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This Father’s Day, take your dad’s tech game to a whole new level

THE ASIAN AGE
Published : Jun 9, 2019, 10:00 am IST
Updated : Jun 15, 2019, 12:16 pm IST

Father’s Day is just around the corner and here are a few suggestions to help you make your shopping a little bit easier.

This could be the perfect occasion to help your father take his tech game to a whole new level. (Photo: Pixabay)
 This could be the perfect occasion to help your father take his tech game to a whole new level. (Photo: Pixabay)

If you’re like most people, you probably rolled out the red carpet to impress your Mom (a nice Sunday lunch, a beautiful bouquet, a thoughtful card) but most likely forgot all about Dad. While there is no shortage of gift options out there, this could be the perfect occasion to help your father take his tech game to a whole new level.

Bose Sleepbuds

Bose Sleepbuds

Bose Sleepbuds are tiny, truly wireless earbuds that combine an ultra-comfortable design with soothing sounds to block, cover, and replace the most common noises that interfere with sleep.  Bose Sleepbuds are the smallest Bose product ever made and are packed with proprietary technology.  They come with 10 pre-loaded ‘sleeptracks’ that mirror the frequencies of snoring, neighbours, dogs, traffic, and more — hiding them beneath a layer of relaxing audio.  They feature new patented ear tips for a snug, soft, barely-felt fit, and can run for up to 16 hours.  And they solve a problem for millions of people that have vexed a multi-billion dollar industry. The Sleepbuds retail for Rs 22,900.

Fitbit Versa Lite

Fitbit Versa Lite

Building on the success of the Fitbit Versa family of devices, Fitbit Versa Lite Edition is an everyday smartwatch with most of the core fitness and smart features Versa is known for, including automatic activity, PurePulse 24/7 heart rate and Sleep Stages tracking, 15+ goal-based exercise modes, connected GPS, smartphone notifications, apps, 4+ day battery life and relative SpO2 sensor, which has the potential to estimate changes in blood oxygen levels and help track new health indicators about health, such as sleep apnea. It features a simple one-button, lightweight, swim-proofAnchor design in new bold colour choices for the young at heart. At Rs 15,999, Versa Lite Edition is Fitbit’s most affordable smartwatch yet, for users who want an attractive, versatile, and easy-to-use device with core features, actionable insights and personal guidance to motivate them to improve their health.

GoPro Hero7 Black

GoPro HERO7 Black

GoPro HERO7 Black sets a new bar for video stabilization with its standout feature, HyperSmooth. HyperSmooth is the best in-camera video stabilization ever featured in a camera. It makes it easy to capture professional-looking, gimbal-like stabilized video without the expense or hassle of a motorized gimbal. HyperSmooth works underwater and in high-shock and wind situations where gimbals fail. HERO7 Black with HyperSmooth video stabilization – you’ve got to see it to believe it.

With HERO7 Black, GoPro has also introduced a radical new form of video called TimeWarp. TimeWarp Video applies a high-speed, ‘magic-carpet-ride’ effect to your videosTimeWarp Video transforms longer experiences into short, flowing videos that are compelling to watch and easy to share. And when it comes to sharing, there’s no faster way to do it than live. HERO7 Black is the first GoPro to live stream, enabling users to automatically share in real time to Facebook, Twitch, YouTube, Vimeo and other platforms internationally. The result is an exciting and convenient way to share life’s more interesting, on-the-go moments. It’s available for Rs 37,000.

LT Premium

Letstrack Personal and LT Premium

Letstrack tracking device comes in various forms you can give him Letstrack personal which he can keep with himself or LT premium which he can place it in his car. The Letstrack Personal is a discreet tracking device for people and assets. It can be placed in a bag, kept in the pocket or fastened with a belt. The LT Premium is one of the best devices by Letstrack which helps you track your friends, family, vehicles, employees as well as colleagues with real-time tracking. The device offers you great connectivity even in the most remote areas with the unstable network. Letstrack Premium series has engine cut as its prime feature as well as full vehicle monitoring. The Letstrack Personal is priced at Rs 6,999 and the LT Premium costs Rs 8,999.

Pebble

Pebble ACE 10000mAh Power Bank

There is enough mess in his life, why add further with additional wires? The Pebble Ace 10000mAh user- friendly power bank with inbuilt cables enables the hassle-free experience. The Power Bank available in corporate colours Black & White, has a classy curved design, lightweight, and is incredibly efficient at 10000mAh. It also sports the capacity LED Indicator, which eases the usage, supporting his on the go life! The power bank is priced at Rs 2,299.

