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Photos: Father’s Day gifts for the tech-loving dad

By Teena Maddox June 5, 2018, 7:55 AM PDT

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Polk MagniFi Mini home theater sound bar system

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Polk MagniFi Mini home theater sound bar system

The Polk MagniFi Mini is an ultra compact home theater sound bar system with surround sound via 5.1 Dolby Digital. It delivers big sound despite it’s small size and allows the user to wirelessly stream music directly from a smartphone, tablet or other compatible device using Google Cast or Bluetooth. $299.95

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Escort MAX 360c radar detector

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Escort MAX 360c radar detector

Does dad like fast cars? Then the Escort MAX 360c radar detector might be for him. It even comes with a radar performance guarantee: If dad gets a ticket while driving with this, Escort will pay for it. it has directional arrow alerts, fast response time and a long range. $499.95

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MATRIX PowerWatch

MATRIX PowerWatch

The MATRIX PowerWatch is powered by body heat. It measures calories burned, activity level and sleep using thermoelectric technology. It features a power meter which displays how much electrical power you are generating while wearing it. It’s available at Matrix Powerwatch for $199 for the original version and $279 for the Powerwatch X.

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Meater wireless smart meat thermometer

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Meater wireless smart meat thermometer

Meater is a wireless smart meat thermometer that works with an app to let you know when your steak is ready. It’s $69 and available online at Meater.

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OtterBox Star Wars phone cases

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OtterBox Star Wars phone cases

OtterBox has done it again with it’s cool lineup of phone cases in conjunction with the release of Solo: A Star Wars Story. The A Star Wars Story Symmetry Series is a tribute to the iconic character and his place in the Star Wars legacy:

+ Millennium Falcon features the shiny Millennium Falcon graphic with “not a scratch on her”

+ Chewbacca inspires Wookiee roars

+ All or Nothing displays symbols representative of a galaxy far, far away.

The cases are available for the following phones: iPhone 7/8 ($44.95), iPhone 7/8 Plus ($54.95), iPhone X ($44.95) and Samsung Galaxy S9 ($44.95) and Galaxy S9+ ($54.95).

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WaterField Pro Backpack

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WaterField Pro Backpack

This is the backpack made for the C-suite. Professionals are opting for backpacks over briefcases, and the WaterField Pro Backpack is a lightweight, highly functional bag with style. Folios are available to fit various laptop sizes. It’s $349 for the backpack, $89 for a folio, and $399 for a combo backpack and folio purchased together.

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August Home Smart Lock Pro

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August Home Smart Lock Pro

Dad might enjoy the August Home Smart Lock Pro, so that he can give keyless entry access to whomever he chooses without worrying about lost keys. He can use the August Home app to control and monitor the lock. It’s available online at August Home for $229.

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RHA MA750 noise isolating in-ear headphone

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RHA MA750 noise isolating in-ear headphone

The MA750 noise isolating, high-resolution in-ear headphone is a premium earbud that dad will appreciate. It’s available from RHA for $119.95.

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Tapplock smart fingerprint padlock

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Tapplock smart fingerprint padlock

The Tapplock is a smart fingerprint padlock that unlocks in 0.8 seconds. It can store up to 500 fingerprints so that multiple users can access the lock. It’s available from Tapplock for $99.

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Garmin Speak Plus with built-in dash cam

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Garmin Speak Plus with built-in dash cam

The Garmin Speak Plus with Amazon Alexa include a built-in dash cam that records your drive and provides driver assistance features such as forward collision and lane departure warnings. It’s available online at Garmin for $179.99.

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Fitbit Ionic adidas edition

Fitbit Ionic adidas edition

If dad is training for a marathon this year, this special edition smartwatch is made for him. Fitbit Ionic: adidas edition features a unique adidas coaching experience through the adidas Train app that includes six on-screen workouts with step-by-step coaching designed to improve form, power, and speed to make your dad a more dynamic runner. Available online at Fitbit for $279.95.

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Weatherman connected golf umbrella

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Weatherman connected golf umbrella

Weatherman’s connected golf umbrella is a unique gift for dad. The app works with the Pebblebee Bluetooth tracker to detect the forecast and send alerts when rain is predicted. The umbrella itself is tough, built to withstand winds up to 55 mph. It’s available online at Weatherman Umbrella for $89 for the 62″ version and $95 for the 68″ version.

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Assassin’s Creed Origins Streamer Bundle

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Assassin’s Creed Origins Streamer Bundle

For the gamer dad who wants to upgrade to a more professional streaming setup or capture better in-game communication and who wants one of the hottest games of the season, there are two new bundles from Blue: Assassin’s Creed Origins Streamer Bundle and Far Cry 5 Streamer Bundle. Each bundle comes with a Yeti mic for streaming and in-game communication, plus a free PC download code. Each bundle is $139.99 on Amazon and at Best Buy.

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Cube Tracker

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Cube Tracker

The Cube helps track objects with a range of 100 feet. It’s $24.95 and it’s available at Cube Tracker.

