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Now I’m not sure if you folks have noticed, but we’re currently hurtling towards Christmas. It’s not so much crept up on us as jumped out from behind a pillar, pulled a funny face and shouted “oogabooga” at the top of its lungs. Christmas is just around the corner, and it’s time to get those gifts sorted out.

If you’re much more organized than my good self, then you’re probably reading this with a decidedly smug grin on your face sipping on some egg nog, but if like me you just can’t bring yourself to do Christmas shopping until the week in which the day actually occurs then you may just be sat panicking at the thought of coming up with some gift ideas.

And that’s where we come in.

The iPad Air 2

Anyone who read my gift guide from last year will know that I suggested the iPad mini with Retina was the best tablet to buy and, even if I do say so myself, I was spot on. This year though Apple hasn’t given the iPad mini the love it deserves and beyond a Touch ID sensor, nothing is new. The same can’t be said for the iPad Air.

Faster than any other Apple tablet, impossibly thin and lighter than, well, air, the new iPad Air 2 is without a doubt Apple’s best iPad yet. If you’ve got the money burning a hole in your pocket and have a special someone in need of a new tablet then you really owe it to them, and to yourself, to do the right thing.

No, it’s not cheap. But quality rarely is. Starting at $499, I’d say it’s worth every last cent.

Apple Watch

Yes I’m cheating here, and no, I don’t care one bit. We don’t know when it will be on sale, and we don’t know how much it will cost. What I do know is that any self respecting fan of technology would appreciate a war chest for when the Apple Watch is released. That’s what Apple gift cards, or indeed cash, is for!

Remember though, give what you can afford. Nobody is expecting you to fund one of those 18 carat gold beauties.

Spigen Air Skin iPhone 6/6 Plus case

If like me you just need an iPhone case to stop the thing from getting scuffed when placed on a desk, or as happens far too often your toddler drops it, then you probably don’t need something bomb-proof. iPhone cases come in all shapes and sizes, but the Spigen Air Skin is just 0.4mm thick and feels lovely when on. In fact, I can barely tell that my iPhone 6 isn’t naked beyond the change in texture. It might not protect your phone from abuse, but it looks lovely in its range of colors and feels great in the hand. Highly, highly recommended. And starting at $13 it’s not expensive, either.

TwelveSouth HiRise iPhone/iPad stand

At $35 it’s not the cheapest iPhone or iPad stand around, but it’s probably the best. If you lust after the stands that Apple uses in its stores, then this is the closest you’ll find. A Deluxe version is also available for $60.

The joy of apps

I’ve already suggested Apple gift cards but buying iTunes gift cards means people can buy whatever apps, or games, they like. With so many wonderful choices in just about any category you can think of, iTunes gift cards are never a bad idea.

Kenu AirFrame

The only car mount that has ever worked for me, the AirFrame recently received a new model that supports larger handsets in the AirFrame+. Starting at $25, the AirFrame is a must-have for anyone who drives.

Wrap-up

Choosing gifts for the discerning Apple fan is never easy, if only because the choice is so plentiful. With our 2014 gift guides in hand though you need not struggle for inspiration. Any of the products above or indeed those suggested by my colleagues will do the trick come Christmas morning but just remember folks, Christmas isn’t just about the perfect gift. It’s about eating too much and falling to sleep at 3pm too.

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9To5Mac’s Iphone Holiday Gift Guide: Best Picks For Every Budget

Welcome to 9to5Mac’s iPhone Holiday Gift Guide. Bookmark it or send it to your favorite people, because either you or someone you care about is going to find the ideal iPhone holiday gift inside!

I’m genuinely excited to present this collection to you, because the iPhone is the one Apple product I take everywhere — and couldn’t give up. Since I’ve been using iPhones and their accessories since the first iPhone debuted in 2007, I have a lot of experience sorting the good and great stuff out from the junk.

My iPhone Holiday Gift Guide picks are all best-of-breed options, selected for their combination of reasonable pricing and excellent performance. Whether you’re looking for the perfect case, great headphones, a smart car mounting solution, a battery pack, or a way to improve your iPhone’s camera, you’ll find the smartest iPhone gift picks below…

Cases

Over the years, I’ve become highly partial to a specific iPhone case, because every version has successfully kept my iPhones free of dents and shattered glass. That case is Speck’s CandyShell, and the just-released CandyShell Clear ($35-$40) is the best version the company has ever made. Still built with a hard plastic outside and a soft TPU inner layer, CandyShell makes iPhone insertion and removal super easy, while completely protecting any model against drops. The Clear version is the first one to let your iPhone’s color shine through, and I’ve been using and loving it for months. Consider it the best investment you can make in a practical iPhone case.

