The ultimate tech gift guide for the holidays




Ten great gifts any tech-lover will adore

It’s a simple-seeming question: what should I get someone who likes tech and gadgets? Problem is, while there’s a lot to choose from—there’s a lot to choose from. We’re living a in a time where technology has become so ubiquitous and interwoven with daily life that it’s integrated into everything from turning on a lightbulb to dating. So with this explosion of ‘smart’ devices, and i-everything how do you sift through the crap and find out the best? Well, that’s probably why you’re here.

For the Gamer:

Xbox One X

The just-released Xbox One X, the most powerful gaming console available

Sorry Playstation fans, we’re going to have to go with the Xbox One X for our top console pick (to be fair, it’s a really close call). With a library of great games, and hardware that is far ahead of the competition, the One X comfortably plays games at high frame rates smoothly and beautifully on 4k screens. The recently released console should be your go-to gift if you’re looking to buy a powerful, future-proof device.

Xbox One X

HK$3,880

For the Photographer:

Leica Q

The Leica Q is the best compact you can get

Who said full-frame is only for DSLRs? Leica’s admirable Q is the best compact camera you’ll find on the market today. Synonymous with stunning portraits, Leica brings their expertise to the Q, with a 24.2 megapixel sensor, a wide Leica Summilux 28 mm f/1.7 ASPH lens, the fastest auto-focus in its class and one of the best displays you’ll find.

Leica Q

HK$36,000

The best phone:

Apple iPhone X

The iPhone X, powerful, stylish and innovative

This was a hard one. The iPhone X is the most advanced iPhone yet, packed with powerful internals and (more importantly), a bezel-less OLED display. What does that mean? Well, you get better colours and more screen size in a smaller package, and that’s great. Some have complained about the notch, but to be perfectly honest, it’s not a huge deal breaker. Apple does have to watch out though, because Google’s Pixel 2 is arguably on par, if not better than Apple’s phone—it’s just that the Pixel lacks in the looks department with it’s odd, two-toned back.

iPhone X

HK$8,588.00 to HK$9,888.00

For the digital creative

iMac Pro

The powerhouse iMac Pro

Most people have switched over to laptops for daily use, but for many, desktops are still an important daily tool. Apple has lagged Microsoft recently in the processing power department, but with their new iMac Pro, that’s about to change. With 18 cores of server-grade processing power, a powerful AMD graphics card, and up to 128 GB of DDR4 memory, this desktop is meant for serious power users. It’s been a while since Apple has released a desktop that is deserving of the Pro name, but this one certainly is.

iMac Pro

Price: Not Released

For the Home

Dyson Supersonic

The Dyson Supersonic promises to revolutionise your hairdrying

Hate drying hair? The Dyson supersonic claims to dry hair 3x faster that normal hairdryers because of its uniquely engineered drying system. Dyson engineers worked to create a hairdryer that doesn’t simply burn hair, but effectively pushes more air our, drying hair while minimising the damage that normally occurs. The one-of-a-kind design isn’t hard on the eyes either and makes storage easy.

Dyson Supersonic

Price: HK$3380

For the Watch Lover

Apple Watch Series 3

Finally, a smart watch we can get behind

The Apple watch series 3 is a gamechanger, since now you don’t need your phone to access most of its features. In addition, it’s fully waterproof and most impressive of all, can take phone calls right on the watch, no phone required. While other smart watches are nice as well, the Apple watch hands down wins in terms of functionality and style.

Apple Watch Series 3

Price: 2,688

For the Cook

Anova Sous Vide Precision Cooker

Can't cook? There's a app for that

Ever wondered what the secret to many restaurant’s perfectly cooked meals is? It’s a sous vide. Now you can use this technique in your home without any clunky machines. Simply attached the Anova Precision cooker to the side of a container, preheat the water, and add your sealed food in, and that’s it. You’ll never have to worry about overcooking anything again.

Anova Sous Vide Precision Cooker

Price: HK$1149

For the athlete

Jaybird X3

Comfortable, easy-to-use and great sound

The Jaybird X3 is exactly what you want in wireless athletic earbuds—ease of use, good sound quality and great battery life. We’ve tried a couple different kinds of wireless earbuds, but the X3 is one of the best around.

Jaybird X3

Price: HK$1149

For the traveller

Dell XPS 13

Move over Macbook, the XPS 13 is here

Dude, you’re getting a Dell. Seriously. Dell has made a surprising comeback as one of the most popular computer manufacturers in recent years. Winning top awards for its XPS laptop series, the XPS 13 is easily the most versatile, powerful and feature-packed ultrabook laptop out there. It features the latest Intel processors, sleek design, amazing battery life and most impressively, a nearly bezel-less touch screen 4k display. Apple take note: PCs have become the innovators in the computer space.

Dell XPS 13

Price: HK$10,499

For the single

Netflix

Watch the latest TV and movies with Netflix

Whether you’re Netflix-n-chilling or just binging Stranger Things and Narcos alone, we can’t think of a better, more affordable gift for singles than a subscription to Netflix.

Netflix

Price: HK$93 for Ultra-HD on up to 4 screens

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