Stumped about what to get Mom this Mother’s Day? We have some suggestions:
Hybrid Computer – Lenovo Yoga 900 – This is Lenovo’s latest flagship hybrid computer, combining laptop, tablet, tent, and stand modes in a sleek and stylish package with almost all the bells and whistles you’d hope to see in a laptop. It features a 13″ QHD multitouch display and a state of the art Intel i7 processor. With a full complement of ports, great sound quality, and Windows 10, Mom will have everything she needs for work or play. Available for about $1200 on Amazon.com.
Fitness Tracker – Fitbit Blaze – Help Mom stay in shape with this new Fitbit model that’s more smartwatch than step counter. It tracks health and fitness goals like steps, calories, heart rate, and more, but also controls music, features text, call, and calendar alerts, and has built-in sleep tracking. The Fitbit Blaze is sleek and stylish with several watchband options. Available for $200 from Fitbit.
Jump Starter/Power Pack – Cobra JumPack – Phone and car batteries die more often than we would like. Now Mom can power up both with this power pack, which is small enough to carry anywhere she goes in a handbag, briefcase, or even pocket. It offers mobile-device charging and can jumpstart cars, SUVs, motorcycles, boat engines, and more multiple times. Weighing in at just under 10 ounces, it is one of the most-compact and portable power packs available. Available for $100 from Cobra.
Food Dicer – Gourmia Power Dicer Plus – This neat kitchen gadget produces uniform pieces for impressive food presentation while significantly reducing prep time. It features quality construction, easy assembly, and simple one button operation. The unique dice feature produces perfectly diced results, unavailable through any other household electronic food processor. It’s essential for salads, stews, soups, pies and canning. It can large dice, fine dice, coarse shred, fine shred, thin slice and thick slice with the included blades. Mom will even be able to easily shred cheese and cut French fries using the included attachments. Available for $100 on Amazon.com.
Wireless Speaker and Home Assistant – Amazon Echo – This is a one-of-a-kind device from Amazon. The Echo can access and play all of Mom’s music from Spotify, Pandora, and more with immersive 360-degree audio. The Echo’s assistant, named Alexa, responds to voice commands and is able to hear and respond from across the room even when music is playing. Ask Alexa to read the news, answer a question, set an alarm, report the weather, and thousands of other functions. The Echo can even control lights, thermostats, and more with a host of complementary devices. Available for $180 on Amazon.com.
Smartphone – Samsung Galaxy Note 5 – This stylish smartphone features an aluminum frame with a large Gorilla Glass screen that’s sharp and strong. The Galaxy Note 5’s best feature is its built-in stylus, which clicks into place and will let Mom jot down a quick note without even having to unlock the screen. It’s the perfect phone for those who struggle with small virtual keyboards. Unlocked versions available for about $550 on Amazon.com.
Automotive GPS – Garmin DriveLuxe – This is an elegantly designed, 5-inch premium auto navigator with pinch-to-zoom display, smart notifications (calls, texts and other app alerts), Bluetooth hands-free calling, voice-activated navigation, and driver alerts to encourage safer driving. With its sleek metal case and powered magnetic mount, the DriveLuxe features pre-loaded maps of North America with lifetime updates, free HD Digital Traffic, and more. Mom will be alerted when approaching dangerous curves, speed changes, red light/speed cameras, or upcoming traffic jams. Available for $350 on Amazon.com.
Earbuds – Focal Sphear – These high-resolution in-ear headphones put those dinky earbuds that come with your phone to shame. They are compatible with all kinds of devices and are designed with comfort in mind for prolonged listening. They feature a universal remote for controlling music and phone calls and come with a full kit of accessories, including a carrying case, extra tips, and an aircraft adapter. Available for $150 on Amazon.com.
Music System – Mu-so by Naim Audio – Wirelessly stream stunning sound from virtually any source with this sleek music player. Mu-so’s powerful audio brain delivers the most exceptional quality in sound, commanding 450 watts of power through six custom-designed speakers to create an experience of music that has to be heard to be believed. Mu-so can be combined with other Naim streaming products to create the ultimate multi-room experience. Available on Amazon.com for $1500.
Fire Safety Device – FireAvert – This plug-in ready device aims to stop kitchen fires at the source. FireAvert is easy to install – it simply plugs into the back of a stove or range. The device is activated by a ringing smoke alarm and will cut power to the stove and oven before flames even occur. Available for $100 on Amazon.com.
Knife Set – Wüsthof Traveler Set – Perfect for vacation rentals, picnics, BBQs, tailgating, family reunions, potlucks, camping trips, RV and boat excursions, along with other cooking “on the go” occasions, this 7-piece traveler set is a well-curated collection of professional quality kitchen knives and accessories conveniently housed in a compact case. The set features a paring knife, 6-inch cook’s knife, 5-inch serrated utility knife, plus a corkscrew, kitchen shears, and mini sharpener all inside a ruggedly designed zippered case. Available for $150 on Amazon.com.
Coffee Maker – Electrolux Expressionist Thermal Coffee Maker – Wake Mom up to a fresh cup of coffee with this high-tech coffee maker, which features a programmable LCD display with 24-hour timer. It’s equipped with an aroma strength selector with bold or regular buttons to provide her with the best coffee moment possible. A permanent gold-tone filter lets the full coffee bean flavor flow through to the cup, while the pure advantage water filter ensures great tasting water for great tasting coffee. The auto-start function will let Mom program when she wants her coffee to start brewing and the Keep Warm function is adjustable for up to 2 hours. Available for $150 on Amazon.com.
Smart Thermometer – Kinsa – The Kinsa Smart Thermometer is designed for peace of mind. Kinsa makes it easier to get an accurate temperature reading, will automatically remember the family’s illness history, and will help her take action when symptoms are cause for concern. Kinsa uses the latest technology in machine learning and data science to take professionally accurate readings in just 10 seconds. It’s also incredibly durable, comfortable, and easy to use and pairs with the free Kinsa smartphone app for more detailed readings. Available for about $17 on Amazon.com.
High-Tech Comfort Footwear – Chaco Z/Cloud Sandal – The straps on these durable sandals from Chaco adjust to deliver the perfect custom fit. They feature a layer of pillow-top comfort and support and will stay on no matter the activity. They’re sustainable too – the sandals are designed to be repaired rather than thrown away and Chaco donates a portion of its profits to charities protecting the planet. Perfect for the outdoor-loving, eco-friendly mom. A variety of styles and sizes are available from Amazon.com starting at $105.
The Perfect Pillow – Dreampad – The Dreampad is embedded with Intrasound Technology transducers to conduct music therapy during sleep. Mom will be able to choose from five music programs downloaded to her smartphone for playback. The Dreampad features a hypoallergenic fill and cover and comes with earplugs for noisy environments. Available for under $200 at Amazon.com.
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