Trying to find the perfect gift for your tech-hungry friend or family member? Here are five awesome examples from our ‘Latest Tech‘ range, including drones, VR headsets and 360 degree video cameras. Let’s get right into it!
5. Parrot Airborne Cargo Travis Quadcopter Drone
This funky mini drone is a ton of fun and it’s easy to get started quickly. Pilot it from your iOS or Android smartphone or tablet, and if you’re good you can reach its top speed of 18 kph. The quadcopter includes an on-board camera to capture impressive vistas, and can be controlled up to 20m away. It works both indoors and out, and comes with replaceable components in the event of a nasty crash.
4. FIXD Bluetooth In Car Diagnostics Sensor
This clever dongle attaches to your car’s OBD port, allowing you to remotely monitor your car(s) from your smartphone. You can look up error codes, see maintenance data and clear engine lights. It works on Android and iOS, and is designed to work on American cars (and many others) built after 1996.
3. Official Samsung Gear 360 VR Camera
This cool camera captures stills and video with two 180 degree lenses, giving you a full 360 degrees together. That’s great for capturing immersive video, whether you want to show off your latest vacation spots or just capture sports from every angle. The camera is also ideal for using with virtual reality headsets like the Samsung Gear VR, letting you really show off your footage.
2. Heads Up Display (HUD) In-Car Mount Navigation System
This is a cheap and simple way of adding a heads up display to your car, mirroring your smartphone’s screen onto your dashboard to minimise distraction and keep your eyes on the road. It works particularly well for GPS navigation, but other uses are possible too. It’s easy to install and works on both iOS and Android smartphones.
1. VR BOX Virtual Reality Universal Smartphone Headset
Our best suggestion today is the VR BOX, a virtual reality headset that gives you an incredible amount of value for its £15 asking price. Slide in your phone and load up a 360 degree app, video or game, and you’ll be able to experience immersive VR without the expense of console or PC-based alternatives. It’s fun, comfortable and a great introduction to VR — ideal for passing the time on long flights or passing around at a party.
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