It’s Day 11 of Tech Guide’s 2024 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas to help you nail the perfect gift for your family and friends.
Today we’re looking at smart appliances of all shapes and sizes and outdoor gear along with health and beauty products.
Here are Tech Guide’s 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas:
DAY 11: Appliances
DAY 12: Computers
DAY 11 APPLIANCES
ECOVACS DEEBOT X5 PRO OMNI – $2,499
The perfect gift for the tech-obsessed and time-poor, as the new flagship to the ECOVACS Range, the DEEBOT X5 PRO OMNI delivers unsurpassed intelligence and flawless cleaning.
Combining cutting-edge AI, powerful suction, and intelligent mopping. Its ultra-slim D-shape design allows it to reach tight spaces and corners, while TruEdge Adaptive Mopping and a 15mm auto-lifting mop plate ensure precise cleaning without dampening carpets.
Powered by AINA 2.0, it navigates and adapts in real time, adjusting to stains with AI Instant Re-Mop technology and delivering a strong 12,800Pa suction that adjusts to floor types.
The OMNI Station offers auto-emptying, hot water mop washing, and drying to prevent odours. With YIKO 2.0 Voice Assistant, you can control it hands-free.
DREAME A1 LAWN MOWER – $1,999
The Dreame Robotic mower A1 marks the commencement of a new era in hands-free lawn mowing.
This not only reduces landscaping costs over time but also enables homeowners to enjoy other activities, especially during this festive season.
A1 features the most advanced rain-sensing technology available today, Dreame Robotic mower A1 automatically returns to its charging station whenever it detects precipitation – and then picks up where it left off when the rain stops, ensuring the lawn gets mowed as soon and as quickly as possible.
PANASONIC COMPACT SHAVER – From $699
Panasonic has transformed and miniaturised the grooming experience with a new 5-blade shaver that’s small enough to fit in the palm of your hand.
Over the years Panasonic has produced an impressive lineup of shavers, and it has now taken that technology and shoehorned it into a surprisingly small package.
The ES-PV6 and ES-PV3 have a luxurious finish and a unique minimal Japanese design.
And, despite its small size, it can still offer a fast and close shave.
SAMSUNG BESPOKE JET BOT COMBO AI – $2,099
For those juggling work, fur babies and family time, who has time to think about vacuuming?
This stylish new robot vacuum does it all: vacuums, steam cleans, sanitises, hot mop washes, and even features object detection via its in-built camera.
Using Samsung’s SmartThings app and smart mapping, the vacuum can be controlled from anywhere and scheduled to focus on high-traffic areas.
Say goodbye to pet hair, crumbs, and all the additional ‘festive mess’ that comes with family time at the touch of a button.
With the Integrated Clean Station, the Jet Bot Combo also features auto dust disposal, so that’s one less trip to the garbage.
TRAEGER PRO 575 – $1,600
Make your Christmas barbeque legendary with the Traeger Pro 575 Pellet Grill, delivering consistent wood-fired flavour and grilling versatility.
With WiFIRE technology, it allows you to control the grill remotely via the Traeger app, perfect for multitasking during the holiday festivities.
The D2 Direct Drive system ensures quicker heat-up times and more precise temperature control, while the ample grilling space can handle everything for a Christmas feast.
The Traeger Pro 575 is available for purchase via Barbeques Galore.
DYSON WASH G1 – $1,149
Give the gift of effortless and hygienic cleaning with the Dyson WashG1™. Unlike traditional mops that spread dirty water, the WashG1™ tackles both wet and dry debris in one go, using clean water from start to finish. It’s the perfect gift that turns cleaning into a breeze, keeping your home sparkling and germ-free.
JURA S8 CHROME – $3,690
The Jura S8 Chrome was aptly launched on October 1 which happens to be International Coffee Day.
The new unit has a sleek and sophisticated design with a luxury finish to make it an attractive addition to any kitchen.
It is made with premium materials and expert craftsmanship that reflects the high standards of the long-established Swiss company.
The S8 Chrome also has a 4.3-inch touchscreen display and an intuitive interface to easily make 27 different coffees at the touch of a button.
Users can customise their coffee selections from a wide variety of choices and adjust the strength and milk level on the fly.
