Gadgets: Father's Day gift ideas
Published in Science & Technology News
Father’s Day is right around the corner, and this is the perfect time to find a gift that reflects your dad’s personality, hobbies or everyday needs. If you’re drawing a blank, here are some great suggestions.
The ibreo N5 mini S3 Neck and Shoulder Massager ($63.99) is a must-have, producing endless hours of relaxation. There is no wrong atmosphere for it; at home, at work or at play, it all works. The wearable, backpack-style, hands-free massager with six massage heads for provide broader coverage, is perfect for use while sitting at your computer, watching TV or just lying down.
It is adjustable with back straps and pull handles for use on your neck and shoulders. There are four massage modes (kneading, master, scraping, and mixed), three intensity levels, and a choice of two heat settings, all controlled with easily accessible buttons or with the included handheld remote control. It’s lightweight, portable and quiet with a 10-minute timer and a long-lasting USB-C rechargeable battery, good for 15 massages before a charge is needed.
https://ibreo.com/products/ibreo-n5-mini-s3-neck-and-shoulder-massage
Olight’s Baton 4 Pro ($69.99) dual-switch, high-lumen, compact EDC flashlight is amazingly bright for its 4.37-by-0.9-inch size. It has a 6061 aluminum body, a secure anti-slip grip, and an IPX8 waterproof rating. Inside is a high-performance LED and a 3,500 mAh battery, charged via the magnetic charging cable or USB-C. What makes it amazing is that it delivers 1,600 lumens with a 200-meter throw.
The ArkPro Ultra ($129.99) one-piece rectangular-shaped flashlight combines 1700 lumens of Pure Flood, 800 lumens of spotlight, 365nm UV light, and a green beam. The floodlight is considered your everyday use flashlight. With the spotlight, it will shine farther away, and the UV light will show you stains, leaks and other glowing effects. They shine independently, except for the green beam, which can be used with the other light sources. It has a body made of O-Aluminum and a portable size of 4.88 by 1.06 by 0.63 inches. Inside is a 2,000 mAh battery that also charges via USB-C or the included magnetic charging cable.
https://www.olight.com
Leatherman’s MICRA ($49.95) compact multi-tool is a perfect example of big things coming in small packages. The 2.5 by 0.75 by 0.37 inch/1.8-ounce tool (when closed) can be carried on its own or attached to a keychain. Either way, it provides 10 tools in total, including a stainless steel knife, tweezers, spring-action scissors, and a screwdriver. There’s also a 4.7-inch ruler, a bottle opener and a built-in nail file/cleaner for personal care. It’s available in a variety of dual-tone colors.
https://www.leatherman.com/products/micra
As promoted, you’ll have to warn your neighbors when you crank up the Fender Elie 12 portable speaker ($399). You get serious sound from 120 watts (there’s also a 60-watt model at $299) of booming, crystal-clear sound from the 360-degree listening speaker with built-in subwoofers. You’ll get 15 hours of listening on the go before a charge is needed; a quick 15-minute charge provides two hours of playtime.
Producing the Elie 12’s sound are two full-range drivers, two tweeters and two subwoofers. Once you turn it up, you’ll hear how it's one of the best portable speakers available. It can be used wirelessly (Bluetooth) or wired. There’s also a 3.5 mm auxiliary line-out on the eye-catching speaker, which features a carrying handle. An XLR/1/4-inch combo jack allows for plugging in a guitar or microphone.
On-board controls are there for the mode, sound and volume. Modes include single or stereo; purchase multiple Elie 12s and link them together. It’s available in black or white.
https://fenderaudio.com/products/elie-12
The VIOFO A229 Ultra 3CH dash cam ($369.99) features front and rear 4K cameras and a full HD interior cabin camera, all powered by high-quality Sony STARVIS 2 sensors. The sensors help provide crisp video, high-quality nighttime video, and license plate readability. The front and rear cameras have an F/1.8 aperture and a 140-degree field of view. The interior camera has an f/2.2 lens with a 210-degree ultra-wide fisheye field of view.
Other features include a 2.4-inch high-resolution display, various time-lapse settings, parking mode, built-in WiFi, Bluetooth and GPS. A USB-C 2.0 port provides a simple, direct, high-speed connection. Voice control lets you start recordings and other features with your command. The installation is pretty straightforward to get you recording in a few minutes. Video is recorded in MP4 format, and still images are in JPEG format.
https://www.viofo.com/products/viofo-a229-ultra-w-3ch-4k-front-4k-waterproof-rear-camera-1080p-fisheye-cabin-camera
The AeroFit 2 Pro earbuds are the first dual-form earbuds from Soundcore. They are designed for a variety of uses, including those who want an open ear to hear their surroundings (while running, biking, etc.) and more private, isolated listening. The emphasis behind the new design is not to replace in-ear ANC earbuds, but rather to offer an option with noise reduction in an open-ear form factor.
After a month or so with the AeroFit 2 Pro ($179.99) in a variety of indoor and outdoor conditions, there was a short learning curve, but after a few days, its value shone through. The playtime is rated at 7 hours in open-ear mode and 5 hours in ANC mode. The portable storage/charging case extends both. They are available in black, purple, white, and blue.
https://www.soundcore.com/products/a3875-aerofit-2-pro-open-ear-earbuds-with-anc
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