Tech gift ideas for dad

Many of us may still associate Father's Day gifts with more traditional items such as socks, ties, and dress shirts, but let's be honest, times have changed and these sorts of gifts may not elicit much more than a polite “thank you” and a stifled yawn.

Nowadays, we live in a world that is dominated by technology and there are a whole host of electronic gifts perfect for our tech savvy dads. Here are our suggestions for some cool tech gifts to surprise your dad.

Vintage record player (with bluetooth)

Record players have been making a comeback within the last couple of years. This is great news for all of those who held on to their old records, and many of these classic vinyl records have racked up some serious value over the years. To not be totally behind on the times, many of the newer vinyl players also include bluetooth capability as well. A great gift which mixes the classic with the modern and is sure to please any music lover.

Smart coffee machine

What could be better than a freshly brewed pot of percolated coffee in the morning? How about a pot of coffee that was brewed from a percolator via an app connected to your smart phone! Yes, that's right, the age of smart coffee machines is upon us. Although they come with a hefty price tag, some of these machines are so sophisticated that you will never have to buy a cup of coffee from a café again. Many of these smart coffee machines go beyond a basic drip brew and can whip up lattes, iced coffees, and espressos, all with the click of a button.

Waterproof speaker

A famous philosopher once quipped that life without music is no life at all. Here in the Caribbean we are well aware of this truth and no social event is complete without music. However, we are a tropical island nation after all and water and electronics don't always go hand in hand. Thankfully there are a vast array of waterproof bluetooth speakers on the market now which would be sure to make a great gift this Father's Day.

Drone

Once the realm of professionals and very wealthy amateurs, drones are quickly becoming one of the most popular gadgets for the regular hobbyist. Drones are an exciting and ever more affordable gift for the more adventurous photography and videography loving dads out there.

Video game system (new or classic)

For the dads out there under 45, as well as the young at heart, a video game system may be the perfect gift to bring a smile to his face. Although the newer models in the Xbox, Playstation, and Nintendo series still reign supreme, a fun idea could be to purchase a vintage system such as a Nintendo 64, Super Nintendo, or Sega Genesis. These classic systems can be easily sourced online and will be sure to fill take your dad on a trip down memory lane.