What The Tech: Father’s Day Tech Gadgets for Dad
BY JAMEY TUCKER, Consumer Tech Reporter
Father’s Day Tech Gifts Dad Probably Wouldn’t Buy for Himself
Every Father’s Day, dads get a lot of the same gifts: neckties, coffee mugs, grilling accessories, and gift cards.
This year, why not surprise him with a gadget he may not even know exists?
From a bird feeder that uses artificial intelligence to identify backyard visitors to a robot that cuts the grass automatically, these are some of the most interesting tech gifts available this Father’s Day.
Birdbuddy: A Smart Bird Feeder with AI
Bird watching has become surprisingly high-tech. Birdbuddy looks like an ordinary bird feeder, but it has a built-in camera connected to your home’s Wi-Fi network. When a bird lands for a snack, the camera automatically captures photos and videos. The companion app uses artificial intelligence to identify bird species and can even recognize repeat visitors. You can name your favorite birds and keep track of them over time. The latest Birdbuddy models are solar powered, eliminating the need to regularly recharge the battery.
Even people who have never considered themselves bird watchers often find themselves checking the app every day to see who stopped by.
The Hedgehog: More Than Just a Mini Blower
The Hedgehog is one of those gadgets that’s difficult to explain until you use it.
It’s a compact but incredibly powerful air blower that can be used to dry camping gear, clean electronics, remove leaves from patios and decks, and even dry a wet dog after a bath. With airflow speeds that rival much larger blowers, it’s the kind of tool that quickly finds a permanent place in the garage or workshop.
Insta360 Anti-Gravity Drone
Most drones capture what’s in front of them. The Insta360 Anti-Gravity drone captures everything. Using cameras mounted on both the top and bottom, it records full 360-degree video. Later, you can choose any angle or perspective you want, creating cinematic aerial footage that would be difficult to capture with a traditional drone. It’s one of the most impressive examples of how camera technology continues to evolve.
A Chef’s Knife with a High-Tech Twist
For dads who enjoy cooking, the Seattle UltraSonics chef’s knife adds technology to one of the oldest kitchen tools. The knife uses high-frequency vibrations designed to help it glide through foods more easily. Whether slicing meats, vegetables, or bread, the result is smoother cuts with less effort.
It’s certainly not your typical Father’s Day kitchen gadget.
A Robot That Mows the Lawn
Robot vacuums have been around for years. Now robot lawnmowers are becoming practical for everyday homeowners.The Eufy robot lawnmower can map a yard, follow a schedule, avoid obstacles, and keep the grass trimmed automatically. When the battery runs low, it returns to its charging station before heading back out to finish the job. For dads who would rather spend a Saturday relaxing than pushing a mower around the yard, it may be the ultimate Father’s Day gift.
The Best Gifts Solve a Problem
The best Father’s Day gifts aren’t always the things Dad asks for. Sometimes they’re the things he never knew existed. Whether it’s attracting birds to the backyard, capturing incredible drone footage, cooking dinner, or eliminating a weekly chore, these gadgets offer something many traditional gifts don’t: a
reason to use them long after Father’s Day is over.
