The Best Gadget Gifts for Splashing Out With
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Do you have someone special in your life who you want to impress? Well, *cracks knuckles*, we’ve already brought you gadget gift guides for under $150 and under $300, and now it’s time for the big one. Welcome to our ultimate gadget gift guide for splashing out this holiday season.
Now, of course, giving gifts isn’t about the cash you spend, it’s about the thought. But if you’re looking to really treat someone with no expense spared, we’ve pulled together our dream gadget guide. This list includes high-end tech, from state-of-the-art gadgets to luxe hardware.
And hey, if you have the dough, why not treat yourself, too?
Scroll on for some extra special gadget gifts.
Apple 12.9-inch iPad Pro with WiFi
You know the iPad, and you probably already know why we’re recommending it, but we’ll explain anyway. From its sleek design to its A12X Bionic chip and Neural Engine, 10 hours of battery life, and Liquid Retina display with ProMotion, True Tone, and wide color, Apple’s iconic tablet is one of the best designed out there. We recommend the latest model, which has 64GB of memory, meaning you’ll be able to cram all your favorite apps and media on it.
Omen by HP Gaming Laptop
This powerful HP gaming system is ideal for the gaming nerd. Specs include NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1660 Ti graphics, 8th generation Intel® Core™ processor, 8GB RAM, and 256GB SSD.
Fenix 5 Plus Sapphire
This smartwatch is top of the line and has more features than you could ever imagine. This multisport GPS smartwatch not only estimates your heart rate at the wrist but also includes color TOPO maps which can help you navigate. You can wear it on a run, and leave your phone at home — the Fenix 5 Easily stores up to 500 songs and connects with Bluetooth® headphones.
HTC VIVE Cosmos VR Headset & System
This powerful VR headset and system is known for its ease of use, and immersive tech. Experience a new world with 2880 x 1700 combined-resolution displays with a fluid 90hz refresh rate, as well as six tracking cameras.
Canon EOS Rebel T7i DSLR Camera with Lens and Kit
This camera has a 45-point all cross-type AF system and optical viewfinder, which means you’ll get instant high-quality photos, and a 24.2 Megapixel CMOS (APS-C) sensor, which promises brilliant color quality. It also comes with built-in Wi-Fi, NFC, and Bluetooth connectivity which means seamless direct uploading to the web — no need to plug into your laptop and wait to share your favorites. We recommend the kit, as it comes with all the essentials, from a stand, camera bag, multiple lenses, and external flash.
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