Give your geek dad a gift that will complement his interests.
If your dad always has the latest smart phone, subscribes to technology magazines and is constantly upgrading his laptop, he's likely a technology geek. On Father's Day, Christmas or his birthday, indulge him in his passion by giving him a gift that only true techies could appreciate, such as phone or computer accessories and other items related to his passion.
Video Game System Upgrade
If your dad is a gaming geek, he may already have the latest video game system. You can buy him the latest enhancements for his favorite gaming system. For instance, in 2010, Xbox 360 offered Kinect, an add-on that allows gamers to play without controllers through a webcam and speaking commands. If you're not sure what enhancements they have for your father's favorite gaming system, head to a store that sells the product and a sales associate should be able to help you. You could also buy him new games or a holder for his games.
External Hard Drive
If your dad is a computer geek, saving a ton of files for work or play, an external hard drive may be just what he needs. Saving too many files on his computer will just slow it down. All of his current files can be backed up onto the external hard drive in case anything happens to the computer.
E-Reader
The techie dad who enjoys a good book or newspaper would love the idea of all of his books being stored in one convenient slim package. The best e-readers will have a good battery life and a built-in book light. Thrill your dad even further by pre-loading it with a some of his favorite newspapers and tech magazines.
Robot Vacuum
For the dad that is constantly filling the house with the latest home gadgets that are supposed to make life easier, he'll get a kick out of a robotic vacuum cleaner. These disc-shaped bagless vacuums use lasers to map out a room, and then go about cleaning up on both carpet and hard floors, without bumping into anything. The best ones know maneuver to their base when it needs to be recharged.
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