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For the tech lover who also craves beautiful design, life can be hard. How can you truly enjoy virtual reality when you’re wearing such a clunky-looking headset? How can you get the maximum enjoyment from your music while wearing headphones that still look the way they did in 1995?

Luckily, there are plenty of companies out there that are working hard to give these discerning techies the artfully designed, technologically advanced products they love so much. Here’s a quick list of some of the newest must-have products that combine beautiful form with high-tech function.

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1. PetBot. Pet cameras that let you keep an eye on your furry friend while you’re at work have been around for a few years now – but there’s never been a pet camera looks this sleek. This unobtrusive camera and remote treat dispenser lets you talk to your pet via two-way speakers, give them treats while you’re miles away, and keep an eye on them throughout your workday. It even lets your pet take selfies and send them to your phone.



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2. The Nixplay Iris. The Iris is our newest wifi cloud frame, designed to appeal to those with the highest standards for home and office decor. With a stunning metal finish reminiscent of a traditional picture frame, the Iris fits just as well in a meticulously decorated family room as it does in the executive suite. Iris owners can stay connected to family via the Nixplay app, which lets them send images right to the frame.



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3. The Samsung LED Flip Wallet. There are plenty of nice-enough smartphone wallets out there – they carry your cards, pack an extra battery, and maybe add a pop of color to this ubiquitous accessory. But the LED Flip Wallet, for Samsung’s Galaxy phones, does you one better: it shows your phone notifications directly on the wallet. You don’t even have to open the phone in order to see who’s calling, what the weather’s like, or who just texted you.



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4. The Mira Fitness Mira Bracelet. Fitness trackers are great for keeping you moving toward your fitness goals, but they’re not exactly attractive. That’s where the Mira Bracelet has the major advantage. Billed as jewelry that tracks your daily activity, this fitness tracker is designed to be a bracelet that even the most fashion-conscious wouldn’t be ashamed to wear.



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5. UrbanEars Wireless Headphones. For those of us who just don’t like the feel of earbuds stuck in our ears, headphones are the way to go – but so many of them are too bulky, too bright, or just boring. These UrbanEars models offer a classic, contemporary design with 21st century functionality. The headphones have a touchscreen interface instead of buttons, plus a microphone so you can pick up calls without switching devices.



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6. Here Buds. These earbuds are only available for pre-order currently, but they’re so impressive that we had to include them on the list. Like typical earbuds, Here Buds let you listen to music – but that’s really the least of it. Here Buds let you control the sounds around, by adjusting the frequencies to amplify or change certain sounds and block others. In other words, if you were on a plane and wanted to turn down that baby crying, you could actually do it.



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7. Jibo Social Robot. Who knew a robot could be so cute? With a minimalist design and animated face, this AI “family robot” is like a personal assistant, photographer, playmate, and companion all in one. He’s small and inconspicuous enough to fade into the background, but so well-designed that you won’t want him to.

Happy shopping!

Beatrice Bisais

Bea is Nixplay’s Social Media Manager. She enjoys drinking coffee, reading about wars, and writing stories. Send her a message at beatrice.bisais@nixplay.com.

While we all know that teaching is one of the noblest professions, and that teachers basically play the role of parents when our little ones are at school, most of us will never fully understand the challenges our educators face every day just to ensure their students are learning the right things. Most teachers get presents from their students during the school year for a variety of reasons, but a gift at the end of the year – no matter the size – is a nice way of saying “thank you” to our teachers for all they’ve done.

The potential gift ideas are almost infinite, but we’ve gathered a few great year-end gift suggestions that teachers will surely appreciate:

1. Gift cards or certificates to spas, book stores, or restaurants

After a fulfilling – but exhausting – school year, teachers look forward to having a break. Between sleepless days teaching classes, and sleepless nights grading papers, they definitely deserve to be pampered. Rather than putting the cards or certificates in a plain envelope, try to add a bit of creativity to the presentation. Bonus points for you if you know your teacher’s neighborhood, since you can then pick out a spa or restaurant that is close to his or her home.

