While new socks or a bottle of his favourite tipple might be perfectly reasonable Father’s Day gifts of choice for some, if you want to make him beam from ear to ear this year, then you can’t go wrong with tech or a nifty gadget. From gaming gear to a smart watch he can wear day in, day out, these suggestions make great last-minute Father’s Day gifts, whatever tech toys he’s into.  

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Best Gaming Father’s Day Gifts

If he makes up the two in three Australians that play video games, then chances are a gaming present will be a Father’s Day gift that will get a double thumbs up. Level up their gaming set-up by gifting him some tech to rock his (virtual) world. Whether he’s into racing or role-playing games, a set of gaming speakers will truly immerse him in his preferred online universe. Added bonus? They also boast customisable RGB lighting to add a sense of style.

If he’s part of an online gaming community, he’s going to need to touch base with his fellow gamers and this standalone Blue Yeti microphone will do the job nicely. With its quick and easy USB connection, he’ll be able to plug and play in no time. Our final pick for a top Father’s Day gift for a gamer? When all the action heats up, the Sensibo Sky WiFi controller means he can switch on the game room’s aircon with a simple voice command without missing a crucial moment. 

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Best Father’s Day Gifts for a Music Fan

Does he love his tunes? Then you can’t go wrong this Father’s Day with a set of headphones so he can listen to his favourite songs on repeat… and you don’t have to endure them at the same time. A small but mighty set of Google Pixel Buds will deliver head-bopping, high-quality sound whether he’s at home or away, and come in a sleek case he can pop in his pocket when he’s done (it even charges the buds if he needs more battery juice). They also come with the Google Assistant he can summon with a simple press or voice command, just in case he needs to check the weather or make that important call. 

If he’s more of a traditional guy, go for an over-the-ear pair. These Sony noise-cancelling headphones will have him immersed in his music, podcasts, movies and more, while offering all-day comfort and a battery life of up to 35 hours. On the other hand, if you are into the same tunes, this JBL portable speaker means you can also get in on the music action this Father’s Day and beyond. Plus, it’s also waterproof, making it perfect to ‘borrow’ for your next pool party. The gift everyone can enjoy…

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Best Father’s Day Tech Gifts if He’s Always on the Go

If he’s always out and about, then the perfect Father’s Day present awaits. A smartwatch means he’ll never be late for a mate date, meeting or gym session again and inbuilt fitness tracking functionality allows him to keep an eye on his vitals if he’s health-conscious to boot. The Samsung Galaxy Watch4 is packed with tools to help improve his lifestyle and wellness, such as a sleep tracker, exercise modes and body composition measuring.

Another great option is the Vivosmart 5 from Garmin. As well as giving him notifications for calls, texts and emails, it comes equipped with Garmin Coach, so he has access to training plans to help improve his fitness routine. Speaking of fitness, a set of noise-cancelling headphones could be his new best friend at the gym. They’ll help block out his surroundings so he can focus on the workout at hand, plus their on-ear design means they won’t slip off during even the sweatiest of sessions. 

For physical movement of the more unwanted kind, a dash cam like this Nextbase 222 model will give him – and the rest of his family – peace of mind when he’s out driving, capturing any bumps or knocks in full HD footage.

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Father’s Day Gift Ideas for the Creative Type

Perhaps the father figure is more into expressing himself through art and literature, and you’re looking for tech gift ideas to suit his interests and hobbies. Avid readers will love unwrapping a Kindle this Father’s Day. With an up to 10-week battery life from a single charge and intuitive lighting that adjusts for use even in low light, this e-reader will keep his nose in an ebook all year round. Or, if he’s into illustrations, the Wacom Intuos will have him rustling up some digital masterpieces in no time. 

Photography one of his preferred pursuits? This retro Instax Mini 40 camera will take him back to the old school. Its point-and-shoot functionality makes it easy to use, and the fact his vintage-looking snaps will be printed and developed in around 90 seconds can’t fail to impress. Or, if video is more his vibe, consider the HERO11 camera. The most powerful GoPro yet, it captures up to 5.3K video quality and has the ability to turn his footage into wide cinematic shots so he can unleash his inner Wes Anderson. 

A rotating GIF of the best Father’s Day gifts, including Kindle, a digital illustration tablet, a GoPro camera and an Instax camera.

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