The Verge’s 2026 gift guide for dads

This year, why not get Dad a gift or two he won’t expect?

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by Ryan WaniataNov 13, 2026, 4:00 PM UTC

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Gone are the days when you could just buy your father a random tie or some leather-clad alcohol vessel or a shaving kit. Dads want — nay, deserve — something memorable. Luckily for you, it’s not that hard to find something special that he’ll approve of, and we’re here to guide you.