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9 gift ideas for the man of your life

For when your man can’t decide what he wants

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Finding a gift for a guy is difficult. You ask them what they want and they’ll respond with “anything.” (Guilty!)

I know, I know. It’s frustrating, isn’t it? To help you find a gift for the man of your life for whatever occasion, we asked several men what’s on their wishlist. Here, we narrowed down their choices:

Smartphone

Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro

Smartphones nowadays are essential to one’s life and the man of your life needs something that will let him stay connected with you and will capture every moment of his life. Gift him a powerful smartphone that won’t break your bank like the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (US$ 403).

Sneakers

Adidas Continental 80

Give the gift of style and comfort by giving your man a pair of sneakers from Adidas like the Continental 80 (US$ 104), Stan Smith (US$ 94), or Ultraboost 19 (US$ 187). Your man would be delighted to receive some stylish kicks that he can show-off to his friends!

Gaming console

Nintendo Switch Lite

Let the man of your life — be it your brother, bae, best friend, or your dad — enjoy games by giving a Nintendo Switch Lite (US$ 200). This will also remind them that the only thing they should play with is a gaming console, not anyone’s heart.

RFID Wallet

Tommy Hilfiger Men’s RFID Blocking Leather Passcase Bifold Wallet

Wish your someone special well when you gift him a wallet, which is a symbol of wealth, money, and success. Gift them a stylish yet secure wallet like this Men’s RFID Blocking wallet from Tommy Hilfiger (US$ 24), which is guaranteed to protect his credit card and other info.

Instant Pot

Star Wars Instant Pot Duo Mini 3-Qt. Pressure Cooker, BB-8

Men are simple creatures: They want stuff that has multiple functions. To make sure they take care of themselves even without your help, gift them a Star Wars Instant Pot from Williams Sonoma (US$ 80). This single pot can be a pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, steamer, sauté pan, yogurt maker, and warmer. It also comes in iconic designs like BB-8, R2-D2, Darth Vader, Stormtrooper, and Chewbacca.

Wireless Earphones

Apple AirPods Pro

Help them live a life without cables by gifting them a pair of wireless earphones particularly the Apple AirPods Pro (US$ 249). It promises an immersive audio experience, thanks to its Active Noise-Cancellation. Let your man enjoy good music without being tethered.

Backpack

Briggs & Riley @work Medium Backpack

Gift them a backpack that can carry all their essentials while looking sleek and professional. This @work Medium Backpack by Briggs & Riley (US$ 319) has dedicated padded compartments for laptops and tablets, and RFID blocking protection.

Your Netflix Password

Netflix account

Of all the passwords you may share, it should only be Netflix and Netflix alone. Give them the gift of entertainment so they can enjoy the binge-watching sessions you do.

Wireless speakers

Sony SRS-XB41

For when he hosts a party with his friends and family, gift him a loud Bluetooth speaker that he can bring wherever he goes. For instance, Sony’s SRS-XB41 (US$ 196) is a waterproof, portable speaker equipped with party lights. He can now have his own music festival anywhere!

Bonus for 18+ adults: E-Cigarette

MOK e-cigarette

If he’s smoking and he can’t just quit, then an e-cigarette might be an alternative. MOK’s e-cigarette (US$ 98) is a Heat-Not-Burn device (HnB) which heats up tobacco to prevent consumption of harmful toxins smokers get from combustible tobacco, such as tar and carbon monoxide. Additionally, it doesn’t produce vapor and users can choose flavors for added sensation.

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Here are two Fancy iPhone 14 cases for the Full-on Fab

Moshi never disappoints!

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Already rocking the new iPhone 14 series but looking for cases that are fab and fancy? Well, Moshi is here to save you!

As of this writing, it’s Pride Month — and GadgetMatch is celebrating all genders in the spectrum.

These cases are perfect regardless of how you identify yourself. And even if you’re a guy, you could rock these too.

Heck it’s 2023! Stop putting stereotypes on case designs and colors. Be confident and BE YOU!

Swift unboxing

While Moshi’s set of accessories aren’t limited to the new iPhone 14 series, what we have here are cases that are specially-meant for the new iPhones.

With its clear packaging, you can clearly see the case details including the leather texture as well as the golden touch of its logo.

Right out of the box, it already entices you with its 10-year warranty.

Unlike the previous Moshi iPhone 13 case collection I’ve held last year, the new Moshi cases for the iPhone 14 series now have MagSafe built-in instead of their in-house SnapTo technology which is limited to Moshi cases and accessories only.

For product authenticity, no need to worry as these have ready-to-scratch seals for serial code activation. All you have to do is to grab your iPhone, open the camera app, scan the QR code, and fill-in your necessary details to activate the product.

And if the photos above did not satisfy you at all, here’s the unboxing of the two fab cases caught on video.

 

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Moshi Napa Slim in Lavender Purple

Most of you were probably looking at that golden camera cutout. Well, it’s not just painted in gold as this camera cover is an aircraft-grade aluminum for better durability when laid out flat on tables or put in rugged pockets.

And as already shown earlier, the back of the Moshi Napa Slim is crafted with a vegan premium leather for that added grip and better texture when held. Speaking of better texture, the inside of the case has a microfiber inner lining to avoid unwanted scratches when putting the phone in.

The Moshi Napa Slim case is lightweight at just 94 grams (or 0.2 pounds). Durability-wise, it features a hybrid shock-absorbing frame that resists shocks when dropped all throughout.

The power button and volume rockers are also made out of aluminum-grade aluminum for that tactile response.

