Dec 13, 2013 9:30 AM

Gallery: 16 Slothful Gifts for That Special Couch Potato on Your List

Photograph: Sean Marc Lee/Getty Images
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couch-potato
Everyone has that friend or relative that never seems to want to leave the house, or worse yet, the couch. Homebody, loaf, couch potato, lazy person, hermit -- whatever you want to call them, they're experts at living the lounge life. Here are some thoughtful gifts to show that you not only understand their lifestyle, but support it. (At least during the holidays.) Because hey, who doesn't wish they could chill out at home in their pajamas all day? *Image: Sean Marc Lee/Getty*
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Chromecast
Chromecast ---------- There are the couch potatoes who watch videos on their phones all day, the tiny screen pressed up close to their nose. Give them an upgrade by letting them beam all of those movies and clips to their TV with the [Google Chromecast](http://www.google.com/intl/en/chrome/devices/chromecast/?gclid=CLGcy73KmbsCFRBnOgodb2IAGA). The little gadget plugs right into a TV's HDMI port and is compatible with both Android and iOS, along with a bunch of apps like Netflix, Hulu Plus, HBO Go, Pandora and more. For $35, it's the perfect stocking stuffer. *Photo: Alex Washburn/WIRED*

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Roku 3
Roku 3 ------ Roku's [latest set-top box](http://www.roku.com/products/roku-3) is the ultimate device for streaming online content, from videos to music to pictures, onto the television. It's speedier than previous generations, and even comes with a few games to play with the motion control remote. Better yet, the remote has a headphone jack for the late-nighter who stays up watching action movies. At $100, it comes with more than 1,000 channels -- or apps -- so even the most avid couch potato will have something to occupy them all day long. *Photo: Ariel Zambelich/WIRED*
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Tonx
Tonx ---- Just because she's hanging out at home all day doesn't mean that your couch potato bud doesn't need fuel. Tonx makes it super easy for homebodies to stay caffeinated by delivering high-quality coffee beans right to their door. The beans are freshly roasted and come in 6oz, 12oz, or 24oz [bi-weekly shipments](https://tonx.org/plan_selection/new?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=e:tonx&utm_campaign=SB%20-%20Control) ($12 to $34 per shipment). You can also opt for a [gift pack](https://tonx.org/gift_bundle) ($39 to $199) which include goodies like a Tonx mug, Chemex 6-cup brewer, and [Baratza Burr Grinder](http://stag-komodo.wired.com/reviews/2013/04/coffee-grinders/?pid=3350). *Image: Tonx*

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Roomba 880
Roomba 880 ---------- Bleh, who likes cleaning? Not lazy lounge types. The $700 [Roomba 880](http://store.irobot.com/product/index.jsp?productId=28516906&cp=2501652&s=A-ProductAge&parentPage=family) is great for keeping a clean home with minimal effort. The low-maintenance robot cleans on a set schedule, and vacuums room to room -- on all floor types -- learning the landscape of your home. When it's done, it goes back to its dock to recharge. All you need to do is empty out the HEPA-filtered bin once it's full. You can get previous Roomba models for less, from $350 and up. *Image: iRobot*
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American Giant hoodie
American Giant Hoodie --------------------- American Giant's [sweatshirts](http://www.american-giant.com/men/heavyweight-sweatshirts.html) ($79 to $89) are the [Internet's most famous hoodies](http://stag-komodo.wired.com/business/2013/08/american-giant/) for a reason. They're 100-percent cotton, American-made, fitted and durable, with reinforced elbow patches and metal hardware to last. Most importantly, they're super comfortable. They're the best for watching TV, and if you *must* leave the house, you won't even need to change. The huge pockets are great for storing your phone and change -- nothing will fall out into the cracks of your couch. *Image: American Giant*

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Xbox One
Xbox One -------- The [Xbox One](http://www.xbox.com/en-us/xbox-one/meet-xbox-one) ($500) is just that -- a total entertainment system packed into one black box. It will be the center of a couch potato's universe with gaming, TV, movies, music, video chatting and more -- all available at a central home screen. You can plug your cable box output right into the Xbox and do all of your TV watching through the console. And for the not-so-lazy lounger, the Xbox will even let you multitask and do two things at once: Videogames and music; TV and Skype; Movies and music (OK, not all of these make sense). The Xbox One is responsive to voice control, so there's no need to even lift a finger. *Photo: Ariel Zambelich/WIRED*
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Kindle Paperwhite

