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Skip navigation! Story from Tech. We're a few days away from Mother's Day , which means it's time to prep your breakfast-in-bed menus, pick out a cute and kitschy card, and comb through your TBTs for the perfect Instagram throwback. But this year, instead of waiting until the last minute to order a weird and impersonal same-day delivery balloon-flower combo, consider getting Mom something she actually might need and want! Whether she's in love with her dog, all about her fitness, or selfie-obsessed, there's a tech gadget for every kind of mom. From smart watches to phone cases with built-in pro lighting, ahead are our picks for the best Mother's Day tech gifts.

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No matter the occasion Mother's Day , her birthday, etc. But here's the thing: When it comes to buying gifts for your mother, you shouldn't shy away from technology, gadgets , and trends. The s called — they want their outdated gender roles back. While vacuums and kitchen appliances are nice and definitely wanted you'll find a couple on this list , don't pigeonhole your mother with standard mom gifts.