Dads are natural geeks. They develop hobbies that become obsessions, and they love to talk about their latest toy. If the Dad in your life loves technology, we’ve compiled a list of the best toys on the market that are sure to get him all wired up.

Your Dad already has a Kindle, his iPad, a smartphone and a laptop or two – at least one of them is collecting dust on his desk right now. But, like a magpie, he still loves bright shiny things, and luckily for him there’s a wealth of geeky toys on the market that are bound to get his heart fluttering.

Headphones

Kill two birds with one stone with a pair of cool over-ear headphones that will appease the audiophile as well as the tech-head in the family. The best thing about this gift is that it means you don’t have to listen to his terrible taste in music.

Universal remote

If the coffee table is overflowing with remote controls for all the different components of audio-visual gear, surprise Dad with a universal remote that can operate up to eight devices from a single source. Let Dad be in charge of the TV again – now that’s a cool gift.

Web streaming device

A great idea for the Dad that loves tuning into his favourite TV shows. A web streaming device lets Dad stream TV straight from the internet, giving him access to all his favourite shows from Netflix, HBO and YouTube. There are a number of these devices on the market, but the simplest comes from Google Chrome and costs an easy $35. Pair it with a Netflix subscription in his name.

Laptop carry bag

It’s your job to keep the Dad in your life an odds on favourite in the fashion stakes. Keep him in the race with an uber-cool case for his laptop or iPad. From briefcase style to backpack, you can find a laptop case to suit every personality and occupation, and the range of tablet cases is limitless. Pair it with an iTunes gift card so he can stock up on all his favourite apps.

Soda maker

Remember those old fashion soda fountains? They’re back and cooler than ever. If your Dad loves mixing a drink or prefers to drink sparkling, not still, then put some fizz into Father’s Day with one of the new-gen soda fountains. From perfect soda water to sparkling OJ, these are a seriously addictive addition to the kitchen bench.

Tablet stylus

If your Dad is a doodler, a dreamer or a problem solver, get him a stylus to make doodling on his tablet or smartphone a joy. Equipped with Bluetooth capability, a stylus will enable these drawings, notes or doodles to be easily transferred to other devices and software. Perfect for the architect, list-maker, mathematician or artist in your family.

Fit band

For health-conscious Dads who love to flex their muscles, a fit band is an ideal way to help him keep in shape. While fit bands went global last year, the trend is continuing with lots of new models coming onto the market. Help Dad keep track of how many steps he’s making each day, how many calories he’s burning and even the hours that he is getting the best sleep. All fit bands have web tools to help Dad analyse his stats, which should keep him on his toes.