Father’s Day Tech: From our Director Dads to You

All dads are a little bit old school. Even the most tech-loving, future-forward dad still loves to talk about “back in my day” and use tools and equipment from those days.

But, don’t tell dad this, things have moved on and technology has improved everything from the simplest tools to the most advanced miniature computers in all our pockets.

For Father’s Day 2025 we did something special by focusing on some great products from Xiaomi that reinvent classic tools to make them as great as can be. Better yet: we have official dad approval on these as the picks in this article come straight from our very own directors here at Syntech.

Xiaomi 5-Blade Electric Shaver

Picked by: Werner Schmidt (Director of Finance)

For today’s article the first of these directors is Werner Schmidt, Director of Finance, who has picked out the Xiaomi 5-Blade Electric Shaver. This grooming essential features an omnidirectional floating head housing five ultra-sharp blades, designed to follow the natural contours of the face with precision. The result? A close, comfortable shave that’s gentle on skin but tough on stubble. Powered by a high-speed linear magnetic suspension motor, the shaver delivers consistent performance, while the uniquely shaped blades handle a variety of hair types effortlessly. It’s smart, smooth, and seriously effective – just like Werner’s choice.

Xiaomi didn’t just make a shaver – they built a grooming companion that’s tough, sleek, and ready for anything. With IPX7 water resistance, you can rinse it thoroughly without worrying about the electronics inside its ergonomic, modern design. Powering it all is a robust 2000mAh battery that delivers up to 90 minutes of shaving time. And when it’s time to recharge? Just plug in with the ultra-convenient USB Type-C – no need for special or hard-to-find cables.

Dads – who famously love saving money – will enjoy the fact that this electric shaver saves them money compared to continuously replacing expensive single-user razors or going down to the barber. If you really want to pull some Jedi mind tricks on the old man, challenge him to get a shave on par with the barber while using this new electric shaver. Given Xiaomi’s quality we’re sure they will be successful and they get the extra satisfaction of “beating” your challenge.

Xiaomi Smart Laser Measure & Xiaomi Cordless Screwdriver

Picked by: Rudi Thietz (Director of Procurement)

Our second and third picks today both come from Rudi Thietz, Director of Procurement, who clearly lives by the strict rule of “measure twice, cut once”. Thietz has picked out both the Xiaomi Smart Laser Measure and the Xiaomi Cordless Screwdriver, a great pair that work together to instantly modernise any toolkit.

The laser measure is a gift from the future: this little metal box instantly and accurately (with just ±3mm of play) measures anything you want, with results displayed right on the device with the high-brightness LCD display. Place, point, shoot and measure. It’s that easy.

Aside from giving you increased accuracy and dependable straightness compared to something like a tape measure, the Xiaomi Smart Laser Measure also offers wireless control, measurement recording, on-board calculations and even scene guidance to help measure tricky spots.

While you will need to charge this device, you will get up to 3 000 measurements on a single charge of the 370mAh lithium battery.

Finally there’s the electric screwdriver, an item that may sound superfluous but is,in actuality, a massive quality of life upgrade. Replacing your set of screwdrivers with one electric version like this one from Xiaomi is an absolute game-changer that no one will ever want to switch back from.

Think of it like trying to type a long message on the old nine-button “dumb” phones to using the full-size QWERTY keyboard on your laptop. No matter how much practice you have with the slower option, the newer way is undeniably better (and exponentially faster).

Xiaomi has crammed serious power into a compact package with this electric screwdriver. Delivering 5Nm of torque and spinning at 200 RPM, it’s ready to tackle everything from quick fixes to weekend projects. A built-in 2000mAh battery keeps it running for up to three hours, so there’s no need to rush. Inside the sleek storage case, you’ll find 12 durable S2 steel bits and an extension rod – everything Dad needs to take on DIY like a pro. Whether it’s assembling furniture or fine-tuning gear, this tool’s got the muscle and the precision to get the job done right.

For hands-on dads, this electric screwdriver is a total time-saver – shaving hours off daily tasks with power and precision. And for the weekend DIYers? It makes quick work of those fix-it projects, so they can spend less time tinkering and more time kicking back or tackling other to-dos. Either way, it’s a win.