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Build Your Own Father’s Day Gift with Google MakeLab!

June 16, 2017 By Lena 108 Comments

Note: The following giveaway is open to Canadians only.

Still stuck on what to get dad for Father’s Day? Here’s a unique gift he’ll love!

If you live in the Greater Toronto Area, visit the Best Buy store in Heartland (Mississauga) on Saturday, June 17th from 1PM to 6PM. They’ll be hosting a FREE workshop event where everyone is welcome to design and build their own, customized, one-of-a-kind Father’s Day gift with the help from the Google MakeLab laser printer!
I love that parents and kiddos can work together to make unique, techie-inspired gifts. It’s a creative way to spend quality time together this weekend – exactly what Father’s Day is all about. Plus, while you’re there, you’ll have a chance to browse some of the hottest electronics and gadgets that are sure to be at the top of every dad’s wish list. Here are some of my favourite picks! 

Pixel XL Phone by Google. With a 5.5″ AMOLED QHD display and all-day battery life, this smartphone is a playground for entertainment. The Google Assistant answers questions and helps you get stuff done, while Android 7.0 Nougat and a quad-core processor ensure a smooth ride. Record 4K video, snap crisp selfies, and more with Pixel XL, a phone by Google.

My own husband has had his eye on this smartphone, so Saturday may be the perfect day to check it out. I love practical gifts that are fun, too – and the Pixel XL Phone by Google definitely makes the cut. The phone runs on Android 7.0 Nougat, which boasts over 1,500 emoji, multi-window view, Virtual Reality mode, and other cool features. The best part? Google Photos provides free unlimited storage of your phone’s full-resolution photos and videos for the life of your Pixel Phone by Google. Way to preserve those memories!

Google Chromecast Ultra. Enjoy all of your endless entertainment options in breathtaking 4K with Google Chromecast Ultra. This premium TV streaming device takes the best from Chromecast and throws in faster processing speeds and up to 4K UHD and HDR picture quality. Plug it into your TV, connect to your Wi-Fi network, and enjoy up to 4K content, all controlled using your mobile device.

Hello! The ability to navigate a whole world of entertainment all from my smartphone or tablet? Yes please! Forget dear old dad… I want this!

Google Chromebook. I know quite a few of my readers are still a bit confused when it comes to Chromebooks. Simply put, the Google Chromebook is internet-dependent – which means it not come equipped with a typical operating system. Instead, Chrome OS is web-based, which enables it to be faster, simpler, and more secure.

Google apps are built right into the Chromebook so you can start doing, playing and sharing right out of the box: connect using Gmail or Google+ Hangouts, access your music and movies from Google Play Music and Google Play Movies or create your own home movies using the YouTube Video Editor. Perfect for a tech-savvy dad! And so many options, too.

Make some time this Saturday, June 17th to pop into the Best Buy store at Heartland from 1PM to 6PM. And for those who can’t make it, I have a very special giveaway for you! One lucky reader will win a Google Chromecast! To enter, simply fill the form below with your qualifying entries. Good luck – and to all the dads and dads-to-be celebrating, Happy Father’s Day!

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This post is sponsored by Best Buy Canada. The opinions on this blog, as always, are my own.

Filed Under: Lifestyle Tagged With: #BestBuyFathersDay, #googleshop, Father's Day

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  1. Lynda Cook

    June 17, 2017 at 10:14 am

    I have not given the gift of technology, those are usually to expensive to gift out!

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  2. ivy pluchinsky

    June 17, 2017 at 10:18 am

    No can’t say I ever have, but this would make a great gift

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  3. Gillian Morgan

    June 17, 2017 at 10:51 am

    I gave my mom an iPad. Does that count?

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  4. Marlene J

    June 17, 2017 at 10:57 am

    I have not given the gift of technology.

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  5. Jenny Major

    June 17, 2017 at 11:10 am

    I have not yet given the gift of technology.

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  6. Mary

    June 17, 2017 at 11:15 am

    I’ve never given the gift of technology before!

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  7. Kirsten G

    June 17, 2017 at 11:27 am

    I bought my husband a new smartphone for his birthday.

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  8. Ashley Pomery

    June 17, 2017 at 11:32 am

    I’ve given technology as a gift a few times. I gave my Dad a laptop, my fiancé an iPod, and my Mum an e-reader. Tech makes a great gift!

    Reply
  9. Viv Sluys

    June 17, 2017 at 11:36 am

    Last year I have my husband a Bluetooth speaker but I normally steer away from them because I don’t usually feel like putting the research in.

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    • Viv Sluys

      June 17, 2017 at 11:37 am

      Oops! Put my email in wrong on that comment!

      Reply
  10. Terri O'Donnell

    June 17, 2017 at 11:37 am

    I can honestly say I have never given he gift of technology to anyone although I would love to!

