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Photos: Holiday tech gifts worth the splurge

By // October 25, 2018, 1:00 PM PST // teena_maddox

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  • Sony Digital Paper

    Sony has released the new version of it's Digital Paper device in a new, smaller 10.3-inch size. It features high-resolution E Ink capacitive touch displays and comes with 16GB of memory, Wi-Fi and a stylus. It's highly functional and can be connected via PC or Mac to a projector and the contents on the Digital Paper screen can be displayed to an audience, including real-time markups and handwriting. It's ideal for heavy reading of thesis documents and more. $600

    SEE: Gift Guides for Techies (TechRepublic Flipboard magazine)

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  • Sony aibo First Litter Edition

    Here's the perfect pooch--no housetraining accidents, no chewed slippers and no fur left around your home. Sony's aibo First Litter Edition is an all-in-one bundle that includes the robo-pup, a three-year AI Cloud Plan, pink ball, aibone, paw pads and aibo's special charging station, as well as an individually numbered commemorative dog tag. $2,899.99

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  • Apple Watch Series 4 - Hermes Edition

    The new Apple Watch Series 4 is here, and the Hermes Edition is definitely a splurge at $1,399. It only comes in the 40mm size.

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  • Huawei smartwatch

    Huawei's 42mm stainless steel smartwatch in gold is available for $749.99 at Best Buy in an unlocked version.

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  • Huawei Mate 10 Pro

    The Huawei Mate 10 Pro is a full-featured phone for around $550, making it a great deal, albeit a splurge as a gift.

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  • Focal Clear

    Focal Clear headphones have a weightless feel for max comfort. They provide a listening experience close to that of high-fidelity loudspeakers. $1,499

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  • Nikon Z7 camera

    The Nikon Z7 is built around the new Nikon Z mount and a 45.7MP BSI CMOS sensor. $3,399.95

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  • Mevo Plus

    Livestream in HD to all major platforms with the Mevo Plus. $499.99 for just the Mevo Plus, or $899.96 as a Mevo Plus Pro Bundle that includes a case, stand, and boost.

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  • Petcube Bites

    If you love your pet, then this splurge is worth it. The Petcube Bites HD treat camera allows you to see, talk, and deliver treats to your pet remotely. $229

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  • Vector smart home robot

    Vector is a high-tech AI robot assistant. You don't even have to find his charger--he can do that himself. Vector is packed with functionality and personality. Ask Vector a question, play a game of blackjack, or just have him help set a timer. $249.99

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  • Nighthawk Pro Gaming Router

    The Nighthawk Pro Gaming Router and SX10 Pro Gaming Switch are ideal for gamers ready to rethink and update their tech setup. Fortnite, e-sports, and other online gaming enthusiasts can use these to optimize gaming performance and kill lag, before network issues arise. Router: $286.98; Switch: $235.10

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  • Garmin fenix 5 Plus

    There are three versions of Garmin's new fenix 5 Plus smartwatch: the fenix 5S Plus, the fenix 5 Plus and the fenix 5X Plus. Each one has built-in routable topographical maps, storage for music playlists, Garmin Pay contactless payment solution, and a wrist-based pulse oximeter for altitude-acclimation awareness. The fēnix 5X Plus is Garmin's first wearable to offer a wrist-based Pulse Oximeter, which is especially useful for higher altitude activities. Prices range from $699.99 to $1,149.99.

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Sony Digital Paper

Sony has released the new version of it's Digital Paper device in a new, smaller 10.3-inch size. It features high-resolution E Ink capacitive touch displays and comes with 16GB of memory, Wi-Fi and a stylus. It's highly functional and can be connected via PC or Mac to a projector and the contents on the Digital Paper screen can be displayed to an audience, including real-time markups and handwriting. It's ideal for heavy reading of thesis documents and more. $600

SEE: Gift Guides for Techies (TechRepublic Flipboard magazine)

Affiliate disclosure: CBS Interactive earns commissions from some of the products featured in this gallery.

Image: Derek Poore/TechRepublic

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Teena Maddox is a Senior Editor at TechRepublic, covering hardware devices, IoT, smart cities and wearables. She ties together the style and substance of tech. Teena has spent 20-plus years writing business and features for publications including Peo...