Tech Gifts for Mom
Make mom’s day on Mother’s Day, her birthday, or just because, with these great tech gifts.
Moms love tech, too
Moms have traditionally received gifts like flowers, chocolates, and spa certificates. Sure these are appreciated, but they can get repetitive. The traditional tie has given way to high tech gifts like headphones, game consoles and TVs for dads, so why not for moms as well? After all, if you asked, chances are your mom would love to receive a thoughtfully chosen tech gift.
What tech gifts are available for mom?
There is no gender when it comes to technology. That means limitless options when choosing tech gifts for mom.
How about a new laptop, or a super-slim new Chromebook? If mom’s a gamer, a console makes a great choice. And if she’d like to be able to game on the go, the Nintendo Switch Lite is small enough to slip in a bag, and comes in a variety of bright colours. If your mom likes to keep healthy, how about a fitness tracker or smartwatch? A new set of wireless earbuds mean she can listen to her playlists at the gym. A tablet is great for curling up on the couch to check her social media accounts, and surf the web. A new 4K smart TV would be a great way to watch her favourite shows and movies in crisp new detail, while a video streamer like the Amazon Fire TV can be plugged into any TV.
Even though there is no such thing as gender when it comes to tech, there are some options that might be more appreciated by your mother. For example, Apple Watch comes in two different sizes, and the smaller one might be less chunky and more comfortable for someone who is physically smaller. Laptops, headphones, and other products often come in fashionable colour options, which might be preferable to plain black.
How to choose the right tech gifts for mom
Choosing the right tech gifts for your mom is all about listening and watching. Chances are, you’ll quickly pick up on hints about what she’d like.
For example, if she talks about missing friends or family who no longer live nearby, a smart speaker with an integrated display for video chatting would be a great option—it can also be used as a digital photo frame. Does she have a record collection in the garage or basement? A new turntable would be a big impact gift. Does she love books but never seems to have the time to read? A new eBook reader lets mom carry her library with her, so she can read whenever and wherever she has downtime. Maybe her favourite headphones have a cable, but her new smartphone lacks a headphone jack. The perfect opportunity to make her day with a new pair of wireless Bluetooth headphones!
There’s nothing wrong with flowers, brunch or other traditional gifts. But don’t overlook tech, because chances are a carefully chosen tech gift will absolutely make mom’s day.