Valentine’s Day is coming in two weeks’ time and what better way to surprise your other half with useful tech gadgets. Here is a short gift guide for 2021 which you might find helpful:
For the fitness enthusiast
HYDRAGUN Massage Gun
If your other half loves to exercise – gym, spin, run, etc – then getting him/her a massage gun may be just the device to improve his fitness routines. HYDRAGUN is a percussive therapy vibrating massage gun from a local brand, Hydragun. The company have endorsements from many local athletes such as Angela Lee. HYDRAGUN is a great tool to warm up specific muscle groups and help reduce post-workout soreness and improve recovery.
The HYDRAGUN retails at S$399.
Amazfit GTS 2
We have previously reviewed the Amazfit GTR 2e, which is the cheaper and rounded face version of Amazfit’s flag ship GTR/GTS 2 range. The flagship GTS 2 has all the health and fitness functions that your partner will needed for his/her fitness activities. The GTS 2 has built-in GPS and ability to store music on the watch itself – no need to bring your phone along for his/her runs!
The Amazfit GTS 2 retails for S$299.
JBL Clip 4
Is your partner someone who loves hiking, trekking and is always on the go? The JBL Clip 4 might be the perfect audio companion for him/her. The compact speaker brings out the signature JBL sound quality with up to 10 hours of playtime on a single charge. The integrated carabiner makes it really easy to bring it around – simply clip it on a bag and it will go wherever he/she goes. JBL Clip 4 is also waterproof and dustproof, and comes in a trendy design with an array of colours.
The JBL Clip 4 retails for S$99.
For the gamer
Supersolid PQ27 Pro
The Supersolid PQ27 Pro is well spec-ed to be the perfect monitor for gaming. It is 1440p so graphics will be more sharp compared to typical 1080p resolution. And it also supports high refresh rate of 165Hz. The stand that comes with the Supersolid PQ27 Pro allows you to adjust the height from 42.5cm to 51.5cm, and swivel the monitor from landscape to portrait orientation. If your partner is looking to upgrade his or her gaming rig, the Supersolid PQ27 Pro could be the monitor to get.
The Supersolid PQ27 Pro retails for S$480.
Audio-Technica G1WL
The Audio-Technica ATH-G1WL is a gaming headset that doesn’t scream gamer but yet packs a punch and in addressing the fundamentals of a good gaming headset. The 2.4GHz wireless is reliable and great if your partners loves to go wire-free. The Audio-Technica ATH-G1WL has great sound, comfort and microphone as well. The microphone is detachable and has a mic monitor feature too – perfect for not just gaming but also for his/her Zoom calls.
The Audio-Technica ATH-G1WL retails for S$338.
For the Apple fanboy/fangirl
Satechi Trio Wireless Charging Pad
If your partner uses all things Apple, then the Satechi Trio Wireless Charging Pad may be just the wireless charger he/she needs. A single charging pad can charge all of his/her Apple device – Apple Watch, AirPods, and iPhone. Not only is it functional, the Satechi Trio Wireless Charging Pad also screams Apple due to its space grey and minimalistic design.
The Satechi Trio Wireless Charging Pad retails for S$167.50.
For the both of you
IKEA SYMFONISK Wi-Fi Table Lamp Speaker
The IKEA SYMFONISK is not just a lamp, but also a Wi-Fi speaker powered by Sonos. If your house already has some Sonos speakers then the IKEA SYMFONISK will fit in seamlessly to your Sonos ecosystem. Get an E14 smart bulb fitted into the lamp, and you will be able to set the mood in your living room or bedroom. Soft warm light coupled tunes you both love playing from the IKEA SYMFONISK speakers will set a chill ambience for a Saturday night dinner.
The IKEA SYMFONISK retails at S$299.