The only other case I would recommend as a “more protective” alternative would be Lifeproof’s Frē ($70-$80), and then only if you need waterproofing. Frē is around twice the price of a CandyShell, but if you’re concerned about dropping your iPhone in a pool, ocean, bathtub, or snowpile, it offers additional screen and port protection that will keep your iPhone alive.

Car Accessories

The one car accessory that has become a major part of my daily life is Spigen’s inexpensive Magnetic Air Vent Mount ($9). It includes a strong, circular magnet that attaches to your car’s air vent, plus circular and rounded rectangular metal plates that can be attached to any iPhone case. (If they fit inside the case, great; if not, they have adhesive to attach to the back of the case.) Mounting your iPhone in your car becomes a 1-second process, as easy as touching it to the magnet; GPS still works, too. Spigen makes a very basic case called Thin Fit Hybrid ($14, shown in pink above) with an internal slot to hide the metal plate; I keep the metal plate inside a CandyShell, instead.

Car chargers are a dime a dozen now, but some are better than others. I continue to use and like Just Mobile’s aluminum-barrelled Highway Max ($27-$34) as a dual-port car charger, though I’ve recently been alternating it with Nomad’s unique combination battery pack and car charger Roadtrip ($60). Highway Max has twin 2.1A ports that can charge any iPhone or iPad; Roadtrip has twin 1.5A ports and a 3000mAh battery that are best-suited to iPhone use.

Batteries + Battery Cases

I spent a great deal of time this year compiling a comprehensive guide to the best iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus battery cases, most of which remain compatible with the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus. But the short “what’s best?” answer when it comes to batteries is “pretty much anything from Anker.” Anker’s Ultra-Slim Extended Battery Case for iPhone 6/6s is only $40 and delivers an over 110% recharge to either of those models with a 2,850mAh battery. Most of the iPhone 6 Plus battery cases out there have issues of one sort or another, but Tylt’s Energi ($80) and Mophie’s Juice Pack ($88-$100) are options; I’d suggest looking below instead.

You can save a lot of money if you don’t need to keep a battery strapped to the back of your iPhone all the time, and as with battery cases, Anker’s standalone batteries have come to lead the industry in quality, capacity, and value for the dollar. The PowerCore 20100 ($40, shown above) offers 7 times the capacity of the Ultra-Slim Case for the same price, while the larger $60 Astro E7 (reviewed here) offers nearly 9.5 times the capacity for $20 more. Either of them can charge an iPhone many times, with juice left over to charge an iPad.

Headphones + Speakers

9to5Mac’s readers love Apple’s products, so it’s no surprise that the latest Beats Studio Wireless (shown above in “titanium”) over-ear headphones and Beats Solo2 on-ear headphones top my list of recommendations. Over the last year or so, Beats have improved in audio quality and become available at more reasonable prices, particularly through chúng tôi I grabbed a pair of Studio Wireless when they dropped to $270 (down from $350), and the smaller, more basic wired Solo2 now starts at $130 (down from $200). If you’re looking for an Apple-built speaker, the new Beats Pill Plus can be had for under $240; the smaller Pill 2.0 now goes for $150.

If you want to step beyond Apple’s glossy plastic designs, Bowers & Wilkins offers truly luxurious headphones and speakers with higher-end sonics and materials. I’m personally a huge fan of the $400 P5 Wireless on-ear Bluetooth headphones (shown left, reviewed here), which are also available in a wired version called P5 S2 for $100 less. My favorite pair of in-ear headphones is B&W’s $179 model C5 S2 (shown center), which have the best ear stabilizers I’ve tested, and lush, detailed sound. On the speaker front, I just reviewed the company’s new Zeppelin Wireless ($700), which is a powerhouse all-in-one audio system with Bluetooth, AirPlay, and Spotify support — ridiculously powerful, sonically balanced, and aesthetically distinctive. It’s the priciest iPhone-related gift on this list, but worth the cost.

