Mothers Day gift ideas 2022: top presents for tech-savvy mums

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Wed, 30 Mar 2022 04:30:26 +0000

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Mothers Day is on May 8, and if youre stuck for ideas, weve put together our ultimate tech gift guide to help you out.

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Ready to spoil the special woman in your life? Mothers Day 2022 is just over
a month away, and if you want to give her something well thought-out, its
time to start thinking. Weve got gift ideas for women and mothers of all kinds, from those that love to be pampered to the ones that insist they dont need a thing.

Our picks for this year's top presents include everything from smart home
tech to headphones, fitness trackers to ereaders, coffee machines and beyond all our gift ideas are available online, but be sure to order well in time
for Mothers Day on Sunday, May 8. Apple AirTag / Tile (Image credit: Tile)

Bluetooth trackers are neat little devices that can help reunite you with misplaced or lost belongings. Both the Apple AirTag and Tiles range of products are Bluetooth trackers that can be attached to keys or bags, slipped into wallets or even stuck onto remote controls (youll want the Tile Sticker for that). Youll only want an AirTag if you already own an iPhone, while
Tiles range works with both iOS and Android. If youre considering Tile, its available in different forms including the Mate, Slim and Sticker models.

Read our full Apple AirTag review and Tile (2022) review Belkin BoostUp Charge Pro 3-in-1 (Image credit: Belkin)

If youve got an iPhone, an Apple Watch and a pair of AirPods, the Belkin BoostUp Charge Pro 3-in-1 is a nifty device that can recharge them all at once. Youll need to have an iPhone 12 or iPhone 13 for it to be compatible,
as charging is done wirelessly using Apples MagSafe feature. It uses 15 watt fast charging to get your gadgets filled with juice as quickly as possible, and we love that the charging stand looks sleek and stylish. Not to worry if your mum doesnt own an Apple Watch Belkin also has one for just iPhones and AirPods. Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2021) (Image credit: TechRadar)

The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite remains the must-have ereader for those who dont want to spend a lot of money on a reading device, but also dont want the most basic option out there. The Kindle Paperwhite fits in a nice middle ground, with a large and clear 6.8-inch display, a better battery and an ergonomic design, all for a reasonable price. One of its drawbacks is that youll be limited to buying ebooks from Amazons store, but if thats not a dealbreaker for you, the Kindle Paperwhite is hard to beat.

Read our full Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2021) review Ecovacs Deebot U2
(Image credit: Ecovacs)

Keen to give mum some help around the house? The Ecovacs Deebot U2 is an affordable robot vacuum cleaner, and its a powerful sucker, even managing to rival more premium robot vacs in this department. The Deebot U2 lacks a smart mapping feature, and its mopping functionality only does a mediocre job, but if youre just looking for everyday upkeep of hard floors and yes, even rugs and carpets, the Deebot U2 will do just fine. The little droid has a battery life of around 90 minutes, so wed recommend it for smaller homes.

Read our full Ecovacs Deebot U2 review Lavazza A Modo Mio Desa (Image
credit: Future)

The Lavazza A Modo Mio Desa is a compact coffee pod machine that will whip
you up a delicious cup of coffee with very minimal effort. It brews quick, easy and all in the one mug, and it comes with its own milk frothing attachment, so its perfect for those who love cappuccinos, flat whites or lattes. Because its made all in one cup, its very easy to clean, and all removable components are dishwasher safe. It may not be the ideal choice if you want to make more than one cuppa, but its easy enough to transfer to your own mug. Nanoleaf Essentials A19 smart bulbs (Image credit: Nanoleaf)

Nanoleaf are the makers behind the excellent and affordable Essentials smart light bulbs. The smart light brand says its Essentials smart bulb supports up to 16 million colours, so youll be able to create a unique atmosphere for any room, and any mood. Weve tested the bulbs for ourselves and found they emit some of the brightest whites on the market, easily moving between cool and warm bright whites. Setup is simple all you need is a smartphone and a Bluetooth connection.

