Tech Guide’s 2023 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas – Day 5: Gaming

It’s Day 5 of Tech Guide’s 2023 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas which is designed to help you find the right gift for your family and friends.

Today is Day 5 and we’re talking about all things gaming and accessories.

Here are Tech Guide’s 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas:

Day 1: Cameras

Day 2: Smartphones

Day 3: Wearables/smartwatches

Day 4: Headphones/speakers

DAY 5: Gaming

DAY 6: Tablets/e-readers

DAY 7: Drones/Gadgets

DAY 8: Smart/IoT devices

DAY 9: In-car gadgets

DAY 10: TVs/Blu-Ray/4K

DAY 11: Appliances

DAY 12: Computers

DAY 5: GAMING

SONY PLAYSTATION 5 SLIM – $799

Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced a new slim-line PS5 console will go on sale on December 6 with pre-orders kicking off today.

The new PlayStation 5 has a smaller and slimmer design but packs the same power as the original model and includes 1TB of storage for the PS5 and PS5 digital edition.

This new model also makes it possible to add an Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive to the PS5 digital edition.

Sony created the new form factor to provide players with more flexibility and choice while at the same time ensuring the same technology was being offered despite the smaller housing.

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PANASONIC SOUNDSLAYER WEARABLE SPEAKER

Panasonic has released its latest SoundSlayer wearable speaker that can deliver an exciting audio experience while playing your favourite games.

The GNW10 SoundSlayer is the newest version of the SoundSlayer speaker released last year.

The lightweight speaker is worn around your neck and places four 38mm speakers right below your ears to add even more realism to your game.

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QUEST 3 – $799

The Quest 3 headset is powered by the Snapdragon XR2 from Qualcomm to give it enough power to run the latest graphics intensive games including Asgard’s Wrath II and Assassin’s Creed Nexus.

The new headset will allow user to play games, exercise and stream content in 4K and immersive 3D audio.

The new Touch Plus controllers have also been redesigned with a more streamlined look and now offer haptic feedback.

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LASER LED PC Gaming Bundle – $89

This PC Gaming Combo from Laser has all the essentials you need to get started on your computer gaming journey. The bundle features a full-sized RGB Gaming Keyboard with RGB backlighting, a six button mouse to configure your games with your most used commands, RGB Mouse Pad with 13 different lighting modes and a headset with microphone. The built-in boom microphone on the headset comes in handy when gaming online or during applications which require voice-chat. Available from Big W.

SAMSUNG NEO G9 57-INCH GAMING MONITOR – $3,199

Samsung has just unveiled the Odyssey Neo G9 – a monstrous 57-inch gaming monitor that’s the world’s first dual UHD display – to take your gaming experience to all new heights.

The Odyssey Neo G9 (C95NC) has 1000R curvature in the 32:9 screen which is just as wide as two 32-inch monitors.

It is the world’s first DUHD (dual ultra high definition) screen so users can enjoy pin sharp picture quality and wide wrap-around field of view.

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BACKBONE ONE PLAYSTATION EDITION FOR ANDROID – $179

Sony and Backbone have joined forces to unveil the Android version of its popular BackBone One PlayStation Edition Mobile Gaming Controller.

The controller has been available for iPhone since last year, but finally Android users will be able to enjoy mobile gaming with the device on the move.

The controller was created in collaboration with PlayStation and looks just like the PS5 DualSense wireless controller right down to the button design, colour, material and finish.

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ASUS ROG ALLY – $1,299

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) Ally is a powerful portable gaming system running Windows 11 that’s powered by the all-new AMD Ryzen processor.

The ROG Ally brings powerful gaming into the palm of your hands to enjoy anywhere.

The device features a bright 7-inch 120Hz full high definition display and all the physical controls you’d find on a regular gaming controller.

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PLAYSTATION DUALSENSE EDGE WIRELESS CONTROLLER – $339.95

If you want to get serious about your gaming on the Sony PlayStation 5 then you need the new DualSense Edge wireless controller which can take players to the next level.

It’s appropriately called Edge because that’s precisely what it can give you – the edge over your opponents which can make the difference between winning and losing.

The added controls and settings can make you a more efficient player to provide that little bit extra over and above your skills and reflexes.

And you can personalise the controls and triggers to suit your own preferences and to better fit the game you’re playing.

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LEGO 2K DRIVE: AWESOME EDITION – $149.95

Rev your engines for a high-speed adventure in LEGO 2K Drive, the perfect Christmas gift for LEGO and racing fans of all ages. Create custom LEGO vehicles to race or complete challenges across a vibrant and playful open world. The robust co-op mode also allows the entire family to get behind the wheel for thrilling multiplayer action!

Logitech G PRO X TKL Gaming Keyboard – $369.95
Logitech G PRO X SUPERLIGHT 2 Gaming Mouse – $299.95
Logitech G PRO X 2 LIGHTSPEED Gaming Headset – $449.95

Upgrade your gaming prowess this festive season with the Logitech G PRO X Suite. The G PRO TKL Gaming Keyboard, engineered for elite play, pairs seamlessly with the SUPERLIGHT 2 Gaming Mouse, boasting LIGHTFORCE switches and a HERO 2 sensor. Complete the trifecta with the G PRO X 2 LIGHTSPEED Gaming Headset, designed in collaboration with pros, offering 50mm graphene drivers for superior audio.