Looking for gifts for that technology-obsessed person on your list? I’m a bit of a tech fan myself, so I’ve assembled some great technology gifts in this 2015 tech gift guide.
It includes tech gifts for most price ranges, from the $16 Google Cardboard to the $1,500 Light L16 Camera.
2015 Tech gift guide
Olloclip – $80
Expand your iPhone’s photo capabilities with this handy $80 add-on device. The Olloclip slides on your phone to give you a wide angle and fisheye lens, as well as a macro lens to focus on things very close up and a selfie lens (meaning it works with your front-facing camera). It’s a fun device and helps you be a more creative iPhone photographer.
Google Cardboard – $16
Virtual Reality and 360-degree video may just be the next big things. But you don’t need to shell out much money to get involved. Pick up this $16 Google Cardboard, then download some virtual reality apps to see what the fuss is all about. If you love it, upgrade to the Samsung Gear VR.
Samsung SmartThings Hub – $99
The smart home is here, and the Samsung SmartThings Hub, now in its second generation, may just be at the heart of it. Connect the hub to your home network, and then add the ability to control lights and other devices with your smart phone.
Lily camera – $799
Admit it. You’ve always wanted your own personal drone to follow you wherever you go and take video. Lily makes that happen. It’s not shipping until Aug. 2016, but feel free to order yours today.
Light L16 Camera – $1,499
You can’t get this one quite yet either, but the Light L16 Camera actually takes 10 photos at once to make sure you have the perfect shot. It ships in fall 2016.
Polaroid Cube – $99
GoPro may get all of the publicity, but Polaroid Cube is an action camera that is waterproof and fits on the palm of your hand. It mounds magnetically or with a clip for plenty of video options.
DJI Osmo camera – $650
The DJI Osmo is a 4K stabilized video camera that allows you to shoot even when on the move without blur. It also has modes for panorama photos and selfies, as well as letting you take long exposure shots without a tripod.
Ricoh Theta S – $350
Welcome to the world of 360-degree video. The Theta S has two fisheye cameras to record video in all directions. The camera then stitches it all together so you can easily post your video to Facebook and Youtube.
PowerUp 3.0 Smartphone Controlled Paper Airplane – $55
Finally, a paper airplane you can control with your phone. The PowerUp 3.0 Smartphone Controlled Paper Airplane is the world’s first remote controlled paper airplane conversion kit. It has a 180 feet/ 55 meter range and a crash-resistant design.
Amazon Echo – $180
If you like Siri, you’re going to love Amazon Echo. In addition to being a speaker that plays your favorite music, Echo can answer questions – just like Siri. It is controlled by your voice for hands-free convenience, and Echo can hear you from across the room.
Need more gift ideas?
If you like this tech gift guide, check out my 2015 social media gift guide for even more unique holiday gift ideas.