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Polk Assist smart speaker

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Polk Assist smart speaker

Want the latest smart home speaker? The Polk Assist smart speaker has Google Assistant built in. It’s ideal for streaming music and managing tasks and asking questions. It has Chromecast built in and you can cast from compatible audio apps including Pandora, TuneIn, Google Play, YouTube Music, NPR and Spotify Premium. It comes in cool gray or midnight black and it’s $199.95.

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Xplore Technologies XSLATE R12 rugged tablet

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Xplore Technologies XSLATE R12 rugged tablet

The Xplore Technologies XSLATE R12 rugged tablet is ideal for the mobile dad that needs a resilient tablet PC. It pairs 7th generation Intel processors with Windows OS.

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Cleer Flow wireless noise cancelling headphone

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Cleer Flow wireless noise cancelling headphone

The Cleer Flow wireless hybrid noise canceling headphone has up to 20 hours of playback capability. $279.99.

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Noon lighting

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Noon lighting

Noon Home‘s smart light switches are the perfect gift for dads who want to DIY a bit of smart home tech. Noon makes it easy to turn existing lights into smart lights. The Noon Room Bundle is $349.99 and includes everything needed for three light switches and scene-based lighting.

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Belkin charging products

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Belkin charging products

Belkin’s RockStar is a 4-port passenger car charger for $39.99 and the PowerHouse charge dock is made for simultaneous charging of the Apple Watch and the iPhone. It’s $99.99 online at Belkin.

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Nikon D7500 camera

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Nikon D7500 camera

Nikon’s latest luxury high-end camera is the Nikon D7500. It includes built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth so dad can immediately transfer images to his phone, and it includes 4K video for great family home movies. It starts at $1,149.95.

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Peak Everyday Backpack 30 L

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Peak Everyday Backpack 30 L

Peak’s Everyday Backpack in the larger 30L size comes in four colors and adapts to changing needs for gear based on your lifestyle and schedule. It has FlexFold dividers and an internal padded accessory pockets. $289.95

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Peak Everyday Backpack 20L

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Peak Everyday Backpack 20L

Peak’s Everyday Backpack in the useable 20L size is $259.95 and comes in four colors.

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Nokia Steel HR watch

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Nokia Steel HR watch

The Nokia Steel HR hybrid smartwatch is an activity tracker with an appealing minimalist style. $179.95

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SnapPower GuideLight 2 Plus

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SnapPower GuideLight 2 Plus

The SnapPower GuideLight 2 Plus is an automatic night light that is built into the cover plate of your power outlet. It blends in with its surroundings, and, unlike traditional nightlights, always leaves both outlets available for use. The product features a diffused light bar and provides smooth ambient lighting. $16 to $19 depending on how quantity purchased.

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IFROGZ Cocoon Earbud Charging Case

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IFROGZ Cocoon Earbud Charging Case

IFROGZ Cocoon Earbud Charging Case. The built-in battery can power a pair of earbuds five times per charge, and has room to store the earbuds, cables and other small items. $29.99

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Garmin vivomove HR

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Garmin vivomove HR

Garmin’s vivomove HR hybrid smartwatch has a discreet display and precision watch hands with 24/7 heart rate monitoring. It’s $199.99 for the sport version with a black silicone band, or $299.99 for the premium version with a leather band and silver accents.

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LectroFan Micro sound and sleep machine

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LectroFan Micro sound and sleep machine

If dad travels a lot, he might appreciate the LectroFan Micro sound and sleep machine. It’s 34.95.

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23andMe

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23andMe

Has your dad wondered about his ancestry? Opt for the 23andMe Ancestry Kit to help him trace his lineage to 31 populations worldwide through his DNA. The reports analyze genetic variants to provide a breakdown of ancestry by percentages. The average customer traces their DNA to at least 5 different regions form around the world. $99

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SnapPower USB Charger 2

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SnapPower USB Charger 2

The SnapPower USB Charger 2 features two USB ports, fast charging (2.1 amps), a slim look and easy installation while keeping outlets free from bulky power adapters when charging phones, tablets and other mobile devices. $19 to $23 depending on quantity purchased.

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UA Protect Stash smartphone case

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UA Protect Stash smartphone case

Under Armour’s series of cases and mounts are durable and can serve multiple purposes, such as storage for your keys and cards, as with this UA Protect Stash case. $44.99

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UA Connect magnetic phone mount

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UA Connect magnetic phone mount

Under Armour’s magnetic mount phone case has an easy to use interlocking connection and secures to magnetic equipment. It’s compatible with UA Protect cases. $34.99

Also see

  • Father’s Day 2018: The best tech gifts Dad will actually use (ZDNet)
  • The 30 best high-tech graduation gift ideas (TechRepublic)
  • 12 great Father’s Day gifts: Unique, geeky, affordable and sure to thrill (ZDNet)
  • Father’s Day Gift Guide 2018 (CNET)
  • The best wireless gaming headsets for PC, PS4, Xbox and Switch (2018) (CNET)
  • Find the best gifts for Father’s Day with these apps (Download.com)

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