Ever been stuck about what present to buy someone? Well it’s that time of year again when we all start scratching our heads wondering what to buy family and friends who seem to have everything.
Technology gifts are still one of the most popular presents people receive but for the giver they can also be one of the most expensive and complex. However, fear not, there’s now plenty of variety out there for the expert and non-expert tech alike, covering all ends of the budget.
Also, as young children become more tech savvy it’s not just teenagers and adults we’re buying this type of gift for. There’s the older generation too who may have started using the internet as a source of information and connection with family and friends but are now progressing onto other items of technology.
The rise of technology gifts has increased so much that Engadget’s gift guide now has 120 picks across 10 categories. That’s 84 more than 2015! The increase is not just because of the number of products but also the variety. Yes, for those who want to play there’s the still Xbox, Nintendo and Playstation but gaming has now expanded into virtual reality. It’s no longer a case of only seeing the game on your TV, you can see and live it with a VR headset. Even discount retailer Aldi are selling virtual reality headsets. Outside of gaming, VR is becoming the latest innovation in the movie industry, not only at the cinema but also at home.
Two big markets for this year’s Christmas gifts are home automation and wearable technology which offer really exciting presents when giving to those who love their tech gadgets. However, if you’re buying for someone who isn’t tech savvy but is interested in their health or their home (or both!) there’s loads out there for them too.
It’s true that some of the tech gadgets out there may seem a bit crazy but looking at the wider picture, this wonderful technological world we live in gives people the opportunity to express their creativity and innovative talent. We can give something that’s plain quirky but makes a great, fun present or something educational so you know the receiver will learn from your gift. There are some great tech based presents for children this Christmas, like the award winning Cubetto and the friendship bracelets Jewelbots both giving kids the opportunity to learn code.
All this variety may seem daunting but there’s so many exciting gifts out there to give those who are tech savvy and those not so much. There’s fun presents and educational presents and whilst it’s easy to spend a lot of money, there’s something out there for all budgets. And if you are buying a present for someone who really does seem to have everything, what about a smart fork that tells them when they’re eating too fast?
Wishing everyone a Happy Tech Christmas