This time, we decided to think outside the box with a selection of clever, useful, or downright unusual gifts. Smartwatch, retro console, new-generation barbecue, or home investigation kit: there's something for every taste, every style... and every dad. Gifts that surprise, that amuse, that accompany everyday life, or that awaken a good dose of nostalgia: this 2025 selection focuses on immediate pleasure, without any false good ideas or useless gadgets. To give, to share, or to discreetly steal afterward, we won't say anything...
Lego Mario Kart set: for Nintendo fans, but not only!
The new LEGO Mario Kart set (72037) offers a faithful reproduction of Mario's legendary kart, accompanied by a large articulated figurine of the famous mustachioed plumber. With 1972 pieces, it is primarily aimed at adults and fans of the Mario Kart franchise, offering a detailed and rewarding building experience. Mario's arms and head are articulated, allowing for varied poses, while a special stand allows the kart to be displayed in dynamic poses, simulating speed or drifting. The model measures 22 cm high, 32 cm long and 19 cm wide, and is an original decorative piece for any video game or creative construction enthusiast.
Anbernic RG35XX Plus: the retro console that awakens the 90s teenager
What if we offered a little return to childhood for Father's Day? With the RG35XX Plus from Anbernic, we have a portable console that is as compact as it is powerful, capable of emulating dozens of retro consoles, from the NES to the PlayStation and the Game Boy Advance. Its 3.5-inch IPS screen, its faithful old-school directional cross, and its solid battery life make it a machine perfectly suited to nostalgic sessions, on the couch or on the train. The interface is simple, it's easy to use, and the game library is an immediate hit. A little geek gem at a reasonable price, halfway between a collector's toy and a concentrate of video game memories.
Philips OneBlade Pro 360: the hybrid razor that combines precision and versatility
For dads who care about their style, the Philips OneBlade Pro 360 is the ideal companion. This innovative electric shaver combines the functions of a trimmer and a razor, allowing you to precisely trim, define, and shave any beard length. Its 360° blade adapts to the contours of the face, ensuring optimal comfort and a clean result in a single stroke.
Featuring an adjustable precision comb offering 20 cutting heights (from 0.4 to 10 mm), it adapts to all style desires, from the three-day look to a fuller beard. Its elegant design with a brushed metal handle and its LED screen displaying the remaining battery life make it a tool as aesthetic as it is practical. Additionally, its lithium-ion battery provides up to 120 minutes of battery life after a one-hour charge, and it's fully waterproof for use in the shower.
The Balvenie Single Barrel 12 Year Old
A victim of its own success, this Single Malt was discontinued three years ago, a victim of its excellence and demand exceeding reserves. This Single Malt is now reappearing thanks to the distillery's carefully curated selection of casks. This Single Malt comes exclusively from a first-fill bourbon cask, Single Barrel 12 Year Old embodies The Balvenie's style, reflecting a constant commitment to artisanal perfection. Each cask, carefully selected by Cellar Master Kelsey McKechnie, produces a maximum of 300 numbered bottles, each bearing the cask of origin. A confidential expression, faithful to the distillery's identity and a unique gift idea for whisky lovers.
The Balvenie – Tasting Workshop
On June 19 in Paris, The Balvenie is organizing an exclusive tasting workshop around whisky and chocolate, in collaboration with Victoire Finaz, a passionate “chocologist.” Through this exclusive workshop, her creations will interact with the delicate and complex notes of The Balvenie. An ideal gift for all dads who love chocolate, tastings, or are looking for a unique experience!
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Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max: to transform any TV into a smart TV
If there's one gift that combines practicality and immediate pleasure, it's this discreet little dongle from Amazon. The Fire TV Stick 4K Max is a concentrate of power and comfort, designed to boost any screen thanks to 4K Ultra HD, Dolby Vision, and Wi-Fi 6E. In short: fluidity, perfect image, immersive sound and access to all streaming platforms (Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Molotov, etc.) in a few seconds.
Browsing is ultra-fast, the voice remote control with Alexa works wonderfully, and the “ambience” mode transforms the screen into an art gallery or useful information board when it is on standby. It's a perfect gift for a dad who loves movies, series, or is simply tired of juggling slow menus or a slightly aging TV.