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  11. Judy Cowan

    June 17, 2017 at 11:57 am

    I have, we gave my Dad a tablet last Fathers Day.

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  12. Jenness M

    June 17, 2017 at 12:32 pm

    I got my Dad a tablet last year.

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  13. tracy k

    June 17, 2017 at 1:14 pm

    yes, i got my hubby a new iphone

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  14. Stephanie LaPlante

    June 17, 2017 at 2:10 pm

    I totally have! My mom, siblings and I all put our money together and bought my dad a laptop for my his birthday 2 days ago.

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  15. Maritess

    June 17, 2017 at 2:34 pm

    Yes. I have given dad a nice set of speakers for Father’s Day.

    Reply
  16. Elaine G

    June 17, 2017 at 2:34 pm

    Yes I have gotten my dad a few things and my niece a vtech tablet.

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  17. Rosanne Robinson

    June 17, 2017 at 3:30 pm

    No, I’ve never given the gift of technology before, but would LOVE to!

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  18. kristen visser

    June 17, 2017 at 5:03 pm

    I gave my hubby head phones and a fit bit before. good enough right ? lol

    Reply
  19. Florence Cochrane

    June 17, 2017 at 5:37 pm

    I gave my husband and Ipad a few years back.

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  20. Dorothy H

    June 17, 2017 at 6:37 pm

    I gave a USB memory stick.

    Reply
  21. Amanda

    June 17, 2017 at 9:30 pm

    What an awesome gift!

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  22. Jonnie

    June 17, 2017 at 9:43 pm

    I have given many tech gifts including tablets, laptops, wireless speakers and iPods

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  23. Carole D

    June 17, 2017 at 10:35 pm

    Yes, I got Roku 3 for my husband a couple years ago and a Samsung tablet for his birthday.

    Reply
  24. Kristi Friesen

    June 17, 2017 at 10:44 pm

    I haven’t given the gift of technology to anyone yet, but it would be nice.

    Reply
  25. Athena

    June 17, 2017 at 10:47 pm

    I gave my hubby a tablet for Christmas.

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  26. Ron

    June 17, 2017 at 11:26 pm

    I did give my daughter her very first cell phone as a bday gift once.

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  27. eileen

    June 18, 2017 at 4:27 am

    Yes, a tablet.

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  28. Doris Calvert

    June 18, 2017 at 6:27 am

    Yes, tablet, iPad and laptop.

    Reply
  29. Juliee Fitze

    June 18, 2017 at 8:38 am

    No don’t think I have ever given a gift of technology.

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  30. Treen Goodwin

    June 18, 2017 at 10:07 am

    I have never given the gift of technology ! don’t think i would as i find it a tad bit to expensive !

    Reply
  31. wendy hutton

    June 18, 2017 at 10:53 am

    my son bought me a Roku a couple years ago but would like a never version of it or this chromecast would be nice

    Reply
  32. Ira

    June 18, 2017 at 3:05 pm

    Yes, numerous times. The most memorable though – USB flesh drive (32MB!) to my future husband long time ago… :)

    Reply
  33. Marra

    June 18, 2017 at 3:37 pm

    I have given a watch as a gift before.

    Reply
  34. nicky

    June 18, 2017 at 4:37 pm

    I gave my mom a Fitbit for her to track her steps. She loves it!

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  35. jan

    June 18, 2017 at 5:58 pm

    He received a Garmin watch two years ago for Father’s Day

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  36. LUZVIMINDA GUNTER-SMITH

    June 18, 2017 at 5:59 pm

    I HAVE GIVEN A WATCH BEFORE AS I REQUESTED IT, THIS WOULD BE A GREAT GIFT. THANK YOU

    Reply
  37. Dave S

    June 18, 2017 at 6:31 pm

    I gave my daughter an Ipod for Christmas a couple years ago and a google Chromebook for Christmas this year.

    Reply
  38. Donna L.

    June 18, 2017 at 6:53 pm

    Yes, I gave headphones.

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  39. Mandy

    June 18, 2017 at 7:15 pm

    I have given tech gifts. Recently, got a dash-cam for a friend and a laptop for my dad.

    Reply
  40. Alayne Langford

    June 18, 2017 at 7:40 pm

    Is a watch considered techie? Oh wait, headphones may qualify! ????

    Reply
  41. Dianne G.

    June 18, 2017 at 9:03 pm

    I have given a Fitbit to one granddaughter and a cell phone to my hubby, so if those are considered gifts of technology, then yes.

    Reply
  42. Suzanne G

    June 18, 2017 at 10:12 pm

    I have not given a gift of technology.

