We’re heading to the home straight with Tech Guide’s popular 2025 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas to help you find the ideal gadget gifts that will put a smile on the face of your loved ones.
It’s already Day 4 and today we’re taking a look at in-car devices that can help us stay safe, stay in touch, keep us entertained and get us to our destination.
Here are Tech Guide’s 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas:
Day 4: In-car gadgets
DAY 5: Gaming
DAY 6: Tablets/e-readers
DAY 7: Drones/Gadgets
DAY 8: Smart/IoT devices
DAY 9: Headphones/Speakers
DAY 10: TVs/Blu-Ray/4K
DAY 11: Appliances
DAY 12: Computers
DAY 4: In-Car Gadgets
UNIDEN iGO PLAY 10+ – $224.95
The Uniden iGO Play 10+ integrates with iPhones for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto when wirelessly connecting to Android smartphones.
The unit has a 10.26-inch colour touchscreen and mounts on your dashboard and draws power from your car.
The built-in FM transmitter means users can simply tune their FM radio to a preset frequency so the audio can be played from the Uniden iGO Play 10+ through the car’s speakers.
When connected users can make and receive calls hands-free using Siri or Google Assistant and use voice commands for calling, checking voice mail and check your calendar.
The Uniden iGO Play 10+ also makes it possible to receive messages and have them read out to you and you can then send messages using your voice as well while your hands are still safely on the wheel.
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NAVMAN MIVUE TRUE 4K PRO SURROUND – $529
Looking for the ultimate gift for the driver in your life? This first of its kind 3-camera Dash Cam records the front, rear, and side impact zones of a vehicle.
It delivers peace of mind, capturing everything from subtle sideswipes, questionable lane changes, rear accidents to multi-car collisions, ensuring no detail is missed.
It offers a True 4K Ultra HD resolution front camera with an 8-megapixel sensor, a 2.5K Quad HD 1440P rear camera and a 2.5K side impact zone camera (housed within the rear camera unit).
Add a MiVue Smartbox IV accessory kit and keep all sides protected when parked.
Includes a 128GB Endurance microSD Card. Available at major electronics retailers. For more information see www.navman.com.au
UNIDEN DASHVIEW 60R – $499
Uniden’s DashView 60R has a 4K front camera and 2K rear camera and these are your high quality eyes and ears when you’re on the road.
The Uniden dash cam demonstrates the company’s expertise in this category and product’s build quality.
Dash cams are slowly becoming an essential part of the modern driving experience so it can represent your car’s unique point of view on the road.
And, with a dash cam, if there is an accident, road-rage incident, if you get fined or other kind of on-road dispute you have 4K (front) and 2K (rear) resolution video to fall back on.
Without that it’s your word against someone else’s word.
The Uniden DashView 60R has a compact front camera that we installed discreetly behind the rear view mirror.
Available from leading retailers and Uniden.com.au
LASER 12-INCH WIRELESS CARPLAY ANDROID AUTO WITH DUAL CAMERA – $399.95
Experience smarter, safer driving with the LASER 12-inch CarPlay / Android Auto with Dual Cameras. Featuring Australia’s largest CarPlay display, it combines crystal-clear navigation, music, and calls on a vibrant 12” split screen.
Front and rear cameras capture every angle- from dash cam recordings to reverse parking guides- so you’re always in control. Connect effortlessly via CarPlay or Android Auto for voice-controlled navigation, music streaming, and hands-free messaging.
Designed for easy installation with a magnetic windscreen mount, this system delivers the ultimate blend of clarity, convenience, and confidence on every drive.
Available from Laser.co, Amazon
LASER 6-INCH WIRELESS MOTORBIKE CARPLAY ANDROID AUTO – $229
The LASER 6-inch Motorbike CarPlay / Android Auto brings the best of Apple and Android connectivity to your handlebars.
Compact, durable and glove-friendly, it keeps navigation, calls, and music right where you need them. Choose your map – Apple, Google, Waze or Hema and ride with real-time guidance and group tracking through Roads.
Built tough for Australian conditions, it resists dust and splashes so you can focus on the journey.
With Bluetooth headset support for voice control, calls, and turn-by-turn audio, it’s the much-needed upgrade for every two-wheeler, from weekday commutes to weekend adventures.
Available from Laser.co, Bing Lee
MIVUE 270 SAFETY – $179
The MiVue 270 Safety is perfect for young adult/first time drivers, parents, daily commuters, older drivers. It is packed with smart safety features. For new drivers, features like lane departure and forward collision warnings as well as safety camera alerts offer extra confidence as they build their skills behind the wheel.
For both young and older drivers, these tools provide added awareness and peace of mind.
The MiVue 270 Safety records True 2.5K Quad HD footage at 30fps, so every detail is captured in stunning clarity, ensuring their side of the story is backed by irrefutable evidence.
Clear footage not only protects drivers from being unfairly blamed after an incident, but the very presence of a recording camera can quickly defuse aggressive behavior and prevent bullying on the road.
Available at major electronics retailers. More info www.navman.com.au
BELKIN BOOSTCHARGE MAGNETIV WIRELESS CAR CHARGER – $79.95
Quickly charge your iPhone in the car with up to 10W of power, so you’ll always arrive with a charge. Mounting your phone is easy with the convenience of one-handed placement and perfect magnetic alignment every time.
View your screen in portrait to set the playlist and flip to landscape mode for GPS, all without interrupting your charge.
Available from belkin.com.au
LASER EV TYPE 2 TO TYPE 2 CHARGING CABLE – $189
The Laser Coiled EV Charging Cable is designed to work with all EVs sold in Australia and with all EV charging stations. If you didn’t receive an EV charging cable with your EV, or if you’d like a second cable, or if you have multiple EVs, then our coiled EV cable could be the perfect choice for your needs.
This charging cable is compatible with all electric vehicle and supports 22kW, 3-phase, 32Amps charging for a fast and efficient charge. It Works on both single-phase and three-phase charging stations using Type 2 connections.
It is also compliant with Australian EV charging standards IEC 62196 and IEC 61851, and tested by TUV Rheinland, ensuring safety and reliability.
It is built with silver-plated contacts, reinforced connectors, and pure copper wiring with a heavy-duty TPU sheath, ensuring long-lasting use.
