--- title: 7 cool gadgets to buy yourself (or others) right now description: Who needs to wait until Christmas to buy themselves something cool? Wether you just want a new toy, or are looking for a techy gift idea, here are 7 of the coolest gadgets that we have our eyes on at the moment. image: https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/hubfs/background-bags-black-346748.jpg --- [![Strategic Group](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/hs-fs/hubfs/SGRP%20Logo%20-%20Inverted%20white.png?width=2951&name=SGRP%20Logo%20-%20Inverted%20white.png "Strategic Group")](https://www.strategicgroup.net.au) - [Home](https://www.strategicgroup.net.au/) - [About](https://strategicgroup.net.au/about/) - [Careers](https://strategicgroup.net.au/careers/) - [Services](https://strategicgroup.net.au/services/) - [IT Support & HelpDesk](https://strategicgroup.net.au/it-support-helpdesk/) - [Cloud Computing](https://strategicgroup.net.au/cloud-computing/) - [Private Cloud](https://info.strategicgroup.net.au/vault-demo) - [Public Cloud](https://strategicgroup.net.au/public-cloud-computing/) - [Cyber Security](https://strategicgroup.net.au/cyber-security/) - [Security & Risk Audit](https://info.strategicgroup.net.au/cyber-security-audit) - [Staff Training](https://info.strategicgroup.net.au/email-security-training) - [Telecommunications](https://strategicgroup.net.au/unified-communications/) - [Unified Communications](https://strategicgroup.net.au/unified-communications/) - [Microsoft Teams Calling](https://strategicgroup.net.au/ms-teams-calling/) - [Strategy & Planning](https://info.strategicgroup.net.au/virtual-cio) - [IT Consulting](https://info.strategicgroup.net.au/virtual-cio) - [Business Continuity Planning](https://info.strategicgroup.net.au/business-continuity) - [Disaster Recovery Planning](https://strategicgroup.net.au/disaster-recovery/) - [Device as a Service](https://info.strategicgroup.net.au/strategic-group-device-as-a-service) - [IT Projects](https://strategicgroup.net.au/it-project-services/) - [On-site & Hybrid Servers](https://www.strategicgroup.net.au/on-site-servers/) - [Case Studies](https://strategicgroup.net.au/case-studies/) - [Insights](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/) - [Blog](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/) - [Resources](https://strategicgroup.net.au/resources/) - [Contact](https://strategicgroup.net.au/contact/) - [1300 857 048](tel:1300857048) ![Strategic Group Blog](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/hs-fs/hubfs/apple-computer-desk-96858.jpg?width=2000&name=apple-computer-desk-96858.jpg "Strategic Group Blog") # Strategic Group Blog #### Everything you need to know about IT and technology #### [News](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/topic/news) # [7 cool gadgets to buy yourself (or others) right now](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/7-cool-gadgets-to-buy) ![close](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/2432204/AK-UI%20Builder/close-button.svg) ### Categories - [News (76)](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/topic/news) - [Tips (71)](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/topic/tips) - [Security (44)](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/topic/security) - [Productivity (13)](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/topic/productivity) - [Technology (7)](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/topic/technology) - [AI (5)](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/topic/ai) - [Community (2)](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/topic/community) - [Insider (1)](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/topic/insider) - [Uncategorised (1)](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/topic/uncategorised) ### Subscribe to Email Updates ### Popular Stories [The Essential 8 Guidelines for Business: What You Need to Know](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/the-essential-8-guidelines-for-business-what-you-need-to-know) Mar 18, 2025 [Top tech gifts to buy this Christmas](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/top-tech-gifts-to-buy-this-christmas-0-1-0) Dec 11, 2024 [Embracing AI in the workplace in 2025](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/embracing-ai-in-the-workplace-in-2025) Mar 24, 2025 [Social Engineering Red Flags - What to look out for](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/social-engineering-red-flags-what-to-look-out-for) Oct 21, 2022 [How much is IT costing your business?](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/how-much-is-it-costing-your-business) Jul 10, 2018 Categories | Subscribe | Populars - - - - Written by Emily Gam on May 07, 2018 Who needs to wait until Christmas to buy themselves something cool? Whether you just want a new toy, or are looking for a techy gift idea, here are 7 of the coolest gadgets that we have our eyes on at the moment. #### **Ring Video Doorbell 2 - $329** **![RingVideoDoorbell2](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/hs-fs/hubfs/RingVideoDoorbell2-BL.png?width=335&height=266&name=RingVideoDoorbell2-BL.png)** The Ring Video Doorbell 2 is the latest update to the smart home catalogue of products. The Ring Video Doorbell 2 upgrades the humble doorbell to include a video intercom system and remote monitoring as well as providing your home with a simple security camera you can monitor.  