While all the gadget gurus debate where you are best to send your money this season, here are some real helpful tips about what to bother with vs what to avoid. Happy shopping Dads.

Nintendo

One of the most popular tech gifts of the season (perfect for a gamer boyfriend or husband) is Nintendo Switch - Nintendo’s newest game console, which you can play at home, on your TV, or pop out of the dock and take on the go with you. There are two huge games launching this holiday that we know will be on a lot of wish lists:

• Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, which launches on December 7. This is the newest installment in a hugely popular series and this game features every single fighter that’s ever appeared in a Smash Bros. game, making it the largest video game crossover ever produced.

• Super Mario Party, which launched last month, is the perfect party game to enjoy with a group this holiday. This is a board game brought to life by Nintendo Switch, with fun and wacky mini-games.

Surface Go

The new Surface Go is perfect for low-key daily tasks, providing laptop performance with tablet portability + a stunning touchscreen with the power of Windows 10. The whole family will love the Surface Go’s capabilities and the wallet-friendly price.

• With up to 9 hours of battery life, no need to worry about your battery running out during those all-important Skype calls this holiday season

• From binge watching videos to writing your next novel, do it all with the multi-position Kickstand and keyboard

• Jot down notes and ideas in an instant with Surface Pen and improved Type Cover

Price: $529.00