Best Tech Gifts to Buy Your Dad This Father’s Day
Check out this list of the best tech gifts to buy for your dad this Father’s Day. There’s something here for every dad — and budget!
Finding the perfect gift for a parent — or even a friend or relative — can be a difficult process. You want the gift to be thoughtful, but you also want it to be something that the recipient can get some use out of. If you’re not sure what to get your father this Father’s Day, consider getting him one of the following budget-friendly tech gifts to make his life easier and more enjoyable.
Google Chromecast Audio – $35
This handy device will allow your dad to play songs from his phone or any device on his speakers — regardless of how old they are. It comes with a 3.5mm stereo cable to connect to the speakers. Then, all he has to do is connect Chromecast Audio to the Wi-Fi network and he’ll be able to stream music or listen to NPR through his speakers in no time.
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Amazon Echo Dot – $49.99
This device will be perfect for your dad’s growing smart home. It is a voice-controlled smart speaker that connects to the Alexa Voice Service to help him perform tasks such as making calls, playing music, checking sports scores, or choosing what to order for dinner. Your dad can also use it as a smart hub to control other smart appliances, such as lights or the thermostat, in his home. The Echo Dot also comes in a variety of colors and materials so that it will match any room — and your dad’s personal style.
MiniPresso GR Espresso Maker – $59.95
If your dad is a fan of camping trips — and espresso — then he’ll love this easy-to-use espresso maker. It makes good quality espresso for its size and price. It is hand-operated, which means that it doesn’t require batteries or electricity to function.
Amazon Fire HD 8 Tablet – $79.99
This is one of the best tablets on the market for the price. Released on June 7, it comes with an 8-inch HD display, 16GB of internal storage, 1.5GB of RAM, 12 hours of battery life, a 1.3 GHz quad-core processor, Dolby audio, and the ability to hold up to 256GB of external storage — perfect for movies, books, and beyond. This tablet also comes with Alexa to assist your dad with all of his daily tasks. If your dad likes to travel, consider getting him this tablet for Father’s Day; he’ll be able to take with him as many books and movies as he desires, without the extra weight in his suitcase.