The holiday season is fast approaching, and with it, our respective wish lists. Everybody has different preferences, but we can all agree that you can never go wrong by getting your loved ones the latest technology. A variety of gadgets have come out that can cater to a wide variety of needs. Whether you’re looking for presents for your parents, children, friends, or co-workers, there’s bound to be a device on the market that’s perfect for them.
During the season of giving, it’s important to remember that it truly is the thought that counts. Take a careful look at how these gadgets could better the lives of your loved ones, and you’re sure to give out some of the most memorable presents this year.
Here are just some gadgets on the market that make excellent holiday gifts:
Smart TV
The pandemic had us spending all of our time indoors for the better part of a year. We had to find ways to relax and entertain ourselves in the four walls of our homes. There’s no better way to do it than with our TVs. Watching your favorite TV shows or movies has come a long way in the past five years. Online streaming platforms such as Netflix, Hulu, HBO Go, and Amazon have become the go-to for entertainment.
Smart TVs allow you to connect your television directly to the internet to watch shows whenever you want to. Daytime TV viewing behavior considerably changed during the pandemic, with most people looking to watch shows between their breaks at home or have their favorite shows playing in the background. Whether you’re thinking of getting a smart TV for your brother who’s a sports fanatic or your girlfriend who loves watching romantic comedies on the weekend their guaranteed to enjoy this one.
Speaker/Virtual Assistant
Virtual assistants have become increasingly popular as more of us juggle various tasks at home that sometimes require quick access to the internet without pulling out our phones. Amazon’s Alexa and Google assistant are two of the most popular on the market. If you’re cooking and need to set a timer for your meal quickly or if you need a quick answer to a question from work as you take care of your kids, then these virtual assistants in the form of speakers can significantly improve your day.
These have also evolved further into home security products such as Google Nests, which allows you to check on possible entry points in your home right on your mobile device. This can also be connected to your home’s lighting fixtures, allowing you to have centralized control on your phone or simply speaking out to the assistant. Tech-savvy individuals will love this, and it’s a great way to show them how technology can make our daily lives easier for the less technologically inclined.
E-Book reader or tablet
The copious amount of spare time we currently have won’t stay for long. As the world continues to open up, we’ll soon be back in the fast-paced lifestyle we were once living. Now is a great time to develop reading as a hobby or pursue your other creative passions. Whether you’re considering an E-Book reader for an established bookworm or keeping up with different news publications, this is a gift that’s guaranteed to get great use.
If you want to take things another step further, you could also consider going for a tablet. Tablets not only serve as e-book readers but allow you to surf the internet, use streaming platforms, and download gaming applications, along with a whole host of other uses. These are also excellent gifts for artists who love to draw or paint. Applications like the ones from Adobe allow you basically use your tablet as you would on the computer. The bonus is if you’re using a stylus pen that really lets your creativity shine.
Computers
This one’s a no-brainer. Computers make for excellent gifts during the holiday season. The key is knowing which models best suit your loved ones, though. Different models suit different lifestyles, and the computer’s specifications should fit the user for the best long-term experience. If they’re someone who lives their life on the go, a laptop would probably be better than a PC they couldn’t take.
If they’re fond of gaming, there are great pre-built gaming computer options on the market that will have them jumping for joy with every win. An entry-level personal computer should suffice for individuals who primarily use it at home to surf the internet and help with daily tasks.
Whichever option on our list you’re looking into, technology will always be a great gift idea as it’s on almost everybody’s wish lists. Just remember to choose wisely, and you’ll have given someone something that can drastically improve their daily lives.
