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10 gifts for the tech-savvy dad on Father's Day

Father's Day is less than a week away -- Sunday, June 15 -- so it’s time to get shopping. Here are ideas from AT&T to help you find just the right gift for your tech-savvy dad.

He will love getting a cool, smart gift that suits his lifestyle, and you’ll appreciate knowing your gift is not hanging in a closet or sitting in a desk drawer.

1. Swingbyte 2: For the dad who wants to look like a pro on the links.

  • Swingbyte is a revolutionary mobile golf swing analysis appcessory for iOS and Android smartphones and tablets.

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  • Swingbyte pairs an elegant and intuitive app with a lightweight sensor that attaches easily to any golf club.

  • 2. HTC One: For the music and media lover.

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    • The all-metal uni-body has soft curves and tapered edges.

    • BoomSound offers dual front-facing speakers.

    • HTC One includes big memory for lots of pictures and video: 32 GB onboard memory, plus microSD slot for up to 128 GB.

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    3. Asus Padfone X: For the dad who appreciates 2-for-1 deals.

    • Two-in-one smartphone/tablet.

    • Combines a 5-inch smartphone with a 9-inch PadFone docking station.

    • Counts as just one device on AT&T data plan.

    4.  Samsung Galaxy S5 Active & Gear Smartwatch: For the active dad.

    • The Galaxy S5 is shock resistant, water resistant and dust-proof casing — great for summer activities at the beach, pool or lake.

    • Phone syncs with the Gear Smartwatch.

    • Watch will give you instant alerts on your wrist for calls, texts, emails.

    • Dad can answer calls on the watch and control the TV volume/channels!

    5. Car Connection: For the dad who loves smart cars.

    • Small device that plugs into your car—provides diagnostics like at the mechanic's repair shop.

    • Dad can check fuel efficiency, engine alerts, maintenance reminders and recall notices.

    • Get safety alerts for excessive speeding or braking — great for monitoring teen drivers.

    6. Beats Pill: For the dad who loves music on the go.

    • Small enough to deliver your daily dose of music wherever you go, the Pill syncs with your phone or other Bluetooth-enabled devices to deliver Beats by Dr. Dre sound anywhere you happen to be.

    • The Pill is wireless and cord-free.

    • The Pill is lightweight so it won't slow you down, and it's small enough to fit in whatever you're carrying out the door.

    7.  LGG2 Smartphone: For the dad who appreciates extraordinary images.

    • This slim, lightweight, 4G LTE Android™- powered smartphone brings together the latest innovations.

  • Pictures, websites, apps, and videos come alive on the large 5.2" full HD IPS display. With its precise 423 pixel-per-inch screen resolution.

  • 8. Body Glove Universal Sleeve: For the dad on the go.

    • The premier sleeve is a mobile necessity for tablet users who want to protect their device from bumps and scratches while on the go.

    • Made of lightweight, durable materials and includes padded bubble lining for added protection.

    • Sleeve also features an easy-access storage compartment.

    9.  Miroir MP60 Mini HDMI Projector: For the movie buff.

    • Watch movies or share home video and photos in your backyard, the boardroom or on the garage door.

    • Fits in your pocket or briefcase.

    10. Rubik’s Cube Pencil Holder: For the ‘80s dad.
    • This low-tech gift will be a hit for dads who always had a Rubik’s Cube in hand as a kid. 
    • It holds pens, pencils and scissors, and has a magnetic exterior to hold paper clips.
    Still looking for more ideas? Browse AT&T's Father's Day Gift Guide on Pinterest.

    After you surprise dad with a cool gift, you can impress him by taking over at the grill on Sunday!




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