June brings many reasons to celebrate. The end of the school year, graduations, and of course, Father's Day. Those hard-working, humble and honest dads we all know and love want recognition too. While ties and tool sets are always a nice fallback, consider mixing up the offering this year with a snazzy and shiny tech gift.
According to a survey on Father's Day gifting by the National Retail Federation, the average person spends $113.80 for this holiday. Lucky dad.
Whether your budget is way below, way above or somewhere in the middle, here are 20 fantastic tech gifts for any deserving dad in your life.
20 Awesome Tech Gifts for Father's Day
C-3PO MIMOBOT (01 of20)
This adorably designed C-3PO MIMOBOT USB drive is a compact and very fun way for any Star Wars-loving dad to transport his documents, photos, files and folders with him, wherever he goes. With C-3PO, the force will definitely be with him. ($19.99 for 8 GB)
Aluminyze Wall Art(02 of20)
Aluminyze takes any photo and digitally infuses it onto a sheet of aluminum. Your picture is sealed in perpetuity on a surface that is UV resistant, scratch resistant and weatherproof for truly long-lasting memories. ($34.95 for 8x10”, many sizes and prices available)
mophie powerstation reserve micro (03 of20)
This mophie powerstation reserve micro charger gives most smartphones a quick boost when they’re running low. It’s small enough to attach to a keychain or slip into a pocket for instant access to power, whenever it’s needed. ($39.95)
JBL Clip (04 of20)
Big sound in a little package is just what an active dad needs for music, anytime, anywhere. The ingenious carabiner feature of the aptly named JBL Clip allows this Bluetooth speaker to follow him while biking around town, pushing the stroller down the street or hitting the fairways. Five hours of battery life should be enough for 18 holes. ($49.95)
Tile(05 of20)
Know a dad who is always losing his keys? Or wallet? Or forgets where he parked? Simply attach a Tile tracker to those all-important items and the accompany app will detect the Bluetooth signal up to 100 feet and help his locate his essentials. (4 pack, $70)
Fitbit One (06 of20)
For the active dad who wants a simple, yet versatile activity tracker, the Fitbit One is a great choice. Clip it to a belt to measure distance during the day and overall activity level, then transfer it to a wristband at night for sleep monitoring. All data can be uploaded to a computer or compatible smartphone for ongoing health tracking and goal setting. ($99)
LifeProof Fre Power Case for iPhone 6(07 of20)
Speaking of active dads, the LifeProof Fre Power Case not only protects his iPhone from water, dirt, snow and drops, but charges it at the same time. He’ll always have power while kayaking, skiing or just hanging out with the kids. Those little ones do have a tendency to drop and spill things, so this protective case is a must-have for any dad. ($129)
Polaroid Zip Printer(08 of20)
The Polaroid Zip is an amazingly small Bluetooth printer (it weighs 6.6 ounces!) that wirelessly connects to iOS or Android smartphones and tablets and instantly prints out 2x3” photos that dads can proudly display. The rechargeable battery can print about 25 photos per charge and it comes with 10 sheets of ZINK (zero ink) photo paper. ($129)
UE Boom (09 of20)
The 360-degree sound that comes out of the UE Boom is one that any music-loving dad will appreciate. Its compact size and huge sound means it can be the music source for any outing. And its whopping 15-hour battery life will outlast any party, even ones that are beach- or pool-side - it’s water resistant. ($199)
Leupold PinCaddie 2 (10 of20)
Acting as a personal digital caddie of sorts, the Leupold PinCaddie 2 is a handy gadget for any serious golfer. This rangefinder offers laser technology that precisely displays distance on the LCD display for more accurate shots. Its compact design and completely waterproof exterior is a boon for any golfer. ($249)
Logitech Harmony Ultimate Home (11 of20)
The Logitech Harmony Ultimate Home is the ultimate remote control that controls far more than just the TV. Entertainment systems (Apple TV, Roku, Sonos), home automation (Nest, Philips Hue) and even gaming consoles can be synced to this hub. This can replace up to 15 existing remotes, letting dads really rule the remote control roost. ($349)
Kenyon City Grill(12 of20)
For the dad who likes to grill, but doesn’t have immediate access to one, the Kenyon City Grill is the next best thing. This can safely be used indoors (and outside) because it is flameless and smokeless. It takes only seven minutes to heat up to a fiery 600 degrees, giving dads instant grillmaster status in any apartment or urban setting. ($475)
LaCie Sphère (13 of20)
A storage device may not be the most coveted gift, but one look at this gorgeous Christofle-designed sphere might change his tune. The Sphère holds an incredible 1 TB of data (that’s an estimated two million photos!), and thanks to high-speed USB 3.0, it backs up and transfers information almost 3x faster than traditional USB 2.0. A functional and beautiful piece that would make a statement on any desk. ($490)
Touchjet Pond Projector (14 of20)
With the Touchjet Pond Projector, you can turn any flat surface into a super-sized touchscreen – up to 80”! Based on an Android platform, apps from Google Play can be downloaded directly to the Touchjet Pond, and it can hook up to your smartphone or tablet. It’s small enough to fit into the palm of your hand and can be carried anywhere, which makes for those impromptu Candy Crush games pretty awesome. ($599)
HP Spectre x360(15 of20)
If dad is in need of a new laptop, look no further than the super versatile and powerful HP Spectre x360 with a 360 degree hinge. Its 13.3” screen is big enough for working on those presentations or watching movies, yet keeps the product at a mere 3.33 lbs. Intel HD Graphics, three USB 3.0 ports, 256 GB, backlit keyboard are just of the key features. And the 12.5 hour battery life is nothing to scoff at either. (Starts at $899)
M5 Electrical Scooter (16 of20)
The M5 Electrical Scooter is a super fun mode of transportation and entertainment. For the dad who wants to zip around town or maybe even ride this to work, this eco-friendly scooter will get him there at speeds of up to 20 mph with 20 miles per charge. The M5 operates on an electromagnetic motor, which means no exhaust or CO2 emissions for smooth and eco-friendly scootering. ($1,250)
SunBrite TV(17 of20)
No Father’s Day tech guide is complete without a TV, but this SunBrite TV will make any outdoor space enviable. Yes, it’s a weatherproof TV that can withstand bright sun and heat (up to 122 degrees), cold and ice (to -24 degrees), rain, humidity, insects and everything else the outdoors has in store. Now dad can revel in his big backyard while watching the big game. ($1,495 for 32” Signature Series)
Sony 55" 4K HD TV (18 of20)
If indoor TV watching is more up your dad's alley, this Sony 55” 4K HD stunner gives you the crispest HD screen for any viewing experience. 4K HD offers four times more clarity than traditional HD and this Android TV access Google Cast for access to a huge collection of apps. ($1,599.99)
Pedego Electric Bike (19 of20)
After watching copious amounts of TV, both indoors and out, encourage dad to get some exercise on the awesome Pedego Step-Thru City Commuter. This e-bike features a powerful geared motor with five levels of pedal assist mode and a cool handlebar throttle for full power. So dad can do most of the work himself or get lots of assistance, based on his desired level of exertion. ($2,595)
ZERO-G EXPERIENCE®(20 of20)
What to get the dad who has everything? Well, a once-in-a-lifetime ZERO-G Experience would be pretty stellar. For a cool $5,000, you can buy the lucky recipient a flight that includes 15 parabolic maneuvers of 20-30 seconds of weightlessness each. The price also includes pictures and a video of your acrobatic astronaut moves, to prove your intergalactic adventure. (Various locations around the country)
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