(Photo) We all know that men don’t ever really grow up right? We’ve rounded up some top techno, groovy gadgets and wicked wheels to appeal to the man in your life this Christmas.

 

MiCoach Fit Smart by Adidas

The old MiCoach was a clunky affair, but the brand’s latest offering is a retro-digital band that we love. The functions include a heart-rate monitor and pedometer. You’ll have to link up to your phone for more complicated exercise programs, but with simple coaching delivered by visual messages, you’ll find you rarely need to.

 

Bamboo Spark Pen

Now this is clever. Smart pens that save handwritten copy digitally require special paper – but not the Bamboo Spark. Rather you just need the customized folio which tracks the pen’s pressure and converts your work onto your smartphone or tablet. Take note.

 

BB-8 Droid

BB-8 – basically a ball with a head – looks set to be the star of Star Wars: The Force Awakens. And now Sphero has produced a miniature model that looks set to be on every child’s (and possibly adult’s) Christmas list. Just watch that little guy roll. (Photo)

 

Dominator Sniper Scooter

The 2017 Dominator Sniper was revised to surpass the competition. With it he gets to show off his new “wheels” . He can customize the scooter wheels, tape and even the deck in order to pimp his ride. Perhaps invest in a helmet too – just in case!

 

Monkeylectric bike light

Who knew bike lights could be exciting? These LED bike lights fill your bike’s wheel with bright patterns (once you get up to speed.) The Monkey Light Pro  allows you to edit the graphics using your smartphone. (Photo)

 

Polaroid Snap Instant

Who doesn’t like a bit of retro now and then?

Preferably with a modern tweak… The Snap Instant prints out your photos like a classic Polaroid but doesn’t require any ink thanks to digital imaging. And it looks very sleek – the Mini Cooper of cameras.

 

Brmmm Brmmm Book

If a Porsche for a present is a little steep, get him the official Porsche book. From the 356 Roadster to the striking 550 A Spyder, from the sought-after 911 Carrera RS to the 911 Targa, even including the latest 919 Hybrid, Porsche Sounds is a painstaking history of the storied brand. And yes, it includes a CD of 30 different Porsche sounds.

 

Phantom 2 Vision Plus Drone

The ultimate photography drone for the layman, the Phantom 2 has great range (800 meters) and a long lasting battery (25 minutes).

To control it effectively at that distance, your iPhone can clip to the controller giving you a pilot’s (or, indeed, cameraman’s) point of view. A cinch to control, it also has a brilliant stabilizing connection, which buffers any blade judder from the camera, giving the smoothest footage. This is no toy drone. (Photo)

 

Nest Protect Fire Alarm

This very smart smoke and carbon monoxide detector will text you if it sniffs out anything untoward and even tell you in advance when its battery’s running low. Ideal for the nervous homeowner.

Put any of the above in his stocking this year and guarantee yourself a kiss under the mistletoe!