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9 Gifts That Are Sure to Impress

The Coolest Gifts to Give to That Special Someone

— December 21, 2015 — Special
We all have that friend with flair, the friend who everyone notices and who always looks so stylish and impeccably put together. The ability to promote trends and even begin some of their own is a very unique characteristic to have.

Incredibly, there is a trendsetter in you too — you just have to find it within yourself. Staying conscious of the latest styles is not an instinctive trait, but rather something that any one of us can cultivate. Whether you would like to always look fashionable or be ahead of the stylish cream of the crop, your chance is now.

Just in time for the holidays, we have compiled the coolest gifts to give to that someone special in your life. We’ve got you covered this year with the best gifts for every occasion. Check them out below.

1. TV Streaming Service
The 4th generation Apple TV has been completely remodeled. Using a new operating system known as tvOS, it’s the best, most seamless way to stream your favorite series like Game Of Thrones or Homeland. The jewel of the new Apple TV is the impeccable Glass Touch surface Siri remote. Just scroll your finger through the remote to bring up menus, adjust volume or jump between apps. Alternatively, you can ask Siri to play the latest releases or continue where you left off.

2. Coffee Table Photography Book
The Museum of Modern Art has one of the top collections of 20th-century photography in the world. Photography at MoMA contains work from twenty artists spanning fourteen countries and is an exceptional resource for understanding the modern photography today. This is a must have!

3. Telescope
It took a while but science is finally on the forefront of cool. The Anchormaster Telescope by Barka is great for looking closer at the galaxy but cost may be an issue in some households. It is a stylish addition to add to a living room, an office or the cottage. Its lightweight allows for easy transport onto the deck for the evening of searching through the stars.

4. 3D Printer
3D printing is outrageously fun and more affordable than ever. The ultimate community site for makers is MakerBot's Thingiverse. This design community is ultimately for discovering, creating and sharing 3D printable ideas. Everyone ought to be inspired to create 3D things, no matter your technical expertise.

5. Coffee Machine
A kitchen would not be complete unless is has a coffee machine. The Nespresso machine is guaranteed to become a statement in the kitchen with plenty of stylish designs to choose from. The best part, you can choose from an assortment of flavors and intricacies with each coffee pod, allowing a new taste and aroma every morning.

6. Robot Vacuum Cleaner
Admit it, we all despise vacuuming! The Hoover Expert Robot vacuum cleaner will help remove this annoying chore from your list. With a sleek, contemporary design and a customized remote control, this is a great gift for those who want to keep things tidy using minimal effort.

7. Gourmet Gift Basket
Everyone loves a gift basket and the Festive Cheer Holiday Hamper is the hottest one out right now. Filled with gourmet seafood and BBQ edibles, this holiday basket contains products you can savor year-round. A perfect gift for the foodie on your list.

8. WiFi Smart Scale
The Fitbit Aria scale is an excellent find for people into fitness! It will sync with your phone to keep track of weight, body fat percentage and BMI, allowing you to take control of your fitness regime and stay on track. It will also recognize multiple users so you can easily share this gadget with others. Available in black and white, these modern scales are ideal for any bathroom.

9. Modern Alarm Clock
Do you know someone on your list who wakes up exhausted and grumpy? The Lumie Bodyclock is the perfect way to wake up. The Lumie assists your morning rise gradually via its dawn simulator, which escalates natural light during a period of 30 minutes, allowing your body to wake up naturally.
Trend Themes
1. TV Streaming Service - The trend of streaming services like Apple TV presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the entertainment industry to create new and immersive viewing experiences.
2. Coffee Table Photography Book - The trend of curated photography books offers disruptive innovation opportunities for the publishing industry to showcase and promote modern photography.
3. Telescope - The trend of stylish and lightweight telescopes opens up disruptive innovation opportunities for the astronomy industry to make stargazing more accessible and enjoyable.
Industry Implications
1. 3D Printer - The 3D printing industry has disruptive innovation opportunities to revolutionize manufacturing and enable individuals to create their own products.
2. Coffee Machine - The coffee machine industry can leverage disruptive innovation opportunities to create stylish and customizable machines that provide unique flavors and aromas.
3. Robot Vacuum Cleaner - The home appliance industry can capitalize on the trend of robot vacuum cleaners to develop advanced and user-friendly cleaning devices that minimize effort and maximize efficiency.
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