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5 Holiday Gift Ideas for the Techy Who Has Everything

The holiday season has arrived and now is the perfect time to get a jump start on all of those gifts you need to buy. But what to get? The toughest person to shop for is the one who already has everything, especially gadget fanatics. We all know someone who pre-ordered the iPhone 6s months in advance and always has the latest tablet at their disposal. Thankfully, the tech world is constantly evolving and super cool products are always waiting to be unveiled. We picked our five favorite devices to make the holidays a snap, from a smart desk for the business techy to an electric unicycle for the urban eco-conscious techy.

Stay ahead of the game with the best tech of the season

IO Hawk Scooter

The IO Hawk Scooter has had a crazy year and chances are, you have seen plenty of celebrities rolling around on one. It may be a tough gadget to name-it's sort of like a sideways skateboard mixed with a Segway that has had its handlebars removed-but it prefers being called an intelligent mobility device. Available in white, black, yellow, blue and red, the $1,799 wheeled scooter responds to shifts in pressure. All you have to do is distribute your weight to move forward and back at a top speed of 6.2 mph. First-timers may look a little like unsteady gazelles learning to walk, but most people only need 10 minutes to get a hang of it.

BeoLab 90

If money is no option, the brand new, 300-pound, BeoLab 90 speaker will be the gift that everyone talks about year after year. Bang & Olufsen's 360-degree design is priced at $38,995 and has no obvious front or back. Each of its 18 drivers offer up to 8,200 watts and the design's Beam Direction/Width Control enables you to control where you want the audio to go.

August Smart Lock

Chances are, someone with the latest electronics wants more control over who is and isn't allowed in their home. The August Smart Lock has been around for a couple of years now, but it wasn't until recently that it really blew up-partly due to its updated compatibility with the Apple Watch. As the most useful and logical item on this list, the lock starts at $199 and allows one to control their front door remotely. It connects to your smartphone via Bluetooth so the lock will know when you approach your door, unlocking automatically. You are also able to give digital keys to others (revoking them whenever you wish) and the app will let you know when the person has entered your home. Hint: If you know someone who has rental properties, the August Smart Lock is an especially good gift idea.

Ninebot One

What's cooler than two wheels? One wheel, obviously. The $920 Ninebot One may look a little scary to ride, with its flip-down foot rests and ability to reach 13 mph, but chances are your techy friend doesn't have one yet. The electric gadget charges in less than four hours and features an iridescent lamp that runs around the exterior, which can be programmed via the accompanying app to glow different colors. An alarm system will let the rider know if they need to correct their balance or slow down, and training wheels can be added so that it can be mastered before ridden in public.

Stir Kinetic Desk M1

Giving someone a desk may not seem very exciting, but it is a completely different story when it's the $2,990 Stir Kinetic Desk M1. Sitting for prolonged periods is considered the new smoking, which is a huge issue for anyone who works in an office, but the M1 takes care of that by giving you the option of standing. A touchscreen allows you to input your stats and then the smart desk learns your preferences over time. When it's time for you to stand, the M1 will take a "breath," which means that it will gently rise an inch to get your attention and then allow you to choose whether you want to change position. You can even set daily goals and keep track of how many calories you're burning just by standing up.

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