9 unusual New Year gifts for less than 3,000 rubles

2024 Author: Malcolm Clapton | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 03:44

Life hacker and online store Madrobots.ru have selected nine cool and practical gadgets that will definitely not be forgotten a month after the holiday.

1. Smart scales Picooc Mini

We are already living in a future where the beautiful idea of digital health has become a reality. Smart and compact scales Picooc Mini are an excellent embodiment of it, as they measure 12 biometric indicators at once. The Picooc app analyzes the collected statistics and explains what exactly happens to the body: it loses fat or water, how it is gaining muscle mass, and so on. For each specific case, the application will give advice on what to do next.

And after the New Year holidays, who, if not the scales, will tell you how much fat you have accumulated and how to deal with it correctly.

Who to give: fans of a healthy lifestyle and fitness babies.

2. QI OKIRA Cross 7000: portable battery + wireless charging

There are never too many good external batteries! And the QI OKIRA Cross 7000 is not only a battery, but also a Qi charger. It is enough to put the smartphone with the Qi-receiver to the cross on the surface of the battery, and the gadget will start charging. If the smartphone does not support induction charging, it's okay: you can connect it with a wire via a USB connector.

The battery capacity is 7,000 mAh, protection against overheating, short circuits and voltage drops is provided. It's time to think about whether you have enough charge to capture the brightest moments of New Year's Eve.

Who to give: everyone who has a smartphone.

3. Interactive pistol AR 4D Magic Gun

Augmented reality isn't just about Pokémon. Connect the controller to your smartphone, download one of the many apps, and the AR 4D Magic Gun interactive gun transforms ordinary boring streets into a video game. The biggest plus of the toy is that with it the gamer will be able to combine outdoor walks with his favorite hobby, without sacrificing either benefit or pleasure.

Caution: zombies can overtake you in the midst of the holiday, do not forget to bring a pistol with you.

Who to give: a gamer tired of modern shooters.

4. Thermo mug XD Design Boom

This stylish mug keeps the drink at the right temperature, keeping the coffee hot and the lemonade icy. The lid with a convenient valve prevents accidental spillage on the keyboard (or any other liquid-sensitive surface).

The peculiarity of this particular mug is that it can be easily disassembled into eight parts and disposed of, since all used materials are completely recyclable. The thermo mug can become an irreplaceable companion for walks during the New Year holidays.

Who to give: office worker, freelancer, connoisseur of practical things and someone who cares about the environment.

5. XD Design Klamp Multitool

The stylish XD Design Klamp multitool includes three very useful tools: an adjustable wrench, a folding knife and a universal screwdriver. The attachments (bits) for the screwdriver are stored directly in the handle of the multitool, from which the knife blade extends. The XD Design Klamp is made of stainless steel and fits comfortably in your hand. In addition, it is more convenient to store it than three instruments separately. Save your shower gel and socks until February 23rd for a really useful gift.

Who to give: father, brother, friend, beloved man, brutal colleague.

6. Electric wine corkscrew XD Collection

Why bother with an ordinary corkscrew, when a cool XD Collection gadget has already been invented, which silently and effectively does its job in 8 seconds, does not flood the tablecloth and ceiling and glows beautifully in the process. One charge of the built-in battery is enough for 40 bottles. We know what you will be doing on these holidays, but we will not tell anyone.:)

Who to give: girls who love wine and gadgets.

7. 3D-puzzle Ugears "Code lock"

Startup Ugears has many impressive mechanical 3D puzzles that are assembled from flat plywood parts: train, tram, wheeled lyre, boxes and cars. But the puzzle "The Code Lock" stands out even against such a colorful background, because it was made based on the book "The Da Vinci Code" by Dan Brown.

This is the current model for cryptex, a repository for secret documents. The puzzle is assembled without glue from 34 elements, the resulting "lock" is closed by setting a three-digit code. What to put inside? For example, a sheet with your passwords. Most importantly, do not forget the code for the lock!

Who to give: fans of creativity Dan Brown.

8. Kenu Airframe + Smartphone Car Kit

A rare car enthusiast goes on the road without communication and a mobile navigator. The Kenu Airframe + attachment system securely holds the smartphone on the ventilation grill so that you can use it without removing your hands from the steering wheel. The mount is suitable for gadgets with a screen diagonal of up to 6 inches.

The kit also includes a car charger with two USB ports. Kenu Airframe + does not take up much space, it can be easily carried with you for trips in carsharing cars or taken on trips.

Who to give: motorist-gadgetoman.

9. XD Design Pure Backpack

A good backpack for the city doesn't have to look athletic. The XD Design Pure backpack fits perfectly with all the latest trends: it is minimalistic, eco-friendly, waterproof and elegant. The owner of such a bag will definitely create the right impression of himself at work or school. The volume of the backpack is 10 liters and is suitable for a 15-inch laptop.

Who to give: city dweller.

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