The 10 Best Gifts for Techies
Every year, TIME's editors and correspondents work together to compile a collection of the most interesting and groundbreaking new products and innovations for the Best Inventions list. As holiday season approaches, the TIME team has pulled out a selection of 10 best consumer electronics items from the list that would make a perfect gift for the techies in your life. —Clicks Technology Clicks…
For the tech enthusiast on your holiday shopping list, TIME magazine has curated a selection of the top 10 consumer electronics from their annual Best Inventions list. Here are their top recommendations:
1. Clicks Power Keyboard: This clip-on keyboard for cellphones brings back the tactile experience of typing on BlackBerry devices. Its slide-out, magnetic-back keyboard is designed for optimal comfort and ease of use.
2. Caligra Workbench: Tired of the distracting features of modern operating systems? Caligra's minimalist Workbench operating system offers a clean, distraction-free environment for file management and web browsing.
3. XREAL Aura XR Glasses: These lightweight augmented reality glasses offer a 70-degree field of view, hand tracking, and spatial anchoring. Powered by Android, they let users download apps and enjoy movies or games on their glasses.
4. Plaud NotePin S: This tiny wearable device quietly records and transcribes audio, with the ability to generate summaries using customizable templates. The compact design allows it to be pinned to your shirt or worn on a necklace.
5. Samsung Odyssey G8 G80HS Gaming Monitor: Combining 6K resolution with 165Hz refresh rates and the ability to switch to 330Hz Dual Mode, this monitor delivers both stunning detail and competitive gaming performance.
6. OhSnap Mcon Controller: This magnetic, pocket-sized controller attaches to your smartphone and adds a full-sized gamepad to your mobile gaming experience. It folds out for easy use and can be detached magnetically for wireless play.
7. Mark II Digital Highlighter: This smart bookmark highlights text and saves it all in one app, making it easy to take notes while reading books or articles without the distraction of a phone. It also includes a voice recorder.
8. Fosi Audio MD3 MagDAC: For audiophiles seeking better sound quality from their smartphones, this MagSafe-compatible digital-to-analog converter and amplifier upgrades audio output without adding weight or bulk.
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