While finding the perfect gift to show dad how special and loved he is on Father’s Day can be tricky, it’s time we looked further than tacky ties and tube socks to make our love and appreciation known.
From cool tech and gadgets to toys that will bring out his inner child, here’s a Father’s Day gift guide that’s sure to put a genuine smile on dad’s dial this Father’s Day, 19 June 2022, and finally do away with ‘sad dad’ syndrome once and for all!
Level up his home cinema game
You may not be able to get dad to Old Trafford or Anfield to watch his favourite team play live, but you can give him the feeling of being there with the latest home cinema and entertainment set up.
The Epson EH-TW710 full HD 1080p projector is the ultimate addition to any home entertainment system, offering an impressive 300-inch full HD display with built-in Miracast to cast from device screens to projector in a jiffy, and crisp, clear image quality thanks to its 3,400 lumen 3LCD technology. This projector retails from R14,000 at selected retailers in South Africa.
Gear him up for greatness
Most people underestimate the value of a high-quality tech accessory – and dad may even protest to replacing something that already “works perfectly well” – until they try out one of the latest gadget designs on the market that is!
The Logitech M650 wireless mouse, for instance, allows for all-day comfort and productivity is bound to be dad’s favourite new desktop accessory. The ergonomic design and option of two sizes makes for a perfect fit for virtually everyone, plus left-hand functionality, SmartWheel scrolling, and silent clicks are a massive bonus too. Choose between three colours for a RRP of R799.00
Take him back to his younger days
Just because he’s your dad and a grown-up, doesn’t mean his days of having fun are behind him! In fact, there are many benefits of play for adults, including stress-relief and memory improvement.
Building with LEGO® bricks is one way many adults are bringing youthfulness and simplicity back to their daily lives for these very reasons, so why not opt for the LEGO Technic Ferrari Daytona SP3 set – a 3,778-piece model and an especially cool gift for sports car enthusiasts! The new 1:8 scale LEGO Technic model boasts a functioning 8-speed sequential gearbox with paddle shifter, a V12 engine with moving pistons and striking silver lacquered rims, all at a RRP of R6,999.00.
For dads who are more in tune with their inner footballer and would love a timeless supporter piece, the LEGO Creator Expert Camp Nou – FC Barcelona is a great choice. Dad can recreate all the excitement of match day, enjoying details like the covered Tribuna stand and the Lateral stand with its famous ‘Més Que Un Club’ (More Than a Club) motto. It’s a challenging building experience that can also be displayed as tribute to his favourite club with pride. Get yours for a RRP of R5,999.00.
The perfect gift for dads this Father’s Day is within reach. From car and sporting enthusiasts to dads who just want to feel like a kid again, there’s something out there for everyone.