TINECO A30S CORDLESS STICK VACUUM – $319
Christmas has come all at once, with Tineco’s new Pure One A30S Cordless Stick Vacuum bring the festive cheer with deep cleaning technologies and features, at just $319.
The A30S delivers an incredible 60-minute battery life for whole house cleaning, a 5-Stage Filtration System with HEPA Filter to capture up to 99.97% of dust and debris, plus an ergonomic dual handle design to make cleaning skirting boards through the fans with the 2-1 crevice tool easy and strain-free.
Tineco’s signature PureCyclone Technology and iLoop Smart Sensor Technology feature in the value packed A30S Cordless vacuum, making it the ideal Christmas gift for the everyday cleaning enthusiast.
TINECO FLOOR ONE S7 STEAM – $1,199
Tackle dry, wet and sticky messes from Christmas lunch with the Tineco FLOOR ONE S7 Steam wet and dry vacuum.
The S7 Steam uses the power of superheated 140°C steam to seamlessly clean up spilt sticky Christmas pudding or stubborn stains in half the time of traditional methods.
This multifunctional vacuum combines the power of vacuuming, mopping, and steaming into one effortless solution.
By combining HyperSteam technology, Tineco’s patented iLoop Smart Sensor technology, an upgraded battery and a continuous clean brush washing system, the FLOOR ONE S7 Steam is intuitive and easy to use while still incorporating the very latest cleaning technology, making it an indispensable cleaning partner following Christmas festivities. Plus, a self-cleaning function means an odour-free vacuum and constant freshness.
VITAMIX ASCENT SERIES A3500i – $1,699
A sleek and stylish blender for any kitchen countertop, the new Vitamix Ascent A3500i Gold Label blender is the must have Christmas present!
With golden good looks, this blender is more than just a stunning addition to your daily cooking, with features including Five Program Settings, Touch Interface, Variable Speed Control, a built-in digital timer to help monitor each blend and SELF-DETECT wireless connectivity and 10-year warranty.
Whether you’re cooking for Christmas lunch or gifting to a loved one, the Vitamix Ascent A3500i Gold Label blender is sure to impress.
DREAME X40 ULTRA – $2,299
The X40 Ultra sets a new standard for clean living, with revolutionary features including the world’s premier bionic robotic arm technology, an autonomous self-cleaning base station, intelligent algorithm-driven path planning, and unparalleled obstacle recognition capabilities.
The X40 Ultra features an all-in-one, self-cleaning base station where it can remove its oscillating mop pads, wash and dry them, refill its water tank, empty the bin, and reattach the clean mop pads when needed.
The X40 Ultra automatically empties its internal dustbin into the base station when it’s docked and its 3.2-litre dust bag requires emptying only once every 75 days.
ECOVACS WINBOT W2 PRO OMNI – $999
Don’t let a grubby window dim your Christmas Sparkle! The first robotic window cleaner with its own portable station, the WINBOT W2 PRO OMNI enables 110 minutes of continuous, power cord-free cleaning among a raft of other benefits, enabling it to clean in places that have not previously been possible.
With a three-nozzle wide-spray angle and WIN-SLAM 4.0 Intelligent Planning, it moves around glass surfaces efficiently, dissolving grime in its path with ease. 12 levels of safety protections ensure automatic pressure compensation, obstacle avoidance, fall protections and more.
The WINBOT W2 PRO OMNI makes cleaning more efficient, safe and hassle-free than ever before – a perfect gift for friends of family high or difficult to reach windows, pool fences and more.
OCLEAN WATER FLOSSER – $229.95
Oral care brand Oclean has just unveiled its new AirPump A10 portable water flosser – a palm sized device that keeps your teeth clean anywhere and anytime.
The AirPump A10 was designed for customers with sensitive gums who bleed when using regular dental floss.
The AirPump A10 uses water to flush out residue between teeth and braces which reduces discomfort and offers a much lower risk of bleeding.
Unlike other water flossers, AirPump A10 doesn’t purely rely on the high water pressure which can still cause discomfort but rather a combination of air and water to produce a diffused spray.