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  43. Suzanne G

    June 18, 2017 at 10:14 pm

    Sorry I put in wrong handle for my twitter account. It is @pinksuzanne

    Reply
  44. Wanda Tracey

    June 18, 2017 at 11:24 pm

    I bought my husband an electric scooter for Father’s Day so at least he can go to the store or the park to get out! He was so excited because he hasn’t been able to walk downtown for nine years. So SO happy for him. He really desrevs this! :)

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  45. Vicki Hill

    June 19, 2017 at 1:27 am

    I have not given the gift of technology.

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  46. BEV SAYERS

    June 19, 2017 at 2:41 am

    I have purchased game systems and ipods to my son and husband.

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  47. Nancy Giese

    June 19, 2017 at 7:12 am

    One gift of technology was a TV. Mom needed a better one – a bigger one that she could see since she had glaucoma. She loved it!

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  48. Lisa Hansen

    June 19, 2017 at 7:24 am

    Yes, an iPad to my son.

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  49. Shirley S

    June 19, 2017 at 7:54 am

    I have not given the gift of technology.

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  50. Ron Giese

    June 19, 2017 at 8:58 am

    One time, years ago, my wife and I gave a tv to her mom.

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  51. Jeannie Lam

    June 19, 2017 at 10:59 am

    I have given my husband a laptop in the past.

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  52. leanne

    June 19, 2017 at 11:37 am

    My daughter received a laptop for Christmas. She loves it.

    Reply
  53. Joan G.

    June 19, 2017 at 12:00 pm

    I have given gift certificates that were used to purchase technology but not purchased directly.

    Reply
  54. nicolthepickle

    June 19, 2017 at 12:03 pm

    I’ve given a tablet, or small things like headphones.

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  55. Louise Smith

    June 19, 2017 at 12:09 pm

    Tech is great gifts for the kids we just gave my daughter a fitbit.

    Reply
  56. Laila I

    June 19, 2017 at 1:51 pm

    Yep! Bought my dad a cell phone last year, his first one!!

    Reply
  57. Andrea

    June 19, 2017 at 7:00 pm

    I’ve given a tablet!

    Reply
  58. michelle

    June 19, 2017 at 7:09 pm

    does gifting myself count? lol

    Reply
  59. Janet M

    June 19, 2017 at 7:56 pm

    I have given phones and other tech gifts.

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  60. Nicole Jubleew

    June 19, 2017 at 9:42 pm

    I bought my parents and iPad so that they could facetime with everyone.

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  61. Jennifer P.

    June 20, 2017 at 1:43 am

    Yes, my husband and I gave an ipad to his mom/my mother in law when we had our second baby. We live in BC and she lives in Quebec, and we wanted to be able to use FaceTime, send photos etc. We created an email account and facebook account for her, loaded the ipad up with photos, and taught her to use facetime so that she would be able to see our kids whenever she wanted. She was so happy, it was her first piece of technology and is so great for keeping in touch.

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  62. Tina L.

    June 20, 2017 at 2:21 am

    No, I have not given the gift of technology before.

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  63. Carol Denny

    June 20, 2017 at 7:57 am

    No, I have not given the gift of technology before.

    Reply
  64. Soozle

    June 20, 2017 at 9:12 am

    I have gifted a DVD player before – not NEW technology anymore but it was at the time lol

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  65. Shirleyp

    June 20, 2017 at 10:42 am

    No. I havent given the gift of tec

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  66. Donnas

    June 20, 2017 at 4:39 pm

    I’m not very tech-savvy myself so if I were to give a tech gift, I’d need a lot of help from the squad at Best Buy.

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  67. Francine

    June 20, 2017 at 10:30 pm

    I have my hubby a smart TV for his BD

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  68. SweetPanda

    June 21, 2017 at 12:13 pm

    I have given my mom a tablet for Christmas present before

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  69. kathy downey

    June 21, 2017 at 2:00 pm

    I have given my grandkids tablets does that count as the gift of technology

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  70. mohammad anjum

    June 22, 2017 at 2:16 pm

    not yet given the gift of technology.

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  71. Kelley Moore

    June 22, 2017 at 4:58 pm

    I have given a google chromecast to my daughter but I wish I kept it for myself

    Reply
  72. HEIDI C.

    June 22, 2017 at 10:14 pm

    We gave my mom a Laptop a couple of years ago and my girls one for this past Christmas.

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  73. Jason E Woods

    June 22, 2017 at 10:23 pm

    Yes! A pink Samsung laptop.

    Reply
  74. chelsea van tol

    June 23, 2017 at 8:00 am

    ipod to my kids

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  75. Betty S

    June 25, 2017 at 6:38 am

    I have not given a gift, but have helped in the purchase of one.

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  76. Craig Miller

    June 26, 2017 at 9:20 am

    I have given technology as a gift. Apple TV, an Ipod and a Fitbit. Love technology!

