With Father’s Day coming up, if you’re looking for some inspiration to get a present for your Father, gadgets can make an excellent Gift. There are lots of gadgets in the market but if you are not sure of the right one to get, here is our definitive list of the top 20 gadgets to buy for Father’s Day.
1. Amazon Fire HD 8 Tablet
The Amazon Fire HD 8 would be a great gift this Father’s Day if they’re looking for a tablet (without costing you too much). It’s portable, colourful and has a snappy processor at 1.3GHz that ensures speed when working on any common task. With an 8″ display, up to 12 hours battery life and expandable storage, it’s a great entry point for a tablet.
Just be aware that, utilising the features of the Amazon Fire HD requires an Amazon Prime account. So if they’re already stuck in their ways with Apple’s App Store or Google’s Play Store, this may not be the solution for them.
Buy From: Amazon.com
Price: $89.99
2. Google Pixel and Pixel XL
The Google Pixel and Pixel XL smartphones will be a beautiful Father’s Day gift for your loved one who is an Android phone freak. Their features include strong battery life, excellent HD camera, impressive display and the latest Google Assistant.
The main difference between Google Pixel and Google Pixel XL is the screen size. Google Pixel is 5″ while Google Pixel XL is 5.5″. Both come with impressive tech specs and storage varying from 32GB to 128GB.
Buy From: Selection of Retailers
Price: $649 outright or from $10 per month
3. Apple TV (4th Generation)
Tech challenged father’s will love the Latest Apple TV. Its features include a Siri-enabled remote with voice and touch control, A8 processor and a refreshed user interface.
Besides providing its users with a catalogue of Apple’s TV shows and movies, it also has an App store for games and third party applications.
Buy From: Apple
Price: From $149
4. Google Home
The Google Home smart speaker is a beautiful gift for every home. It’s stylish and has some impressive features that far surpass its initial impressions.
These include playing music, setting timers, sending information to your phone, answering questions, controlling appliances connected to it and a host of others. Who wouldn’t want a gadget like this on Father’s Day?
Buy From: Select Retailers
Price: $129
5. Apple Watch Series 2
For users of Apple iPhone, the new Apple Watch Series will be a great delight. It’s an improvement over the Series 1 model it replaced, and it’s water-resistant.
Apple also furnished the Series 2 with GPS and a brilliant display that improves visibility even under the sun. However be aware that a new version is rumoured to be around the corner at this year’s WWDC conference.
Buy From: Apple
Price: From $369
6. Samsung T3 Portable SSD
The Samsung T3 Portable SSD is fast, with sophisticated encryption, shock-resistant build, and a password protection to enhance security. The device has a storage capacity of 2TB.
The device can be connected to a PC, Mac or smartphones, and tablets that are compatible with the USB Type-C.
Buy From: Amazon
Price: From $197
7. Anki Cozmo
Gadget lovers of all ages will love the Anki Cozmo. It is an adorable little robot with some impressive features. Cozmo is sophisticated and can identify its owner, play games, and express feelings.
More features can be added to Cozmo using a developer platform.
Buy From: Anki
Price: $179
8. Apple iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus
If your father is an apple fan, then an excellent gift choice is the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus smartphones by Apple. Their unique attractions include unprecedented cameras, powerful hardware, and stereo speakers. They are also waterproof. Now that’s super cool.
However, be warned, the iPhone 8 is on the way and is rumoured to have a bigger overhaul of specs and design than that of the evolution from the iPhone 6 to the 7. Expect an announcement for it around Q3 of this year.
Buy From: Apple
Price: From $649
9. Fitbit Charge 2
The new Fitbit Charge 2, is a beautiful gift choice for the family this Father’s Day. It is an easy to use fitness tracker with features such as connected GPS (using your phone), changeable wristbands, heart-rate tracking, delivering smartphone notifications including calls, texts and calendar invites.
It also allows users to carry out personalised breathing exercises. The bigger screen is a welcome addition to the Fitbit family from its predecessor, the Fitbit Charge HR.
Buy From: Fitbit
Price: From $129
10. Beats Powerbeats 3 Wireless Earbuds
This is an ideal gift for those who like to work out and stay active. The Beats Powerbeats 3 wireless headphones are light and comfy with an excellent battery, lasting up to 12 hours on a single charge.
As expected from Beats, they deliver great sound and are available in different colours. You can also answer calls from your phone with the attached control.
Buy From: Apple
Price: From $199
11. UE BOOM 2 Bluetooth Speaker
The UE BOOM 2 is obtainable in a variety of attractive colours and it produces authentic 360-degree sound. It’s also waterproof and portable making it the ideal companion.
One of the finest choices in its price range, this gadget will make a lovely Father’s Day gift.
Buy From: UE
Price: From $199
12. Tile Slim Tracker
Do you have a father who never seems to know the whereabout of their purse or other possessions? Then you should consider getting them the Slim Tracker by Tile. This gadget will help them locate their purse if it is within Bluetooth range.
It is portable and has a battery that can last for a year. If you’re looking for other variations for keys etc, Tile also has you covered with different sizes.
Buy From: Tile
Price: From $30
13. Amazon Kindle Paperwhite E-Reader
For father’s who enjoy reading, you can surprise them with Amazon’s Kindle Paperwhite.
This E-reader is light with a brilliant display, WiFi connectivity, long lasting battery, and adjustable light.
Buy From: Amazon
Price: $119
14. Nomad Key for iPhone & Android
Owners of Apple and Android hardware would appreciate this gift as it cuts out the hassle of forgetting a connecting cable.
It is compact and suitable for all Apple gadgets with a lightning port or micro USB.
Buy From: Nomad
Price: $14.95
15. SteelSeries Arctic Gaming Headset
This innovation by SteelSeries is available in three variations. It is perfect for gamers of all ages or individuals who enjoy loud music.
The sound quality is excellent with ultra-sensitive microphone suitable for in-game trash conversation, and Skype calls.
Buy From: Arctis
Price: From $99
16. MEE audio Pinnacle P1 In-Ear Headphones
This gadget delivers high sound quality, and it is comfortable to use. The earbuds have stunning zinc alloy housings, interchangeable cables, a protective case and ear tips to assist users to find the right fit.
These are some features that make this gadget a suitable Father’s Day gift.
Buy From: MEE
Price: From $199
17. Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II
Canon’s PowerShot G7 X Mark II is a great gift for both amateur and professional photographers. Its main features are a large 1-inch sensor, an adjustable zoom lens with sizeable aperture, a tilting display, a fast image processor and smartphone connectivity.
Also, users can easily swap from automatic to manual control.
Buy From: Canon
Price: From $679
18. Amazon Echo Dot
For those in your life who have not experienced the joy of having smart home products, the Amazon Echo Dot will thrill them.
The device can connect to speakers and obey voice commands such as ordering pizza, playing music, among other things.
Buy From: Amazon
Price: From $49
19. Logitech Harmony Elite
The Logitech Harmony Elite with WiFi connectivity is a universal remote control. It also has a colour touch screen and a free app that allows you to use your smartphone as a remote.
The remote controls almost every electronic device available in a house, including gaming consoles, televisions, sound systems, streaming devices and the likes.
Buy From: Logitech
Price: $349
20. The New MacBook
The MacBook Pro features an advanced Touch Bar, which provides valuable tools and shortcuts for the apps in use. It also features Touch ID which enhances the security of your notebook and allows you to use Apple pay.
The keyboard, battery life, trackpad and visual quality among others make the MacBook Pro trendy and more sturdy than the previous model.
This will be the perfect gift for your father who needs a flashy new laptop.
Buy From: Apple
Price: From $1,799
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