STIHL FSA 45 BATTERY BRUSH CUTTER – $249
It’s easy to keep your lawns neat and tidy with the STIHL FSA 45 Battery Brush Cutter which, like the HAS 45 Battery Hedge Trimmer, has an integrated 18V lithium ion battery.
But it’s still a lightweight 2.3kg so it almost no effort to operate.
It has a telescopic shaft and a loop handle and is comfortable to hold and manoeuvre thanks to the balanced feel.
There are included blades to trim your edges, and you can also buy mowing line and loop it through as well.
OCLEAN X ULTRA S – $449.95
We’ve heard of AI being used in many ways but now, with the launch of the Oclean X Ultra S Smart Sonic electric toothbrush, it’s going to keep your teeth and gums clean and healthy.
Oral care specialists Oclean have brought their award-winning technology to Australia with the launch of the AI-powered X Ultra S Smart Sonic electric toothbrush.
Oclean offers an affordable yet advanced range of products that pays much attention to the look and design as they do to the technology under the hood.
UNIDEN BABY WATCH MONITORS – From $99.95
Uniden has released a new range of advanced yet affordable baby monitors to give parents even greater flexibility to keep an eye on newborns and toddlers.
There are three new models in the line-up in the award-winning Uniden BabyWatch range – BW2511, BW3531 and W4501 – which have been priced to keep them within easy reach of budget-conscious customers.
The range feature Uniden’s signature high-quality while keeping the prices down to make them accessible by even more families who are feeling cost of living pressures.
BELKIN SURGE PROTECTION – From $34.95
Belkin has launched a new range of surge protection power boards which can give customers peace of mind knowing their expensive appliances and electronics are protected.
The new line up was engineered in Australia by the local Belkin team to make sure it meets the needs of local customers.
Starting at $34.95, the Belkin Surge Protection products are available in one, four, six and eight outlet options with the surge protection range up to 1800 joules.
PANASONIC MULTISHAPE – $299
Panasonic has launched Multishape – an all-new modular personal care system for men that offers hair trimming, shaving and even brushing their teeth – It’s like five products in one.
The Panasonic Multishape let’s you declutter but still enjoy all the benefits of having multiple products.
And being so handy, the Multishape all-in-one solution is an ideal travel companion.
ULTENIC T10 PRO LITE – $599
When it comes to robot vacuums there is a notion you need to spend thousands to find a unit that can clean effectively – the new Ultenic T10 Pro Lite proves that’s not always the case.
Priced at $599 and available from robotmylife.com.au, the T10 Pro Lite certainly punches above its weight to deliver an impressive clean of your hard floors and carpet.
It has 4500Pa suction that can scoop up more the 80 per cent of the debris and dust on your floors.
ROBOROCK S8 MaxV – $2,999
You don’t have to lift a finger with the Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra robot vacuum and mop – it is a powerful and reliable system that can reach places that previous models couldn’t.
The S8 MaxV Ultra has had several improvements across the board including a Flexi Arm which extends the side brush into corners.
It can sweep up dirt as close as 1.68mm from the edges – and we saw this for ourselves at our place.
DELONGHI RIVELIA – $1,799
We love our coffee – we meet people to drink coffee together – it’s a big part of our lives. But what about if you can make café quality coffee at home? With the new DeLonghi Rivelia you can do just that – at the press of a button.
DeLonghi has been at this a while and they already make some excellent coffee machines.
We already own the La Specialista Prestigio – a manual coffee machine which grinds the beans, brews the coffee and has a steam wand to texture the milk.
We use it every day and it’s fun to make a coffee in much the same way a barista in a café would – manually.
The new DeLonghi Rivelia is the opposite – it’s fully automatic from bean to cup – and all you need to do is press a button.
STIHL HSA 45 BATTERY HEDGE TRIMMER – $249
The STIHL HSA 45 Battery Hedge Trimmer can make light work of your hedges.
Light being the operative word – the trimmer only weighs 2.3kg – yet it powered through our hedges with its 50cm blades which produce clean cutting.
It can only be operated with two hands with the soft handle making it comfortable to hold and easy to control.
If you wanted to get into topiary – that’s hedge sculpting – then the STIHL HSA 45 Battery Hedge Trimmer is a must for the kit bag.
