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Gear Diary’s 2018 Mother’s Day Gift Guide

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Mother’s Day is coming up sooner than you think, and if you’ve been racking your brain for some great gifts that think outside of the jewelry, flowers, and candy box, we’ve got you covered. Whether you need to stick to a budget or the sky’s the limit, there is something for everyone.

Gear Diary's 2018 Mother's Day Gift Guide

Huawei Mate 10 Pro

Gear Diary's 2018 Mother's Day Gift Guide

Mom is busy, and she needs a phone that can keep up with her. The $764.99 Huawei Mate 10 Pro has great battery life, and excellent camera, a glorious display, it’s water-resistant, and it’s smart. Because of its AI-Powered NPU, the Mate 10 Pro can The AI learn from a user’s behavior and adapt to it.  Whether the Mate 10 Pro is paying attention to how mom uses her phone to adjust its own settings for the best possible battery life or recognizing when she’s photographing kids at play or a delicious dinner, the Mate 10 Pro is smart enough to make life easier for mom. Now through May 19th, you can purchase the Mate 10 Pro for $649.99 ($150 off); as part of the promo, consumers can purchase the Mocha Brown version exclusively from Amazon.

RapidX Ferrino Desk Chair

Gear Diary's 2018 Mother's Day Gift Guide

If mom spends a lot of time sitting at her desk and she doesn’t already have a comfortable and ergonomic chair, you can’t go wrong with the $349.99 RapidX Ferrino Desk Chair. Priced at a fraction of what other high-quality desk chairs can sell for, the RapidX is fully adjustable, comfortable, and attractive. Available in six color combinations, there is sure to be one that she will love.

Misen 10″ Stainless Steel Skillet

Gear Diary's 2018 Mother's Day Gift Guide

True story: Every time my mom comes over for dinner and sees that I am still using our set of aluminum cookware, she shudders. She’s told me for years that we should move to stainless steel when not using cast iron. While I think her science is off about why aluminum isn’t great, there’s no denying that the $65 Misen 10″ skillet is nicer and more substantial than the expensive aluminum stuff we’ve got. Made of 30mm 5-ply steel and aluminum for better heat conductivity and retention, at almost 3 pounds the Misen skillet is extremely stout and well made. Granted, it takes a little while to get used to using a “stick” skillet (as opposed to a nasty non-stick Teflon coated skillet, if that’s what you’re moving up from), but this is a pan that will serve mom well and last her a lifetime.

Logitech Circle 2

Gear Diary's 2018 Mother's Day Gift Guide

Give mom peace of mind with the Logitech Circle 2; it’s an “indoor and outdoor camera that can keep an eye on your front door or back porch with customizable attachments and mounting accessories.” The security camera records in 1080p HD, and you can set customizable motion alerts; it also integrates perfectly with Apple Home. The Logitech Circle sells for $179.99 for the wired version and $199.99 for the wire-free version.

Huawei Watch 2

Gear Diary's 2018 Mother's Day Gift Guide

There’s so much that mom has to keep up with, and the $299.99 Huawei Watch 2 will be right there with her, keeping her on track.The Android Watch 2 will do everything from keeping her notified of incoming texts and calls to using Android Pay for her afternoon coffee when she’s got her hands full and doesn’t want to pull out her wallet. The Huawei Watch 2 will track her heart-rate and workouts, and best of all — it’s battery will last for around two days. With tons of watch faces to choose from and plenty of apps that work perfectly on her wrist, mom will be efficient and stylish thanks to you!

Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM

Gear Diary's 2018 Mother's Day Gift Guide

The last thing mom wants to worry about when she’s bringing a portable speaker to the pool is whether it can be damaged by getting wet! The  $99.99 Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM is waterproof — it even floats! It’s also drop-proof up to five feet, has 10-hours battery life, and it boasts up to a 100-foot Bluetooth wireless range. Mom can even connect more than one speaker together when she wants a bigger sound.

