and sales for over a year. To find the best Sleep Week deals, I rounded up deals and sales on bedding, pillows, mattresses and more from retailers across the web, including NBC Select reader-exclusive savings from some of your favorite sleep brands.
