Jitendra Soni suggests some great stocking stuffers to suit all budgets
Holiday season is literally the best time of the year. Not only are these the moments to cherish with family and loved ones, but also the best time to buy them gifts and show them that you care. We list out the best gadgets and gizmos which you can gift to your loved ones or even expect one for yourself!
Xiaomi Power Bank 2i: You can never go wrong with a power bank as a gift. Really helpful during those pesky moments when you can’t get hold of a power socket and the phones battery is too low. Just plug and go. Doesn’t matter if you’re a frequent traveller or not, a power bank is a must have accessory for all. And this red coloured power bank fits the festive mood perfectly. Buy one right now through offline stores or online at a retail price of Rs. 899
Syska Smart LED lights:
With WiFi enabled smart LED lights you can change the colour of light and your mood, just with a tap on your phone. It can do a number of cool tricks like syncing the colour of light according to the music that you’re listening to. A perfect gift for a first-time smart bulb user as it is easy to install and operate. It can wirelessly control the light in your room right from your phone or through a smart speaker, which is the next one in this list. Easily available at Amazon India or Flipkart for a retail price of Rs. 1,399 per piece.
Echo Dot (3rd Generation): The cheapest smart speaker from Amazon has just got better. This gorgeous puck-shaped smart speaker can help you with your daily tasks or reminders and keep you updated on the latest news around you. Just ask Alexa to change the colour of the lights or switch on the AC or even play your favourite track. Available at Amazon India for a retail price of Rs. 4,995.
Wonederboom Bluetooth speakers: These are the latest line up to join the family of portable, waterproof, go-anywhere speakers. This collection of portable Bluetooth speakers is available in funky designs and peppy colour options to match the festive vibes: Concrete, Avocado, Patches, Raspberry and Unicorn. Available at leading retail stores across India for a retail price of INR 6,995.
Yi 4K action camera: A 4K action camera in a budget. Comes with a 12-megapixel Sony IMX377 sensor, it can shoot still photos, videos and share them wirelessly to your phone of computer. It is water and dust resistant and comes with a 2.19-inches touchscreen viewfinder. Available exclusively through Flipkart for Rs. 9,999.
Sony WH-1000XM3 Bluetooth headphones:
Extremely comfortable and the best sounding noise cancelling Bluetooth headphones. These come with a touch sensor for volume and track control and offer a great calling experience. Known for a very long battery life and immersive sound, these Digital noise cancelling headphones can be bought only from Sony centres in India at a retail price of Rs. 29,999.
Huawei Mate 20 Pro:
One of the best cameras on a smartphone of now. The Huawei Mate 20 Pro looks stylish, captures amazing pictures and is meant for power users. It’s got a huge battery, in-display fingerprint sensor, modern design, ample storage and a very fast charging tech which fully charges the huge battery in just an hours’ time. Those gradient colours add to the charm. One of the elite phones that will make people envy you. Priced at Rs. 69,990, it can be bought from both online and offline retail stores.
Apple iPad Pad Pro 12.9:
The best from Apple just got better. The swanky new tablet, with tonnes of features, is the latest and most powerful tablet in the market right now. It is now capable enough for you to even leave your laptop at home. A large bezel less retina display which is rated as the best in the market an extremely powerful processor, up to a TB of storage, long battery life and not to miss that Apple swag. Do we need to add anything more? Pricing starts at Rs. 89,990, it can be bought both from online and offline Apple partners.
Asus ZenBook Pro:
When talking about unique gifts nothing comes close to these swanky new laptops from Asus. Not only does it have Ultra HD display but they also have a smaller display which works as a trackpad for the laptop, how cool is that. With this secondary 5.5-inch display you can do a number of things like control music, place shortcuts to open your favourite apps, use it as a calculator and much more. This fully loaded laptop comes with top notch specifications, so use it show it off while working or enjoy a movie or a gaming session with your friends. With price starting at Rs. 179,990, it is available with Asus retail partners and through Flipkart.
(A technology buff, Jitendra stays up-to-the-minute of trends in smartphones, gadgets, apps and more)
