From iPhones to cameras… best deals for festive season in UAE

For those still scouting around for Christmas gifts for your loved ones, here are some last-minute deals on gadgets and electronic items that can be picked up in the UAE.

 
There is no better gift than a new smartphone and there are multiple offers that can be availed from an older generation iPhone to a HTC for under Dh1,000 to the latest Huawei Honor 7.

 
The price of the older iPhone models have been dropping and you can now get an iPhone 5S for around Dh1250. Not satisfied with an older model you can opt for an iPhone 6 for around Dh2049. But do not expect any major discounts on the iPhone 6S yet.
 
Samsung fans can opt for a Galaxy Note 5. A 32Gb model is up on sale for Dh1999, a Galaxy S6 Edge for Dh1899 or a Galaxy S6 for Dh1,599.  For those who are budget conscious you can either opt for a HTC Desire for Dh799, or even a Chinese brand for around Dh500 to 1200.

 
With wearable technology gaining momentum it would not be a bad idea to gift a smartwatch this Christmas. Some special deals on online portals include a Pebble smartwatch for Dh689. Also available is a much cheaper fitness device for Dh120. The New Balance BodyTRNr sports monitor will help the user track fitness. Using Bluetooth technology it transmits distance, steps, calories and connects to a dedicated app on the iPhone iPhone. It also displays time.
 
There are some interesting discounts on gaming consoles as well. A Sony PS4 gaming console with 500GB storage can be purchased for Dh1249, a discount of almost 41 per cent, or how about an older Sony PS3 for 599 or an Xbox 360 with 4GB storage for Dh499.
 
There are some interesting deals on cameras as well.  A Nikon 5200 with an 18-55mm lens is currently on offer for Dh1399. Compare this to a canon EOS 1200D with the same lens for juts Dh949.

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