La Christmas is just around the corner, Santa Claus and the Magi are approaching, and Apple products are the gifts that these gentlemen are sure to hit.
To give you a little nudge, we've taken the liberty of listing Apple devices that can be the best christmas gift and accessories for those who do not seek so much to overshadow the other gifts, but to complete them (because the gift of a husband is not the same as that of a friend).
In this list we are going to gather the Apple devices more modern (relatively) and only those with which you can take the title to the best gift, of course, we also look through your pockets and we will try to adapt the best possible gift with the budget to match, although we cannot do miracles, and you know that much of Apple products usually require a considerable investment.
Without further ado, since both Santa Claus and the Three Wise Men must rush their time to be able to make their delivery on time, let's start with the list.
Give an iPhone as a gift
Without any doubt, the star gift. If the person to whom the gift is dedicated is someone very, very close, with whom we want to have a great gesture and we have a budget for it, an Apple device is a very good option (assuming that they like the brand).
The Apple device par excellence, the Apple smartphone is the gift that triumphs wherever it goes, and that is why we place it as the first on the list, giving an iPhone requires a considerable investment, although without a doubt it will leave the person who receives it very happy.
Choosing an iPhone, however, may be the counterpartThat is why I want to give you my personal recommendation as an experienced person on these devices and which is the ideal one.
First we must consider who is going to receive the gift, we must take into account the type of use that the device is going to make, the budget we have and predict in the long term if this person is likely to change terminals soon.
Having said that, the recommendations are as follows; If the person who receives it is a person who is going to make intensive use of the phone (eg 3D games, use of multiple applications at the same time, high-level photography, etc.), we must definitely choose the flagship, the iPhone 6s or 6s Plus depending on whether said person is from normal smartphones or phablets (large phones.
If the person is going to make intensive use like the one previously mentioned, but is susceptible to changing terminals soon, or we do not want to spend so much money, we can go for its predecessor, the iPhone 6 or 6 Plus, a smartphone that shares a design with the flagship and that will fully live up to expectations.
If the person is going to make normal or intensive use, but the budget is not enough the demanding prices of the apple, we can opt for the latest smartphone capable of withstanding such use, the iPhone 5s. This device will be able to cope with anything we throw at it, the problem comes from seeing that its screen is of a tight size in reference to its older brothers, otherwise it is a very very powerful device with a very decent camera and some features. in general worthy of a high-end.
Finally, if what we want is an iPhone for occasional use, social networks, messaging, web browsing, telephony, decent camera and others, we have the iPhone 5c, This device is an iPhone 5 inside which they have changed the case for a colorful plastic one, a youthful device that will withstand daily use without problems but will not be able to cope with the latest generation games that are yet to come. or manage many applications at the same time due to its somewhat limited specifications (considering that this phone has been on the market for 3 years).
Whatever model it is, my recommendation is also to always choose a 32GB model or higher, If you choose an 8GB model (where there are, like the iPhone 5c), you will find that you have purchased a device that does not allow you to install more than 4 applications and take a few photos and videos, the actual storage available to the user is barely 5 or 6 GB, which must be divided between apps, photos, videos, music and various uses of the system.
If you therefore choose a device of 32GB or more, the user should never worry about how much space he has available on his terminal, and if he does, he will have room to correct it by getting rid of what is not essential.
To buy - iPhone in the Apple Store - from € 509 to € 1.079
iPod Touch 6G
For those who an iPhone is too much, either because of expense or because they do not really believe that a smartphone is the right gift, the iPod Touch It is the perfect device to enter the Apple world, and in its latest generation it will more than meet any requirement.
This device, in its sixth generation, has some specifications almost identical to the iPhone 6, However, due to its 4 ″ screen (smaller than that of the iPhone 6), it achieves a higher graphic performance, despite the fact that both devices share the A8 chip, without a doubt an iPod Touch 6G will be at the height of the more modern 3D games and those to come, it also takes very decent photos and is able to manage several applications at the same time in a remarkable way, all this for a lower price than an iPhone 5cWhat is the downside then?
Without a doubt Apple has had to make cuts in its specifications for this price to be possible, hence this device NOT INCLUDED:
- TouchID fingerprint reader
- TrueTone Flash (has LED Flash)
- It is not possible to make or receive calls or sms, as well as to insert a SIM and establish a data connection.
However, the device has state-of-the-art WiFi and Bluetooth, which will allow you to establish an internet connection whenever a network is available, as well as the M8 coprocessor that will allow the iPod Touch to count steps, distance traveled and steps up / down.
The iPod Touch 6G is available in a wide variety of colors and is built with the same aluminum as its big brother, the iPhone 6, this makes it an economical but elegant device, powerful and resistant.
Apple TV, essential this Christmas
Apple TV 4 is the next generation of apple tv, this device has marked a before and after in its entire range, for the first time access to the AppStore is obtained to download applications and games, it has Siri, an A8 chip that will perform at its best with any next-generation game on a screen FullHD, access to iTunes, Netflix, YouTube, and a long list of streaming video services, without a doubt this inexpensive device can become the multimedia center and home entertainment with ease.
This device also includes a touch control full of sensors that allows you to play games that require movement as if it were a Wii, and supports the use of third-party MFi controls for greater comfort in more complex games, such as Disney Infinity or Galaxy On Fire 3.
To buy - Apple TV 4 - from € 179 to € 229
Give an Apple Watch
The Apple Watch is the perfect companion For those who have an iPhone 5 or higher and are or wish to be connected with the latest technology, the Apple Watch means having greater control over your productivity, being able to even make use of it to improve the healthy habits of your day to day and reducing the unnecessary use of your smartphone, taking it out of your pocket only and exclusively when necessary.
It is available in 2 sizes and 3 models, the Sport (cheaper), Watch (elegant and intermediate) and Watch Edition (affordable only for the most luxurious pockets), prices range from € 350 to € 12.000 for the Watch Edition 18 karat gold.
To buy - Apple Watch - from € 400 to € 11.000
MacBook, the mac par excellence
The MacBook may be another candidate for the perfect gift for this Christmas, this laptop opens up endless possibilities, it is a window to a new world, especially if that person has never owned a Mac.
With the latest generation MacBooks, performance is guaranteed, and with it you can enjoy video games and exclusive applications for OS X that will greatly improve user productivity, in addition, it is one of the best tools to learn to program and an essential tool to be able to create applications for iOS.
Buy MacBook - from € 999
Mac Mini
This version of the Mac is reduced to a minimum, a very capable and inexpensive desktop computerIt is the most energy efficient desktop you will find, a whole device in a housing slightly larger than that of an Apple TV.
How to Live Aligned with input device to the Mac world It is the best option, the negative aspects are that it does not include peripherals and that if we want it to be a powerful team we will have to choose the one with a minimum of € 800.
iPad
iIPad is a key gift Every year, a very powerful device (generally more than iPhones) at a much lower price, with high-quality screens and remarkable autonomy, iPads also stand out for their quality / price ratio, the cheapest we can buy is the iPad Mini 2, a device with an A7 chip (from high end) and retina screen that will provide us with a unique user experience, both for browsing and consuming multimedia content or enjoying the latest generation video games.
Conclusion
So far our list of Apple gifts, we hope you find your ideal gift among all the included variety and that you succeed in this holiday season.
If any of you have any kind of doubt about any of these products or if you do with one of them and want share your opinion with the rest, I invite you to do so in the comments, on the other hand you can also express your opinion about the products mentioned.