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Tech lovers like to stay on the cutting edge. But, traditional mass-produced devices have their limitations. The truly gadget-obsessed require unique accessories and modifications to take their tech to the next level. Thankfully, Shapeways offers hundreds of gifts<\/a> that can personalize, modify, and improve almost any popular gadget. This week, as we focus on ways to give everyone a Technical Advantage<\/a>, we\u2019re taking a closer look at five clever add-on gifts for your tech-obsessed friends.<\/p>\n

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1. Anchor Their AirPods<\/h3>\n
\"EarPod<\/a>

EarPod attachments for active people by Amznfx<\/p><\/div>\n

When Apple announced those indispensable accessories for the iPhone 7, wireless AirPods, opinion was split on whether it\u2019s possible to avoid losing the tiny devices. Shapeways designer Fernando Sosa decided to turn that issue on its head with his EarPod Attachments for Active People<\/a>. Help your favorite Apple-lovers hold onto their AirPods with these handy accessories.<\/p>\n

2. Make Their Fitbit Wearable Anywhere<\/h3>\n
\"Lucas<\/a>

Lucas slide for Fitbit Flex by bytten<\/p><\/div>\n

Designer Bytten has some brilliant ideas on how to make the FitBit more useful. This piece<\/a>, designed by Lucas Goossens, takes inspiration from computer circuitry to create a cover that takes your tracker from fitness tool to fashion statement.<\/p>\n

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3. Help Them Track Their Tracker<\/h3>\n
\"Wallet<\/a>

Wallet for Tile (Tracking Device) by Dearborn 3D Design<\/p><\/div>\n

The Tile is an ingenious tracker for your most important items, but\u2026 how to keep track of the Tile itself (if you want to keep tabs on something other than keys)? This Tile-compatible wallet<\/a> solves that problem, while providing an efficient, compact place for your money and cards.<\/p>\n

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4. Keep Their GoPro’s Vision Sharp<\/h3>\n
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\"Lens<\/a>

Lens Cover for GoPro by 3dprintingdog<\/p><\/div>\n

GoPro has given us a technology that can go anywhere \u2014 but its curved lens can lead to scratches that can ruin the view. This\u00a0customizable GoPro-compatible lens cover<\/a>\u00a0will help your adventure-loving friends protect their cameras while leaving their mark.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

5. Give Their Photography a Boost<\/h3>\n
\"Bounce<\/a>

Bounce Buddy – Bouncer for the internal flash! by Wile’s Wonderbox<\/p><\/div>\n

The Bounce Buddy<\/a> diffuses the harsh light of a camera\u2019s flash, creating a perfectly soft look for those times when only a flash will do. This allows shutterbugs to leave the external flash at home and still capture the moment.<\/p>\n

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For even more ways to help your giftees better their tech, check out the Technical Advantage<\/a> collections in our Holiday Gift Guide<\/a>. And, let us know in the comments how you would modify your favorite devices with 3D printing.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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