Father’s Day isn’t just about giving funny cards and unusual monogrammed trinkets.
For dads who aren’t particularly interested in the latest grooming kit or aftershave for Father’s Day, a gadget might be a better choice: a new Philips air fryer, outdoor Ninja barbecue grill, or an Ooni pizza oven might be a better choice, but for this list we’ll focus on gadgets from Samsung and Apple.
If your dad’s a tech enthusiast, you can get Apple speakers and Samsung earphones from under £30 this year, including AirPods-rivaling Galaxy earphones for a fraction of the usual price, and there’s also a way to get free Apple Music, which is a gift in itself for any music-loving dad.
With Father’s Day fast approaching, many retailers are launching sales, and while not all of them are branded as Father’s Day “events”, they’re definitely a great way to shop. Sky has just dropped the price of its glass TV package by £140 – football fans might want to take note – and Samsung is also running a sale “just in time for the euros”, according to the Mirror.
If you’ve already bought presents, save these ideas for birthdays or Christmas – the great thing about technology is that you can give gifts at any time of the year.
Apple AirTag
First on our list is Apple’s trackable gadget, the AirTag, a favorite among travelers, anxious pet owners, and key-losers alike, and a great Father’s Day gift — and it’s not too expensive.
Available on Amazon for just £28, it’s one of the most affordable options compared to Apple’s usual price of £35. The coin-sized accessory can be attached to any item and tracked using Apple’s Find My app, making it the perfect gift for your forgetful dad.
AirTags can be clipped to luggage, purses, keys, backpacks and more, and when you need to find a lost item, they will anonymously ping the Find My network to let you know its location.
samsung galaxy tag
Speaking of Apple AirTags, we can’t forget Samsung’s own version, the Galaxy SmartTag2, which works almost the same as AirTags, but uses the SmartThings app instead of the Find My network, and can track any device running Android 11.
The advantage of the SmartTag2 is that it comes already attached to a stylish keyring (unlike Apple, which you have to buy separately), but it costs £34 from Samsung and a much cheaper £20 from Amazon.
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If you’re looking to spice up your summer cooking, check out Ninja UK.
The Ninja Woodfire Electric BBQ Grill & Smoker is currently on sale for £249, reduced by £100 from £349.99 – that’s a 33 per cent discount and eligible for next day delivery.
It’s an opportunity not to be missed with a flash sale on the UK’s best selling electric BBQ, used by celebrities such as David Beckham. The Ninja Woodfire Electric BBQ Grill & Smoker is an outdoor grill that requires no charcoal, gas or flame and is easy to use and set up in any garden.
The integrated smoker box burns natural wood pellets to produce an authentic smoky flavor, and Ninja even offers a free cover and stand with the purchase of certain products.
The barbecue grill’s freestanding design means you can grill, smoke or air fry anywhere, making it the perfect tool to take to your garden, patio or campsite. Normally the Ninja Woodfire Grill Stand would cost you £129.99, but Ninja UK is offering it for free as part of their sale this weekend.
It boasts a near-perfect rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars on the Ninja UK website, with buyers raving about the grill’s easy-to-use features and the delicious food they produce in the iconic smoker.
One shopper wrote online: “A game changer! This product is amazing. My husband hates barbecues but loves these so it’s a win-win! I can’t tell you how much better it makes food taste. Quick and easy to use and it even tells you when to flip your food.”
To grab the Ninja Woodfire Electric BBQ Grill & Smoker while it’s down by £100, head over to Ninja UK and add it to your basket – you’ll also receive a free stand and grill cover.
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
Samsung has slashed the price of its active noise-canceling (ANC) earbuds just in time to entice more buyers, and although they normally retail for £219, they’re currently available from Samsung and Amazon for a much cheaper £159.
The ANC feature is a highly desirable feature of this device. This invisible technology blocks out unwanted noises and allows users to take calls without any distractions or interference.
Supports high quality SNR microphone and 24-bit Hi-Fi sound for a better listening experience.
Homepod Mini 2
HomePod Mini 2 is more than just a speaker, it also has the intelligence of Siri and the power of smart home devices built in. With built-in privacy and security, you can get the most out of your Apple devices throughout your home.
John Lewis is offering the smart speaker with an incredible offer including free Apple Music for all buyers: if you buy the £99 speaker you’ll get six months of the free subscription, which would normally cost £10.99 a month, at no extra cost, saving you £65.94.
HomePod mini is also available to buy directly from Apple.
Galaxy Watch 6
The Galaxy Watch6 is Samsung’s latest smartwatch, released alongside the new S24 smartphone series. Health upgrades and improved sleep tracking make it the perfect gift for health-conscious parents.
Starting at £259 from Samsung (with a £30 discount), wearers can monitor their sleep patterns and receive detailed updates on their health.
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