Mother’s Day gadget gift guide
It’s Mother’s Day this weekend and if you are struggling to think about what to buy your Mum then why not consider a gadget gift.
There are plenty of choices when it comes to consumer technology so Tech Guide has decided to make some suggestions to help readers spoil their Mum with a gift she’ll love.
The notion that gadgets are mainly at aimed at men is way off the mark. Women are just as much into technology and gadgets as men – in fact – even more so.
TABLETS
Tablets are all the rage at the moment with devices to allow a more convenient and casual way to connect with your content, the web and your apps.
The new iPad from Apple was released earlier this year and there is also a host of Android options available as well from companies like Samsung, Toshiba, Sony, Acer and Motorola.
The new third-generation iPad review
STM’s Skinny 3 and Grip have your new iPad covered
Motorola XOOM 2 tablet computer review
Toshiba releases world’s thinnest, lightest tablet
SMARTPHONE
We want to stay connected – especially with out Mums – so a gift of a smartphone would be a popular choice.
There are plenty of models to choose from starting with the iPhone and a host of other Android devices and the new Nokia Lumia which runs Windows Phone operating system.
Nokia Lumia 800 smartphone review
Sony Xperia S smartphone review
DIGITAL CAMERA
What better way is there to capture your memories than with a digital camera?
The latest models not only take high resolution pictures but there are plenty of features to get even more creative with your photography and make them even easier to share.
New Pentax K-01 digital camera a picture of design
Samsung introduces WB150F wireless digital camera
Canon reveals new 2012 range of digital cameras
Nikon unveils new 2012 digital camera range
Panasonic has a digital camera for everyone
HOME ENTERTAINMENT
If you’re Mum loves watching movies then why not consider a system than can offer an amazing high definition cinema-like experience in your home.
There are also plenty of cheaper related products that can make your viewing experience even better.
Samsung HT-E6750W 7.1 channel Blu-ray Home Theatre System review
AUDIO
Who doesn’t love music? Why not buy mum a pair of headphones or an iPod dock so she can hear all of her favourite tunes whenever she wants.
Review: Sonos Play:3 multi-room audio player
Sony XBA-4IP in-ear headphone review
Sennheiser RS220 wireless headphones review
New Bose audio range for home and on the go
Review round-up: Sports Earphones
GADGETS
There’s a gadget for everything and there are plenty of choices to buy your Mum a product that suits her lifestyle and suits the things she already likes to do.
GolfBuddy Voice can tell you the distance to the hole
Garmin Approach G6 golf GPS review
Philips Sonicare AirFloss – a gadget for better, easier flossing
Nike+SportsWatch GPS powered by TomTom review
Dyson Hot+Cool air multiplier can blow hot or cold
COMPUTERS
There’s plenty of value to be found in the laptop market these days with plenty of reasonable options priced under $1000.
And if it’s an all-in-one computer you’re after that can also double as a high definition, there are also a few choices.
Book yourself in for this cool MacBook Air case
HP unveils sleek Envy Spectre ultrabook
Asus releases first 27-inch all-in-one Windows PC
Acer releases stylish Aspire Z3 and Z5 all-in-one PCs
Review: Acer Aspire S3 ultrabook
GAMING
Computer games have become more of a family activity of late and also a way to exercise for many users thanks to the new motion controllers and related games.
Sony to release limited edition red PlayStation 3
PlayStation Vita handheld console review
APPS
It’s easy to send an app as a gift so this is a great option for a unique gift for Mum to use on her tablet or smartphone.
There are so many to choose from so Tech Guide makes a few suggestions.
How to send an iPhone/iPad app as a gift
TomTom GPS app now links to Facebook, Twitter
Create your own vintage film with the Silent Film Director app
Mum’s Manual – the app for brand new mothers