With letters to Santa complete and posted, and advent calendars poised, Christmas is fast approaching. You might have started (or even finished?) your present shopping for the children and grandchildren in your life. But what about the bigger kids?
If you have big kids in your life who can’t resist the draw of the latest tech gifts and trendy new gadgets, there’s no need to panic because we’ve got you covered.
Keeping read for your rundown of the latest snazzy tech for big kids.
1. Lego vintage radio
The Lego Icons range rarely disappoints and it comes up trumps again this Christmas. This 900-piece vintage radio set is an incredibly stylish remodelling of the classic 1970s transistor radio.
Its retro-chic design means that it will be great for adorning any music aficionado’s shelf. More than that, though, it has a couple of secrets up its sleeve. Not only is there room in the back to hide a mobile phone, allowing you to play music as though through the radio itself, but the model also features an innovative “sound brick”.
This allows you to turn your radio’s dial and “pick up” realistic static, as well as snippets of songs, as though you’re tuning the real thing.
And all from just £89.99.
2. Whoop 4.0 wearable health tracker
This smart-phone-compatible health tracker will monitor (among other things), your:
- Heart rate
- Calories
- Skin temperature
- Blood oxygen levels
- Activity.
It also features wireless charging, an alarm clock, and a sleep monitor that helps you analyse your circadian rhythms. This can be incredibly useful for understanding your sleep patterns and waking up refreshed, at just the right stage in your sleep cycle.
Used together, this comprehensive health tracker can help your loved one incorporate exercise and rest into their day, manage their stress levels and even help them stay on top of their mental health.
3. Cumulus Iced Coffee Machine
If you’re looking for the latest in kitchen-based tech, you could do a lot worse than invest in the Cumulus. Billed as the first of its kind, this instant iced coffee maker will produce three different types of premium iced coffee, including a cold espresso.
It uses recyclable pods, so there’s no grinding coffee or waiting for beans to steep, and it’s gentle on the environment too. And while an iced coffee might not be your first choice in the depths of winter, it’ll be in constant use come the summer.
4. Xgimi MoGo 3 Pro portable projector
Whether you’re looking to turn the spare room into an impromptu cinema or you want to host a film night on the move, a portable projector is a must-have.
There are plenty on the market but the Xgimi MoGo 3 Pro has the advantage of being linked to Google TV. That makes it intuitive to use and easy to find all of your subscription accounts, from Netflix to Disney+.
The picture quality is great too!
5. Dyson OnTrac headphones
The headphone market is saturated with some incredible products, from huge names like Bose, Shure, and Sony. But the Dyson OnTrac set is winning plaudits and could prove to be among 2024’s best.
These wireless, over-ear headphones sport a unique but incredibly stylish design and are both very comfortable and score very highly for sound quality.
They retail for around £400.
6. Amazon Kindle Paperwhite
There’s nothing new about the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite, but it’s the perfect gift for the tech-loving bookworm in your life.
The Kindle has long perfected the art of reading on the move, from its high-resolution and glare-free screen to the light that makes it perfect for reading in bed without disturbing your partner.
Add its impressive battery life and waterproof design and the Paperwhite is a real must-have.
7. SimPure Y10C
The technology of water filtration has come a long way and the SimPure Y10C might well be the tech apex.
It’s a cold water reverse osmosis water filter which sits on your countertop and provides pure, cool drinking water no installation required.
It claims to be twice as efficient as other comparable filters/coolers on the market and, by reducing the need for traditional refrigerants, is also helping to support a healthier planet. Warning, though, this futuristic tech doesn’t come cheap!
