Rocket Reporter Holiday Gift Guide

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Long ago, many in the world decreed that the end of the calendar year should be a time to give people gifts. Some partake in this tradition with Christmas gifts, gifts for Hanukkah, Festivus, or even Oatmeal Muffin Day (December 20th, don’t forget). Some celebrate via white elephant parties, family gatherings, or just because so many things were on sale on Amazon so why not? Whether you need something big for your best friends, meaningful for your mom, lavish for yourself, or a cheap $20 whatever for a distant Facebook buddy who sent you a gift card, the Rocket Reporter is here to help. Enjoy!

Etch A Sketch – $25.95

It’s not easy or fun to draw things on an Etch A Sketch, but you can be rid of your hideous work in one second with a vigorous shake! This classic toy will take you back in time to the long afternoons in your grandma’s basement.

NES Classic Edition – $59.99

Nintendo is bringing us back to the ’80s with the NES Classic, a miniature version of the NES that adds HDMI support and includes 30 of the best games ever released on the original console built right in.

GoPro Hero 5 Black or Session – $299

When it comes to action cameras, GoPro is the name to beat, and it’s latest Hero 5 models are no exception. Whether you go with the flagship Hero 5 Black or the smaller Hero 5 Session, you will get voice commands to control the camera, 4K video at 30fps, and up to 33 feet of waterproofing for recording your next adventure.

UE Boom 2 – $158

Bluetooth speakers can help make even the dullest holiday party or family get-together fun. And the UE Boom 2 is the best Bluetooth speaker you can buy.

Beats Solo3 – $299.95

The first version of the Beats Solo wireless headphones released since Apple’s acquisition, the Beats Solo3 offer 40 hours of playback and are some of the first headphones to ship with Apple’s new W1 chip for reliable wireless audio.

Anker PowerCore 20100 – $39.99

The simplest solution to combat short battery life on your mobile devices is more batteries. The Anker PowerCore fits a 20100mAh battery and 2 USB ports in a portable package, making sure you will have plenty of power for all your gear on the go.

DJI Mavi Pro – $999.00

This is the first drone that packs all the high-end features you want on a flying camera into a portable package that you can easily slip into your backpack or purse.

Apple MacBook Pro – $1,799.00

Apple’s new MacBook Pro has a crazy new Touch Bar instead of function keys, a slimmer design, and the most powerful hardware ever put into an Apple laptop.

Happy holidays!