2. Digital photo frames for storing precious memories

Every school year yields a rich experience for teachers and students alike, and a lot of great memories as well. What better way to help teachers cherish those moments than by giving him or her a digital photo frame as a year-end gift? The great thing about a digital photo frame, as opposed to a traditional scrapbook or photo album, is that your teachers can display as many pictures as they want. A digital frame can even serve as an excellent teaching aid, too: as a clock, timer, or a visual aid. NIX Advance Digital Frames come with various features that teachers can use to enjoy these memories, while enhancing the classroom experience at the same time.

3. Beach or summer gear

Since the school year ends at the onset of the summer season, beach-related gift ideas are perfect for outdoor-loving teachers who are ready for a bit of vacation. A nice, large tote bag is perfect for packing everything your teacher needs for a weekend at the beach – and just like the digital photo frame, this bag can be used any time of the year. You could even include a few beach essentials, like a beach towel, water bottle, flip-flops, and cute sunglasses. To make it even more special, have his or her name embroidered or monogrammed onto the bag.

4. Handwritten cards, notes, or letters

Cliché as it may seem, consider old-fashioned, genuine, personalized letters written for your teachers. A simple “thank you,” along with a heartfelt message written on a nice card or piece of stationery and adorned with a few embellishments, is a keepsake that teachers treasure for a very long time.

There is no limit to the ways in which we can express our gratitude to our teachers. Just bringing your child to pay their teacher a visit every few years, and showing them how far they’ve come because of their efforts, can make your teacher feel like all the challenges that go with their profession have been worth it.

Beatrice Bisais

Bea is Nixplay’s Social Media Manager. She enjoys drinking coffee, reading about wars, and writing stories. Send her a message at beatrice.bisais@nixplay.com.

It’s that time of year to celebrate Dads. By now, you probably bought your dad just about every gift in the book—from just a card when you were younger, to ties, whiskies, and watches. But if your dad is anything like ours, it’s not the gifts that he truly cherishes; it’s the time you spend together on days like Father’s Day. Sure, your dad appreciates your gifts, but he really loves the gift of having you around. So this Father’s Day, why not get a gift for Dad that shows him how much your time together means to you, too?

Your dad cares about the memories you make together, so get him a  Nixplay Seed WiFi Cloud Frame from Nixplay and so those treasured moments are displayed and not easily forgotten. Nixplay’s WiFi digital photo frames come with a free mobile app that allows you to send photos from your smartphone to the frame where Dad can enjoy each one as they instantly display.

And isn’t that what Father’s Day is really all about—connecting with your dad or your children in a meaningful way? Every dad wants to see that his son or daughter is doing well and living happily, and that’s what he’ll see when you send all your latest photos directly to his WiFi Cloud Frame. It’s simple to send new photos, and he’ll appreciate it more than you know.

If you can’t be there for Dad in person, then use the Nixplay app on your phone to create a great present for him instead. Taking old family photos, you can create a playlist that tracks your relationship with your dad from infancy to adulthood. Dad will get to watch the two of you grow together over the years, and at the end you can take of picture of yourself with a caption that says Happy Father’s Day, or take a video of yourself wishing him all the best.

The Nixplay Seed Frame works just as well if you’re a mom helping her young children make a gift for Father’s Day. Try taking a series of photos of your children leading up to Father’s Day, and then upload the new photos while your husband is busy. The next time he walks into the room, the frame will start rolling through the new playlist of photos of your children. We guarantee that the memories that Dad has with his children are going to be more important to him than any gift you can buy in a store.

So if you want a unique gift for the guy that means everything to you, then give Dad a Nixplay Seed WiFi Cloud Frame. You’ll find the perfect digital photo frame for him at Nixplay store.

Beatrice Bisais

Bea is Nixplay’s Social Media Manager. She enjoys drinking coffee, reading about wars, and writing stories. Send her a message at beatrice.bisais@nixplay.com.

Some Dads are notoriously difficult to shop for, leaving gift buyers frustrated at even the thought of buying Christmas gifts or birthday presents for the father-figures in their lives. Year after year, poor Dad ends up with a mass of gift cards, ugly ties, and gadgets he’ll never use. Don’t waste another dollar on an impractical gift for Dad. With a little creativity, you can score big with a gift that’s sure to make Pops smile.

