Target is Making Seasonal Gifting Easier, Personalized and More Fun
Laura McQuarrie — November 13, 2025 — Tech
References: corporate.target
AI is transforming the way holiday shoppers search for and purchase gifts, and Target is simplifying the experience from start to finish with new AI-powered shopping features.
Year after year, online gift idea roundups provide inspiration that feels impersonal. The all-new conversational Target Gift Finder makes it easier to find fitting gifts by plugging in a few details about the recipient. And with Target's new List Scanner, Target app users can scan their handwritten lists to add items to their cart.
In-store, Target is enhancing the experience with smart navigation. With the newly enhanced Store Mode in the Target app, as soon as guests enter a Target store, the feature automatically activates and guides shoppers to aisles, and if an item is out of stock, it suggests alternate fulfillment methods.
Year after year, online gift idea roundups provide inspiration that feels impersonal. The all-new conversational Target Gift Finder makes it easier to find fitting gifts by plugging in a few details about the recipient. And with Target's new List Scanner, Target app users can scan their handwritten lists to add items to their cart.
In-store, Target is enhancing the experience with smart navigation. With the newly enhanced Store Mode in the Target app, as soon as guests enter a Target store, the feature automatically activates and guides shoppers to aisles, and if an item is out of stock, it suggests alternate fulfillment methods.
Modular Growth Gear
Parents are adopting modular youth gear that is adjustable, upgradeable, and serviceable to accommodate fast-growing athletes and reduce the need for full replacement cycles.
Question 1
Do you currently have any children under 18 who participate in organized or recreational sports?
Question 2
Have you ever purchased sports gear designed to adjust as your child grows?
Question 3
When your child outgrows a piece of sports gear, how much of a problem is having to replace it?
Question 4
What bothers you MOST about replacing outgrown gear?
Question 5
How likely would you be to choose sports gear that adjusts or upgrades as your child grows the next time you buy one?
Trend Themes
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Conversational AI Gifting — The rise of conversational AI gifting tools offers a more personalized gift selection process by understanding user preferences through dialogue.
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AI-powered Shopping Navigation — Integrating AI into in-store navigation systems revolutionizes the shopping experience by directing customers efficiently and offering alternatives when products are unavailable.
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AI-driven List Scanning — Advanced AI-driven list scanning capabilities enable seamless digitalization of shopping lists, bridging the gap between traditional handwritten notes and modern e-commerce platforms.
Industry Implications
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Retail Technology — The retail technology industry is experiencing a shift as AI increasingly personalizes the shopping journey, leading to more engaging customer experiences.
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Artificial Intelligence Software — The artificial intelligence software sector sees growth with innovative applications in enhancing consumer interaction and decision-making in retail settings.
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E-commerce Platforms — E-commerce platforms are evolving rapidly as they incorporate AI tools to improve product discovery and streamline purchasing processes for users.
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