Father's Day 2025: Smartphones, speakers, earbuds and more gadgets from Samsung, Apple, OnePlus, Sony and other brands that you can gift
Father's Day
is today, June 15, and if you're looking for the perfect gift that's both thoughtful and useful, tech gadgets are a great choice. Whether your dad is a music lover, a fitness enthusiast, or someone who simply appreciates a good smartphone, there's something for everyone in the world of tech this year.
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From premium earbuds and smartwatches to budget-friendly smartphones and powerful Bluetooth speakers, brands like
, Apple,
, Realme, and others have a wide range of products that make for ideal Father's Day gifts.
To help you pick the right one, we've curated a list of the best gadgets to gift your dad in 2025 — devices that combine style, performance, and everyday utility. So skip the usual shirt or wallet this year, and surprise him with a gift he'll actually use (and thank you for!).
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
is the company's slimmest phone. The smartphone debuted recently with a 6.7-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2, housed within a titanium frame that weighs only 163 grams. The handset has a 200MP wide-angle camera that delivers 40% improved brightness in low-light conditions compared to previous models. The S25 Edge includes a 12MP ultra-wide sensor with autofocus for macro photography and benefits from Samsung's ProVisual Engine with AI-powered editing features like Audio Eraser and Drawing Assist.
The Galaxy S25 Edge is available in Titanium Silver and Titanium Jetblack colors, priced at Rs 1,09,999 onwards.
Apple Watch Series 10
Apple Watch Series 10
is the thinnest Apple Watch yet. It offers the biggest and most advanced display. The smartwatch also features new sleep apnea notifications; faster charging; water depth and temperature sensing; plus new health and fitness insights and intelligence in watchOS 11.
Apple Watch Series 10 sports an Always-On Retina OLED display with up to 2000 nits of peak brightness levels.
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The smartwatch comes in two different sizes — 46mm and 42mm. Price of the smartwatch starts at Rs 46,900 for the Aluminium (GPS) 42mm model, and goes up to Rs 89,900 for Titanium (GPS and Cellular) 46mm variant with Milanese Loop.
OnePlus 13s
OnePlus 13s is the company's latest offering and is claimed to be OnePlus' compact phone yet. The handset boasts of features like Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform, innovative S-structure design with 4400mm² vapor chamber cooling and an all-new Plus Key replacing the alert slider.
OnePlus has also incorporated a host of AI-powered features on OnePlus 13s like AI Call Assistant, Gemini's live camera and screen sharing conversations and more. The handset is equipped with a triple camera sensor on the back featuring a 50MP main camera. On the front, the phone has a 32MP camera for selfies.
OnePlus 13s comes with a starting price of Rs 54,999 and is offered in Green Silk, Pink Satin and Black Velvet colour variants.
Realme P3 Ultra
Realme P3 Ultra
comes in three variants — 8GB+128GB, 8GB+256GB and 12GB+256GB priced at Rs 26,999, Rs 27,999 and Rs 29,999 respectively. Glowing Lunar White, Neptune Blue and Orion Red are the colour variants of the phone. The handset is equipped with a 6.83-inch curved AMOLED display and is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 8350 chipset.
Realme P3 Ultra sports a dual rear camera with 50MP main sensor and 8MP ultra-wide camera with f/2.2 aperture.
Front is home to a 16MP front camera with f/2.45 aperture. The smartphone comes equipped with an in-display fingerprint sensor and the IP66+IP68+IP69 rating makes the smartphone resistant to dust and water.
HP EliteBook 8 G1i
If your dad is always on the move — from business trips to back-to-back meetings — the HP EliteBook 8 G1i could be the perfect gift this Father's Day. It features a slim and lightweight design, making it easy to carry, while still packing in strong performance.
Whether he's working from an airport lounge or attending virtual meetings from a hotel room, this laptop helps him stay productive and connected. With built-in AI tools and smart features, it's designed for professionals who need reliable performance on the go. The HP EliteBook 8 G1i starts at Rs 1,46,622, and is available at HP World Stores and the HP Online Store.
Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA403)
The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA403) is built for dads who use their laptop for both gaming and multitasking.
It runs on up to an AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070Ti GPU, offering strong performance across tasks. The laptop features a 14-inch 3K OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, suitable for both work and entertainment.
It weighs 1.5kg and comes with up to 32GB RAM, 2TB SSD, and multiple ports including HDMI 2.1 and USB 4. The Slash Lighting feature on the lid adds a personal touch. The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 is priced at Rs 1,84,990.
Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 8 soundbar
The Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 8 is a soundbar that can upgrade any TV setup. It supports 360 Spatial Sound Mapping and Dolby Atmos, creating a theatre-like experience at home. Whether your dad is watching movies or streaming shows, the soundbar delivers clear dialogue and strong bass. It's a good pick for those who enjoy high-quality sound.
Another Sony product is the Sony ZV-E10 II – a compact and lightweight vlog camera that delivers professional-quality results.
Whether it's family gatherings, weekend adventures, or everyday milestones, this camera is built for portability without compromising on performance. Powered by the latest BIONZ XR image processing engine, it captures stunning detail and clarity—making it the perfect gift to help Dad preserve memories in vibrant, lifelike quality.
Sennheiser Momentum 4 wireless earbuds
Offered in Black, White and graphite colour variants, this headphone is a perfect gift for your music loving dad.
The headphone carries a price tag of Rs 24,990. The device comes equipped with Adaptive Noise Cancellation and also has a Transparency Mode. It is claimed to offer features like customizable sound, crystal-clear calls and can offer up to 60 hours battery life on every full charge.
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