Ninja Woodfire Pro XL: the electric barbecue that can (really) do everything
The Ninja Woodfire Pro XL shakes up the codes of the traditional barbecue with its electric format, its connected features, and above all its ability to smoke hot thanks to real wood pellets. The result: tender meat, perfectly grilled vegetables, and that irresistible smoky touch, without the smoke that stings the eyes.
This XL model is designed for large tables (up to 8 people), and doesn't just grill: it can also roast, fry without oil, slow cook, or even dehydrate. And thanks to the dedicated app, you can remotely monitor the cooking with a built-in connected thermometer. It's a true 2.0 barbecue, which plugs into a simple socket and controls itself almost automatically. For a dad who loves outdoor cooking but is allergic to the chore of lighting the stove, this is the perfect gift!
VIVE Focus Vision – The Latest Extended Reality Headset
Launching in September 2024, this new Extended Reality (XR) headset is the latest addition to HTC VIVE's VIVE Focus series. It offers a host of improvements and new features to provide gamers and businesses with the best possible immersive experience, whether for PCVR and standalone gaming, as well as LBE experiences, industrial training, collaboration, and mixed reality applications. It features a combined 5k resolution on both eyes, a 120-degree field of view, and DisplayPort mode for PCVR, enabling lossless visuals by connecting the headset directly to a PC graphics card. This makes it ideal for PC VR gamers with SteamVR game collections.
With every purchase of a VIVE Focus Vision headset, you can get a wired streaming kit for DisplayPort mode (worth €189) and three premium PCVR games (Metro Awakening, Arizona Sunshine 2, and After the Fall) at no additional cost. This pack is available for €1,199.
From blockbusters to old classics: LG's CineBeam Q is designed for dads who love the big screen
LG offers a new way to enjoy cinema at home with the CineBeam Q, a 4K projector that strikes a good balance between performance and compactness. Its sleek design with a 360° rotating handle allows for flexible use. It projects images up to 120 inches in 4K UHD resolution with a contrast ratio of 450,000:1. Thanks to its RGB laser light source and 154% coverage of the DCI-P33 color gamut, it delivers vivid color images and deep blacks. Its Auto Screen Adjustment system automatically optimizes projection, while webOS 6.0 provides access to major streaming platforms. With its Image Mapping feature for decorative projections, it's an ideal gift idea for family movie nights.
Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro: the stylish smartwatch that does more than its price
Slim, stylish, and surprisingly comprehensive, the Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro is the perfect ally for active dads... or those who want to become one. It has everything you'd expect from a modern smartwatch: accurate heart rate monitoring, sleep measurement, SpO2, stress, built-in GPS, over 100 training modes, and even body temperature monitoring. All in a chic rectangular design with a bright AMOLED display and stainless steel casing.
But what's most impressive is its battery life: up to 10 days of use without recharging. You can wear it day and night without thinking about it. The icing on the cake is that it's compatible with Android and iOS, receives smartphone notifications, lets you control music or the weather, and is easily resistant to rain or the pool. A high-tech, everyday gift that combines health, style, and practicality without breaking the budget.
Dragon Ball Full Color: the manga of his childhood in color
After a first arc dedicated to Goku's childhood, Dragon Ball Full Color returns in a new arc, this time dedicated to the demon king Piccolo. The opportunity to think about your father who may have grown up with the Club Dorothé anime, and who deserves his little shot of nostalgia. The paper mangas of his childhood are probably lost at the bottom of a box after successive moves, it is up to you to rekindle the flame of the warrior that lies dormant in him.
As fans know, this episode, planned in 3 volumes, marks a major turning point in the saga. After the brutal assassination of Krilin, Goku embarks on a quest for revenge against the terrible Piccolo, an unprecedented threat that hangs over the world. For new readers or collectors, this edition continues Glénat's superb work on the cult series by master Akira Toriyama.
Detective Box: a life-size investigation to solve from your sofa
For dads who are fans of detective series, crime novels, or simply lovers of well-crafted puzzles, the Detective Box is the perfect gift. Every month, this box like no other offers a real criminal investigation to solve at home, through ultra-realistic fake documents: police reports, coded messages, photos, clues, suspicious objects... We dive head first into a scenario worthy of the best series, with a real mystery to solve, alone or with family.
The experience is immersive, polished, and designed to keep you on the edge of your seat for several hours. Each new investigation is independent and can also be offered in a single box, without a subscription. An original way to get your brain working, without a screen, but with a real atmosphere worthy of Sherlock Holmes or the “Bureau des Légendes”.
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