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Photos: 10 tech gifts for Father’s Day

By Conner Forrest June 9, 2015, 12:24 PM PDT

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Photos: 10 tech gifts for Father’s Day

1. Smartwatch

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1. Smartwatch

As it is possibly one of the most polarizing gadgets of 2015, some dads out there will undoubtedly want a smartwatch. Check what OS your dad is using and go from there. You can find our full comparison of Android Wear and the Apple Watch here.

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2. Drone

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2. Drone

Quite controversial, but also quite fun, drones make a great father’s day gift this year. The numerous options from companies like DJI and Parrot mean you are bound to find one in your budget too.

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3. Nest thermostat

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3. Nest thermostat

The gateway drug for the connected home is the Nest thermostat. If your father is a stickler for the energy bill, he’ll love the ability to track energy consumption and schedule heating and cooling.

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4. Smart TV

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4. Smart TV

Television isn’t what it used to be, and it may be a great time to upgrade dad’s set with a new smart TV. This Vizio M602i-B3 is a stylish option.

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5. Streaming device

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5. Streaming device

Dad addicted to Netflix? Give him a better way to watch it on the big screen at home with a new streaming device. Check out this comparison of the most popular options on CNET.

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6. Wireless headphones

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6. Wireless headphones

These days, no one has time to deal with headphone cables getting tangled. Consider a pair of wireless headphones or earbuds for your music-loving dad this father’s day.

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7. Automatic smart driving assistant

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7. Automatic smart driving assistant

With the Automatic Labs Automatic smart driving assistant, dad can track his driving and choose the most efficient routes. It works with most cars that have a port for a reader.

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8. VR goggles

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8. VR goggles

If your dad lived through the 1980s, he likely has fond memories of virtual reality. Get dad a VR headset for father’s day to give him another look at VR. Options like Google Cardboard and the Samsung Gear VR are reasonably priced.

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9. Smart home hub

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9. Smart home hub

If your dad is interested in the connected home, he’ll need a hub to control all of his connected devices. For example, the Icontrol Networks Piper offers a plethora of sensors, a security camera, and a microphone.

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10. Fitness tracker

10. Fitness tracker

Whether your father is a gym rat, or simply wants to try out a wearable, a fitness tracker is a great gift to give. The Fitbit Flex is one of many great options in the space.

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