Christmas gift guide: the best tech gadgets and more for family and friends

It's that time of year again when most of us fret over what to buy for our loved ones. Fear not, though, for our Christmas Gift Guide can set you in the right direction, no matter what your budget.

With the help of our sponsors and editors, we've assembled a selection of gifts that we think are a great fit for families, gadget lovers, techies, and basically anyone who's hard to shop for.

From the standard stuff, such as iPod Shuffles, smartphones, laptops and tablets, to more quirky gifts, such as portable record players and Wi-Fi-enabled lights, we've got you covered.

Perhaps you want an ebook reader to convince an avid bookworm to go 'electronic'. Or maybe you know a rocker or two who would love a pair of killer headphones. Then there are fitness gadgets that are designed for training, motivation and wellness.

Click the image below to access the guide and navigate through the four categories to see all the gifts we've rounded up.

Happy shopping!