Are you looking for an original gift? Focus on connected products! AirFryer, pet camera, robot vacuum cleaner, dog collar… There is something for all tastes and costs! Here is a selection of products that are sure to please.
With Christmas and the end-of-year holidays just a few days away, it’s high time to find the last gifts for your loved ones. You still need to find some good ideas so as not to miss out… If you want to innovate this year and surprise your loved ones with gifts they don’t expect, follow the guide! We have put together a small selection of devices that we liked and which can always give you ideas if you are looking for an original digital gift this year. Nothing exhaustive, but sure to please or, at least, give you ideas. There is something for all tastes and budgets!
Imou Rex VT Pro: an original camera with multiple functions
Imou’s Rex VT Pro is not an ordinary video surveillance camera. Operating completely wirelessly, thanks to Wi-Fi for connection and its integrated battery for energy, it can be easily placed anywhere in the house, far from a power outlet. Above all, it is equipped with a small color screen, plus a microphone and a speaker, and buttons for communications. It can therefore be used both as a visual intercom and as a small stand-alone system for making video calls. It can also be used as a voice note recorder, to leave a reminder for a family member, but also detect abnormal sounds (scream, broken window, etc.) to immediately raise the alert. In short, an original camera with multiple practical functions which is also offered at a very low price.
Amazon Echo Show 5: the connected screen to control everything
Although it is the entry level of connected screens, the Echo Show 5 nonetheless remains a faithful and effective companion, especially at this price. With its 5.5-inch touch screen, it allows you to consult the news and the weather at a glance, make video calls, display video from your surveillance cameras, listen to music, watch streaming series, and many other things. Compatible with the Matter standard, it proves to be a very good control center for the entire connected ecosystem of the home. Obviously, it integrates Alexa, Amazon’s virtual assistant. The integrated camera allows you to remotely monitor whether everything is going well, but also to make video calls.
Eufy Pan & Tilt 2K: the indoor camera for the whole family
Designed for families, Eufy’s 2K Pan & Tilt indoor camera offers good value for money. It has good image quality (4 megapixels) and is equipped with a motorized head and motion tracking. Its intelligent detection allows it to spot animals and therefore avoid false alarms. As for its audio detection, it has several levels of sensitivity as well as recognition of a baby’s crying. Additionally, it is compatible with Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa. She will quickly find her place in the home!
Furbo: to always keep an eye on pets
Designed for pet owners, the Furbo allows you to always keep an eye on these little furry beings, but also to interact with them when they are away. With a resolution of 1080p, it has a rotating view with motion tracking and color night vision, to capture everything that is happening in the room. Support for two-way audio allows you to hear and communicate with the pet. In addition, the bark detector and the various alerts (dog activity, alarm, person alert, etc.) help prevent domestic accidents and respond to emergencies. Little bonus: you can throw treats live using the app! Perfect for morfales!
Invoxia Minitailz: the collar that monitors your dog’s health
For those who care about their dog, this connected collar will be the perfect accessory! In addition to geolocation, it collects and analyzes biometric data to monitor the health of the animal, and alerts you to the slightest problem. A sort of Apple Watch for dogs in short! Small feature: the Minitailz is powered by AI, which generates daily and weekly summaries of the animal’s health and activity. When popularized, they allow us to put the data in context – particularly with regard to the age and breed of the animal – and to know what is hidden behind simple figures. It’s really a favorite (see our full test)! Please note, you must subscribe to a subscription to ensure the 4G connection and the reporting of geolocation information at €129.25 per year.
Xiaomi S20: the low-cost robot vacuum cleaner
Put an end to the chore of vacuuming with this low-cost robot from Xiaomi. It offers a suction power of 5000 Pa, quite suitable for most hard floors. At this price, the device comes with a simple charging station to allow it to replenish its battery. It therefore does not have an emptying bag (you will have to empty its bin regularly) and does not wash the floors either. But its value for money is great.
Roborock QRevo Plus: a powerful and efficient robot vacuum cleaner
If you want to take your interior cleaning a little further by entrusting not only the task of vacuuming but also that of floor cleaning to a robot, the QRevo Plus from Roborock will be a good ally. Its docking station has a clean water tank, a waste water collection tank and a bag for emptying dust. It then takes care of everything, vacuuming and cleaning the floor and even has an extendable arm for mopping corners.
Ice tag: a low-cost Bluetooth tracker
Do you find the idea of Apple AirTags quite good so as not to misplace your luggage, your keys and other everyday objects? How about giving in but for less money? This is what the Ice Watch Ice Tags offer. The principle is strictly identical to the Apple model. It also works with the Locate app but costs 10 euros less.
Cosori TurboBlaze: a complete and easy-to-use AirFryer
Thanks to its hot air swirl technology inside the tank, the AirFryer allows you to cook a wide variety of foods (vegetables, fish, meats, pastries, etc.) without adding too much fat while gaining a precious time (cooking is 46% faster than an oven). With a capacity of 6 liters, the Cosori TurboBlaze with its compact and deep container will suit most families (around 4 people, depending on appetites). Its touch screen allows you to configure the device in a few seconds. It offers ten cooking programs (ranging from dehydration to air cooking, including reheating and fermentation), for temperatures ranging from 30 to 230 degrees. For those who are used to missing the cooking of their dishes, this is the ideal tool, since the appliance takes care of everything, all by itself! As a bonus, it makes relatively moderate noise.
Nanoleaf: the connected garland to light up the evenings
No need to wait for Christmas to give a little festive air to your garden, your pergola, your terrace or even your living room. Nanoleaf, specialist in connected lighting, offers this light garland compatible with the Matter protocol. which allows you to change the atmosphere and even vary the colors and intensity of the bulbs depending on the ambient music. The ultimate connected lighting decoration accessory!