Christmas is upon us again- a time to be joyful, merry and panic-buy presents! If you’re finding it hard to buy gifts for the gadget fan in your life try our handy guide below. We’ve found the best gadgets to give as Christmas gifts this year. 

• The Selfie Stick - The selfie craze isn’t going away any time soon, so if you know a selfie fan that just can’t resist posing in front of landscapes, tourist attractions or anywhere the mood strikes them, try the selfie stick. Perfect for getting the right angle and achieving that professional celeb-worthy selfie, the selfie stick comes in all sorts of colours and designs to suit any taste - even pink and glittery! You’ll be seeing a lot more of your friend or family member with this gift!

• The GoPro Hero4 - The ideal gift for a friend that likes to record videos on their mobile but can never get the camera angle right- it should be held horizontally- is the GroPro Hero4. The latest offering from GoPro, the Hero4 has a range of features that allow users create professional looking videos and photos whilst on the move. Including Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, the Hero4 is the best camera for easily capturing your adventures and instantly uploading them to the internet. 

• The Smartwatch - A recent development in the wearable tech market, smartwatches are set to be big this Christmas with designs available from Sony and Samsung (plus many more). Smartwatches are a brilliant way of receiving information from your phone direct to your wrist, such as text messages and email alerts. There are also a variety of apps that can be used on smartwatches including social networking apps, fitness trackers and note taking apps. 

• The Supertooth D4 - A portable speaker with bite, the Supertooth D4 is an extremely lightweight, Bluetooth speaker designed to be used on the go. Fully wireless and with a battery life of up to 12 hours, the D4 is great for music lovers and even has an NFC feature for instant pairing to mobile devices.

• Kingston DataTraveler microDuo 3.0 - With recent issues over data protection and cloud storage, the Kingston DataTraveler USB is the perfect present for those who prefer to store their images, videos and other mobile data on an alternative to the cloud. Available in 8GB, 16GB, 32GB and 64GB the micro USB allows users to quickly transfer data without having to connect to a PC. 

• SteelSeries Stratus Wireless Controller. For the mobile gamer this is the must-have gift of the year. The wireless, console-style controller works with any controller enabled game on the Apple app store and has a battery life of up to ten hours when fully charged. The SteelSeries Stratus Wireless Controller is currently only compatible with devices using iOS7. 

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The holiday season is fast approaching and with Christmas just around the corner, many of us are beginning to throw ourselves into Christmas dinner preparations, are coming to a conclusion on the ‘real or fake’ Christmas tree debate and are planning to kick start our Christmas shopping for friends and families. Christmas shopping can be costly, especially when you consider the amount of people to buy for and it all needing to be bought by December 25th; it can be a strain on the purse strings for many individuals. Luckily, there are many apps that are able to help by offering Christmas shopping discounts.

What Are The Best Apps for Christmas Shopping Discounts?

Who doesn’t love a good discount? Especially if it can save you money over the costly festive period. We take a look at some of the best apps for Christmas shopping discounts.

Redeemia - As one of the top apps available for Christmas shopping discounts, Redeemia is becoming a popular choice for many who are looking to save money on well known, high street brands. The app allows you to search for discounts by category and location, allowing users to find exactly what you want nearby; it boasts partners such as Lastminute.com, Red Letter Days, Debenhams and Miss Selfridge. Redeemia really does have something for everyone and discounts of up to 90% can be found.

Hot UK Deals - Hot UK Deals works slightly differently to Redeemia, but is just as effective at helping you secure Christmas shopping discounts. The app allows users to share discount codes and promotional tips that aren’t always advertised in store for places such as Argos, Amazon and PC World. Hot UK Deals allows users to search via product or specific shop and then send the discount via Facebook, Twitter or text message. This app is perfect for those who are looking for some daily hidden deals.

Groupon - One of the most popular and recognised discount apps available, and it is one of the best to use for Christmas shopping discounts. Groupon works by businesses and shops uploading their own discounts; and, unlike many other discount apps, is available to any business who wishes to promote an offer. This means you are likely to find many promotions for local businesses as well as larger, more established brands. Groupon is home to discounts of all categories including spa days, sports car experiences and even the more practical options such as home improvements. Groupon is the top choice of app for Christmas shopping discount if you are looking for fun experiences to buy for a loved one or for those hoping to purchase locally. 

Save Money With Christmas Shopping Discounts

Using the best apps for Christmas shopping discounts can help you to save bundles on presents. At Row.co.uk we want to help you save money and that is why we offer affordable mobile phone and gadget insurance. As a young and dynamic team we truly understand the importance of knowing your gadgets are in good hands; get a quote today! 

*The information in this blog is designed to provide helpful information on the subjects discussed. Please seek a professional for expert advice as we can not be held responsible for any damages or negative consequences upon following this information.