Sharp FP-JC2M

SHARP FP-JC2M-B Car Air Purifier

This Father's Day, gift your dad SHARP FP-JC2M-B Car Air Purifier for pollution-free joy rides. This Car Air Purifier is a smart device that cleanses air inside car silently using dual technology of HEPA & Carbon filters which removes PM2.5 and other gaseous substances while SHARP’s owned developed and award-winning Plasmacluster technology generates fresh air, eliminates toxic fumes, gases, molds and reduces static electricity providing the passengers clean and odourless air for your car. The air purifier has a clean air delivery rate (CADR) of 0.54 cubic meters per minute. The Coverage area for FP-JC2M-B is 3.6 cubic meters and it is suitable for every kind of car and SUV. Unlike other car air purifier, FP-JC2M-B can be placed on the backrest or armrest with a belt provided for maximum output. With weighing just 1.1kg, SHARP’s FP-JC2M-B Car Air Purifier is a light and compact car accessory your father would like to incorporate into his car. SHARP FP-JC2M-B Car Air Purifier is available to customers at Rs 16,500. 

Portronics Power Wallet

Portronics Power Wallet 10K

Gift you dad the Portronics Power Wallet 10K to make his travel woes relaxed and enjoyable one. It is a smart organizer which has built-in 10,000 mAh Power bank, USB Charging Cable and diary to take quick notes. It also has four slots with decent space for carrying cash and other travel documents.  This device is made of classy looking PU leather body, which repels water. It comes in elegant black colour and weighs just around 590 grams with dimensions 22.5cmx18cmx2.5cm. A mobile phone, up to 6.5 inches can fit in securely into the Power Wallet10K. The device comes with an easy to control power button and four external LEDs to show the current charging status. Power Wallet 10K is available at a very affordable price of Rs 2,999 through both online and offline stores.

ZAAP QuickTouch one Pro

ZAAP Quick Touch one Pro Car Mount

This accessory allows one to improvise their respective automobiles, providing a secured designer auxiliary to abide mobile phones on. Available in one size, the new product features a stylish design and safe phone mount that can securely attach to a car dashboard and windshield. It features ZAAP's patented Quick Touch mechanism, which enables users to easily mount and remove their smartphones with one simple hand motion. This universal smartphone solution is engineered to safely enhance the driving experience. ZAAP’s Quick Touch one Pro car mount comes at an exclusive price of Rs 1,499.

ECS Liva

ECS LIVA Mini PC

It features an environment-friendly design, which significantly improves the effect of energy-saving power. It conveyed the spirit of LIVA brand eco-friendly - living for a better life. The new generation of LIVA PC comes with AI engine Intel® OpenVINO™ built-in, features low power consumption design, 802.11ac Wi-Fi connectivity to provide the live-streaming analytics solution through real-time artificial intelligence. It supports CNN-based deep learning inference at the edge and data execution across computer vision accelerators.

Mi Band

Mi Band – HRX Edition

Those who need to be more alert and concerned about their near and dear one’s health can definitely go for a smart wearable, Mi Band - HRX Edition. It is a physical-activity tracker designed to help its users become more active, eat a balanced diet, sleep better, and ultimately, turn into a healthier human being living a fit lifestyle. An updated application to the fitness tracker is further optimized, so that it can more accurately track your steps, phases of sleep, weight gain/loss, and so on. The extended data in the “Statistics” menu will enable you to learn more about your father’s health, as well as to view all the characteristics for a certain period - A day, a week, or a month. A little bit of training will help your father see her progress with every day that passes, which is surely going to inspire her to spare more time for morning and evening walks.

Roomba e5

Roomba e5

The optimised with powerful pick-up technology that easily enables clean floors, every day. It starts with different stages of cleaning. The specially designed Edge-Sweeping brush focuses on dirt that accumulates around edges and corners. Smart navigation and Dirt Detect technology work together to cover your entire floor and focus on the areas that need it most. The Roomba e5 robot automatically docks and recharges after cleaning so that it’s always ready to go.

Sony headphones

Sony Extra Bass MDR-XB650BT headphones

No matter what, nothing can beat the ease and comfort of wireless headphones as they help you to enjoy music without the hassles of wires. Gifting your folks this lovely piece of gadgetry can make their life entertaining and easy (and less complicated). As compact and lightweight as it is, the feature-intensive Sony Extra Bass MDR-XB650BT headphones are designed not only to deliver long-lasting comfort to your father, but also optimize bass to provide the desired depth and clarity for taking her music streaming experience to another level. The adjustable headband's structure has been optimized to offer deep bass playback and provide a stable fitting while minimizing vibrations caused by punchy bass notes. Soft cushion ear pads provide a largely airtight seal for direct bass transmission.

