Last-minute tech gifts for your geeky friends this Diwali

Your smartphone is looking lonely over there. Since it is the festive season, why not gift yourself and your smartphone a little something. We have reviewed some cool new accessories. We have got you covered whether you are into music, movies or photography, or even if you need to stay connected to work.

Sennheiser CX 7.00BT
Rs 11,990



Sennheiser seems to be shifting focus from the large, aroundthe-ear headphones to these sleek, lightweight neckband-style wireless headphones. Once it is around your neck, you will forget it is there. It has the usual Bluetooth 4.1 and NFC for easier pairing (when supported by the phone) but the more interesting bit is Qualcomm AptX certification. This guarantees a superior audio performance with all kinds of sources. The CX 7.00BT can connect with two devices simultaneously and has a built-in microphone for voice calls. The neckband also has space for a larger battery than usual so it's good for 10 hours. It charges via micro USB so you can always plug in a battery pack and get a full charge in 1.5 hours.

Samsung Level Active
Rs 4,999



Built for the active user, Samsung's Level Active is a set of lightweight Bluetooth headphones with an in-line remote and behind-the-neck design. You won't have to worry about drenching these in perspiration either — the special nano coating protects it from splashes of liquid. The box includes earhooks, wingtips and eartips in different sizes so that you can find the right fit. It can fold into a very tight space and once worn, they stay put securely. The pod on the right has volume controls and a multi-function button that works as play/pause if you are listening to music and answer/end if you get a call. In case you are wondering, these minuscule headphones will last you over 5 hours of continuous talktime or music playback.

Chilli Mobile K188
Rs 1,190



What you're looking at is the world's first fidget spinner mobile phone. Yes — the same, insanely popular toy that's good at relieving stress (or driving you crazy) has been made into a mobile phone. Made by Hong Kongbased Chilli Mobile, it's about the size and weight of a fidget spinner! It's a feature phone with a 1-inch (128 x 96 p) colour display, 32MB RAM, 32MB storage, backlit keyboard, SMS and Bluetooth. A back panels pops off to reveal the removable 280mAh battery, SIM slot and micro SD slot. But wait, there's one more party trick. It can also be a Bluetooth headset, meaning you can pair it with your existing phone and take calls on it without adding a SIM. You need to buy this just for the novelty factor.

Flintstop WiFi Projector
Rs 6,999



Yes, it's possible to get a 130-inch screen from something that fits in the palm of your hand! Unlike the large home/office projectors that use mercury halide lamps, this one uses an LED light source. That means there are no recurring costs. On the flipside, it won't be as bright, and brightness sharply dips as you move away to get a larger screen. Probably a 40-inch screen is the sweet spot between clarity, brightness and size. It has AirPlay, Miracast and DLNA support so you can wirelessly throw anything from any device. You can also play something using HDMI/MHL, SD card, standard AV input or from a USB flash drive. There's only a tiny built-in speaker, so connect a set of larger speakers via the 3.5mm audio out. It's the perfect, inexpensive way to take your movie outdoors.

Stuffcool Marvel Cables
Rs 599 onwards



Movie and comic book nerds are a different species. They get excited at the mere mention of their favourite superheroes. Which is why it makes sense for Stuffcool to launch this special series of USB C and micro USB cables. These are officially licensed by Marvel — not cheap knock-offs that you find in computer markets. And as you can expect, the quality shines through as well. The painted housings at both ends are made of aluminium while the cable itself is tangle-free and nylon-braided in the official colours (Hulk green, Spiderman red-blue-white and so on). You also get a soft carry case with each pair, again emblazoned with the matching motif. Each cable will be shipped to you in a sturdy tin – which will itself be prized by the comic/movie fans.