It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Well, not so much in the UK. It’s cold, rainy and a litte grey. WHERE’S THE SNOW! But, even though we’re hindered by our horrific British weather, it still doesn’t stop us from getting ready for the big day! As usual, we’re showcasing some of the tech that we’ve seen over the last year in our annual Christmas gift guide. Take a look, and splash some cash this year!
Audio/Visual
AKG Y500 Headphones
Available in pink, ocean green, marine blue and black, the AKG Y500 headphones will give users some rich sounds, deep bass and a decent wide soundstage. They’ll give you 33 hours of playback on a full charge, and an hour’s use from a five minute speed charge. They’re available over on the Samsung website, and will retail for around £129.99.
JBL Tune 120TWS Wireless Earbuds
If you’re after a set of wireless earbuds for your music, then look no further than the JBL Tune 120 TWS. The sound quality you receive for the cost is absolutely wonderful, and thanks to its case which keeps them alive for up to four fresh charges, will keep you running for hours and hours. Visit JBL for more info.
KEF LSX Speakers
We’ve tried two pairs of KEF speakers this year, both of which blew our minds. If you’ve got the kind of extended budget, or you’re wishing to trat yourself this Christmas, then definitely check them out. They sound amazing! The video below will explain it all.
Roku Streaming Stick +
The Roku stick will turn any panel with a HDMI input into a smart panel, giving you access to a multitude of apps including Netflix, NowTV and YouTube plus a plethora of on-demand TV. It’s tiny, and comes with its own voice controlled remote control.
Computing
Roccat Vulcan 122 AIMO Gaming Keyboard
Got any PC gamers in your family? Then check out the Roccat Vulcan 122 AIMO. It’s got Roccat’s brand new Titan switches, has some ultimate RGB lighting effects and is built like a tank thanks to its aluminium chassis. For more info, head over to the Roccat website.
Hyper X Pulsefire Dart & ChargePlay Base
The Pulsefire Dart is Hyper X’s newest mouse, it’s wireless, it’s got RGB, it’s fully customisable and it’s Qi-enabled for wireless charging. Pair the mouse with the new ChargePlay base and the mouse will never be without power. For more info, head over to the Hyper X webpage or check out our review here.
Mobile
Amazon Echo Dot
Is your life missing a digital assistant? Then look no further, Amazon has you covered. The new Echo Dot is only coming in at £22 online, and offers full Amazon Alexa support in the home. Check it out here!
DJI Osmo Mobile 3
Fancy becoming a mobile video shooter? Then the DJI Osmo Mobile 3 is one for you. They’re on sale on Amazon at the moment at under £100, so get it while it’s still hot.
Lamicall Mobile Phone Stands
The Lamicall mobile phone stands that we’ve seen are pretty decent quality, especially the metal one we saw. They’re very minimal, and will fit perfectly on a modern desk to display your mobile phone in an upright or landscape position. Both are built extremely well as well. Find out more here.
Photography
Kodak SMILE Classic Instant Print Digital Camera
This awesome little camera wil lgive people the ability to print their photos in real time, to share while at a Christmas party, or to leave with loved ones after a cracking Christmas dinner. It will set you back around £149 from the likes of Amazon, which includes everything you need including glossy paper to get started.
Life
Nescafe Dolce Gusto Piccolo XS
If you like your coffee but are offput at the sight of some of the home coffee machines, or are just lacking the space, then the Dolce Gusto Picccolo XS has you covered. It’s small, produces some wonderful flavours from their Nescafe pods, and won’t break the bank, costing around £60 online. Check out their website.
Vorwerk Kobold VR300 Vacuum Robot
Take the hassle out of vacuuming your home with the Vorkwerk Kobold VR300. The Kolbod can offer up to 90 minutes of cleaning time, that’s about 120m coverage on a single charge. It’s got excellent suction and it’s intelligent features make it easy to control & use. It currently retails at £949.00, which will be a lot of money for some, but as I’ve found before, Vorwerk make exceptionally high-quality products, so it’s worth the investment in my eyes. Head over to the Vorwerk Kobold webpage for more info or check out our review here.
Stirrd Fudge Subscription Boxes
Okay, so not strictly tech, but it’s something that interested me enough to post on our Christmas Gift Guide. This is Stirrd, a fudge subscription box where every month, you’ll receive a new box filled with delicious fudge. In our box, we got some standard Butter Fudge, some Mince Pie Fudge and some Chocolate Fudge, and all tasted so good. Find out more on the Stirrd website.
Geek
MtSocks Bitcoin Socks
Not quite tech, but still in that remit. There are some awesome socks for anyone in your family who are into their cryptocurrency. From the founders of CoinCorner, you can find them at MtSocks and you can even purchase them using Bitcoin. We’ve got a pair of Rollercoaster Guy socks and they’re absolutely adorable.
Cable Guys Phone And Controller Holders
If you’re a collector, and have some empty shelves, then why not fill it with one of these awesome phone and controller holders from The Cable Guys? They come in one of two sizes, and look absolutely great. Like this Spyro Ice version below!
Games
Star Wars: Jedi Fallen Order (PS4, Xbox One, PC)
If you’re a fan of Soulsbourne games, and have a hankering to wield a lightsaber, then Star Wars: Jedi Fallen Order could be for you. It’s rich with story, has some wonderful action scenes and keeps it challenging throughout!