Chargers + Cables

High-quality iPhone wall chargers have come down in price and surged in power over the last year, making it difficult to recommend spending more for mere cosmetic improvements. Anker currently dominates the charging category with excellent options ranging from two to ten ports: for $40, the 10-port PowerPort 10 (shown above, reviewed here) can charge an entire household’s devices at once, though I personally use the more compact 6-port, $36 PowerPort 6 (reviewed here). Pair them with Anker’s surprisingly high-quality $6 Lightning cables, and you’re set to go. If you only need a two-port charger, RAVPower’s $10 Dual USB Wall Charger isn’t fancy, but works well to charge two iPhones (or even iPad Pros) at once.

Portable Video Projectors or Apple TVs

Apple made iPhone screens a lot easier to see with the introduction of 4.7″ and 5.5″ iPhone 6/6 Plus models last year, but if you want to share presentations or videos so everyone can see them, portable projectors or Apple TVs with AirPlay support are a great option. The best portable projectors I’ve covered this year are Sony’s tiny, $350 MP-CL1 (reviewed here, shown above left), which is small enough to fit in a pocket but creates a big-screen HD image, and AAXA’s $450 P700 (reviewed here, shown above right), using an iPad mini-sized footprint to perform videos and audio at 4X the power. Each has a battery and does a remarkable job of projecting video given its size.

The alternative, of course, is to stream your iPhone’s content to an HDTV using AirPlay — for that, you’ll need an Apple TV. Even the 3rd-generation Apple TV ($65 with free expedited shipping) includes AirPlay support, but the just-released 4th-generation Apple TV ($149 with free expedited shipping) adds apps, games, and Siri Remote voice control. Go with the one that fits your budget; I love the newer model.

Apple Watch

While the topic of Apple Watch accessories is worth a whole separate holiday gift guide, it’s worth mentioning that the Apple Watch itself ($349 and up) is expected to be one of the most popular gifts this year, and since it requires an iPhone, it’s technically an iPhone accessory. You can save $50 on any Apple Watch or Apple Watch Sport here; check out my guide to the best Apple Watch stands and docks, too (including Nomad’s Stand, shown above).

Apps

Photography Accessories

My 9to5Mac Holiday Gift Guide for Apple Photographers includes a ton of photo and video options for Apple users generally, including a bunch of iPhone-specific accessories. The ones that could make the most difference to you are Olloclip’s 4-in-1 Lenses, Eyefi’s Wi-Fi SD card Mobi, and extenders such as Spigen’s S520 Selfie Stick or Tiffen’s Steadicam Smoothee (shown above). Check out the entire Photography Gift Guide here!

Which iPhone To Buy, And iPhone Trade-Ins

If you’re shopping for an iPhone as a holiday gift, the question of which iPhone to buy isn’t a simple one, but after wrestling with the same choice a few months ago, I’m going to offer an answer. Controversial though this may be, I don’t think the differences between the iPhone 6 and 6s models are important enough (yet) to matter to most people. I personally upgraded from an iPhone 6 Plus to an iPhone 6s Plus, but in retrospect, I could easily have held off, and saved myself some money in the process. As compelling as they may be, features such as 3D Touch and Live Photos still need more third-party support.

As long as you’re not buying a 16GB model — it’s just too little capacity — you can’t really go wrong with any of the iPhone 6, 6s, or Plus models. I would suggest the 4.7″ 6 or 6s if the idea of having a “slightly too big” iPhone in your pocket or hand bothers you — even people who love the 5.5″ model’s screen concede that the device could stand to be a little more compact, tolerating the large size for the bigger display. Only go with an “s” model if you’re a photographer who appreciates the superior front and rear cameras, or if you’re hoping to record 4K videos. Otherwise, the regular 6 and 6 Plus are great, and will save you money.

Last but not least, if you’re looking for a way to raise cash to fund a new iPhone or gift purchase, I’ve put together a guide to trading-in your old iPhone for a new iPhone. The TL;DR version: unless you feel comfortable using Craigslist for a local transaction, save yourself the numerous hassles of online sales and go with Gazelle. You might get a little more from online auction sites, but between flakey buyers, transaction and listing fees, and the need to create and maintain listings, the dollars won’t matter as much as the peace-of-mind you get from just sending your iPhone in and getting guaranteed cash back.