Read our full Nanoleaf Essentials A19 smart bulb review Ember Smart Mug 2 (Image credit: Ember)

It looks like a standard coffee cup, but the Ember Smart Mug 2 keeps hot beverages at just the right temperature between 50C and 62.5C making for
the perfect sip every time. Its a ceramic-coated mug, but a single charge
will keep a cuppa at a chosen temperature for an hour and a half, or if left on its charging coaster, will keep warm all day. Everything is controlled through the app, and when its time to wash up, the Ember Mug is safe to hand-wash. Coravin Pivot (Image credit: Sharmishta Sarkar / Future)

If your mums a wine lover, the Coravin Pivot is a nifty gadget thatll keep
her wine tasting fresh weeks after opening. Its a special bottle topper that can extend the life of your wine, and while Coravin says the device will preserve your drop for up to four weeks, our colleagues at T3 found their
vino lasting for up to three still impressive. Its an especially good gift for those who enjoy a glass or two every now and then, so theyll be able to enjoy a full bottle rather than pouring it down the drain after a day. Polaroid Now (Image credit: Future)

An instant camera is a unique way to capture those special moments, and its particularly fun to have at weddings, birthdays and all kinds of parties. The Polaroid Now is reminiscent of the original Polaroid cameras, adding a nice nostalgic touch. This version shoots on full-size polaroid film, and we love that it comes with an autofocus lens, taking a lot of the guesswork out of shooting on instant film.

Read our full Polaroid Now review Cricut Joy (Image credit: Cricut)

The Cricut Joy is a small and sweet-looking craft machine that anyone can
use, but itll be an especially good gift if your mum already loves to DIY.
For such a compact machine, we were quite surprised at just how much it can
do when we spent some hands-on time with it think custom cards, personalised labels and decals. Its an easy point of entry to the world of crafting if you're new to it, and if you love it, theres a ton of accessories you can add on. Dyson Supersonic (Image credit: Future)

Theres no question the Dyson Supersonic is one of the most impressive hair dryers weve ever tested. It blow drys hair without using extreme heat, and
has intelligent heat control that works to protect hair from heat damage, helping preserve that natural shine. It comes with a number of attachments to suit various hair types, so whether mum has thick, curly tresses or super-fine, straight hair, theres an attachment to help her style it.

Read our full Dyson Supersonic review Sony WH-1000XM4 (Image credit: Sony)

We rate the Sony WH-1000XM4 as the best headphones you can buy, so if you
want to give her the best, you cant go past these. These headphones pack excellent active noise cancellation and great sound quality into a very comfortable design whats not to love about that? They also have some nifty features such as conversational awareness, which means these clever
headphones will pause the music when it senses you talking (though this can also happen if it hears you singing).

Read our full Sony WH-1000XM4 review Fitbit Luxe (Image credit: Future)

The Fitbit Luxe is a small, sleek and polished fitness tracker, thats a great choice for those who just want some everyday motivation to get moving. Weve also found its heart rate monitoring to be excellent, closely matching what youd get from a dedicated sports watch for responsiveness and accuracy. Its step counter is also accurate, but without onboard GPS, youll need to rely on your phone or the watchs accelerometer to log runs. If youre just a casual, social runner though, the Fitbit Luxe shouldnt disappoint.

Read our full Fitbit Luxe review Apple HomePod mini (Image credit: Future)

The Apple HomePod mini is the brands affordable smart speaker, and
considering its size, it offers up incredible sound. You will need an iPhone or iPad to use the HomePod mini, so Android users will have to look elsewhere (wed suggest looking at the Google Nest Audio or the Amazon Echo as good alternatives). The HomePod mini is the obvious choice for those who are familiar with the Siri voice assistant, and particularly those who have an Apple Music subscription, as youll get full functionality if you listen to tunes through the service. Other streamers such as Spotify also have support, but cant be controlled using your voice.

Read our full Apple HomePod mini review iDoo Hydroponics Growing System (Image credit: iDoo)

If your mum is a serial plant-killer, then something like the iDoo
Hydroponics Growing System will help give her a green thumb. There are
various kits available, with options for seven , 10 or 12 pod planters .
These indoor hydroponic systems make it easy to grow herbs throughout the year, with overhead LED lights to mimic sunlight, and a water circulation system to give your herbs just the right amount of water. When is Mothers Day 2022?

Mothers Day in Australia and New Zealand is traditionally observed on the second Sunday of May each year, and this year its on May 8, 2022.

Its a day to celebrate the women who look after us, be they our own mothers, stepmothers, guardians or caregivers. Its a chance to make the women in your life feel extra special, whether it be a card, a day out, or with a
thoughtful gift.

If youre planning on shopping online, weve got some excellent Mothers Day
gift ideas right here. Just keep in mind youll need to have it ordered and shipped in time for May 8.



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