Braava 390t

Braava 390t

Yet another masterpiece from the Braava 390t floor mopping robots can be used to dry or damp mop the floor. These devices deliver exceptional floor mopping and sweeping by leveraging Pro-clean Reservoir Pad and a range of sophisticated optical and acoustic sensors. The Braava 390t has dual cleaning actions, namely single-pass cleaning (straight-line cleaning action) and triple-pass cleaning (with zigzag motion), and is able to process more than 60 decisions per second. The robotic floor mop can sweep up to 1,000 square feet in a single go using its single-pass cleaning motion and up to 350 square feet using triple-pass cleaning motion. You can also fill its liquid reservoir with plain water or with a mild solution of disinfectant (to keep insects out of your home). You can even use it on hard surface floors such as vinyl, hardwood, and laminate. So, you’re aware which button to press after your Roomba 980 has done its job!

Oraimo OEB E99D

Oraimo OEB E99D

Priced at Rs 2999, the new age wireless and trendy looking ear buds - Airbuds OEB-E99D are designed to deliver a superior audio experience through very light, hassle free comfortable fit and long lasting battery. It is an ideal pick for those who are always on the go and its stylish ear hooks prevent the earbuds from falling. These mini Airbuds provide the perfect balance of great sound, all day battery life, convenience and personal style. The ergonomically designed oraimo Airbuds has capabilities par excellence and elevates the auditory experience to all together new level.

On the design front, the cushioned ear tips and comfortable ear design along with HD quality sound makes it class apart. These Airbuds are impeccably engineered to deliver clear, balanced sound quality and advanced wireless connectivity to ensure true sound performance coupled with comfortable design. Well, to your delight, there is no risk of signal loss which makes video watching a complete treat, with proper sync of audio and video.

Talking about the battery, Airbuds feature a massive 50mAh powerful battery that delivers 6 hours of playtime, coupled with a portable charging case that boasts multiple charges that gives upto 24 hours of music playtime and 100 hours’ standby. Airbuds come with attractive portable charging case that automatically charge the earbuds on the go. oraimo Airbuds are powered with Bluetooth version V5.0, that makes pairing faster, connections more stable and increases usable wireless range for the best wireless earphones experience.

Itel A46

Itel A46

The reliable mobile phone brand by TRANSSION Holdings offers you the budget friendly smartphone well equipped with latest technology, A46, priced at just Rs 4999 to make your Father’s Day special.

A46 is an industry first in the sub 5k segment with an AI dual camera and HD full screen that too at a price of only INR 4999. The smartphone comes loaded with premium double security features like face unlock and fingerprint sensor which is quite impressive. Also, it is equipped with Dual 4G VoLTE, premium dual tone IDs loaded with latest Android Pie and Octa-core processor.

On the camera front, it features AI enabled dual rear camera with 8.0 MP, 1.4um Big Pixel and dual LED flash. It also features 5.0MP AI selfie camera with soft flash. The camera supports Artificial intelligence based enhanced features like low light mode, beauty mode, HDR recording, scenario detection, object recognition & text recognition.

On the display front, itel A46 comes packed with the 13.84 cm (5.45) HD+ full screen with 18:9 aspect ratio and 1440*720 resolution which adds to classy and trendy look of the phone. The device runs on 2400mAh battery that is enough to surprise even a feature phone user. It is also equipped with 2GB RAM and 16GB internal storage along with a dedicated expandable memory up to 128 GB, which is quite decent for its price point. This smartphone is a complete package that comes with latest Android™ Pie 9 O OS along with some cutting edge technological features like Dual security features – Multifunction fingerprint sensor and Face Unlock that’ll add to the convenience of the users to unlock their phones, 13.84cm (5.45) HD+ IPS full screen, Dual 4G VoLTE.

Syska Uniblade

Syska Uniblade

Make your father look young and handsome by offering him the comfort of styling and grooming his beard on the go. SYSKA Uniblade comes with one blade to do both shave & trim. The product’s bi-directional blade makes shaving easier on the skin, at the same time the shaving technology offers both wet and dry usage of the shaver cum trimmer. This unique combination provides a hassle-free shaving experience that is both efficient and comfortable – even on longer beard hair. You can buy the product for just Rs. 1,899/-.

Ambrane 20000mAh Power Bank PP-20

Ambrane 20000mAh Power Bank PP-20

Don’t want to lose connection with your father while he is on the go? Gift him the Ambrane Power Bank PP-20 to keep his phone charged all the time. This power bank has small-sized high-density polymer battery. It has Dual USB Inputs- one with Micro USB Port and the other one with Type C Port. The product has a premium rubberized finish, high capacity polymer battery, dual input and dual output and compact design make it the ideal backup source of power for your mobiles and other devices. Get this stylish power bank for Rs. 1,299/-.

