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I’ve got a secret for you: your father wants a tech gift. Now he may not have ever mentioned that he wants a tech gift, but that’s exactly why it’s a secret!
Your dad may or may not be a techie, but you can show him some Father’s Day love with these awesome tech gifts that will make his day even more special. His secret wish will be fulfilled and you’ll definitely bring a smile to his face. You may even start secretly wishing for these gifts for yourself!
Light Saber Cufflinks
You know the problem: you never have a light saber ready when you need one. These cufflinks make sure that your light saber is handy wherever you go.
If your father is a fan of Star Wars, light sabers and/or cufflinks, you may just have found the perfect gift for him!
Light Saber Cufflinks are available from Etsy for $9.51.
Cardboard Video Projector
Has your dad always wanted a home theater? Get him one that won’t bust your budget with the Cardboard Video Projector. Fold the cardboard into the shape of a projector (instructions included), pop your smartphone in, and start watching videos displayed on your wall.
The Cardboard Video Projector is available from Firebox beginning at $24.59.
R2-D2 Car Charger
Your dad will wish his phone battery was dying when you give him this R2-D2 Car Charger. Plug it into your car power adapter (or cigarette lighter) and charge up to two devices at once.
This officially licensed Star Wars charger lights up and makes sounds, as you can see (and hear) in this video:
The R2-D2 Car Charger is available from ThinkGeek for $39.99.
Nano Quadcopter
Your dad will have fun being a pilot with the Blade Nano Quadcopter. This quadcopter can fly around or hover in place with you in charge of its remote control. It’s small enough to be flown inside even small rooms and comes with SAFE technology.
Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope (SAFE) technology helps you pilot the device more safely, the default position for the aircraft is hovering in place. Let go of the remote and the Quadcopter will hover to keep it stable, making it easier to control.
The Blade Nano Quadcopter is available from Amazon for $89.99.
Levitating Bluetooth Speaker
Your father can amaze his friends as they jam out to his favorite tunes with the Levitating Bluetooth Speaker. This speaker floats in the air above its base as it plays music from a Bluetooth-connected device.
The L3 Bluetooth Levitating Speaker is available from Amazon for $128.00.
Flote Tablet Stand
Help your dad lift his tablet off of his desk and get a better view of the screen with the Flote Tablet Stand. This stand is designed of metal and can be adjusted up, down and around to see the screen at any angle.
The design is both functional and classic. This stand would look great on a desktop, workbench or anywhere.
The Flote Table Stand is available from CKIE for 129.99.
Smart Basketball
If your dad is a basketball player, coach and/or fan, check out the 94Fifty Smart Basketball. This ball and its accompanying app keep track of your:
- Shooting Arc to help you achieve the ideal arc
- Dribble Intensity and Speed with either hand
- Shot Release Speed to help you increase the number of shots you take
- Shot Backspin to help you improve the accuracy of your shots
This video shows how the Smart Basketball links to an app to help give you stats on your shots.
The 94Fifty Smart Basketball is currently on sale at the 94Fifty website for $179.99.
London Cab
If your father enjoys driving, help him drive in style with an authentic London Cab. This vehicle seats up to seven people, making car pool driving even more fun!
Dad can be the envy of the neighborhood as he pulls out of the driveway in this refurbished cab from London. The car comes fully equipped with power steering and brakes, automatic transmission, leather seats and air conditioning.
Just don’t get him one if your father lives in London unless you want him being hailed constantly!
The London Cab is available from Hammacher Schlemmer for $40,000.
Your Thoughts
Which of these tech gifts would you like for your dad? What gifts would you like for yourself? Would you like to drive a London cab around town? Share your thoughts with us in the Comments section below!
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* Computer monitor image (edited) courtesy of Melissa Cupitt via Flickr and Creative Commons
Hi Carolyn,
Awesome list indeed 🙂
Trust you to come up with exciting gift ideas, especially with Father’s Day being so near now. I remember how you come up with new ideas each year at this time, which gives us all a great chance to put on our thinking caps!
While my Dad doesn’t play basketball as he loves his golf, he wouldn’t mind Flote Tablet Stand and even the cufflinks, especially when he’s all dressed for a party! But knowing him, he’s so content with just a phone call, a simple hug, and other such gestures. I’d forward this to my kid’s, so that they can think of something for their dad too, though he’s another one like my Dad! 🙂
Thanks for sharing. Have a nice weekend 🙂
Hi Harlenna, Yes, I really love doing these gift list posts as I get to explore fun tech ideas. I have a secret Pinterest board where I pin tech gift ideas. Some ideas are in development and the product hasn’t launched yet, or is on Kickstarter. I check back with these to see if they ever come to market. Some do, some don’t even though they seem so cool!
Thanks for your wonderful comment, Harleena. I hope you, your dad and Vinay have a fantastic Father’s Day!
Hi Carolyn,
I’m not sure if my dad would enjoy it, but I sure would enjoy 94Fifty Smart Basketball. It’a been a long time since I’ve played, but I can visualize myself with it and how much fun that would be.
At the moment, I’m looking for new headphones for my iPhone so that’s probably the next tech I’ll buy.
My dad is using an Android tablet now, so finding an app that he’ll enjoy is something I’ll be looking for.
Hi Jens, Yes, the 94Fifty Basketball is a great gift for anyone who likes the sport. It’s like having a high-tech coach at the ready to guide you to play your best game.
Great idea to get your dad an app for Father’s Day! That’s a fantastic tech gift. Now to find the right one…