Gift-Giving Guide, Part 4: Technology, Gadgets, & Travel
There are tons of gadgets available so it's hard to pick just a few. What is on your holiday list?
1. ESPRO Insulated Coffee & Tea Press, $49.95
Know anyone who can't live without their tea or coffee? I must admit that I am one of those people. I also don't mind saying that I kind of want to buy this for myself. Who wouldn't love the perfect cup of their favorite fresh-pressed tea or coffee? Whether it's made ahead of time to enjoy on the way to the office or made so it's ready to enjoy at the office, the tea/coffee will be amazing and stay hot for up to 6 hours. Comes in black, stainless steel, and white.
2. Perfect Bake: App-Controlled Smart Baking, $69.99 (currently on sale, $49.99)
At CES 2015, we watched the demo for this "smart baking" set. I think it's a wonderful gift for those who are just starting to bake, as it does far more than weigh your ingredients. You hook up the scale to your device, and it will auto-adjust the amount of ingredients necessary for whatever it will be put in the oven. Need the recipe for half a dozen cookies instead of a dozen? What if you need more? That's no problem either.
3. GoalZero Flip 10 Charger, $25.80
I listed this in my post about gadget travel essentials, which you can read here, if you like. This portable charger has saved me countless times. I always take it, whether I am headed to the store or traveling here and there. You can bring the power stick to a full charge on your computer. Attach the USB cable, and charge away. The link provided happens to be for the green charger, but they do offer other colors.
4. ZUCA Pro Artist Case, $305.00 ($275.00 on amazon.com)
If you are feeling extra generous this year, you can splurge on a ZUCA. I LOVE mine, and have had it for ages. It has been all over the world, and rolled through just about everything-- rocks, snow, ice, gravel, etc. The frame still looks new, and it still acts as a seat. You can read more about my use of ZUCA here. This makes the perfect gift for anyone who travels and is looking for a lightweight, durable carry-on. The ZUCA Pro Artist Case also comes with convenient inserts for storage and organization.
5. Razer Kraken 7.1 Chroma, $99.99
The Chroma products from Razer are fun and functional. I love that the Chroma line can be synced to change so all devices have the same colored light. If you'd like, you can click here to read about what I have. They can also change or be set on a static color. The sound is amazing, and the noise-cancellation is comparable to Bose. Each headset also comes with an enhanced digital microphone. When it retracts into the earpiece the microphone will turn off.
6. R2D2 Kitchen Timer, $19.99
No Star Wars fan's kitchen would be complete without this adorable R2D2 kitchen timer. He is the perfect addition to any counter top, and will ring when the time is up.
7. iHealth Edge Activity + Sleep Tracker, $69.99
iHealth is a wonderful company. They have everything from glucometers to advanced scales, blood pressure cuffs, and more. The products can all be linked to the app, so all stats are within reach. The Edge is comfortable to wear, and there is no need to worry about burns or other issues. It is not waterproof, though, so no swimming or showering with it. All-in-all the Edge is a fantastic gift for those who are health/fitness savvy.
1. ESPRO Insulated Coffee & Tea Press, $49.95
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| Image courtesy of brookstone.com |
Know anyone who can't live without their tea or coffee? I must admit that I am one of those people. I also don't mind saying that I kind of want to buy this for myself. Who wouldn't love the perfect cup of their favorite fresh-pressed tea or coffee? Whether it's made ahead of time to enjoy on the way to the office or made so it's ready to enjoy at the office, the tea/coffee will be amazing and stay hot for up to 6 hours. Comes in black, stainless steel, and white.
2. Perfect Bake: App-Controlled Smart Baking, $69.99 (currently on sale, $49.99)
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| Image courtesy of brookstone.com |
At CES 2015, we watched the demo for this "smart baking" set. I think it's a wonderful gift for those who are just starting to bake, as it does far more than weigh your ingredients. You hook up the scale to your device, and it will auto-adjust the amount of ingredients necessary for whatever it will be put in the oven. Need the recipe for half a dozen cookies instead of a dozen? What if you need more? That's no problem either.
3. GoalZero Flip 10 Charger, $25.80
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| Image courtesy of amazon.com |
I listed this in my post about gadget travel essentials, which you can read here, if you like. This portable charger has saved me countless times. I always take it, whether I am headed to the store or traveling here and there. You can bring the power stick to a full charge on your computer. Attach the USB cable, and charge away. The link provided happens to be for the green charger, but they do offer other colors.
4. ZUCA Pro Artist Case, $305.00 ($275.00 on amazon.com)
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| Image courtesy of zuca.com |
If you are feeling extra generous this year, you can splurge on a ZUCA. I LOVE mine, and have had it for ages. It has been all over the world, and rolled through just about everything-- rocks, snow, ice, gravel, etc. The frame still looks new, and it still acts as a seat. You can read more about my use of ZUCA here. This makes the perfect gift for anyone who travels and is looking for a lightweight, durable carry-on. The ZUCA Pro Artist Case also comes with convenient inserts for storage and organization.
5. Razer Kraken 7.1 Chroma, $99.99
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| Image courtesy of razerstore.com |
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| Image courtesy of razerstore.com |
The Chroma products from Razer are fun and functional. I love that the Chroma line can be synced to change so all devices have the same colored light. If you'd like, you can click here to read about what I have. They can also change or be set on a static color. The sound is amazing, and the noise-cancellation is comparable to Bose. Each headset also comes with an enhanced digital microphone. When it retracts into the earpiece the microphone will turn off.
6. R2D2 Kitchen Timer, $19.99
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| Image courtesy of bedbathandbeyond.com |
No Star Wars fan's kitchen would be complete without this adorable R2D2 kitchen timer. He is the perfect addition to any counter top, and will ring when the time is up.
7. iHealth Edge Activity + Sleep Tracker, $69.99
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| Image courtesy of ihealthlabs.com |
iHealth is a wonderful company. They have everything from glucometers to advanced scales, blood pressure cuffs, and more. The products can all be linked to the app, so all stats are within reach. The Edge is comfortable to wear, and there is no need to worry about burns or other issues. It is not waterproof, though, so no swimming or showering with it. All-in-all the Edge is a fantastic gift for those who are health/fitness savvy.
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