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1. Beats by Dre

Beats by Dre have become a status symbol in popular American culture. The $300 pair of flashy headphones are worn by all the biggest celebrities and athletes but is that enough to make you want one?   The new Beats have a much higher sound quality and are significantly more sturdy than their predecessor. But at $300 wouldn’t it be better it to just buy an excellent pair of Bose headphones?

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2. iPad Air
What tech list would be complete without an Apple product?  Apple recently released its iPad Air, the lighter and thinner rendition of the iPad. With improved battery life and a better front facing camera, the iPad Air definitely is seeking to take the iPad product class to another level.  Although, it has a different name, the iPad Air is too similar to its predecessor to consider upgrading.

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3. Martin Victory Smart Watch
This one may seem to come out of the blue but this product is refocusing what consumers want in a smart watch. Martin Victory Smart watch is redefining the category with a stylish technology enabled watch that actually looks like a normal watch. This $300 device has a small OLED screen that displays calendar alerts, text messages, weather and alarms from any Bluetooth enabled phone. Definitely a great gift for Dad!

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4. Google Chromecast
Finally, the last tech gift for this Winter is Google’s Chromecast. The device allows owners to stream video. The device which is simple and easy to use is a great gift for even the not so tech savvy. Simply plug it into the TV and enjoy all the benefits of ant TV streaming service.

Our Advice:
Last month, Microsoft and Sony released their next-generations consoles with the Xbox One and PlayStation 4 respectively. Although both consoles offer similar features, it would be best to do some more research to see if one of the two is a fit for your Holiday shopping. For now, the consoles have their flaws. We recommend waiting a while till you decide to join the next generation of consoles.

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