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For some reason, every year your mom, dad, aunt, grandma, whoever insists on getting you that six-pack of cheap white underwear that you end up using when the washer’s broken. You’re an adult … don’t they trust you to know how to take care of your own undercarriage? Maybe it’s just a thing family members feel like they have to do. After all, they’ll never let you forget how they used to change your diapers.

Just when you thought you could no longer take the barrage of bad undies, PopSci comes in with the list of higher-grade intimates that you’d actually want to get intimate with. Whether you’re working out five days a week, trying to save the earth, or just feel like being in your skivvies, our guide to briefs, bikinis, and boxers will have you putting underwear on your wishlist for years to come.

High-waisted

Negative Underwear Whipped High-Rise

Comfort +

Think about the softest piece of clothing you own. Now think softer and on your butt. Negative Underwear’s whipped cotton high-waisted undies are pure luxury for your most delicate parts. Made with ridiculously soft, stretchy, micro-modal fabric imported from Austria, they’re designed to perfectly wrap around any body type. Say goodbye to the rigid waistbands and inner-thigh chafing of yesteryear. And if high-waisted isn’t your thing, they have plenty of cuts and styles that incorporate their creamy fabric and comfy cotton (including bralettes) for pure body bliss.

Stay-put

Tommy John

Men’s and Women’s.

Workout-approved

Lululemon Namastay Put Thong II

For workouts.

Giving up isn’t in your workout vocabulary, and it’s not in the cards for these ultra-sleek under things either. While Lululemon’s “Namastay Put” Thong II boasts about its prowess in holding tight and remaining unseen during your everyday commute, that’s not their only area of expertise. Their power to power through activities like yoga to rock climbing has been tested and approved! Designed with soft sweat-wicking fabric, you never have to worry about bunching and discomfort again. The seamless nature also means you can forget about panty lines, whether you’re busting out those spandex leggings or wearing a New Year’s cocktail dress.

Under Armour Pure Stretch Hipster & Men’s Tech Boxer Jocks

Also great for workouts.

You’re a workout fiend! From rowing to pilates to leg day, you don’t have time to worry about your undies—you just need them to do their job. Don’t worry, Under Armour has you covered. Literally. Their women’s pure stretch hipsters come in packs of 3, using lazer cut tech to prevent unsightly seams. Both men’s and women’s styles are designed with four-way-stretch construction, sweat-wicking material, and anti-odor tech to prevent the growth of stinky microbes. Further featuring an extensive variety of patterns and styles, it looks like Under Armour isn’t going to be leaving anyone with a soggy bottom during those post-holiday workouts.

Organic

Brook There Organic Cotton Bikin

Ethically conscious & sustainable.

Organic isn’t really your middle name, but it might as well be. Organic groceries, organic cosmetics, organic weed … the list goes on. So, why not switch over to organic undergarments? Look no further than Brook There. Smooth and comfy, all the cotton behind your most important layer is organic and milled, cut, and sewn in the US. The bikini, classic and timeless, features full coverage on your precious buns, ensuring no strange panty-lines or creases. Their cotton edges also have silky elastic bands that never pinch. Bonus: You don’t have to stop at underwear: Brook There offers a wide range of organic cotton bras and clothing that will have you quickly updating your wardrobe (for the planet).

Companies are making bamboo toothbrushes and bamboo hair brushes, but bamboo underwear? Yes and yes. Throw out all preconceptions you have of this plant being rigid and tough. Stretchy and velvety, Boody’s products are created with 100 percent organic bamboo that’s grown with no pesticides or fertilizers. With flex waistbands and supple fabric, their briefs and boxers are seamless and comfortable for people of all shapes and sizes. Plus, their unbelievably sustainable process is designed to be kind to every part of the planet, paying fair wages to all workers, using natural dyes and minimal water that is then recycled, and calibrating computer knitting systems to assure no fabric is wasted. And yes, they’ve recently branched out to more basics, so you can make Boody a regular companion for your booty and your body.

Period-proof

FLUX Undies Hi-Waist Heavy to Light Absorbency

The Period Protector

Didn’t think it was possible to own a pair of panties that does the work of four tampons? Think again! FLUX, a UK-born female-founded company has been striving tirelessly since 2023 to make sure every woman can feel protected, comfortable, and free even during Aunt Flow’s dreaded visit. Crafted with a three-layer fabric combo, FLUX products are sweat-wicking, moisture-absorbent, leak-preventing. Their high-waisted editions (made for light to heavy days) include an interior made from 50 percent modal and 50 percent organic cotton for comfort, sketch, and max dryness. The exterior, crafted with sustainable polyester, nylon, and lycra, will make you forget you’re wearing something made for period pain.

