Linus Tan - 01 Feb 2021 (Updated)
The Gadget Gift Guide 2021
Gift-giving is an all year round affair. A tradition that belongs to all cultures of people as a symbol of kinship and friendship. Yet, though we may know our loved ones best, sometimes it gets a little difficult to figure out what gift to get.
At Synced, our loyal customers have purchase different gadgets as gifts for their family and friends and this inspired us to put together an evergreen list of gift ideas to share with you, and hopefully inspire you with a gift idea for your loved one.
A List of Gifts For The Special Ones In Our Lives
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1. For The Plant Lover & Home Cook
2. For The Music Connoisseur
3. For The Fitness Junkie
4. For The Gamer At Heart
5. For The Working Professional
6. For The Pet Lover
7. For The Forgetful One
8. For The World Traveller
9. For The Art Lover
10. For The Health Conscious
11. For The Primetime Women
12. For The Kids
For The Plant Lover & Home Cook
Click & Grow: Smart Indoor Gardens
Watching plants take root and grow day-to-day is a very therapeutic and emotionally rewarding process. The Click & Grow Smart Garden makes a great gift for actually most people - because who doesn't love nature? Gardening is made easy with this self-growing indoor smart garden that lets you grow fresh herbs, vegetables, and flowers all year round.
The system takes care of plants by ensuring they receive the optimal amount of water, light, and nutrients to grow healthily. Plants sprout within 1 to 3 weeks and can continue growing for up to 4 months before you can repot it to a bigger pot. Your loved ones who also cook will have sustainable access to naturally grown herbs that they can use to spice up their home cooked meals. It is a great gift that pays back.
View the full Click & Grow collection here at Synced by District.
Lavatools: Smart Kitchen Thermometers
Also popular among home cooks are these bluetooth food thermometers because every degree matters when it comes to cooking the perfect meal.
The Lavatools Carbon Lite sticks a probe into food to measure the internal temperature and comes with a companion app that can set an alarm for when a specific cooking temperature is reached - taking cooking from guesswork to precision. This makes a great gift for the loved ones in your life who cooks you hearty meals at every gathering.
Click here to learn more about the Lavatools Carbon Lite.
For The Music Connoisseur
COTODAMA: The World's Coolest Speaker
COTODAMA Lyric Speaker Canvas.
This is truly a one-of-a-kind statement piece as a gift. Hailing from Japan, the COTODAMA Lyric Speaker Canvas is sure to win hearts. Feel the true power of music with a remarkable speaker that embraces lyrics in a visual art form along with crystal-sounding clarity and state-of-the-art design.
See the COTODAMA Lyric Speaker Canvas in action.
While this may not be the budget for most gifts, if you're looking to give something that's truly exclusive, this speaker may be the thing you've been looking for. This one is bound to turn heads.
Click here to learn more about the COTODAMA Lyric Speaker, or read our blog review here.
For The Fitness Junkie
Theragun: Everyday Massage Guns
Body aches are a terrible enemy for everyone as they can greatly affect work, health, and sleep. Percussive therapy has shown to provide muscle relief from sores and aches and get the body back in shape moving again by increasing blood flow and reducing tension in muscle groups.
As the leader in percussive therapy since pioneering it years back, Theragun has developed a range of highly-engineered and well-designed smart percussive therapy devices trusted by professionals and top athletes from around the world. Train and recover like never before.
View the full Theragun collection here at Synced by District or read our Theragun review here.
Garmin: Smartwatches For An Active Lifestyle
A fitness smartwatch is the dream for the active people in your life, giving them access to daily health and fitness metrics to understand their body performance better.
Garmin has developed a whole range of smartwatches for every kind of athlete - from the casual ones all the way to the professionals. If you're looking for a smartwatch for a loved one, Garmin has the options for you.
View the full Garmin collection here at Synced by District or read our Garmin review here.
NEXGIM: Smart Exercise Bike
Exercise bikes have been a popular option among athletes and the casual exerciser as a way to keep fit at home.
NEXGIM makes cycling fun again by turning regular sessions into fun virtual experiences using applications like Zwift, Rouvy, and RGT. This bike was made for all Spin enthusiasts.
Click here to learn more about the NEXGIM Smart Exercise Bike, or read our blog review here.
Amazfit AirRun: Run Online with Friends
Indoor treadmill running has become a popular option among the modern millennial as they prefer to run in the comforts of their home while streaming their favourite shows.
Amazfit AirRun is a smart treadmill that transforms regular running sessions into fun virtual experiences using Zwift. Featuring dual JBL custom full-range speakers, you can blast your favourite music or stream shows as you keep fit. A great gift for those who love to run.
Click here to learn more about the Amazfit AirRun, or read our blog review here.
Jabra: Waterproof & Sweatproof Earbuds
Workouts can get sweaty and that puts us in a dilemma when it comes to using earbuds in fear of ruining them. The Jabra Elite Active 75t is built to be waterproof and sweat-proof to go all the way for the toughest workouts.
View the full Jabra collection here at Synced by District.
For The Gamer At Heart
Nanoleaf: Smart Modular Lighting
Gaming setups mean the world to every gamer. Transform their space with the Nanoleaf smart modular lighting to elevate their gaming experience to a whole new level. This is one gift that's on every gamer's wishlist.
View the full Nanoleaf collection here at Synced by District.
