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At the top of most wishlists, there sit a few dream gadgets: the latest wearable, a next-gen phone, a high-end camera. But, chances are the true tech lovers in your life have already found their perfect devices (after months of research, of course). That\u2019s why, this week, we\u2019re offering them a Technical Advantage<\/a> in the form of accessories that will better their tech, taking gadgets from standard-issue to one of a kind. Read on for four ways to keep them happy this holiday season.<\/p>\n

1. Personalize their gadgets<\/a> with custom covers<\/h3>\n
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\"Apple<\/a>

Apple Watch Gold Cover Case 42mm by iMotion<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Sanabelle<\/a>

Sanabelle Fitbit Flex Bracelet by Sanabelle<\/p><\/div>\n

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2. Get down and nerdy<\/a> with playful nods to their techie obsessions<\/h3>\n
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\"Webcam<\/a>

Webcam Cover “Konijntje” by eli5e<\/p><\/div>\n

<\/div>\n
\"Bitcoin<\/a>

Bitcoin Cufflinks by Cufflink Junkie<\/p><\/div>\n

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3. Share some clever lifehacks<\/a> they\u2019ve never tried<\/h3>\n
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\"Coin<\/a>

Coin Filter by OliveBird<\/p><\/div>\n

<\/div>\n
\"Clip<\/a>

Clip on vase by Aleksandar Dimitrov<\/p><\/div>\n

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4. Help them take their best shot<\/a> with 3D printed camera accessories<\/h3>\n
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\"Genghis<\/a>

Genghis Pattern – Premium Camera Hot Shoe by Designs by Genghis<\/p><\/div>\n

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\"M1X<\/a>

M1X PRO IPhone 6 & 6s GoPro Mount by Alton Newton<\/p><\/div>\n

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Find these and dozens more ways to keep tech lovers happy and inspired<\/a> this holiday season in our Holiday Gift Guide<\/a>. And, don\u2019t forget to make and share your own wishlists with everyone on your list this year.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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