    Reply
  77. Laura Tran

    June 26, 2017 at 9:23 am

    My hubby is so hard to shop for i always get stumped! Lol

    Reply
  78. Gail Butler

    June 26, 2017 at 9:28 am

    I have not given technology, but I have received as gifts. My daughter gave me an ipad mini.

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  79. valerie theberge

    June 26, 2017 at 9:35 am

    No, I ever have, but this would make a great gift for my father :)

    Reply
  80. Wendi Maroon

    June 26, 2017 at 9:47 am

    A desktop to my mom, a laptop for my mom, a laptop to my nephew and an Ipod to my niece.

    Reply
  81. Katie C

    June 26, 2017 at 10:10 am

    I gifted my parents tablets so that they could be up to date with technology!

    Reply
  82. toni v

    June 26, 2017 at 10:34 am

    yes! I gave my dad a laptop last christmas and many many years ago an iPod for music. I still have to do all the setups and changes on both items LOL!

    Reply
  83. Iris N

    June 26, 2017 at 10:49 am

    I have given my husband an ipad.

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  84. Rachel

    June 26, 2017 at 11:44 am

    I gifted my parents their first digital camera. My mom still uses her film camera :/

    Reply
  85. Ryan B

    June 26, 2017 at 1:40 pm

    I’ve given Cellphones, PVR’s, Satelitte System, Nvidia Shield TV Pro, Digital Camera, Snow Blower… Yeah my dad gets spoiled.

    Reply
  86. Jocelyn Paprocki

    June 26, 2017 at 2:17 pm

    Does allowing my husband to buy a new laptop count? LOL!

    Reply
  87. jennifer capin

    June 26, 2017 at 3:03 pm

    Yes, I gave my Husband an ipad mini many years ago.

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  88. Sandra

    June 26, 2017 at 5:34 pm

    Yes, I have given my kids iPods to tablets and all the “must have, & any latest new gadget, I’ve lost count!. This would be great to win:-!I’d keep it for myself! Me for a change!

    Reply
  89. Janice K

    June 26, 2017 at 5:42 pm

    I got my 8y a Garmin Vivofit Jr, and it has been a great incentive tool for her to do chores and practice piano, as well as a way for me to monitor her sleep patterns.

    Reply
  90. Charles Wang

    June 26, 2017 at 8:05 pm

    i gave my mom an ipad

    Reply
  91. Piroska

    June 26, 2017 at 8:33 pm

    Yes, of course. I gave my hubby a laptop for Christmas one year.

    Reply
  92. Joyce S

    June 26, 2017 at 9:52 pm

    I sure did, gave my kids all ipods and laptops over the years.

    Reply
  93. Rebecca

    June 26, 2017 at 9:56 pm

    Yes! gave my dad an app that tracks the temperature of the meat you’re barbecuing.

    Reply
  94. Annie

    June 26, 2017 at 11:14 pm

    I always give my parents the gift of technology, otherwise they won’t splurge on it themselves! A gift or two for myself isn’t ever a bad idea either =)

    Reply
  95. Linda

    June 26, 2017 at 11:55 pm

    I’ve given a laptop computer to my parents before as a gift.

    Reply
  96. Terri Baker

    June 27, 2017 at 10:24 am

    I gave my son a cell phone and my other son a laptop and desktop

    Reply
  97. lori a butler

    June 28, 2017 at 7:36 am

    had given my mom a desk top computer

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  98. Jennifer Rector

    June 28, 2017 at 12:51 pm

    I once bought my boyfriend a laptop for his birthday. Technology is always a win when it comes to gifting!

    Reply
  99. travelbuds

    June 28, 2017 at 4:34 pm

    yes, I gave a tablet to each of my kids a few years ago for Christmas.

    Reply
  100. sara rai

    June 28, 2017 at 5:52 pm

    No I haven’t given it yet.

    Reply
  101. Katie Mitchell

    June 29, 2017 at 9:03 am

    This year I gave my husband a Fitbit. He’s been wanting one. That’s about as technical as I have gotten. ha ha

    Reply
  102. June Murphy

    June 30, 2017 at 9:08 am

    I haven given headphones as a gift and he was so ecstatic

    Reply
  103. Jenny Ham

    June 30, 2017 at 9:28 am

    I have given a kindle fires to friends

    Reply
  104. Diane Wolf

    June 30, 2017 at 7:15 pm

    Computers, laptops, ipods, and cell phones!

    Reply
  105. Leah Siapin

    June 30, 2017 at 8:05 pm

    I have given technology to my kids, but never my dad. I don’t think he’d know what to do with anything high tech!

    Reply
  106. Kayla Klontz

    June 30, 2017 at 9:29 pm

    Yes, I have gifted MANY items of technology. kindles, Xbox ones, gamesboys, stuff like that.

    Reply
  107. Trisha Musgrave

    June 30, 2017 at 11:34 pm

    Yes, my laptop was given to me.

    Reply

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