Disclaimer: This blog’s contents are paraphrased from the Philstar Life article entitled “GIFT GUIDE: Latest gadgets and accessories for techies who wants to stay up-to-date”. The full article can be found here.
With Christmas fast approaching, it’s time to equip our favorite techies with an astonishing assortment of devices that will surely aid them in powering through the coming new year and beyond!
From unique and innovative smartphones to tech accessories that make everyday life a cinch, here’s our Christmas gift guide for amazing tech-savvy presents to gift wrap this holiday season:
iPhone 15 Series
Starting this list is the phone that caught the Apple of everyone's eye since it was announced.
Apple’s latest smartphone lineup offers four variants: the iPhone 15 (6.1-inch), iPhone 15 Pro (6.1-inch), iPhone 15 Pro Max (6.7-inch), and iPhone 15 Plus (6.7-inch), available in a variety of vibrant colors.
Among its notable features are a 48MP main camera for capturing stunningly detailed photos and videos, a USB-C connector for fast & easy charging, and a display level of 1,600 nits for an impactful viewing experience.
Whether you’re an avid social media user or a hardworking go-getter, it’s your sleek & elegant everyday companion in staying connected to our fast-paced virtual world.
Apple Watch Series 9
For loved ones who wear wellness on their wrists, consider gifting them the new Apple Watch Series 9.
More than a stylish timekeeper, this fitness-tracking smartwatch boasts a 30 percent boost in performance compared to previous versions plus a new built-in feature for accessing your health data via Siri. This includes tracking your overall physical health such as recording your hours of sleep, average walking heart rate, weight, and more.
OPPO Enco Air 3 earbuds
OPPO's Enco Air 3 earbuds are a must-buy for any audiophile.
These top-notch wireless earbuds can connect to two devices simultaneously, enabling you to listen to your favorite music and podcasts and then seamlessly switch between your laptop and phone on demand. These nifty earbuds can also switch between devices automatically, making for a quick and hassle-free experience.
Additionally, a single charge holds up to 6 hours of playtime, with a 10-minute recharge allowing for up to 2 hours of listening.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 combines a large screen, sleek design, and portability. It's an awesome gift for tech enthusiasts who want a big-screen phone while maintaining that pocket-perfect size.
Enjoy immersive cinematic viewing anywhere with this smartphone’s massive 7.6-inch main display. Then, fit it snugly into your pocket through its unique folding feature.
The Galaxy Z Fold5 also supports a "Multi Window" feature, allowing up to three windows to be open on one screen, giving you greater multitasking ability for streaming, shopping, gaming, etc.
Sony ILCE-7CM2 camera
Christmas is a time for creating lasting memories. What better way to capture that holiday spirit than with the gift of a high-quality camera?
The Sony ILCE-7CM2 Camera is compact and lightweight, making it easy to capture stunning Insta-worthy photos and videos. It has advanced capture technologies like a 33.0-effective-megapixel image sensor for high-definition pictures and a 4K video camera for crystal-clear filming at 60p/50p.
An outstanding camera for photography enthusiasts and videographers, this sleek and smart gift is the perfect companion for creating captivating content and sharing it with the online world.
Anker Prime 12K mAh Power Bank
Know a friend who’s always in need of a charge? If so, Anker’s Prime 12K mAh Powerbank is their cutting-edge power-packed Christmas present.
Another addition to Anker’s range of fast-charging power banks, this portable powerhouse ensures devices are energized in no time through a speedy two-way charging system that totals an output of up to 130W. It also supports USB-C charging of up to 65W.
Then, conveniently monitor its charging via a smart digital display that tracks information like remaining battery capacity, power input, and power output in real time.
What’s more, there’s no need to worry when you run out of power as the Prime 12K mAh Powerbank can be fully charged in as fast as 45 minutes, ensuring that your devices are always recharged and ready to go.
JBL Partybox Ultimate Speaker
No party is complete without booming beats! Why not gift your favorite host brand-new portable speakers for their Christmas parties?
Make their next get-together even more special with breathtaking sound and lights from the JBL Partybox Ultimate. Fill any room with awesome audio through its superb Original JBL Pro Sound boosted even further with high-definition streaming through an immersive 3D Dolby Atmos experience over Wi-Fi.
Aside from the already amazing sound, get everyone grooving to the beat with a brilliant light show from this speaker’s built-in music-synced array of light trails and strobe effects.
PlayStation 5
Sony’s flagship gaming console, the PlayStation 5 is a great gift for any gamer looking to immerse themselves in a variety of amazing virtual worlds this holiday season.
Take your gaming sessions to the next level with a lightning-fast system, hardware capable of gorgeous high-fidelity graphics, and more. With a large collection of fun, engaging, and story-rich games to choose from, endless hours of enjoyment await your favorite gamer friends!
OPPO Find N3 Flip
A blast from the past is back and better than ever!
Flip phones return with OPPO’s new elegant clamshell-like foldable smartphone! The Find N3 Flip features a large, state-of-the-art vertical cover screen that mirrors your main screen—allowing for easy replying to messages, accessing playlists, taking photos, and more without the need to unfold your phone.
Additionally, it can capture every moment in crystal-clear detail through a remarkable triple-camera system that includes a 50MP wide-angle camera, a 48MP ultra-wide camera, and a 32MP portrait camera.
Get ready to "tech the halls" and bring a smile to your loved ones’ faces by getting these high-quality holiday tech gifts today!
