Unusual Christmas Gifts for Him

If he's into music, gadgets or good design, Sodapop is an unusual Christmas gift he won't already own. It's a Bluetooth speaker that screws onto a bottle, which becomes its bass. £64.99, with 30+ hours of battery.

For the dad who likes his gadgets

It pairs in seconds over Bluetooth 5.0, charges by USB-C and has a speakerphone. Two Sodapops connect to one phone for stereo sound in the kitchen or garden.

For the partner who's always on the move

At 300g it goes in a bag for weekends away, the beach or the office. One charge lasts more than 30 hours.

For the brother who hosts

Put it on the table at a party or barbecue. People ask about it.

Best colours for him

Midnight (deep blue), Sunburn (orange) and Skinny Dip (light blue) are popular picks. [Confirm best-sellers.]

FAQ

• What's a good unusual Christmas gift for him? Something he'll use and talk about. Sodapop is a speaker that turns a bottle into its bass, at £64.99.
• Is it a good gift for my dad? Yes. It's simple to set up, works with any Bluetooth phone, and runs for 30+ hours per charge.
• Is it good for travel? Yes. It weighs 300g and charges by USB-C.
• Can he take calls on it? Yes. It has a speakerphone function.