The Top Tech Holiday Gift Ideas for Under $100 in 2014


While some of you may be sitting pretty with right at a week of shopping time left until Christmas, I’m sure many of you (like me) have just entered the mad scramble to find those last few gifts on your list. If you’re a baller on a budget and have run out of unique, sure-to-love gift ideas for the gadget-lover in your life, I’ve put together a list of five of the best tech gifts for Christmas this year that, at under $100, won’t break the bank.

Parrot MiniDrone Rolling Spider

KhrysiParrotThis miniature drone is high-flying, ground-exploring fun at its finest. It comes with a camera and gyroscope and can be controlled via Bluetooth with your smartphone or tablet. While it may not boast the power of its big brother Bebop, this indoor and outdoor flier (and wall and ceiling climber) is sure to provide hours of enjoyment for the kids and young at heart alike. At only $99, it’s sure to be one of the hottest gifts of the season.

Cellulon EPIC Virtual Keyboard

KhrysiEpicKeyboardThis little space-age gadget is ideal for anyone on-the-go. It is a Bluetooth-enabled device that projects a virtual keyboard onto any flat, opaque surface and is small enough to fit into your pocket. Not only is it convenient and functional, but it looks super cool. The EPIC Virtual Keyboard is available for just under $100 via ThinkGeek or BestBuy.

Samsung SmartThings Hub

KhrysiSmartThingsAs the brain of your smart home, the SmartThings Hub instantly connects various home automation sensors as well as smart locks, lights, outlets, thermostats and more to allow you to control them all from one simple (and free!) app on your smartphone or tablet. In addition to adding smart connectivity, SmartThings now comes with the trusted backing of tech giant Samsung. This smart home hub is now on sale for $99 through SmartThings.

Amazon Fire HD 6

KhrysiAmazonFire6Want to get someone a great tablet for Christmas but don’t think you can afford it? Amazon’s got you covered. The Fire HD 6 offers a sharp screen, long battery life, useful software and easy family-sharing options for households with little ones. At only $99, Amazon managed to create a well-performing, affordable tablet without sacrificing any of the entertainment value. This little gadget is still ideal for watching movies, playing games, reading books, listening to music and more.

Bluetooth Headset Gloves

KhrysiBluetoothGlovesHi-Fun’s Bluetooth Headset Gloves may be my favorite thing on this list. While most of you will appreciate the warmth and comfort they provide, the capacitive-touch feature, the built-in Bluetooth headset – I’m super stoked on the idea of taking phone calls old school, thumb to my ear and pinky finger to my mouth, making my hand a virtual phone. Plus at just under $30 via ThinkGeek, it’s the most affordable gift on the list.

Topics: Technology News Gadgets & Peripherals Inventions & Innovations Samsung Smartphones & Mobile Devices Tablets

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