10 Last-Minute Gifts For Your Techie Valentine
Will You Be My Valentine?
Valentine's Day is quickly approaching, and some people may be struggling with gift ideas if their significant other prefers gadgets to chocolate and flowers. CRN has compiled a list of 10 last-minute romantic devices to surprise your techie sweetheart with.
10. Carved iPhone 6 Wood Case
If your Valentine just purchased the newly released iPhone 6, surprise him or her with the classy carved iPhone 6 wooden case. Recover's walnut case is crafted from real wood to protect the phone's fragile surface. The low-profile, snap-fit construction makes the case protective and a slim fit for Apple's popular smartphones. The case features a backplate with a polycarbonate bumper for extra protection, and also comes in a variety of woods, like ebony, wenge and bamboo. Buy the case on Recover's website, starting at $40.
9. GoPro HERO Action Camera
For the adventurous who like outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing or snorkeling, the GoPro HERO Action Camera is the perfect Valentine's Day gift. GoPro's waterproof camera takes 5-megapixel still photos in single shots, bursts and time-lapse settings, and features a built-in microphone for audio capture. The camera, which the company dubs the "perfect entry-level GoPro," has up to 2.5 hours of battery life and has an ultrawide angle glass lens. Buy this special gift on GoPro's website for $129.99.
8. Triple C Power Wallet
The Triple C black Power Wallet includes a built-in universal lightweight battery tucked in an interior pocket that will charge iPhones, Droids and other micro-USB devices. The charging capacity features a standard charging time of under three hours. But on the outside, the wallet has a classy leather casing with ample room for storage and a zipper close. Buy this gift for your sweetheart on eBay, starting at $79.95.
7. Fitbit Flex
The Fitbit Flex cordless activity and sleep tracker is the perfect gift for the significant other who is athletic or likes to work out. During the day, the slim, wearable wristband tracks steps, distance and calories burned by the user, while at night, the device tracks sleep quality and silently wakes the wearer up in the morning. The Fitbit Flex comes in a variety of colors, and is compatible with other fitness apps like My Fitness Pal and Map My Fitness. It sells on Fitbit's website for $94.95.
6. Amazon TV Fire Stick
For the significant other who loves relaxing on the couch and watching television, the Amazon Fire Stick is the perfect gift. The stick connects the user's HDTV to a selection of over 200,000 movies and TV episodes. The Amazon Fire Stick is an easy way to enjoy Netflix, Amazon Instant Video, Hulu Plus, on-demand sports, games and others around the clock. Buy the stick on Amazon's website, starting at $40.
5. Voice Beanie
While this device looks like a regular gray beanie on the outside, it is a Bluetooth-enabled hat with headphones built in to stream music from the user's portable device. The tight-knit beanie saves the trouble of wires or uncomfortable earbuds, and has an easily rechargeable battery that lasts 6 to 8 hours. Buy it on the 1 Voice NYC website at $59.
4. Mr. Coffee Smart Optimal Brew
Does your significant other live on coffee? This smart coffee brewer, enabled by WeMo home automation, allows users to schedule or adjust the brew time and set up reminders on their devices, so that coffee is ready and fresh. The device features a removable brew basket and 10 coffee cups. It is compatible on Android and Apple devices. Buy this smart coffee brewer today on Amazon from anywhere between $137 to $149.
3. ARCHT One
Whether your sweetheart is an audiophile, techie or design enthusiast, ARCHT One is the perfect splurge to keep the romance of Valentine's Day flowing year round. ARCHT One is a Bluetooth and Wi-Fi audio system that evenly disperses sound throughout a room. At $599, the device is on the expensive side, but it is worth the omnidirectional technology for your Valentine. Buy this romantic gift on ARCHT Audio's website.
2. Ringly
Ringly tops the emerging smart jewelry collection, and is the perfect way to show your sweetheart you care. Crafted with an 18K matte-gold, 3-micron-plated setting and stones, the ring lights up to notify its wearer about texts, phone calls, emails and other app notifications from the smartphone. Ringly is available in varieties like Stargaze, Daydream, Wine Bar and Into The Woods. Buy these beautiful jewelry pieces on Ringly's website, where prices range from $195 to $260.
1. Pebble Smartwatch
Buy your main squeeze a practical, but novel, device with the Pebble SmartWatch. This watch is compatible with both Apple and Android devices, and allows users to view notifications about email, SMS, caller ID and other apps straight from their wrist. In addition, the watch allows users to control music playing on iTunes and Pandora, and has a rechargeable battery lasting up to seven days on a single charge. Buy the watch on Pebble's website, starting at $99.