What The Tech: Christmas gift ideas for Dad
BY JAMEY TUCKER, Consumer Technology Reporter
Ditch the Tie: The Ultimate Tech Gift Guide for the Dad Who Has Everything
Finding the perfect gift for Dad can be tough, especially when he insists he doesn’t need or want
anything. But let’s be honest, most dads secretly love new gadgets and tools.
This year, forget the gift cards and neckties and go for a tech gift that will make him say, “Wow!”
Here are five seriously cool tech ideas that Dad probably hasn’t seen yet—and that will definitely
make his friends jealous.
1. The Home Brewery: iGulu Automated Home Brewing Machine
If Dad loves craft beer, this is the ultimate gift. Think of it as a Keurig for beer. The iGulu makes
home brewing simple:
● Easy Process: Just tap an RFID sticker for the beer type he wants (IPA, Amber Ale,
Porter, Ciders, even Kombucha).
● All-in-One: Hops, wheat, barley, and other ingredients come pre-packaged.
● Perfectly Chilled: The machine handles the entire fermenting process, pouring out a
perfectly chilled mug in about nine days.
2. Serious Power: Portable Battery Stations
Dad needs power, whether he’s tailgating, camping, or just preparing for a power outage. A
portable battery station is a game-changer.
● Versatile: Provides all the power he needs for any situation.
● Huge Capacity: Some models are powerful enough to run an entire house.
● Top Brands: Look for reliable brands like EcoFlow, Goal Zero, and Anker.
Bonus: EcoFlow also makes battery-powered refrigerator-freezers that can even make ice on
the go.
LG StanbyMe
Take the TV anywhere with this truly unique device. The LG StanbyMe portable television can
be taken anywhere and runs on a battery for up to 4 hours of TV viewing.
● Size & Resolution: A 27-inch QHD TV.
● Ultimate Portability: It’s a battery-powered TV that comes in a briefcase with wheels.
Perfect for the garage, patio, or camping trips.
4. Yardwork, Automated: Eufy Robot Lawnmower
Give Dad back his weekend! A robot lawnmower takes the chore out of yard work.
● Hands-Off Operation: Runs automatically once set up.
● App Control: Can be controlled remotely with an app on his phone.
● Precision Cutting: Surprisingly good at covering every inch of the yard in perfectly
straight lines.
Speaking as a dad, the true measure of a tech gadget isn’t just how much he loves it, but how
many of his buddies say, “Man, I gotta get one of those.” These items are currently on the pricier
side, but the costs are continually coming down, and you can often find them on sale throughout
the holidays.
