The 12 must-have tech gifts of 2016 12個2016不能沒有的科技禮物（上）

1.Google Home（谷歌家庭語音助理）




We get it. Everyone wants an iPhone 7, a 4K TV and a new laptop.
我們知道，每個人都想要一支iPhone 7、一台4K電視和一台新的筆電。
At least according to the Consumer Technology Association, which says those items are the year's most sought after.
至少根據消費者科技協會(CTA)表示這些項目是年度最熱門搜尋項目。
But the coolest and most buzz-worthy products don't quite fit into those buckets.
但是最酷最吸睛的產品跟一般人們想要的東西有點不太一樣。
From PlayStation VR and Nintendo's mini console to gorgeous connected watches from Kate Spade and Emporio Armani, here are our top picks of 2016.
從PlayStation虛擬實境跟任天堂的迷你遊戲機到品牌凱特絲蓓和安普里奧阿瑪尼的炫麗連線手錶，這些是我們2016的精選項目。

 Amazon's Dot made our top tech gifts under $100 list, but Google's new smart home speaker, appropriately called Google Home, missed the cutoff with its $129 price tag.
Amazon家庭小精靈Dot進入了我們預算一百美元的科技禮物排行榜，但是Google新型的智慧家庭音響（稱它為Google Home比較恰當），超出了100美元的限制，價錢為129美元。

 The smart home hub is a hit among Android users, despite some early adoption hiccups. Similar to the Echo ($180) and Dot ($49), it reads you the news, answers your questions ("how many teaspoons are in a half a cup of flour"), plays music and controls your smart devices.
這款智能家居中心在Android用戶中相當熱門，儘管有些早期相容性的問題，與要價180美元的Echo與49美元的Dot相似，它可以為你讀新聞、回答你的問題（半杯麵粉是幾茶匙？）、播音樂，並控制你的智慧裝置。

 Amazon might have a head start on the space -- with rich integrations with Uber, Spotify and Nest -- but Google is storing decades of search data that will likely give Home a leg up soon.
Amazon可能會在空間上領先 – 透過完善整合叫車軟體Uber、音樂軟體Spotify和物聯網技術Nest – 但Google儲存了數十年的搜尋資料，很有可能讓Google Home大大提升。

2.FujiFilm smart photo printer（富士印相機）



You're probably hoarding thousands of photos on your phone's camera. But FujiFilm's SP-2 printer reminds you that physical photos are pretty rad and cranks them out in just 10 seconds.
你有可能儲藏了數千張照片在你的手機相機裡，但富士印相機可以讓你回憶起實體相片的美麗，而且可以在10秒內印出它們。
The SP-2 syncs up to your mobile device and works alongside an app that lets you edit, add filters and create collages, before sending it to the mini printer.
這台SP-2可以同步到你的行動裝置，並能與app連結，讓你能在傳到迷你印表機之前編輯、增加濾鏡，並讓你拼貼。
The device, available in silver and gold, is typically priced at $200, but it's currently listed on Amazon for $150.
這台小機器推出了銀色與金色，市價為200美元，但目前在亞馬遜售價為150美元。

3.NES Classic Edition（迷你版NES主機）


The NES Classic Edition is perhaps the most hyped gift of the season.
NES經典版主機或許是這個季節最讓人興奮的禮物了。

 Nearly three decades after its launch, Nintendo has stuffed 30 of its classic games -- from Mario Bros. and Legends of Zelda to Pac-Man and Castlevania -- into one mini console. The USB-powered system serves them up in a Netflix-style menu that makes it easy for scrolling. It comes with one controller -- the second is sold separately ($10).
在他上市將近三十年後，任天堂在裡面放了三十款NES經典遊戲，從瑪莉兄弟、薩爾達傳說到小精靈與惡魔城 – 全都放進一台迷你型遊戲機，用USB就能充電的系統，讓它們能像網飛(Netflix)式的選單，更容易滾動操作，它只有一個遙控器 – 想要第二支遙控器單獨售價為10美元。

