Need some idea for tech gifts this Christmas? Look no further! Here are New Media Co’s picks of great gadgets to buy your loved ones this Christmas.
- Levitating speakers
There are several levitating speakers on the market that use electromagnets to repel the speaker from the base, allowing it to spin and float in the air while it plays music. They’re great to look at, and they will baffle everyone who comes to your house. They are also very useful as a speaker. Due the magnets, the speaker can be lifted off the base and attached to a metal surface like a fridge when it’s not levitating.
- Hoverboard
These self-balancing Segway-style boards are still in fashion this Christmas. Though they’ve been banned in many public spaces, they’re still great fun. Any this Christmas, they’re likely to be a little bit cheaper than last year.
- VR
Virtual reality is finally a… well, a reality! You can finally get someone (or yourself!) a virtual reality headset such as Samsung VR or the HTC Vive.
- Drones
You can get all sorts of drones this Christmas, including drones that take photos and video. Some are even specifically designed for selfies – they fly up in front of you and snap pictures of you. There are also lots of more traditional drones too, all perfect for entertaining all your loved ones, young and old.
- Smartwatch
Smartwatches are now a mainstream device, available in many makes and available in more basic or more advanced styles. There is the Apple Watch for those who love their Apple products, or the crowdfunded Pebble smartwatch, or any of many other brands.
- Amazon Echo
If the idea of a smart home assistant appeals to you, then Amazon Echo is here to meet your needs. The Echo will check the weather for you, play music, give you recipes, and even help you tune your guitar.
- Noise cancelling headphones
With all the sounds and hustle and bustle of the modern world, noise-cancelling headphones are a must have. They’re an especially good gift for commuters or people who otherwise spend a lot of time on trains and planes.
- Now TV smartbox
The Now TV Smart Box allows you to watch Freeview in HD, as well as pausing and rewinding. It also includes all major catch-up services in case you miss you favourite shows, and it costs less than £20!
- Tablets
What do you mean, you don’t have a tablet yet? Go! Go and get one now! (Or put it on your Christmas list!) Tablets have come a long way since the first iPad was released, now with higher resolution than ever, with more apps, and better all-round features, all for a lower cost than ever before. So what else are you waiting for?!
- Music/TV streaming membership
Music and TV streaming subscriptions are a great gift this holiday season, giving a loved one access to a vast catalogue of music through services like Spotify and Apple Music, or TV and film through services like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video.