All-gender

TomboyX 6-Inch Fly Boxer Brief

One more step away from the gender binary.

Say goodbye to the gender binary and hello to underwear for all. TomboyX makes products for humans, no matter your identity. Their most popular style, the 6’ Fly (though, it’s actually a faux fly), offers no-roll bands on both the waist and legs. Super silky and cool to the touch, its Oeko-tex certified fabric has been tested on people with shapes ranging from XS-4X, meaning they really are made to fit all. TomboyX also uses naturally based processes, like water-based printing methods and crustacean shell finishing that replaces chemicals. Offering a variety of bras, clothing, and swimwear, the brand allows everyone to engage in eco-consciousness and feel comfortable in their unmentionables.

The Best Apps Of 2013: Idb Readers’ Choice

For the past month or so, we’ve been compiling lists of what we think are the best apps of 2013. Divided into specific categories, each list is composed of 10 apps handpicked by iDB editors. For each category, iDB readers were able to vote for their favorite app, helping us come up with what we believe to be the best of the best apps of 2013.

In order to be eligible, apps had to have been released in 2013. This ensured that we were putting new apps under the spotlight, rather than always seeing the same ones at the top.

With your help, we present you the best of the best apps of 2013…

If you’ve been reading iDownloadBlog for a while, you probably already know that iPhone photography holds a dear spot in our hearts, as we often review photography apps, or share photography tips with you. As a matter of fact, we’re so into it that we created a dedicated iPhone photography page on iDB, featuring tutorials, tips, and our favorite apps.

Best photo app: ProCamera 7

Runner up: Tadaa SLR

The best weather app of 2013 won’t really come as a surprise as it is a free app that has been iPhone users’ favorite every since it launched earlier this year. It must be noted that the runner up was a distant second favorite, barely gathering 6% of total votes.

Best weather app: Yahoo Weather

Runner up: NOAA Weather Radar

With the end of the year come good resolutions for the twelve months ahead, and if getting in shape is part of your 2014 goals, then you owe it to yourself to check out these apps that iDB readers consider to be the best of the year.

Best health & fitness app: Nike+ Move

Runner up: Moves

If your new year resolution is to get more organized, maybe you need to pick up a few apps to help in your daily endeavors. Having a better assistant might just be the sidekick you need. We had four very strong contenders for this category and they all came very close to each other, but only one can claim the top spot.

Best productivity app: Donna

Runner up: Fantastical 2

With iOS 7, Apple gave a complete facelift to the stock music app, but it apparently wasn’t enough for our readers who picked two music players as their favorite music apps of 2013. Once again, the two favorites were really close to each other, only separated by a handful of votes. Interestingly enough, both apps are free.

Best music app: Beat

Runner up: Listen

Whether you’re into Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr, or any other social network, there sure is an app out there that will fit your specific needs. This category’s readers’ choice will come as no surprise, gathering almost half of all votes.

Best social networking app: Tweetbot 3

Runner up: Vine

The games category is probably the largest one in the App Store, making it even harder for everybody to have one particular favorite. This was pretty clear looking at the results of this poll where the top 2 games both gathered about one quarter of total votes.

Best game: Infinity Blade III

Runner up: Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas

No matter how you prefer to consume content, chances are there is an app for that in the App Store. While some prefer the comfort of a good old RSS reader, other might want to experiment with new ways to get their news delivered straight to their iOS device. If anything, the death of Google Reader earlier in 2013 allowed the News app category to see an influx of brand new apps and come up with new ideas.

Best news app: Reeder 2

Runner up: Sylfeed

Best Voice Activated Recorders: Top 5 Picks

Best Voice Activated Recorders: Top 5 Picks With a voice activated recorder, you won’t miss any action

Voice recorders can be incredibly useful, and today we’ll show you the best voice activated recorder that you can buy.

All devices from our guide are compact, so you can carry them with you at all times.

These models offer high-quality sound and expandable storage, so you record hours of audio.

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To extract the main ideas from these activities, you need a reliable device, and in this guide we’re going to help you pick one for your needs.

What is the best voice activated recorder?

