It’s almost fathers’ day. If you are looking for what to offer, here is our selection of cool gift ideas. High-tech gifts to please trendy dads.
Selection of the best gifts for Father’s Day
Amazfit GTR 4 Smartwatch
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Philips Hue Go connected lamp
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Connected display Google Nest Hub 2
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What gift to give? It’s a puzzle question that comes up every time you have to please a loved one. After Mother’s Day, fathers will be celebrated all over the world on June 18, 2023. This is an opportunity to show them how much they matter. If you are looking for a Father’s Day gift ideahere is our selection that will help you make a choice.
Gift idea: a connected sports watch or bracelet for active dads
This gift allows you to combine business with pleasure. A smartwatch is good for style, but it’s also handy for fitness tracking. And if you prefer to offer a bracelet, the connected models have more or less the same functions as the sports connected watches. And they now have a screen for the most part.
For our selection of connected watches, we offer the Fitbit Versa 4, the Amazfit GTR 4 or Apple Watch Series SE 2 (for dads who prefer the ecosystem of the Cupertino company). These watches all have different sports tracking modes. They also embed sensors to track certain health data: heart rate, sleep tracking, SPO2 (not the Apple Watch SE2), stress management, etc. The models in our selection also have an integrated GPS.
If you opt for a connected bracelet, the Xiaomi Band 7 is a safe bet. Alternatively, you have the Fitbit Charge 5 or even the Huawei Band 7. They all have a color screen and offer various sports tracking modes. There are also various tracking sensors: heart rate monitor, sleep analysis, SPO2 or even ECG for the Fitbit Charge 5. These connected bracelets have a range of one to two weeks depending on the model chosen.
A touch tablet for entertainment and staying in touch with loved ones
What if you offer a tablet for Father’s Day? Touch pads have seen renewed interest in recent years, especially among seniors. They have a more comfortable screen than a smartphone for consuming content (films, series, photos, etc.); to make video calls or to surf the web. And compared to laptops, tablets have the advantage of being less bulky and easier to carry.
But which model to offer? You don’t need to buy an overpriced tablet to please your father. There are several inexpensive models that are amply suitable for comfortable everyday use. This is the case of XiaomiPad 5, one of the most popular models on the market. There is also the Galaxy Tab A8 from Samsung under €200. And for those accustomed to the Apple ecosystem, iPad 9 (2021) today offers good value for money.
An e-reader: ideal for reading on screen
If he loves to read, do not hesitate to offer him an electronic reader. E-readers are different from regular tablets in several ways. First, most of them have an e-Ink screen. This is the type of screen that comes closest to reading comfort on paper.
Most models are backlit to allow the user to read in any ambient light condition. But it is possible to reduce the intensity of the lighting, the color temperature or even to activate a night reading mode for certain models in order to better protect his eyes.
If you decide to offer an e-reader for Father’s Day, we recommend the Kindle PaperWhite 2021 which has a 6.8 inch screen with a resolution of 300 DPI. You can add screen brightness and color temperature. This reader has a storage capacity of 16 GB. Enough to store thousands of books. It is also waterproof (IPX8). Alternatively, you can turn to the Kobo Clara 2E whose characteristics are similar.
A connected speaker: much more than a simple Bluetooth speaker
The connected speakers play the traditional role of speakers in addition to being controllable by voice. They also make it possible to control other connected objects in the home via voice assistance (Alexa, Google Assistant or Siri). To start, theAmazon Echo Dot 5 is an excellent model. It works with the Alexa assistant.
This connected speaker does not have a great sound power, but the rendering remains correct for those who do not like noise too much. Alternatively, you can opt for the Google NestAudio that works with the Google Assistant or the Apple HomePod Mini with Siri at the controls. Three gift ideas not to be overlooked.
Gift idea: connected bulbs to control the lighting without moving from the sofa
Pack of 2 bulbs Philips Hue White E27 + Bridge + Smart Button
89.98€
Slowly but surely, connected bulbs are making their way into homes that want to be connected. This is a gift idea that will always come in handy. Philips Hue has great Starter Kits with everything you need to install the first smart bulbs. You will need a Hue Connection Bridge, some light bulbs and possibly a smart speaker (optional) for voice control.
There is also the connected lamp Philips HueGo. This a mobile mood lamp that can light up in different colors. It can integrate into an existing Philips Hue system for remote control if you already have a connection bridge. Otherwise, this lamp also has a physical button to control it manually.
A connected screen: the kind of all-purpose device
Connected screens are a concentration of devices: touch pad, control screen, smart speaker, alarm clock… they have multiple functions. It’s the kind of gift that will always come in handy if you don’t know what to give. Placed at the bedside, they can be used as an alarm clock. Some models are even equipped with sleep analysis sensors. This is the case of the Google Nest Hub which, thanks to its soli radar, is able to provide different information on the quality of your nights.
Connected screens also make it possible to interact with connected objects in the home using their personal assistant (Alexa or Google Assistant). In addition, you can ask him questions, check the weather and traffic conditions, listen to news bulletins, and more. The models we recommend are theAmazon Echo Show 10THE Google Nest Hub 2e generation or even the Lenovo Smart Clock 2 with its small 4 inch screen.
A smartphone is always a pleasure
You probably know which smartphone he’s using right now. If it’s time to change it, do not hesitate to surprise him. No need to opt for a model over 1000 €. Many smartphones offer a great experience for a reasonable price. We can advise you on Google Pixel 7a or 6aTHE Galaxy A54 or even the Redmi Note 12 Pro. And if he prefers iPhones, choose a model that fits your budget.
An Android TV box: the versatility of Android on any TV
Perfect for replacing or supporting operator TV decoders, Android TV boxes bring great flexibility to television sets. The Android application store is more complete than those of competing platforms. Enough to enjoy the best multimedia experience on TV.
As a model, you can choose the Nvidia Shield TV Pro without the risk of regretting your choice. But there are plenty of quality alternatives, like the Chromecast with Google TV or even the Amazon FireTV Stick whose system is derived from Android.
A Bluetooth tracker to avoid losing important objects
The good old Tiles trackers now have many competitors. Very practical, this type of accessory that can be attached to your important objects makes it easy to find them when you misplace them. They can be used as key rings and it is also possible to slip them into a bag or a wallet, among other things.
As a gift idea for Father’s Day, you can offer a Apple Airtag (for those who have an iPhone), a Tile Pro or even a Galaxy SmartTag+ from Samsung. These trackers are all very efficient and allow you to locate your lost or even stolen objects within a restricted area.
A connected surveillance camera: safety first
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We end our overview with the security cameras. Another gift idea that should make him happy on Father’s Day. This can be for a first installation, to replace an old wired camera or even a wireless camera that does not have the intelligent functions of recent models.
We offer the cameras Google Nest Cam (indoor and outdoor), the Xiaomi Mi Security Outdoor or even the Blink Outdoor. They all have a motion detector, night vision, remote control options, recording or automatic alert.
