You’ll never see them without a phone and a laptop at hand. Creative souls, content creators invest in their gadgets just as much as they do in their craft. For those friends who unleash their creativity on social media and other popular platforms, choose exciting gifts that help increase their productivity. Here are some great ideas!
Sony ZV-1 Digital Camera
The bread and butter of a vlogger are their video recording skills. That’s why an awesome tech gift would be this pocketable camera from Sony. The ZV-1 has the RX100 VII’s mic port and autofocus, and a bright 24-70mm f/1.8-2.8 lens in a lightweight body.
For a compact camera, it has a huge amount of depth, a built-in ND filter and of course, a flexible 3.0-inch touchscreen which shows the footage recorded in real time.
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ASUS TUF Dash 15
For content creators who need powerful workstations, either for video editing or for creating complicated graphics, the ASUS TUF Dash 15 is a great choice. You can count on the latest Intel i7 Gen 11 processor paired with Nvidia RTX 3000 GPUs.
The laptop has the feel and look of a military-grade laptop, with a rugged exterior and air vents on all sides. Graphics will look wonderful on the 1080p, 240Hz display with a 3ms response time.
How about sound? Since it’s critical in video editing, you’ll be happy to know this laptop comes with DTS:X Ultra, which ensures immersive audio and a smooth balance between crisp highs and detailed lows. Paired with external speakers, it will really help a content creator tune their audio tracks accordingly.
Here is our take on the laptop’s gaming performance!
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RALENO Softbox Photography Lighting Kit
One thing your content creator friends will need if they produce work at home is a set of great lights. This softbox lighting kit can be used for product and portrait photography as well as for live broadcasting.
It’s foldable to 27 inches and extends to 85 inches via an adjustment light stand. Made of a high quality aluminum alloy with 1/4 inch standard threaded tip, it should last a while. The sturdy locking system and locks will keep everything put and safe during use.
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Polk Reserve R600 Loudspeakers
Instead of waiting for the perfect gift, why not give yourself one? Those of you who are content creators know how much time you dedicate to your audience daily, so this holiday season, take care of yourself for a change!
Invest in loudspeakers that are high-performance and versatile and make sure you get a great movie or gaming experience. The R600 Reserve ones from Polk Audio can definitely do the job!
These ones are IMAX Enhanced-certified, which means they benefit from the heart-pounding, immersive DTS audio technology. Plus, they inherit the proprietary 1-inch Pinnacle Tweeter, Turbine Cone for smooth, detailed midrange and clean mid-bass technologies from the popular Legend series.
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Vanguard VEO3+263CP Carbon Fiber Tripod
This tripod is a sturdy piece, easy to set and which includes a tripod leg that can be converted in a monopod. This Vanguard model extends to 68.3 inches and can withstand a load capacity of 13 pounds.
The thing that we loved about it is its versatility. The tripod is completely flexible, moving almost 360° in any direction – this gives great creative freedom to the user – and can be used as a multi-mount with the included VEO+ MA1 Adaptor.
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DJI Pocket 2 Creator Combo with Wireless Mic
This is by far the smallest and lightest camera a vlogger could take with them on quick travels or around town. The Pocket 2 comes with a 1/1.7-inch sensor that delivers 64MP stills and 4K video, while a 20mm f/1.8 lens provides a wide, vivid cinematic look.
The 3-axis gimbal stabilization means it’s suitable for hikes and spontaneous runs, as well as after-sunset vlogs. The four mics ensure ample audio recording with software tweaks enhancing the sound depending on the camera’s direction.
With up to 140 minutes of battery life, users have enough time to shoot and also edit with the Pocket 2 AI editor tools, that help with transitions and music.
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DTS Sound Unbound App
More into streaming games than morning routines? Then, you need to check out this app!
DTS Sound Unbound is a Microsoft store app that will take your gaming experience to the next level. For a one-time fee of $19.99, you can give yourself this gift or to fellow streamers for an unparalleled audio gaming sesh.
DTS:X and DTS Headphone:X spatial audio technologies will bridge that final gap between you and your character, immersing you completely in the MOBA.
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Rode NT-USB-Mini USB Mic Bundle
Did your content creator friend decide to start a podcast or do more livestreams? Then, they need a serious mic!
Rode is among the best in the business and this bundle is compact as well as versatile. It includes a mini USB Rode mic with a built-in pop filter and headphone amplifier for clean and strong sound recording. It also comes with a magnetic desk stand that can be detached when it needs to be moved to a vertical stand.
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Stylus Pen for Touch Screens
A creative soul who is connected to the digital world would never turn down a smart pen.
This stylus doesn’t only look good but it’s compatible with all capacitive touch screen devices, from Apple iPad and iPhone, to Android tablets and phones. It comes with a 1.5mm fine tip for a fine and precise drawing.
But the best thing about it is that it doesn’t require pairing or installing an app to work. Instead, the user simply has to click on the top button to turn it on.
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Sensyne 10” Ring Light with 50” Extendable Tripod Stand
Finally, this ring light is a must-have for many content creators. If your dear ones are just starting to figure out their new venture, then it’s a chance they haven’t had time to buy one.
Surprise them his holiday season with a 10-inch ring light from Sensyne that comes with 3 light modes (cool white, warm yellow and daylight) and 10 brightness levels.
The tripod itself extends from 15.7 inches to 50 inches while the phone holder should be compatible with every phone on the market right now. Best of all, the gadget comes with a Bluetooth remote that takes selfies and group shots from a distance of up to 30 feet.
Sounds good?
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