For The Working Professional
Neo Smartpen: Digital Writing Pen
The pen is mightier than the sword but this one is also mightier than the stylus. The Neo Smartpen lets you write naturally with pen and paper and gives you all the benefits of digitalisation where you can sync, save, search and share your notes through their native app. A gift that's great for those that love to write with pen and paper.
Click here to learn more about the Neo Smartpen M1+ or check out Tech Reviewer Shawn Koh's full video review on Youtube here.
Brydge: Boost Productivity with Wireless iPad Keyboards
Brydge Pro+ iPad Wireless Keyboard.
Using a keyboard with a tablet will transform the way you work entirely. Not only does it provide a tactile typing experience, it also increases the general versatility of the iPad. Elevate the already powerful iPad into a next-level productivity tool to get work done anywhere and everywhere you go.
Brydge wireless keyboards offer all iPad owners the ability to turn their iPad into a laptop-like device. Get the best of both worlds.
Explore the full collection of Brydge wireless iPad keyboards here at Synced by District.
Swiftpoint: Small And Mighty iPad Mouse
Elevate the way you work with Swiftpoint. These ergonomic wireless pen-grip mouses make working on-the-go a dream.
If you’re sitting on a sofa with your laptop, in a cafe, on a plane, or in a train or bus – this is where Swiftpoint shines – you can use it right on your laptop palm rest or any small surface to control your computer.
Explore the full range of Swiftpoint ergonomic pen-grip mouse here at Synced by District.
Sum: Modern Wireless Chargers
A daily essential to keep your loved ones powered at the work with convenient and intuitive Qi-certified fast wireless charging. The Sum DIAL is a uniquely-crafted from a block of aluminium to create a modern look and feel. it doubles as a phone stand and features a 360-degree rotation that can angle the phone to an optimal viewing angle of 29 degrees.
Click here to learn more about the Sum DIAL.
For The Pet Lover
Pawbo: Tech For Pets
Pawbo+ Interactive Pet Camera.
Pets have a very special bond with people. The Pawbo+ is an interactive pet camera that lets you stay connected with your furry ones when you're away from home to chat and play with them. The device also allows you to store some treats in it and feed your pets with the press of a button.
To see the Pawbo+ Interactive Pet Camera in action, you can check out Tech Lingo's full video review on Youtube here or check out the full Pawbo collection here.
For The Forgetful One
Orbit: Smart Bluetooth Trackers
Source: Shawn Koh - The Oribt Card
Missing keys, phone and wallets can cause great anxiety for most. The Orbit Card and Keys are the world's thinnest Bluetooth tracker that makes losing your essentials a thing of the past. Easily get your items that are tagged to make a ringing noise for you to locate them with ease. Get going without worry.
Click here to learn more about the Orbit Card and Keys or check out Tech Reviewer Shawn Koh's full video review on Youtube here.
For The World Traveller
Pocketalk: Portable Language Translator
Not everyone is a language expert. The Pocketalk Classic is a portable, two-way voice translator that features over 74 languages to let you travel to over 120 countries around the world and communicate with confidence.
Don't let language be a barrier again when exploring new cities and cultures. Learn more about the Pocketalk Classic Voice Translator here.
For The Art Lover
Meural: Smart Digital Art Frame
Say hello to an endless world of art. The Meural Canvas is a beautifully-designed, smart art frame that digitally displays thousands of famous artworks from past and present like a real-life painting on your wall with their patented TrueArt Technology.
Turn plain, lifeless walls into stories of art. Learn more about the Meural Canvas here.
For The Health Conscious
Vitesy: Natural Air Purifier
Air pollution remains a prevalent problem for many homeowners. It is said that indoor air pollution can be 5x worse than outdoor. Just because you can't see what's in the air, does not essentially mean the air is clean for you.
The Vitesy Natede embraces the power of plants and naturally purifies air by `eliminating up to 93% of VOCs, 99% of bacteria, viruses, fine-particulate and odours. It achieves this by accelerating biochemical processes carried out by plants known as phytoremediation and photocatalysis, taking in polluted indoor air and releasing it as clean air verified by plants.
Click here to learn more about the Vitesy Natede, or read our blog review here.
For The Primetime Women
Embr: Your Personal Thermostat
Women in their prime naturally experience hot flushes and night sweats due to menopause. Give them a touch of comfort with Embr Wave that uses thermal technology to feel colder or warmer at the press of a button.
Click here to learn more about the Embr Wave or see it in action in tech360.tv full review here.
For The Kids
Ojoy: Kids Smartwatch Phone
Ojoy A1 Kids Smartwatch Phone.
The best alternative to a smartphone for kids. The Ojoy A1 is a kids smart watch phone that enables two-way communication with calls and messaging, and also gives parents real-time location tracking of their kids.
Parents love this device as it helps them stay connected with their kids when they're at school or out of home, and easily reach out for an update when needed. Kids love its playful design and useful tools as a smartwatch. It's the best of both worlds — a handy gadget for kids and peace of mind for parents.
Click here to learn more about the Ojoy A1 or check out our blog review here.
Sphero: Programmable Robots For Learning
Who says education can't be fun? Sphero creates app-enabled, programmable robots for kids that becomes their new learning companion on their journey towards coding. These robots are a bunch of fun to play with and they add a whole new dimension for learning.
Kids can learn programming in 3 different methods - drawing, block/scratch, and javascript - and all of this is done through the Sphero Edu App, which is available on both iOS and Android. The companion app is free-to-use and Sphero consistently updates the platform with new learning material to make sure learning stays relevant for your kids.
Click here to learn more about Sphero.