Last-minute gift ideas for the comfort-minded and tech-conscious [Deals]

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The days are ticking away until you’re expected to present that special someone in your life with a thoughtful gift. If you’re stressing out about what to get, or what you might end up paying, take a look at this list of awesome gifts available at a fraction of the usual price. From DIY electronics to bluetooth speakers and even world class socks, whoever you’re shopping for, we’ve got you covered.

iFlask: World’s First “Smart” Flask – 46% off

For anyone who hasn’t got time to visit a Genius Bar or any other kind of bar, the iFlask makes it possible to carry 5 oz of your favorite drink anywhere. The stainless steel flask is designed to look just like a smartphone, it’s as discreet as it gets. It even includes an emergency bottle opener and three disposable funnels, making it a truly clutch accessory.

Grab an iFlask for yourself or a loved one, they’re just $15.99 at Cult of Mac Deals.

72066637367891.iQzvJrUn9Ih1tUbopZYH_height640Complete Arduino Starter Kit and Course Bundle – 87% off

Ours is the age of the makers, and few things are as good for making stuff as Arduino hardware and software. This bundle covers the easy to use prototyping platform in four lessons: ARDX Arduino Starter Kit, Arduino Step-by-Step ‘Your Guide to the Internet of Things’ Course, Arduino ‘Make a Remote-Controlled Car’ Course, and Beginning Arduino ‘Make Your Own Environment Monitor System’ Course. Plus it comes with all the hardware needed to start building right away.

Get busy with Arduino for just $62.99 at Cult of Mac Deals.

493d76008895786187c7398679a817a0f59f0efd_main_hero_imageHappy Socks: Pay $39 for $60 of Site-Wide Credit – 35% off

Socks often offer a uniquely honest glimpse of someone’s personality. Now’s your chance to get the undergarments that speak to your or your loved ones’ inner colors, with a $60 credit to Happy Socks. Get 5 pairs of top quality socks with the credit, or mix and match items as you please. With male, female, and unisex options available in countless patterns, and colors, there’s something fit for anybody.

Knock your loved ones’ socks on for only $35 at Cult of Mac Deals.

9ba5cb3fd2ee6421159ac790d9244c66933e1bba_main_hero_imageSoundfreaq Pocket Kick Bluetooth Speaker – 40% off

With a pair of custom-engineered drivers and a passive radiator set between two open air grills, the Pocket Kick is built to rock in a pocket-sized package. Winner of an iLounge Best Of Year Award, it’s a bluetooth speaker that’ll keep kicking for over 10 hours, with top notch sound quality and frequency dynamics. Plus with a built in mic and full Bluetooth connectivity, it’ll retain all the functions you need from your mobile devices.

Put a Soundfreaq in your pocket for $59.99 at Cult of Mac Deals.

18db3fb9950d87f26fcc97576ac1262e526a64e2_main_hero_imageTitan Cable and Titan Loop Lightning Charger Bundle – 30% off

This pair of chargers were built to last. Like, forever. Double-sheathed in flexible steel, the MFi-certified Lightning and USB connector ends are fused and shielded to protect them from fray, and mold into any shape that’s convenient. The longer cable is an ideally indestructible charger for at-home use, while the tinier Titan can loop onto a belt buckle, backpack or anything else, making it perfect for on-the-go charging and data transfer.

Get this pair of impervious Lightning cables for $44.95 at Cult of Mac Deals.

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