Introduction
We're all familiar with the standard gift-giving tropes. You know, the ones you've seen in every rom-com and Hallmark movie ever made? That's why we've decided to try something different this year and focus on gifts that are sure to please anyone who loves gadgets! Here are some tips on how to choose presents that will thrill your favorite gadget enthusiast:
Consider what's happening in their life right now
For example, if they just got a promotion at work or just had a baby (or both!), it makes sense to give them something that celebrates those milestones. However, if they're facing a significant life change (such as moving across the country), consider giving them an experience instead of another thing for their house—like tickets for an airplane ride or gift cards for hotels near where they're going next week.
Keep an eye on trends
What is the best way to do this? Take a look at lists like this one! New products come out all the time and most of them are designed with specific niches in mind—which means there's probably something out there that would make your favorite gadget lover go wild with excitement when they open up their present on Christmas morning (or whichever holiday is relevant here). Let us look at some of the best gifts you could gift to gadget lovers in your life.
Get them a book.
If you're looking to get the gadget enthusiast in your life something they'll love but aren't sure where to start, a book is a great place to start. Books are often overlooked as gifts because they're seen as too impersonal or not exciting enough for the person receiving them; however, this couldn't be further from the truth! There are so many reasons why giving a book as a present is an excellent idea:
- Books can be educational and informative--and thus easily enjoyed by people who love learning new things.
- They can also be relaxing and introspective--especially if you pick up an exciting nonfiction title or prose poem collection (or even poetry itself).
- Most importantly: books can help us escape into another world while we read them--whether it's fantasy, sci-fi or historical fiction that appeals most strongly to our interests at any given time!
Get them something they can eat or drink.
Food and drink are always great gifts for a gadget lover. They can enjoy it immediately, and they can share it with others.
- If you want your gift to be even more unique, get them something that's hard to find or unique in their area.
- If you're not sure what kind of food or drink would fit the person's personality, ask another family member who knows them well.
Get them a subscription to something.
If the gadget-lover in your life has a favorite magazine or newspaper, consider getting them a subscription. It's a great way to ensure they'll always have something to read, even if they run out of books or magazines on their own.
If they're more into music than print media, consider getting them an ongoing subscription to Pandora One (or Spotify Premium if they don't use Pandora). This will give them access to ad-free listening and unlimited skips within their favorite playlists for months - or even years - at a time!
You can also get creative with this gift idea by gifting someone an annual membership to their local museum or zoo; the surprise factor alone makes it exciting!
Get them a portable power bank.
If you're shopping for someone who loves their gadgets and has a penchant for traveling, then they'll be thrilled by this gift. A portable power bank is an essential piece of equipment for any gadget lover or frequent traveler. It can charge multiple devices at once, and it's small enough to fit into your pocket or purse so that it goes with you wherever you go (and stays charged).
When choosing a portable power bank, consider the following:
- How many devices do they need to charge? If they have multiple phones or tablets, look for one with enough capacity to handle all of them at once--but if one device takes precedence over the others in terms of importance (say, an iPhone), then get something more petite than usual so as not to waste space on unnecessary bulkiness.
- What kind of connector does each device use? Some devices use standard USB cables while others require something more specialized; make sure whatever type(s) come with your chosen model are compatible with all valuable gadgets.
- Is there any safety certification involved? Look out especially carefully here because these things can get hot while charging up quickly--you don't want anything exploding on anyone!
Get them a cloud backup storage account.
If you want a gift that will thrill the gadget enthusiast, consider getting them a cloud backup storage account.
Cloud backup storage accounts are ideal for storing photos, videos, and other files. They can also be used to store files that are too big to email or upload to social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter.
With these accounts, you can access your files from any device with internet access--and if the person who receives this gift doesn't already have one (or two), they'll have no choice but to buy one!
Get them a soft-shell case for their laptop.
Soft-shell cases are a great way to protect your laptop. They're lightweight and easy to carry around, but they also provide excellent protection against scratches, bumps, and knocks. Soft-shell cases don't have any hard edges that could damage the screen or body of your device when you're moving it around in your bag or backpack.
Soft-shell cases are also easy to clean--you can just wipe them down with a damp cloth if something gets on them during use (or after!). They come in different colors, so you can find one that matches with whatever kind of laptop or tablet you have! And lastly: soft-shells don't cost much money at all--so this makes them an affordable option for anyone who wants their gadget protected from harm without spending too much money doing so!
Get them an extra-long charging cable, so they never have to worry about being tethered to the wall while they're working on their laptop.
If you're thinking about getting a gadget fan a new charging cable, you might want to consider getting them one that's extra long. That way, they can work on their laptop while it's charging without having to be tethered to the wall.
If you want to go all out, get them a USB-C connector with an even longer cord--it'll make them feel like they never have to leave their desk!
Get them a tablet and keyboard combo.
If your gadget-loving friend is always on the go, get them a tablet and keyboard combo. Tablets are great for entertainment, work, and travel--and they're perfect for people who want to work in bed or on the couch.
Tablets let you read books and watch movies and TV shows anywhere you want without having to carry around extra weight (or risk breaking one of your other devices). They also make it easy to check email while traveling; just type out responses using the onscreen keyboard instead of trying to type them with thumbs on a phone screen.
Give the gift of a personal assistant by getting them an Amazon Echo Dot and then helping set up some basic voice commands.
The Amazon Echo Dot is a smart speaker that can do nearly everything an Amazon Echo can, but it's much smaller and more affordable. It costs $50, which is less than half of what you'd spend on the regular Amazon Echo.
The best part about this gift is that it sets up quickly with your existing WiFi connection and doesn't require any additional equipment beyond power and internet access (the latter of which should be pretty easy to find). Once installed, all you need to do is connect it via Bluetooth with any device or app that supports voice commands--like Siri or Google Assistant--and then tell it what kinds of things you want to be done around the house! Here are some examples:
"Turn on/off lights" -- This command will work when paired with Philips Hue light bulbs; other brands may work as well if connected via ZigBee protocol (check if not already known). You could also use this same command while watching TV if they have Roku devices set up in their living room; just ask Alexa where each device is located so she knows what kind of lighting needs adjusting before turning them off automatically after dark hours pass by...
If you're willing to splurge, get them the newest smartphone available on the market. Takeaway: High-tech gifts are great for high-tech people.
For gadget enthusiasts, there's a lot to be said about getting them the latest smartphone available on the market. You'll want to check out what's new and exciting in terms of mobile phone technology before making your choice.
- The latest smartphones offer more storage space than ever before--something that will come in handy when it comes time for photo sharing or video chatting with friends and family members who live far away.
- They also have better cameras than ever before, so if you're willing to splurge on this gift idea, you can rest assured that your loved one will be able to take great pictures wherever he goes!
Conclusion
If you're looking for a gift that will thrill the gadget enthusiast in your life, now you know what to do. You can't go wrong with any of these options. Just be sure to get them something they'll love and enjoy using!