Interchangeable input capsules

Four-track simultaneous recording

400mw built-in speaker

Two mic/line inputs with XLR/TRS connectors

Ergonomics could be better

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Zoom H5 Portable Recorder is the perfect device, enhancing your abilities in creating audio of a professional quality. This recorder device contains a detachable stereo X/Y microphone.

The Zoom H5 also utilizes a system composed of interchangeable input capsules. This allows you to always choose the best microphone for every situation.

Choosing this high-quality product means finding the perfect recorder for live concerts, rehearsal recording and AV settings.

Moreso, you can also use the Zoom H5 4-Track Portable Recorder for broadcasting, podcasting and news gathering.

Built-in stereo microphone

Voice operated recording

Three recording options

Quick charging

Microphone and headphone jack

Built-in speaker could be better

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Sony ICDUX560BLK is a thin and light digital voice recorder that allows you to capture all your meetings, radio broadcasts and lectures. Using settings optimized for every situation, the result is clear and high-quality audio files.

Use Sony ICDUX560BLK’s new user interface let’s you search with ease for your recordings and music files to play. You can also monitor the recording levels at the same time.

Be always ready for recording: Sony ICDUX560BLK has a storage capacity of up to 4 GB, expandable using MicroSD cards.

It supports both SDHC and SDXC card formats and uses fast-charge technology via its built-in USB port.

90-Degree x/Y format condenser microphone

10h of recording time

Playback speed control, voice emphasize filter

Support for SD cards up to 32GB

Build quality could be better

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Zoom H1n was designed especially for journalists, podcasters, musicians and other professionals. This recorder has a compact and portable design and it will provide you with high-quality features.

You will be amazed by this portable device’s capability to record WAV and MP3 up to 24-bit/96 kHz. Its stereo X/Y microphone configuration allows you to capture stereo recordings with astounding accuracy and realism.

You can record to microSD and microSDHC type memory cards with a capacity of up to 32 GB. Also, Zoom H1n contains a high-quality built-in speaker that allows you to listen right away to your recordings.

Other notable features include intuitive menu with 1-button recording, playback functions with physical controls, input and volume levels, and more.

Support for MP3 format

Up to 57 hours of battery life for recording

Built-in USB connector

Auto voice recording

No rewind option for playback

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Use Sony ICS-PX370 to easily record lectures and meetings, and create high-quality audio files with ease. Enjoy its long battery file of up to 57 hours and use its built-in USB port for a fast and easy file transfer.

Thanks to the MP3 file support, files will occupy less storage space, making this device excellent to use for recording a long lecture or a meeting.

Expand Sony ICD-PX370’s has 4GB of internal storage, but there’s microSD card slot for expansion.

Optimize your audio settings with the Scene Select feature, allowing you to choose from four presets: music, interview, dictation or meeting.

Support for 1536kbps audio recording

MP3 format support

Voice activated recording

Playback controls

Minor issues with record naming

Check price

Use EVISTR Digital Voice Recorder to create clear voice recordings, reminders or to take notes. This device has a good quality built-in speaker that will easily play crystal clear sound.

With its user-friendly design, EVISTR Digital Voice Recorder supports the following audio file formats: MP3, FLAC, WAV, WMA, OGG, and APE.

EVISTR has created a small and lightweight voice recorder for your needs, weighing only 63 grams. It is so small and compact, you can hold it in the palm of your hand.

These are the best voice activated recorders you could buy this year. We have chosen them because of their good rating and variety of features.

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Best Gift Ideas For Your Coworkers

Best Bluetooth Speakers of 2023

While we don’t expect the sound quality to be as good as more expensive Bluetooth waterproof speakers, it should still be a lot better than listening to a podcast directly from a smartphone, and it even has a decent battery life of up to 8 hours on a single charge. Amazon is currently selling the Amazon Basics Shockproof and Waterproof Bluetooth Wireless Speaker for $14.99.

Logitech bluetooth mouse M557

If you work in an office, it’s likely that you and the rest of your coworkers have to use a Windows or Mac desktop. It’s also likely that you have to use an old-fashioned wired mouse with that PC. Your coworker would likely love a Bluetooth wireless mouse, and this model from Logitech is a good choice. It’s small and is also

ambidextrous in design, which means it will work for either your leftie or righty office mate. The battery life in this mouse should also last for up to a year, which means your coworker should get a lot of work out of it before switching out batteries. It’s a bit pricey at $30.23 on Amazon, but considering how much your coworkers use PCs, it’s well worth it.

