I’m a gadget-loving dad. Here are 6 great Father’s Day gifts I’m showing off live on TV

Xgimi, JBL, Bird Buddy, Shark, Anker, Typhur Father's Day gifts — (Image credit: Xgimi / JBL / Bird Buddy / Shark / Anker / Typhur / Edited by Gemini)

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For the grilling dad
For the movie loving dad
For the overheating dad
For the nature dad
For the constantly recharging dad
For the music loving dad

There are all different types of dads out there, so how do you know what to get him for Father’s Day in 2026? I’m here to help with great recommendations no matter what your pop is into, whether it’s watching movies outside with the family, grilling up a feast on the weekends or just rocking out with some tunes by the pool.

I’ve been covering tech for over 20 years, so I know a thing or two about gadgets. In fact, all of these items made the cut for a TV appearance I’m making on Fox 5’s Good Day New York. So whether your dad is looking to cool off this summer, get closer to nature or just keep all of his other gadgets full of juice, you’ve come to the right place.

For the grilling dad

For the movie loving dad

For the overheating dad

For the nature dad

I had no idea how many different types of birds were around me until I started using the Birdbuddy Bird Feeder Pro. This smart bird feeder has a built-in camera that records sharp 2K footage when your feathered friends swing by for a snack, and it leverages AI to identify birds on the (ahem) fly. So far, I’ve seen everything from house finches and northern cardinals to blue jays. Plus, you can sign up for a premium subscription so other family members can get alerts and view the footage from anywhere.

For the constantly recharging dad

For the music loving dad

Mark Spoonauer is the global editor in chief of Tom's Guide and has covered technology for over 20 years. In addition to overseeing the direction of Tom's Guide, Mark specializes in covering all things mobile, having reviewed dozens of smartphones and other gadgets. He has spoken at key industry events and appears regularly on TV to discuss the latest trends, including Cheddar, Fox Business and other outlets. Mark was previously editor in chief of Laptop Mag, and his work has appeared in Wired, Popular Science and Inc. Follow him on Twitter at @mspoonauer.