Well, in my previous stints I always wanted to do Gadget Awards. But I guess it did not happen because fate wanted me to do the best one first. This is my, the team’s and Gadget Bridge’s first time of giving out awards and accolades to the worthy in the field of consumer technology (Gadget Bridge Awards 2019). The year 2019 and the last decade saw some great gizmos being launched in the country. India evolved from a caterpillar of a third world country for gizmotics, where gadgets came after 6-9 months of its global launch, into the beautiful butterfly where gadgets are being launched first. We sat down and understood, which categories make the most sense as Gadget Bridge covers all things good (Tech) under the sun, for the #GadgetBridgeAwards 2019. And then we carefully sifted through the various smartphones, TVs, headphones, laptops etc, which we have used, reviewed, unboxed and/or experienced during 2019.
We have a lot of great award categories and two special sections of awards where we will need your help. Yes, you the viewers and avid readers of Gadget Bridge will be needed to vote for the Gadget Bridge People’s Choice Awards 2019. And as always, we believe in spreading the joy, so a #GadgetBridgeGiveaway is also part of this awards ceremony for the readers/viewers who participate in the voting. More details can be found here. The voting is live (you can vote here) on GagdetBridge.com as well as our Twitter page on two posts here and here. In the end, the total votes from Gadget Bridge Twitter and on Gadget Bridge Web will be added and the winners of these categories will be announced. Remember the voting closes by the 18th of December, midnight IST.
So, let’s get to it, here are all the cool categories and the nominees of our first ever #GadgetBridgeAwards. Oh, before that, let’s meet the Gadget Bridge Veterans who will decide the final winners (except Gadget Bridge people’s choice awards).
Table of Contents
Here are all the categories:
Smartphone of the year 2019
A lot of great smartphones were launched this year that kept us on our toes, during the peak season we saw over 2 smartphones launching every day.
OnePlus 7T
Camera phone of the year 2019
In the year 2019, a flurry of smartphones with great cameras were launched. It was a stiff competition, but here are the big 5.
Samsung Galaxy A70s
Budget smartphone of the year 2019
This is the most populated category of smartphones. Each day we see a new budget smartphone launch, so deciding was tough. But we powered through and here are the top 5 in the category.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro
Nokia 7.2
Gaming smartphone of the year 2019
This is one of our favourite categories as it caters to gamers. Some big names out there this time and the fight for the top spot will be close.
Black Shark 2
OnePlus 7T
Mid-range smartphone of the year 2019
About 700 days ago the mid-range section of smartphones was ruled by Sony and LG. Now they are nowhere to be seen and the fight has been left to these contenders.
Oppo Reno 2z
People’s choice smartphone of the year 2019
Now, this is where you get to Participate, Vote and Win! Vote for the People’s Choice Awards 2019. Or go to our Twitter posts here and here to vote. Don’t forget to retweet, leave a comment and add the hashtag #GadgetBridgeAwards.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro
Realme 5S
Gadget Bridge – People’s choice smartphone of the year 2019 #GadgetBridgeAwards 2019 #GadgetBridgeGiveaway
— GadgetBridge (@gadgetbridge) December 11, 2019
People’s choice gadget of the year 2019
Another category where we need your help! Pick your favourite from these. Go ahead and vote for the People’s Choice Awards 2019. Or go to our Twitter posts here and here to vote. Don’t forget to retweet, leave a comment & add the tag #GadgetBridgeAwards.
Gadget Bridge – People’s choice gadget of the year 2019 #GadgetBridgeAwards 2019 #GadgetBridgeGiveaway
— GadgetBridge (@gadgetbridge) December 11, 2019
Gadget of the year 2019
One of these fabulous gadgets will get the crown of being the best gadget of 2019, can you guess which one?
OnePlus 7T
Sony A9G
Hatke gadget of the year (Design) 2019
These gadgets are not like the usual run-of-the-mill gadgets. This is the ‘Hatke’ category when it comes to design.
Dyson Pure Hot + Cool
Hatke gadget of the year (Performance & Utility) 2019
This is the ‘Hatke’ award category when it comes to the performance and utility of a device.
Samsung Galaxy Buds
Samsung Wireless Power Bank
Laptop of the year 2019
As much as the smartphone has tried to replace them it still can’t. These are the second most used gadgets along with TVs. Here are the top 4 in the running.
Acer Swift 5 (SF514-52T)
HP ZBook (14U G6)
Gaming laptop of the year 2019
The gaming laptop arena was on fire this year. We have some solid nominees running for the top spot.
Alienware M15
MSI GL63 9SC
Asus Zephyrus S (GX701)
Acer Predator Triton 300 (PT315-51)
Tablet of the year 2019
Some might say they do not need them, but these machines are still useful thanks to the portability and quick action mechanics.
Honor Pad 5 10-inches
TV of the year 2019
The idiot box is not-so-idiot nowadays. We have seen them become thinner and smarter in the last decade and this year was no different. Here are the top from the year 2019.
Vu Premium 4K Android TV 55-inch
Sony A9G
Philips 6700 series
Best home improvement device of the year 2019
These are some of the best devices that make our homes more comfortable.
Dyson V11 Vacuum Cleaner
Smartwatch of the year 2019
What a smartwatch friendly year 2019 turned out to be. We saw some superb devices being launched this year.
Fossil Gen 5 Carlyle
Fitness wearable of the year 2019
These help you stay healthy all the time. In 2019, these wearables were available dime a dozen. However, only a handful are worthy of buying.
Samsung Galaxy Fit
Honor Band 5
Headphones of the year 2019
The ever lovely headphones have become better in every sense in 2019. Some of the best came to life and here are the top picks.
Audio Technica SR30BT
Jabra Elite 85H
Logitech G Pro X
Bluetooth speaker of the year 2019
Some great launches this year, here are the top ones in the Bluetooth wireless speaker category of 2019.
Sony SRS-XB402M
JBL Flip 5
Best tech in car of the year 2019
We absolutely loved how the sub 25 lakh car category erupted this year. A lot of SUV/MUV’s came out of the shadows to show their full might. Here are the top ones and we kind of have a hint which could be the winner.
Hyundai Venue
Maruti Vitara Brezza
Kia Seltos
Tata Harrier
Mahindra Aulturas G4
Streaming service of the year 2019
The cable TV is on the backfoot and Millenials are consuming more shows on the net. These are the best streaming services we came across this year. Which one will make it to the top of the podium? Just wait for a few days.
Amazon Prime Video
Netflix
ALTBalaji
Hotstar
Gadget of the decade
It is the turn of the decade and these are the best we saw in the last ten years. What comes out on top? The answer is right around the corner.
Sony PlayStation 4
Apple Air Pods
Microsoft Xbox One X
Apple iPad Pro
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