Anker bluetooth ultra-slim keyboard

Anker Bluetooth Ultra-Slim Keyboard is a perfect gift for coworkers who need such a device to do a lot of their tasks while on the road with their phone. It’s thin and lightweight, and it include special shortcut keys for not only Android devices, but also iOS, Windows, and Mac products. It should also last a while on battery power, with up to three months of use

(based on two hours use per day). At $16.99 on Amazon, this is a great gift for coworkers who are always travelling and working.

Smartphones are basically mini-computers, but they can be hard to do work on with their relatively small touchscreens. Sometimes its faster to use a physical keyboard. The

AUKEY car phone mount

Here’s a gift for a coworker that’s not only dirt cheap but incredibly useful for people who use smartphones in their car. The AUKEY Car Phone Mount attaches to a car’s dashboard vent and then it uses four magnets on the front so your office mate’s phone can securely attach to it. It comes with both a circular disc for smaller phones and a larger rectangular form factor for the increasingly more popular larger phones. At just $7.99, your coworker will likely get a lot of benefits from this gift if he or she does a lot of commuting every day.

SanDisk CZ48 128GB USB 3.0 flash memory drive

Sometimes when you are working on your PC in your office, you need to continue your work at home. However, that also means you will need to transfer files from your work to home PC, and some of those files could be pretty sizeable. You could store them in a cloud server, and then connect at home, but sometimes the amount of cloud space you get for free isn’t enough. The SanDisk CZ48 128GB USB 3.0 Flash Memory Drive should solve this issue for your coworkers. Its large amount of storage space should be enough for most any major files he or she might use.

Also, if the home PC has a USB 3.0 port, transfer speeds should be up to 10 times faster than using the older 2.0 version. Finally, the flash drive comes with SanDisk SecureAccess software, which provides 128-bit AES encryption and password protection, just in case you need to keep those files secure. Amazon is selling it now for $34.97

Photive BTH3 over-the-ear wireless bluetooth headphones

There is no doubt that you could spend a ton of money for high-quality headphones for your coworker. However, you don’t really need to spend hundreds of dollars to get solid headphones for your office mate. The Photive BTH3 Over-The-Ear Wireless Bluetooth Headphones provide an excellent sound experience, and they don’t cost an arm or a leg.

Photive BTH3 review at SoundGuys

Not only do these headphones offer excellent sound, they are also pretty conformable to wear for hours. The battery life is also exceptional, with up to 12 hours of playtime on a single charge, and it takes just two hours to fully charge it up. Both ear cups contain buttons to control the playback of music, so your friend shouldn’t have any issues in that department. A hard travel case is included for keeping them safe during trips. At the price of $39.95, this is a perfect gift for a coworker that also loves to listen to music or podcasts, at work or at home.

Philips wake-up light and alarm clock

We have all been there; we have set our alarm clocks to go off at a certain time when we need to get up to start our day, but sometimes (especially in the fall and winter months) it’s still dark outside when we have to get up. The instinct is to go back to bed until the sun rises, but then we risk getting up late for work. The Philips Wake-up Light and Alarm Clock is a high-tech solution to this problem. In addition to its standard alarm clock sounds, it also has an embedded light that’s designed to simulate the sunrise coming out from a nearby window.

The light starts to slowly turn on its brightness about 30 minutes before your requested alarm time. The idea is that when the alarm does come on, you should feel more refreshed because the light is already in your room. The light can also double as a bedside reading lamp and has 10 different brightness settings. This is a perfect gift for a coworker, or even yourself, who has trouble getting up in the morning. Amazon is currently selling it for $39.99 with an instant $10 digital coupon.

Laboratory beaker coffee mug

Our final gift suggestion might be considered at first to be a “gag gift”. However, the truth is that one or more of your coworkers are addicted to the office coffee blend in the morning. Instead of a normal ceramic coffee mug, they might appreciate drinking their morning joe from something a bit different. This glass mug is made to look like a laboratory beaker from your old high school science room. It even has the correct measuring lines on the front.

This coffee mug is perfect for your tech coworker who wants a little retro science in his or her life. Hey, coffee is just a bunch of different chemicals coming together anyway, so why not celebrate that at work with this beaker mug? Amazon is selling it for $11.95.

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