Smart Home Gadgets Perfect As Gifts For Holiday Season
It’s never too early to start your holiday shopping. Make your list, check it twice, and get to shopping for family and friends all from the comfort of your home. They’ll love these awesome home gadgets you can order and ship straight from Amazon!
Smart Home Gadgets You Can Give As Gifts This Christmas
Connectivity
Meet the routers that can handle not just your internet connection but also your smart home needs.
1. Luma Surround Wi-Fi (2 Pack) – $203.99 > Amazon
Delivers ultra-fast Wi-Fi in every corner of your house and sets parental control in every device in your household. Dead spots and buffering will be a thing of the past with this home gadget.
2. Securifi Almond 2015 – $79.99 > Amazon
This is the Wi-Fi gadget for beginners in smart home automation. Not very tech-savvy? You can still set this up in just 3 minutes! It can be set up as the main router for your Wi-Fi or even to extend its reach around the house.
3. TP-Link Archer C7 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router (AC1750) – $104.54 > Amazon
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Dubbed as “the best router for most people,” this home gadget is a powerful router that also allows sharing of printers, files, and media. You can also use it to extend your Wi-Fi’s reach to Echo or Alexa devices, TP-Link Smart Plugs and Bulbs as well as Samsung Galaxy S7, iPad 4, PlayStation 4 and more.
4. Samsung Connect Home Pro (AC2600) > $199.99
This device doubles as a hub for all your Samsung and third-party smart home devices to your Wi-Fi network. It also works with the Samsung Connect app that you can download on Android phones or iPhones with iOS 10.0 and above. It can cover a home as big as 1,500 sqm.
5. Netgear Arlo Q – $174.17 > Amazon
A robust security camera designed for business applications, this device can link to Alexa, Echo Show or Fire TV where you can watch live feeds with just a voice command. It has excellent night vision and sends a real-time feed to your mobile device wherever you are. The battery can also be saved thanks to its motion activated sensor.
Home Essentials
Brighten up your loved ones’ day by making everyday tasks easier and fun.
6. iHome iSP5 SmartPlug – $32.99 > Amazon
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This ‘smart’ plug lets you try the smart home tech by allowing you to remotely control any compatible device you plug into it. You can link it with Apple HomeKit and Siri, Wink, Nest, Smart Things and Alexa to help you control lamps, air conditioners, lights and more.
7. H2oVibe Rain Showerhead with Bluetooth Speaker – $36.95
If you love jamming to music while showering but is too afraid to bring your phone into the bath, this device is the best option for you! Just link your phone or tablet via Bluetooth, turn on the rain showerhead and sing your heart out during your bath or shower.
8. Philips Hue White Starter Kit – $57.99 > Amazon
These are automated light bulbs that are compatible with Amazon’s Alexa, Apple HomeKit and more. You can automate your light by setting when to turn it on and off remotely. You can also control it through voice recognition.
9. iHome iAVS16 Alexa Bedside Clock Radio –$149.11 > Amazon
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This Alexa-integrated smart alarm clock allows you to check the weather, stream music, and charge phones, and wake you up in the morning! You just have to tell it what you want to do and it’ll automatically follow. This is one of many great benefits of smart home gadgets!
10. iGrill2 iDevices Wireless Bluetooth BBQ Meat Thermometer – $129.90 > Amazon
Armed with a 150 foot Bluetooth range, this gadget will alert you when your meat is cooked to perfection through the free app. Now, you can sit back with buddies without having to constantly check if your barbecue is cooking the right way. Just check the app to see if your meat is done.
11. Samsung PowerBot 7070 – $599.99 > Amazon
Try this robot vacuum that scans the layout of your home surroundings through the onboard digital camera and 9 smart sensors as well as does the cleaning for you. It has 40x more suction power and you can view the area that has been cleaned with its complimentary app.
Entertainment
Just tie a ribbon around these multimedia rockstars and you’re all set!
12. Google Chromecast 2 – $35.00 > Newegg
Google Chromecast transforms your TV into a streaming device by plugging this gadget into the TV’s HDMI port. You won’t have to open your laptop and connect it to your TV to view your favorite films. It turns your TV into Smart TV.
13. Mohu ReLeaf Antenna – $39.99 > Mohu
This is a no-fuss antenna for TV viewers who want to eliminate monthly cable bill but still receive local stations. It can access HD over over-the-air channels without having to pay for the cable. It’s also the first antenna to use recycled materials.
14. Amazon Echo Dot – $44.99
This hands-free, voice-controlled device uses Alexa to play music, control smart home devices, send and receive messages, makes calls, set alarms, and more. It can also be linked to speakers or headphones via Bluetooth.
15. Logitech Harmony Companion Remote – $129.99 > Amazon
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This is a gadget that allows you to use your smartphones to control your home theater system via the Harmony Hub. This companion remote can lower the blinds, turn lights on and off with the use of your voice and Alexa.
16. Roku Ultra – $99 > Amazon
This is a streamer powerhouse that is packed with 4K resolution, HDR support, digital audio, USB connectivity, voice-aided remote control, a headphone jack, and 3,500 streaming channels! Now you can enjoy your favorite TV series or films on TV with this awesome Roku Ultra device.
17. Apple TV 4K – $179 > Apple
This device allows you to stream media in 4K HDR quality. Nowadays, more and more people get 4K HDR for a better viewing experience.
18. Insignia Roku TV – $399.99 > Amazon
This TV offers video streaming and app access on its 55-inch screen. If you’re a fan of Netflix and other online streaming apps, you won’t have to worry about where to watch your favorite shows. Just link it to the TV, start browsing and relax!
Did you find smart home gadgets your loved ones would love to have? You can also get one for your own home, too. ‘Tis the season to set up a tech-savvy home!
Which home gadgets on the list caught your attention? Share your thoughts in the comments section below.
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