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Nimbus
Nimbus ------ A quick glance at the [Nimbus](http://www.quirky.com/shop/596-Nimbus) smart dashboard gives you a read on your digital life. Four dials show the level of activity on everything from email, calendar appointments, weather, and social networks like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. The Nimbus syncs with both Android and iOS, pairing with an app that lets you customize what shows up on its screens. The $130 dashboard would make an excellent side table addition for the digitally active couch potatoes. *Image: Quirky*
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Soft Cities blanket
Soft Cities Blanket ------------------- Keeping warm on the couch is an absolute must. The [Soft Cities blanket](http://softcities.net/collections/all) provides that with a large fleece map of any city's 2-mile radius, a gentle reminder to your friend that there is a world beyond the confines of the couch. You can get a customized blanket ($190) in one of three color options -- a bright "candymap," a darker "midnight commander style," and watercolor. You can also include three location markers (e.g. Grandma's house, favorite restaurant, dog park), or just opt for a simple map ($130) of places like San Francisco, Manhattan, Chicago, and Boston. *Image: Soft Cities*

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Hosu Convertible Sofa
Hosu Convertible ---------------- With the [Hosu Sofa](http://store.coalesse.com/products/hosu-sofa/?kwid=productads-plaid^46623393987-sku^HOSU+SOFA-adType^PLA-device^c-adid^19109530227) you can relax *and* work from the same place. It has side storage pockets and cable passthroughs, along with matching lumbar pillows. You can get this sweet two-seater in six textured shades. At $2,700, it's a luxurious couch upgrade for any workaholic couch potato. (Yes, those exist.) *Image: Coalesse*
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Warming foot massager
Heated Foot Massager -------------------- Slippers are nice, but heated foot massagers are nicer. During the winter months, this [massager from Sharper Image](http://www.sharperimage.com/si/view/product/Warming-Foot-Massager/201791?trail=) ($40) will ensure that your toes are toasted and relieved with two modes of massage vibration. The fleece-lined foot slots are ideal for resting your feet during long movie marathons or while reading the Sunday paper. As soon as the battery runs out, you can just plug it into any outlet. *Image: Sharper Image*

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Panasonic ST60
Panasonic VIERA 60-Inch ST60 Plasma TV -------------------------------------- If you're looking for a gift to really wow your couch-bound loved one, then the [Panasonic ST60 plasma](http://shop.panasonic.com/shop/model/TC-P60ST60) is it. It's *the* TV to buy and has garnered high praise for its excellent image quality and sleek design. And for 3D nuts, it even comes with two pairs of 3D glasses. At $1,500, you won't even need to blow a ton of money on it either -- at least relative to other similarly-sized HDTVs. *Image: Panasonic*
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Ultrasonic Aroma Diffuser
Muji Humidifier --------------- The [Ultrasonic Aroma Diffuser](http://www.muji.us/store/ultrasonic-aroma-diffuser-large.html) ($120) from Muji is a sleek white canister that fills a room with the calming scents of essential oils. It works by vaporizing water with the oil to produce a mist, so even a pizza-filled living room can smell better. Also, it doubles as a lamp. *Image: Muji*

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Birchbox
Birchbox -------- Homebodies love any excuse not to the leave the house. That means they love anything related to delivery. With its [subscription service](https://www.birchbox.com/shop/gift) ($30 to $200), Birchbox sends out monthly boxes with five sample products. Boxes are customized for both women and men, and include beauty, grooming, and lifestyle items. Who knows, something in the box might inspire them to get out a bit more. *Image: Birchbox*
MoMA Store
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Sacco Chair Red
Sacco ----- The [Sacco](http://www.momastore.org/museum/moma/ProductDisplay_Sacco%20Chair_10451_10001_165543_-1_26663_26664) is the Rolls Royce of bean bag chairs. Designed in response to the hippie culture of the 1960s, it symbolizes a break in tradition. Armless, legless, and adaptable to the person sitting in it, the Sacco is ideal seating for the uber-relaxed. It's made of a synthetic leather stuffed with polystyrene pellets and even comes with a natural headrest that forms when somebody is sitting in it. At $520, it's only for your most special layabout. *Image: The Museum of Modern Art Store*

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Seamless
Seamless Food Delivery Service ------------------------------ If you're unsure about what to get your beloved couch potato, a [Seamless gift card](http://seamless.giftcards.com/) is totally safe and on-point. You can choose any amount between $20 and $500, for use in any of the more than 40 cities the company serves. That includes places like San Francisco, Seattle, New York, Los Angeles, and more. (Check if Seamless is available in your area [here](http://www.seamless.com/business/about/our-cities/).) The ordering process is smooth and easy, all done on Seamless's website. Food arrives at the door. Enough said. *Image: Screenshot*