2022 Technology Gift Guide
Not sure what to get for everyone on your list this holiday season? In this blog, the Integrated Building Systems team shares what technology is on their wish lists this year. From entertainment to health and wellness, here are 15 ideas for your next shopping trip.
ENTERTAINMENT
Anker Nebula Capsule us.seenebula.com
This would be great for outdoor movies with my family! The bright image and 360-degree speaker ensure everyone can enjoy what’s on the screen – and I like that we can sync it with streaming services. Dave Hawse, Account Manager
Meta Quest Two meta.com
This immersive technology is a fun tool that could be used for pure entertainment or educational purposes for my four little ones. As a parent, I love games that can double as learning experiences. David Lindsay-Johnson, Office Manager
GoCube getgocube.com
A GoCube is a “bit” of retro fun with a modern twist. This would be a fun game to go head-to-head with friends, or just to finally learn how to solve this puzzle. Jena Evans, Permit and Service Coordinator
KEF LS50 Meta Speakers us.kef.com
I would love speakers for my turntable. These simple but elegant speakers from KEF could sit on my bookshelves and blend into the space, but still deliver high-quality sound throughout the room. Scott Bishop, Business Development Manager
Instax Mini Link fujifilm.com
I like to scrapbook, and this would be a great tool to get my photos off of my phone and into an album. I can see myself using this to print all the photos I took on my last vacation! Jena Evans, Permit and Service Coordinator
Meta 2, Image via Meta
HOME
Blueair Pure Fan Auto blueair.com
As someone who sleeps with a ceiling fan already, this would not only provide the air movement that I like, but it provides the clean air that would be a welcome with two dogs sleeping in the room as well! Dan Kottenstette, General Manager
Philips Hue LED Lightstrip and Tap dial dimmer switch
philips-hue.com Lightstrip
philips-hue.com Dimmer switch
I would really like a Philips Hue LED Lightstrip paired with their new Tap Dial dimmer switch. This would allow me to program automatic scenes to come on at different times of the day, while still providing a physical switch if I don’t want to use my phone to turn on the lights. Tim Carlson, Project Manager
Wi-Fi Connected Roomba 694 Robot Vacuum irobot.com
With my dogs, shedding seems to occur at all hours of the day. The ability to vacuum while I’m not home with my cell phone as the control would be phenomenal. Dan Kottenstette, General Manager
Blueair Pure Fan Auto, Image via Blueair
OFFICE
Dot Business Cards dotcards.net
Advertised as “your last business card,” these smart cards make connecting easy. I like that you don’t have to have an app to use or share information, just “tap” your card to an Android or iPhone and your contact details appear. Kraig Pritchett, Project Manager
Twelve South PowerPic mod Wireless Charger twelvesouth.com
This wireless charger would look great on my desk! I love that it’s customizable, and I can add my own 4x6” photo to it. That way, even when I’m not charging my phone, it still serves as a piece of art. Emily Chapman, Marketing Manager
Twelve South PowerPic mod Wireless Charger, Image via Twelve South
FOOD AND DRINKS
MEATER Plus with Bluetooth Repeater store-us.meater.com
This wireless meat thermometer would help me cook the perfect steak or smoke the perfect pork shoulder. And with the built-in Bluetooth repeater, I can monitor what I’m cooking from my phone or tablet from up to 165 ft. away. Scott Bishop, Business Development Manager
Keurig K-Slim Single Serve Coffee Maker keurig.com
I consider coffee an everyday essential! I would love to have one of these at work to easily make a cup of my favorite warm beverage before I head into a meeting. Anita Rymer, Account Executive
Spärkel Beverage System sparkel.com
I gave up soda, so this would be a nice way to still get a bubbly drink. It would also help me save money – and be more sustainable – than buying cans of mineral water. Scott Bishop, Business Development Manager
Spärkel Beverage System, Image via Spärkel
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
LARQ Bottle PureVis livelarq.com
This water bottle would encourage me to keep up my daily water intake. The key things I like about this are its ability to keep water cold for up to 24 hours and its rechargeable battery that can last months in between charges. On top of that, the container is self-cleaning, which lowers risk of any contaminants. Dan Kottenstette, General Manager
Apple Watch apple.com/watch
I have had my eye on an Apple Watch for a while! The heart rate monitoring, sleep stages tracking, and more are helpful when working toward fitness goals. And the cellular integration makes it easy to answer messages without carrying my phone with me everywhere. Emily Chapman, Marketing Manager
Apple Watch options, Image via Apple
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