Goldmedal i-Dock entertainment player

Goldmedal i-Dock entertainment player

Goldmedal’s i-Dock Player is a perfect product to gift for your father this Father’s Day. The i-Dock player lets you play music stored on your Apple devices as well as other MP3 players. Equipped with an in-built stereo amplifier, the player enables direct speaker connection. An additional line output enables you to connect your music to any Hi-Fi or multi-room system. Goldmedal’s i-Dock Player is priced at Rs. 6,100/- and can be purchased from retail stores as well as leading ecommerce platforms.

Sony WI-C300 Wireless in-Ear Headphones

Sony WI-C300 Wireless in-Ear Headphones

Music is something that most people love. Let your dad enjoy all his favourite music with wireless Bluetooth connectivity, comfortable fit and stylish looks. He can easily stay on the go with up to 8 hours of battery life on a single charge and stay connected using integrated smartphone compatibility. Access your smartphone’s voice assistant through the click of a button. You can purchase this hassle-free, comfortable earpiece at just Rs. 2,199/-.

GOQii RunGPS

GOQii RunGPS

Is your father a fitness freak? Doesn’t matter if he is not, gift him the GOQii RunGPS that will motivate him to stay fit. GOQii RunGPS has six screens that track steps, distance, pace, calories burnt, heart rate and duration. The device also tracks activities and sleep, comes with an integrated USB charger that can easily be connected to any power bank, adapter or laptop. It can be connected wirelessly via Bluetooth to the GOQii iOS and Android app. The device also comes with the GOQii family care plan that offers a personal coach and personalized doctor consultation for a subscription period of 3 months for one selected member. You can get the GOQii RunGPS for just Rs. 2,999/-.

Saregama Carvaan Portable Digital Music Player

Saregama Carvaan Portable Digital Music Player

Retro is back with the launch of Saregama Carvaan. This portable digital music player with in-built stereo speakers comes pre-loaded with 5000 evergreen Hindi songs. With the option to tune into FM, Carvaan doubles up as your home radio too. Your father can also enjoy his personal collection of songs by plugging in a USB drive or streaming songs from your phone to the Carvaan via Bluetooth. Buy this classic music player for Rs. 6,390/-.

Jabra Elite 85h launch

Jabra Elite 85h

The Elite 85h headphones set new standards across the board, with 36-hour battery life (with ANC activated), crystal-clear sound with advanced 6-microphone call technology, 40mm custom-engineered speakers for top-quality acoustic experience and industry-leading durability. Together with SmartSound and intuitive Voice Assistant Control – the Elite 85h are the smartest ANC headphones on the market.

Crossloop DROM Premium TWS Bluetooth Speaker

Crossloop DROM Premium TWS Bluetooth Speaker

Pamper your father with this cool Drom speaker from crossloop. The perfect speaker for your party lover dad. Your dad can watch movies or videos with an impeccable sound. It lets your dad enjoy his favorite music on this Bluetooth speaker in both outdoors & indoors as it is water resistant and can withstand casual sprinkles of water. It comes with Hi-Resolution sound with a long lasting battery making it an Impressive and cool gift for Father’s day.

Anker Roav Smart Car Charger

Anker Roav Smart Car Charger

For your Travel Freak Dad an Alexa based Car Charger which will guide him his direction safely with his favourite music on the go with a never ending battery life. Enabling Hands-free calling, the Smart car Charger comes with Dual USB Ports that delivers High speed charging with Power IQ technology.

Astrum KL560 Gaming keyboard

Astrum KL560 Gaming keyboard

It's pretty cool if your dad is into gaming. Astrum brings for you rainbow coloured gaming Keyboard. It will enhance his gaming experience to the next level. The spill resistant technology and design makes keyboard safer during those exciting moments of gaming with your favorite drink in hand. The keyboard also features an adjustable keyboard height and all key enable/disable functionality, along with braided cable and a USB connector. The 1.5 Mt cable length enables user to play games from a distance. Redefining what gamers, need in a high-end keyboard, the product with one year warranty is readily available with leading retail and e-commerce stores in India.

Ambrane  WH-65  Wireless Headphones

Ambrane  WH-65  Wireless Headphones

Music is always the answers for all the problems, gift your father the Ambrane WH-65, wireless Bluetooth headphones, with its premium plastic matte design, lightweight and easy to carry fold-able feature which makes it a perfect fit for all music lovers and travel enthusiasts.

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