- The latest technology can help your teen stay connected with you and their friends and nurture their favorite hobbies.
- We found the 30 best tech gifts for teens that fit all budgets and interests.
- If they like music, you can gift wireless earbuds, a portable Bluetooth speaker, or an Otamatone musical instrument. If not, there are gift options like gaming systems, LED backpacks, and instant cameras.
Growing up in the Information Age has exposed teenagers to a broad range of interests. They have many more opportunities to enjoy a wide array of experiences. This freedom is exciting for these youngsters, but it makes it hard for us older folks to figure out which gifts will inspire versus end up forgotten under the bed.
Fortunately, I was able to consult with a teenager — my 16-year-old son Jerome — and asked him what items he was geeking out on. The holiday gift guide also includes tech and electronics that Jerome is constantly borrowing from me and gifts that both you and your teen will love.
The teen in your life is sure to enjoy one of these 30 tech gifts during the holidays. As you'll see, there is a broad range of ways to nurture their interests with the vast universe of tech products flooding the market.
The 5 best tech gifts for teens:
- A Nintendo Switch
- A notebook that sends their notes to the cloud
- A unique electronic musical instrument that's big in Japan
- A beanie with built-in headphones that pair with their phone
- A power bank with enough juice to charge a phone five times
Check out all 30 tech gifts for teens:
A 3D pen with plastic refills in 15 different colors
Amazon
3Doodler Create+ 3D Printing Pen, available at Amazon, $79.99
I didn't know anything about 3D pens until Jerome introduced them to me. You plug the pen into a wall outlet, load up the plastic color of your choice, and once the pen heats the plastic, you're ready to extrude. It comes with an app that provides step-by-step interactive instructions that help you complete custom art projects.
An instant camera with a selfie mirror and flash
Amazon
Fujifilm Instax Mini 9 Instant Camera, available at Amazon, $46.99
Several manufacturers have taken the classic Polaroid camera experience and ran with it. The Fujifilm Instax Mini 9 is one of the top alternatives. It features an LED flash for low-light photos and a small mirror by the lens for taking selfies. It takes pictures that are 2.4 inches by 1.8 inches. You'll need to buy film for the camera, which is reasonably priced at about $0.50 per picture.
A unique electronic musical instrument that’s big in Japan
Amazon
Otamatone Deluxe Electronic Musical Instrument, available at Amazon, $64.99
This was another one I knew nothing about until Jerome clued me in. You press the middle part of the Otamatone and slide your fingers up and down it to create higher and lower tones. You can also create a "wah" sound by opening and closing its mouth. It takes 3 AA batteries (included) and can connect to speakers, amps, and headphones.
See the rest of the story at Business Insider
See Also:
- 21 tech gifts moms will actually love to get this holiday season
- 50 gifts under $50 for everyone on your list
- 37 unique subscription boxes and services that keep on giving
from Business Insider https://ift.tt/2qLVRXG
No comments:
Post a Comment