ADIDAS Originals iPhone Cases

Gear Diary's 2018 Mother's Day Gift Guide

Vacation is a state of mine, and if mom has an ADIDAS Originals iPhone case on hers, she won’t be able to help but crack a smile when she sees the bright colors and festive designs her iPhone now sports. ADIDAS cases are protective and cute, and at just $25 – $30, they are affordable, too.

Plugable Technologies 3-Port 36W USB Smart Charger for Car and Truck Cup Holders

Gear Diary's 2018 Mother's Day Gift Guide

A thoughtful gift doesn’t need to be expensive! the Plugable Technologies 3-Port 36W USB cup holder charger can fit into the cup holder in mom’s car or truck — it gives mom three high-speed charging ports and a slot to stick her phone while driving — and it costs just $17.99. The cup holder charger is perfect for older vehicles that don’t have built-in USB ports, and it’s a great way for everyone in the car to stay topped off.

Soundcore Mini 2 Bluetooth speaker

Gear Diary's 2018 Mother's Day Gift Guide

It turns out that, Anker, a company known for their excellent wireless charging products, also makes really great yet super affordable audio products. Their Soundcore Mini 2 is a pocket-size speaker that packs an incredible punch. So much so, that we were blown away by how loud this little guy gets without getting distorted. It’s also waterproof. You can pick it up on Amazon for just $34.99.

Amazon Echo Spot

Gear Diary's 2018 Mother's Day Gift Guide

The Amazon Echo Spot is our favorite Echo to date. That is because it’s compact enough to tuck away just about anywhere, yet it still packs in a convenient display for glancing at your to-do lists, the weather, looking at baby monitors, and more. You can pick up the Eco Sot for $129.99 on Amazon.

Samsung Galaxy S9

Gear Diary's 2018 Mother's Day Gift Guide

The Galaxy S9 is one of the hottest and most highly anticipated phones of 2018, so you’re sure to impress Mom – and you’ll likely impress her even more if you get her the lilac version. The Galaxy S9 retails for $719 unlocked.

Incipio and Kate Spade Samsung Galaxy S9+ Cases

Gear Diary's 2018 Mother's Day Gift Guide

If mom is sporting a gorgeous new Samsung Galaxy S9+, then she needs a protective case for it! Incipio makes everything from super protective to protective and fashionable!With prices in the $30 range, you can help her protect her phone without breaking your bank.

Brooks Running 2 Levitate sneakers

Gear Diary's 2018 Mother's Day Gift Guide

Brooks Running Levitate 2 sneakers feature super spring cushioning thanks to DNA AMP midsole technology, and they’ll keep mom running at her best. The sneakers will be available in August for $150.

RapidX LunaX Portable Speaker with Light

Gear Diary's 2018 Mother's Day Gift Guide

The LunaX is both a portable Bluetooth speaker and a lantern; it’s perfect for use inside and outdoors; it’s even small enough that it can fit in most cup-holders. It gets 12-24 hours of continuous light and 7 hours of audio entertainment on a single charge, so it’s ready for all of mom’s adventures.

Audio Technica AT-LP60BK-BT Wireless Turntable

Gear Diary's 2018 Mother's Day Gift Guide

The Audio-Technica AT-LP60-BT wireless turntable is so clever — even if its name is a mouthful! This turntable lets mom enjoy her vinyl while streaming the music played to any Bluetooth speaker, versus having to use wires. You can get the $149 AT-LP60-BT  in white or black.

The Belkin Classic Pro Backpack

Gear Diary's 2018 Mother's Day Gift Guide

The $39.99 Belkin Classic Pro backpack is perfect for mom’s who want a sleek backpack that can carry their up to 15.6″ laptop without looking like they’re carrying everything but the kitchen sink. The bag’s accordion opening gives her access to a well-organized inner space, and the padded mesh straps will keep her shoulders from hurting when she’s carrying all her gear.

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