Setting up a pretty lockscreen wallpaper and an #OOTD that adds complement to the case and completes that fab and fancy look.

The Moshi Napa Slim is also available in three more colors including Serene Gray, Midnight Black, and Juniper Green. The regular iPhone 14 and 14 Pro cases retail at US$ 45.95 while the bigger cases meant for the iPhone 14 Plus and Pro Max siblings sells for US$ 49.95.

Moshi Overture with Detachable Wallet in Serene Gray

On the outside, the Moshi Overture isn’t any different from its Napa Slim case sibling.

It features that strong anodized aluminum camera cover that is also raised — also for unwanted camera scratches.

The same can be said with its power and volume buttons — irresistibly tactile to the touch.

Et voilà! With MagSafe built-in onto the case itself, the wallet stand attachment perfectly snaps into place.

Like previously mentioned, this case also has a built-in wallet with up to three (3) slots for your debit, credit, and even transit cards.

And as already teased earlier, the Moshi Overture features this golden circular element when you completely cover your iPhone that blends well to its premium vegan leather skin as well as its microfiber lining and the same shock-absorbing frame.

And just like that, it looks classy and fabulous too — even if you’re a heterosexual male without an ounce of fragile masculinity 🤩

Moshi’s Overture case with Detachable Wallet is also available in a Midnight Black colorway. It retails for US$ 65.95 for the smaller-sized iPhone 14 and 14 Pro while a dollar more (US$ 66.95) for the larger iPhone 14 Plus and Pro Max variants.

SEE ALSO: There’s a Moshi bag for your every need 

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Acer has an eco-friendly mesh Wi-Fi 6E router

The Acer Connect Vero W6m

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Connect Vero

Acer isn’t just about computers. The company just unveiled its first ever eco-friendly Wi-Fi 6E router, the Connect Vero W6m. It promises enhanced connectivity, coverage, and security features.

Made with PCR materials on its chassis and an Eco mode for efficient energy consumption, the compact Connect Vero W6m is powered by a quad-core 2Ghz processor.

It supports Wi-Fi 6E Tri-Band AXE7800 while being cyber security compliant. It is also the first Wi-Fi 6E mesh router to pass EU EN 303 645 (RED) cyber security standards.

When it comes to performance, the Wi-Fi mesh router provides speeds of up to 7.8gps to deliver fast and stable internet connections online. It also has a dedicated WPS button for network security setups.

The router can also be paired with up to four units for an incredible network coverage area of up to 465 square meters on a dual mesh system and 930 square meters on a quad mesh system, effectively eliminating dead spots in the process.

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Garmin Edge 540, 840 series: Price, availability in the Philippines

Cyclists, PSA! There’s a new bike computer for you~

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Cyclists, let’s go!

Garmin has just unveiled the Edge 540 and Edge 840 series in the Philippines, the company’s new state-of-the-art devices for cyclists. The new bike computers were unveiled during an exhilarating breakfast ride around the Taktak C6 loop, together with a group of 60 cyclist attendees.

With the new lineup of devices, cyclists can expect performance-based training metrics, personalized coaching, advanced navigational support, and more — packed in a lightweight, sleek, yet rugged design.

Cutting-edge features for cyclists

The Edge 540 and 840 series come with new, innovative features. Cyclists can now identify their strengths and weaknesses, and prepare for the demands of a specific course by focusing training in the right areas.

There’s a Targeted Adaptive Coaching feature, encouraging riders to follow daily suggested workouts and training prompts. Personalized coaching also adapts based on training load, recovery, and the demands of upcoming events.

With real-time stamina, cyclists can also monitor and track exertion levels during a ride to see how to maintain their current pace. Along with Power Guide, cyclists can manage their efforts with power targets throughout the course.

On certain routes, the ClimbPro ascent planner feature can help cyclists with each climb, offering a preview of the remaining ascent and grade through the Edge or the Garmin Connect smartphone app.

There’s also the multi-band GNSS technology for enhanced positioning accuracy. Moreover, the solar models from the Edge series use Power Glass solar charging lens, extending the battery life to up to 60 hours in battery saver.

Advanced training metrics

Aside from the new features, the Edge 540 and 840 series are packed with advanced training metrics. Insights from Firstbeast Analytics showcase the VO2 max, training status and training load, recovery time, and more.

When cyclists are wearing a compatible Garmin smartwatch, they can also receive a more holistic view of their overall health and wellness. During a ride, Edge 540 and 840 series allow riders to see how their body holds up in different environments with heat and altitude acclimation. The bike computers also set up in-ride notifications when it’s time to refuel or rehydrate.

Stay safe and connected

Get peace of mind through built-in safety and tracking features like LiveTrack, group messaging, and incident detection for all cycling activities.

The Edge 540 and 840 series are also compatible with the Varia line of cycling radars and headlights, as well as inReach devices with SOS capabilities and communication when off-the-grid.

When training indoors, the Edge 540 and 840 series easily pair with Tacx indoor smart trainers, too. The bike computers can also be paired with the Garmin Connect app to create and send courses, view all the technical details from a ride, log personal achievements, and more.

Price and availability

The Garmin Edge 540 Solar and Edge 840 Solar are priced at PhP 27,990 and PhP 34,490 respectively. The non-solar Edge 540 currently retails for PhP 21,970, while the non-solar Edge 840 retails for PhP 27,990. Sensor bundles for each device are also available.

Visit Garmin Philippines’ website or Facebook page for more information about the new Edge Series.

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