When someone presses the doorbell, a notification is sent to your phone and/or smartwatch allowing you to see who is there and speak to them. You can also setup zones around the doorbell that alert you to when there is movement, as the Ring Doorbell is connected via the cloud, you get these notifications wherever you are. Although it is quite expensive for a doorbell, the Ring Video Doorbell 2 is a useful little device that can add a layer of security to your home. #### **Omnia travel adapter - $63** ![Omnia](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/hs-fs/hubfs/TMIEBpb-768x432.jpg?width=300&height=169&name=TMIEBpb-768x432.jpg) Travelling a lot? Once you’ve been to a couple of countries, you start to curate a collection of different travel adapters that you desperately hold onto in hope of the next holiday. The OMNIS Travel Adapter is able to help you find a charge in over 150 countries. By simply sliding and locking the proper plug into place, the Omnia lets you power Android and iOS devices when you're abroad. Its 5-in-1 interface supports US/UK/EU/AU and USB-A standards, and it boasts a built-in LED charging light that indicates charging status.  #### **Google Home Mini - $79** **![google home mini colours](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/hs-fs/hubfs/google%20home%20mini%20colours.png?width=548&height=127&name=google%20home%20mini%20colours.png)** The Google Home Mini is basically the mini version of the Google Home with a smaller speaker and design. The Home Mini runs Google Assistant so you can ask it questions about your schedule, the weather or obscure trivia questions. If you have a Chromecast you can also get it to turn on the TV or music on external speakers. For the price this is a great little toy that can provide hours of entertainment. #### **Bose Soundsport Free Wireless Headphones - $299.95** **![bose-soundsport-free-earphones-cropped](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/hs-fs/hubfs/bose-soundsport-free-earphones-cropped.jpg?width=300&name=bose-soundsport-free-earphones-cropped.jpg)** These little earbuds are great for people wanting reliable, powerful and great sounding wireless headphones. They’ve had heaps of positive reviews online, with people commenting on how well they sit in your ear and the reliability of the Bluetooth connection. You'll be able to pick them up in Triple Black, Blue/Citron and Orange/Blue. #### **Cozmo - $269** **![cozmo](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/hs-fs/hubfs/cozmo_4_360-png.gif?width=300&name=cozmo_4_360-png.gif)** Cozmo is the latest cute little robot sidekick your inner kid has always wanted. Cozmo can express different emotions, play games and continues to learn the more you interact with him. There are no parts to put together, and all you need is a compatible iOS or Android device and the free Cozmo app. #### **Galaxy S9** **![S9](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/hs-fs/hubfs/S8_cut.jpg?width=426&height=284&name=S8_cut.jpg)** If you’re an Apple person, skip this and read the next section, if you are a Samsung fan, keep reading. The S9 is a nice phone with an excellent camera and great screen. Its performance and battery life are far better than its predecessors and its camera is better than any other phone on the market. If emojis matter to you, the AR Emojis aren’t great, but overall this is a really nice looking phone that performs really well.     #### **iPhone X** ![iPhone X](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/hs-fs/hubfs/iphonexcolors-800x573.jpg?width=433&height=310&name=iphonexcolors-800x573.jpg) Apple reader, you have skipped to the right section. The iPhone X is another impressive looking phone that has a luxurious look and feel to it. Face ID is a nice touch, but the best thing about this phone is the beautiful display. The iPhone has much better AR Emojis (Animojis) but it doesn’t have a headphone jack. Both of these phones are great, it really comes down to preference over brands and operating systems these days. ![Subscribe](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/2432204/99%20Template%20Pack/Background%20Images/message.svg "Subscribe") ### Subscribe to Email Updates ### Let Us Know What You Thought about this Post. Put your Comment Below. ### You may also like: [News](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/topic/news) [Productivity](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/topic/productivity) [Technology](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/topic/technology) ## [Microsoft ends support for Windows 10](https://blog.strategicgroup.net.au/microsoft-ends-support-for-windows10) In a major shift for businesses worldwide, Microsoft has announced the end of support for Windows 10 devices, set for 14... 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