New devices will be opened this week.

Photos will be taken.

Video calls will connect family across distances.

And that’s exactly how technology should show up during the holidays — quietly, helpfully, and in the background.

The real gift isn’t the laptop, tablet, or phone.

It’s peace of mind:

• Knowing your photos are safe
• Knowing your device is protected
• Knowing nothing is quietly failing while you’re distracted

This isn’t the week to optimize, upgrade, or fix everything.

This is the week to enjoy the moments those devices help create.

If something feels a little slow…

If a battery doesn’t last like it used to…

If you’ve been meaning to “check on things”…

That can wait.

In January, I’ll be rolling out a simple, clear way to check the overall health of a computer — no pressure, no jargon, just a snapshot of how things are actually doing.

For now, close the laptop.

Take the photo.

Enjoy the call.

That’s what the tech is for.