5 Essential Gadgets for Every Dad

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1. E-readers
E-readers have made obtaining books and reading them as easy as possible. Maybe your dad has a large library of physical books that are collecting dust that need a digital upgrade, or perhaps he recently retired and just wants a new hobby. Whatever the reasoning may be, every dad can appreciate an e-reader. A great gadget for Father’s Day or any other occasion, some benefits of having an e-reader are:
- Cost-effectiveness. E-readers are an inexpensive way to explore an entire world of books. Your father can store thousands of titles for a fraction of the price of having a physical library.
- Convenience and portability. There is not a more convenient way to read a book. E-readers allow your dad to easily search for the books he wants and take his entire digital library wherever he goes. Plus, audiobooks can be checked out for free at local libraries and then immediately transferred to an e-reader.
- Durability. E-readers are designed to last and most are also waterproof. This eliminates some of the risk of your dad accidentally dropping and breaking the e-reader.
Some e-readers also utilize new technology that mimics the ink from a physical printed book page. This, along with various dimming options, help keep your dad’s eyes free of any strain or overexposure to the screen’s light.
2. Smart thermostats
Any father will appreciate a more convenient way to operate and adjust a home’s heating and cooling, making smart thermostats the perfect dad gadget. Thermostats have been around for over a hundred years and their basic functionality had not changed that much until the introduction of the smart thermostat. Smart thermostats are easy to install and let your dad control the temperature from any room in the house with a coinciding smartphone app.
Smart thermostats are capable of learning the pattern of a household and can adjust heating and cooling accordingly, depending on who is occupying the home. This saves on the energy bill and keeps the home comfortable. Most smart thermostats also let a person review and track how much energy is used, providing helpful tips that can allow your dad to conserve more energy.
3. Bluetooth trackers
Does your father often misplace his belongings? Or, maybe he just wants to keep tabs on where his favorite pet wanders off to. There are many reasons why a Bluetooth tracker is an essential gadget for every dad. A simple setup process allows your father to instantly connect a new Bluetooth tracker to his smartphone or other device, utilizing an app to keep track of anything he likes.
Bluetooth trackers are typically water and dust resistant with replaceable batteries that can last over a year. The most common items that a Bluetooth tracker can attach to include:
- Wallet
- Keys
- TV remote
- Car
- Pet
- Bicycle or scooter
- Drone
- Jacket
- Other tech devices
Bluetooth trackers are ideal gifts for tech dads, allowing your father or father figure to save time and eliminate the stress of losing common items.
4. Power equipment batteries and chargers
Power tools are synonymous with dads, commonly helping fathers fix up things around the house and complete outdoor projects in the yard. Your dad probably already has some nice power equipment, so extra batteries and chargers are great Father’s Day gadgets, or gadgets for any occasion, that will keep dad’s various undertakings going without losing power. Any father will appreciate never having to stop at an inconvenient point again when working on a project.
Furthermore, power equipment batteries are more advanced than ever before, utilizing lithium-ion technology. This allows the battery to charge up faster, keep the charge longer and helps deliver maximum performance and fade-free power to complete any task at hand. And, this is all with zero emissions for cleaner air.
5. Smartwatches
Smartwatches are great gadgets for dads because they not only keep the family connected, but they also encourage a healthy lifestyle. Most smartwatches can let your dad:
- Instantly call, text and email with just a few taps. This makes staying connected with dad easier than ever without the hassle of tracking down your phone to check-in.
- Listen to music and podcasts when on the go. Your father can listen to his favorite audio when going on walks, going for drives or just lounging around the house.
- Easily pay for things at the store without even getting out the wallet. Dad can conveniently use Apply Pay, Samsung Pay or Google Pay, depending on which smartwatch brand is used.
- Track workout habits and other activities to ensure your father is spending enough time being active.
There are also smartwatches that are specifically designed for fitness tracking that physically active dads will enjoy. More health-savvy smartwatches like Fitbits still carry out basic functions like telling the time, but they are specifically designed for monitoring health. Health-monitoring smartwatches are a good option for fathers that are getting older because smartwatches are beneficial for seniors.