It's tiiiime! As the holiday season rolls around again, let this year be the perfect chance to show your loved ones how thoughtful smart home tech and products can elevate daily life. From everyday gadgets and displays to wellness-monitors and beyond, each of these gifts blends functionality with a warm, cozy touch to create a more connected home and life. Whether you’re shopping for a tech enthusiast, a homebody, or someone who values a mix of convenience and style, these twelve unique gifts are sure to make them feel seen and loved this holiday season.
Tidbyt
Tidbyt is an endlessly customizable, retro-inspired display that adds a bit of personality and a lot of functionality to any space. It connects to a smartphone and can display nearly anything: weather updates (including Tempest data!), transit times, or even a fun holiday countdown. The LED display and fun vintage aesthetic adds a unique touch to any room and is perfect for those who love both classic style and cutting-edge tech.
PurpleAir Air Quality Monitor
Keeping an eye on air quality has never been easier. PurpleAir’s monitor tracks indoor pollutants and humidity, providing real-time data to keep your home environment fresh and healthy. Its sleek design and accompanying app make a big difference with a small footprint. A PurpleAir monitor is perfect for families, pet owners, or health-conscious friends who want better control over their home environment.
Bird Buddy
For the nature lover who wants to get up close with wildlife (especially from the comfort of their own home), BirdBuddy is a dream gift. This smart bird feeder has a camera that captures photos of feathered visitors and even identifies their species through the app, creating a digital scrapbook of local birds. Whether an experienced birder or casual fan, your bird loving friend or family member will enjoy learning about the local birds right in their own backyards.
Aura Digital Picture Frame
The Aura Digital Picture Frame is a perfect gift for keeping family and friends close, even when they’re miles away. With an easy-to-use app, users can send photos directly to the frame, instantly updating it with new memories. The elegant display looks like a traditional frame, bringing warmth to any room with the elevated addition of displaying multiple photos and constantly updating to show both old memories and new.
Ember Temperature Control Mug
For those who love their coffee or tea just right (or are just slow sippers), the Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug keeps beverages at the perfect temperature for hours. With an adjustable temperature setting through the Ember app, this sleek mug ensures every sip is as warm and cozy as the first.
Philips SmartSleep
For those who dread the morning alarm (especially during the darker winter months), the Philips SmartSleep Wake-up Light Alarm Clock offers a gentle wake-up experience by simulating a natural sunrise. The gradual light increases over 30 minutes, mimicking the sunrise to help users wake up refreshed no matter the season.
Kindle e-Reader
For the bookworm in your life, the Kindle is a must have. This classic e-reader allows users to store hundreds of books, making it easy to read anytime, anywhere. The glare-free screen mimics real paper, so they can read comfortably even in bright sunlight or low light.
Rachio Smart Sprinkler
For anyone passionate about gardening or environmental sustainability, Rachio is a thoughtful gift that’s eco-friendly, high-tech, and helps make yard care a breeze. With automatic weather adjustments, it waters the lawn or garden only when needed, reducing water waste and expenses while keeping plants happy year-round. It’s compatible with popular smart home systems, making it easy to control from a phone or smart assistant.
Ecobee Smart Thermostat
The Ecobee Smart Thermostat combines energy efficiency with ultimate comfort, making it easy to manage a home’s heating and cooling from anywhere. Equipped with voice control, this thermostat even learns temperature preferences over time, optimizing energy usage based on individual schedules.
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Oura Ring
The Oura Ring is a sleek, minimalistic wearable that tracks sleep, recovery, and activity, giving users a data-driven approach to sleep and wellness. Insights can help users understand sleep patterns, balance activity, and stay in tune with their overall health, making this a great gift for your health conscious friend or family member.
Tempest Weather System
For the weather enthusiast or anyone who loves being in sync with nature, a Tempest is a gift they’ll truly appreciate. Offering real-time, hyper-local weather updates and easy integration with smart home systems, Tempest adjusts everything from sprinklers to lights based on live conditions right at home. Whether tracking storms, fine-tuning outdoor plans, or just staying prepared for whatever the day brings, Tempest delivers accuracy and ease.
IFTTT
For those who already have a few smart devices (or anyone receiving them this holiday season), IFTTT is a platform that allows users to connect these devices, apps, and services to automate tasks and create new routines. Use IFTTT for home or business automation, content creation, file storage, and much more! For a limited time, Tempest owners can get 15% off their first year of IFTTT Pro by entering the code TEMPEST!
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