 The bad news is it's nearly impossible to track down a retailer with one in stock. Companies like Walmart (through a third-party provider) and eBay have it available but at markups as high as $500. Some merchants say they're getting new shipments in soon.
壞消息是它已經幾乎查不到哪裡有貨了，像是沃爾瑪（夠過第三方供應商）的公司和eBay都還買得到，但售價至500美元之高，有些商家表示他們很快就會再進新貨。

4.Smartwatch hybrids （混合智能手錶）


The Apple Watch is the obvious wearable to give this year, especially now that its first-generation model is $269.
Apple Watch是今年送穿戴裝置禮物的代表，尤其是第一代只要269美元。

 But it's not the only watch worth giving. Brands like Emporio Armani, Kate Spade New York, Michael Kors, Diesel and Chaps have new "smartwatch hybrids" that look and feel like traditional analog watches but do much more.
但這並不是唯一值得送的手錶，像是Emporio Armani、Kate Spade New York、Michael Kors、Diesel及Chaps等品牌皆有看起來像傳統手錶，但有更多功能的「混合型智能手錶」。

 They count your steps, monitor your sleep and push notifications (via buzzes and subtle lights) to your wrist. While hybrids don't have typical smartwatch displays -- you'll need to open an app to see activity data -- it blends smart touches with a classic design. And it looks way nicer than a Fitbit. Kate Spade's scallop-hinged bangle ($128) also doubles as a tracker.
它們可以在你的手腕上，記你走的步數、監測你的睡眠、推播消息（透過震動及微微的光線）然而混合型手錶並沒有像典型智慧手錶有顯示螢幕 – 你需要打開app才能看到活動數據 – 它混合了智慧手錶跟經典設計，而且他看起來比Fitbit智慧錶好看多了，Kate Spade的扇貝鉸鏈手鐲（128美元）同時也兼有一台智慧型健身裝置的功能。

 Prices are reasonable, too -- they range from $160 (Chaps) to $395 for Armani's connection edition. Considering a traditional Armani watch can cost close to $1,000, the smart version is a steal.
價格也合理 – 價格範圍從180美元（品牌Chaps推出）到Armani的聯名款的395美元，考慮到傳統的Armani手錶要價將近1000美元，智慧型版本就像便宜貨。

5.Wireless headphones （無線耳機）


When Apple did away with the headphone jack on its iPhone 7 models, wireless headphones became hotter and more relevant than ever. Our pick of the season is the Bose Quiet Comfort model -- a pricey but durable pair for $350.
當蘋果公司把iPhone 7上的耳機孔移除時，無線耳機就比過去更熱門且實用，這一季我們挑出了品牌Bose的QuietComfort型號 – 一款便宜但耐用的耳機，售價350美元。

 The noise-cancelling set works with Bluetooth to take calls and listen to music. For more on how to find the best wireless headphones for you or someone you know, check out our roundup.
用藍芽可以把電話跟聽音樂的聲音關掉，想看更多如何為自己或你認識的某人找到最棒的藍牙耳機，收看我們整理的報導！

6.PlayStation VR （PlayStation虛擬實境）


It's hard to shop for gamers, but PlayStation VR is a no-brainer gift for someone who already owns a PlayStation 4. Considering virtual reality headsets can cost thousands, PlayStation VR is moderately priced at $399.
對遊戲玩家來說很難購物，但PlayStation虛擬實境對已經擁有PlayStation 4的人來說，是一個不用費心思考的禮物，考慮到虛擬實經頭盔可能要上千美元，PlayStation虛擬實境有一個適中的價格。要價399美元。

 The device transports users into immersive game experiences -- for example, the Eagle Flight game ($40) takes you soaring through an abandoned Paris, while Batman: Arkham VR ($20) is all about analyzing crimes and hanging out in the Batcave.

這個裝置使使用者進入一個身臨其境的體驗 – 舉例來說，遊戲《獵鷹翱翔》（40美元）帶你滑翔於廢棄的巴黎城鎮，而《蝙蝠俠：阿卡漢虛擬實境》（20美元）是關於分析犯罪並在蝙蝠洞內探險的遊戲。

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