15 gorgeous gadget gifts for geeks who care about design
It's December, folks— the mad dash for holiday shopping is upon us. So go ahead and pound a festive caffeinated beverage and let's get crackin' with these 15 gorgeously designed gadgets.
You know that your loved ones want tech, but they didn't give you a specific wish list. That's okay, we've got you covered, and this time we have a whole gallery of gadgets that come straight from the design gods themselves.
This tech ranges from cute to beautiful, but each one has a little special something, that je ne sais quoi that makes it a gorgeous gadget with an especially clever design and a great pick for the 2012 gift-buying season. Hopefully some of these beauties will pique your interest and make the holiday frenzy more fun for you and for the lucky recipients of one of these lovely gifts-to-be.
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1. Slingbox 500 Watch. TV. Anywhere. I know, it sounds like a beautiful dream, but this is no joke. Enjoy your favorite movies and shows in full HD at 1080p on your PC, Mac, tablet, smartphone or TV with this sleek little gadget. The compact design is ready to travel with you, keeping you up-to-date on all of the latest and greatest TV happenings. Price: $298
2. iHome iP4 Boombox Harkening back to the days of yore, the iP4 gives nostalgia a makeover. Just hook up your iPhone or iPod and, voila! You have an instant dance party on your hands. It comes in black, blue and bright pink (if youâre feeling a little extra sassy). Price: $200
3. Ferrari Earphones As the winter draws near, thereâs lots of holiday music going around. Whether you want to tune in or not, these stylish earphones are sure to get attention wherever you go. We think this is a pretty great way to share your passion for the brand without, you know, buying a Ferrari. Price: $249
4. Nike FuelBand If youâre itching to get out for some exercise this holiday season, but need a little motivation, ask for this helpful sidekick. The Nike+Fuelband measures your daily activities and tracks your progress over time towards a goal. And if you arenât that into fitness, get it for a loved one. Look at how cute it is! Price: $149
5. Lytro Camera Thereâs no need to focus the pictures you take with this pint-sized camera, because you can focus it after you click the shutter. Itâs ideal for quick, hassle-free snapshots that you can edit to perfection later. So, grab some friends and get snappinâ. Price: $499
6. Williams-Sonoma Bluetooth Speaker Hereâs an elegant solution to kitchen multi-tasking disasters. You know youâve been there: this phone rings and youâre elbow-deep in the mixing bowl. Sure, you could call back later, but this speaker lets you talk or even watch cooking videos while you prepare your latest feast. Weâre pretty sure that your favorite TV chefs would approve. Price: $150
7. Portable Charging Station Keep track of all of your small gadgets in one handy little case. Charge as you go on any of the four USB ports. Itâs the perfect travel accessory. Constantly struggling with a tangled mess of cords was getting kind of old, right? Price: $60
8. Wii U Streamlining is taken to a whole new level with this controller. Forget that cumbersome TV and bask in the glory of a 6.2-inch, 16:9 aspect ratio LCD touch screen. Itâs so beautiful, we canât look away. Price: Basic set: $300, Delux set: $350
9. Withings Baby Monitor Use this high-tech monitor to keep a watchful eye on your little one. Its interactive features allow parents to talk with their child and control noise, movement, temperature and humidity with an iPhone, iPad or iPod touch. What a fun idea for tech-savvy expectant parents. Price: $299
10. Libratone Zipp Thereâs no need for a Wi-Fi connection with this gorgeous portable speaker. It uses AirPlay to deliver crisp sound and can be directly connected to an iOS mobile device, PC or Mac. We also love the different cases, available in classic and âfunkyâ colors. Price: $449
11. Roku Stream video on your TV with this user-friendly gadget. Roku prices are reasonable and itâs a simple, fun player to have around for your video watching needs. There are four different models to pick from, but the Roku HD is currently advertising a $10 discount. Price: Starting at $50
12. Acer Aspire M This super thin ultrabook has a sophisticated look that can power all of your mobile needs. Anyone on your holiday shopping list would be thrilled to get this sleek machine. But we wonât tell if you keep it for yourself. Price: $800
13. GoPro HERO3 Camera and Wi-Fi Remote If you or a loved one is more of the adventurous type, a GoPro Wi-Fi-enabled camera is just the thing. It even comes with a remote for taking photos or video from a distance and it has waterproof housing for surfing or other watersports. Whatâs the point of all these extreme activities if you canât impress people with the footage later on? Price: $400
15. Cowon Dashboard Camera Take great video footage while you drive with this cleverly designed mountable recorder. Who knows what interesting things you might capture during your commute. It doesnât hurt that youâll have the proof you need if someone bumps your car and takes off. Price: $160
14. Samsung S27B970 Monitor We never knew we could feel so strongly about a computer monitor, but this Samsung SyncMaster S27B970 is downright beautiful. Yes, itâs pricey, but just looking at it makes us squeal with glee. Added bonus: If you buy this for someone in your family, you get to enjoy it too. Price: $1,200