Here are 5 unique gift ideas for the father-figure in your life:

Orchestrate a Cool Picture

Have the kids lay in the grass, and spell out DAD on the lawn, or have them pose in funny costumes to make dad laugh. Create fun, lasting memories dad can look at again and again. A Nixplay WiFi Digital Photo Frame is a great way to display your creative photographs, while being a great gift in itself.

Take A Journey

Pick a place Dad loves to go, and plan a day or a weekend trip for the two of you. A trip to a local sporting event, a hike at his favorite trail, or a road trip to his favorite amusement park is not only a generous gift, but one that can create a lifetime of happy memories.

Feed Him

They say the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. Spend your gift money at the grocery store, and prepare a deluxe home cooked meal. Stick to his absolute favorites, or venture into new recipe territory. Either way, you’re sure to put a smile on his face. Set the table with your finest plates and silverware. You can even get the kids involved by dressing them up as wait staff.

Get Nostalgic

Take Dad right back to his childhood. Do a little research, and find out what was popular when he was growing up. Look through photographs from his younger days, and learn about his favorite things. Then give Dad a box of his favorite candies, and toys from the past. It’ll bring him right back to his boyhood for a little while.

Tickle His Funny Bone

If Dad has a fantastic sense of humor, make him laugh with a collection of gag gifts, joke books, and funny t-shirts. To go along with the material gifts, have the family create a live comedy show to go along with this theme. Make sure to capture the event on video for future viewings, and take a bunch of photos!

Remember, it’s the thought that counts. Do away with the traditional gift ideas, and have more fun celebrating what makes your Dad special. These creative Father’s Day gift ideas are not only fun for fathers, but for the whole family. No matter which experience you choose to share with Dad, don’t forget to capture the memories along the way. Take pictures during the planning stage, and then pass them along to Dad in a cool digital frame. He’ll be thrilled with the keepsake, and proud of everyone’s efforts on his behalf.

Beatrice Bisais

Bea is Nixplay’s Social Media Manager. She enjoys drinking coffee, reading about wars, and writing stories. Send her a message at beatrice.bisais@nixplay.com.

Father’s Day is upon us, and we all know that our dads are our pillars of strength. Dads are sentimental about the most treasured people in their lives. Without a doubt, it’s you! What better way to make dad feel special this year then with a gift that will allow him to reflect on the memories the two of you have made over the years. 

Whether your dad is the doting type that is always snapping photos on the go, or prefers to leave it to others to do the work, Nixplay frames will meet any family-man’s gift list.

Photo Lover Dads
For fathers who can never get enough of pictures of their kids, this stylish frame is a absolutely perfect. Complete with a free mobile app that connects phone to frame, the entire family can send photos to dad from anywhere in the world. Dad can sit back and enjoy watching memorable photos roll across his frame in mere moments.

Organized Album Dads
Dad can upload photos, as well as connect to all his preferred platforms to access photos from Dropbox, Facebook, Google Photos, Instagram and Flickr.  From here he can view photos in one simple, convenient location. Our frames are ready to enjoy straight out of the box. Did we mention our frames include 10GB of free cloud storage? 

Gadget Dad
If you’re aiming for something compact that will fit on your dad’s desk, then the Nixplay Seed may just be the perfect fit. In sizes ranging from 7 inch, 8 inch and 10 inches, along with clock and calendar display, this frame is the perfect accessory for dad’s desk.

Adventure Dad
Have an outdoorsy father who loves spending time outdoors amongst Mother Nature? Go hiking, fishing or rowing with dad, snap photos of your memorable day, and complete each photo with captions you can easily add. Your photos will be uploaded and ready to enjoy when he returns home. 

Discover a new way to tell your family stories through photo sharing with WiFi Cloud Frames available through the Amazon US, Amazon UK, Amazon Canada, Amazon India and Amazon France.

Beatrice Bisais

Bea is Nixplay’s Social Media Manager. She enjoys drinking coffee, reading about wars, and writing stories. Send her a message at beatrice.bisais@nixplay.com.