GIFT GUIDE: Gadgets and tech gifts to splurge on this Christmas
You can't really go wrong whenever you give someone a gadget for Christmas because tech serves everybody, no matter what their interests are—even your lola will find high quality earbuds useful.
Now, there are a lot of choices out there—from budget devices to premium ones. But since it's the season of giving, it's the time to go all out and not skimp on buying the best for your loved ones.
From desk essentials, wearables, and home appliances, here's a list of premium gadgets that are well worth the splurge.
iPhone 13 Pro Max
Apple's latest iPhone 13 Pro Max boasts a number of high-end features like its amazing camera, the vivid 120Hz ProMotion display, a long-lasting battery life, and up to 1TB of internal storage.
Sony WF-1000XM4
A great gift to give someone who's working or studying from home in a noisy environment is a trusty pair earbuds that can drown out the racket. Sony's WF-1000XM4 wireless earbuds can do just that as they have one of the best noise cancellation features in the market.
Royal Kludge RK68
Take your typing experience to the next level with a mechanical keyboard. The Royal Kludge RK68 is a great budget option that you can use for everyday work and casual gaming.
Logitech C922 Pro HD Webcam
Is your friend or loved one constantly attending Zoom meetings? A high quality webcam would serve them well. The Logitech C922 Pro HD captures video at full HD 1080p at 30fps or 720p at 60fps so your audience will always see you clearly.
Electrolux Explore 6 air fyer
The air fryer hype might be over, but this appliance is still a handy gadget to keep around the kitchen. Cook fried food without the oil using the Electrolux 3L Explore 6 air fryer, currently on sale on Lazada at P7,195. Did you know you can also bake brownies, cake, and cookies in this appliance?
Secretlab Gaming Chair - Harry Potter
What's the perfect gift for a techie Potterhead? Bring the magic home with the Secret Lab Titan Evo 2022 Harry Potter Edition chair, which features a memory foam head pillow, ergonomic backrest, and magnetic armrests.
Sony ZV-E10
Got a friend who loves shooting videos? With the Sony ZV-E10 vlogging camera, they can capture memories in high 4K definition. The camera itself is available for P42,990 but you can add accessories like the shooting grip and mic, to fully get into the vlogger fantasy.
Garmin Venu 2S
Your health-conscious loved ones will appreciate receiving a stylish, highly functional smartwatch. The Garmin Venu 2S sports a 40mm AMOLED display that shows you notifications like incoming calls and messages right on your wrist. It also features a handful of sport modes, including high-intensity interval training (HIIT).
Nintendo Switch OLED
The Nintendo Switch OLED is a fun gift for someone who wants to take their games anywhere. This console features a bigger and brighter OLED screen, making games like Animal Crossing: New Horizons and The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword a delight to play handheld.
iPad Mini 2021
Apple's latest iPad Mini is a small yet powerful beast. This tablet boasts a powerful A15 Bionic chip, an all-new screen design, and Apple Pencil support—making it a great gift for a budding artist.