Jana Schmid
We’re rebels, we’re misfits, we’re international software liberators. What on earth could we possibly put together for a gift guide? Buckle up folks, CodeWeavers first gift giving guide is going to be a wild ride.
The Steam Deck
Provided By: General Consensus at CodeWeavers
All-in-one portable PC gaming. Steam Deck brings the Steam games and features you love to a powerful and convenient form factor that you can take wherever you go. The console uses a variation of the Linux operating system instead of Windows, running games through a compatability layer called Proton (virtual bow). Unlike PlayStations and Nintendos that can play games stored on discs and cartridges, the Steam Deck is fully digital, meaning it only plays games downloaded over the internet.
The Elgato Stream Deck MK.2
Provided By: General Consensus at CodeWeavers
The Elgato Stream Deck MK.2 is basically just a fancy hotkey screen. But it can have folders in it that makes it a bit more versatile then just a separate keyboard for hotkeys. Plus, it has screens to indicate which hotkey does what. We like screens, we have lots of visual people here. Not to be confused with the SteamDeck.
Weighted Blanket — We don’t have a specific make and model in mind
Provided By: General Consensus at CodeWeavers
Yeti Hopper® — Backpack Cooler
Provided by: Jana
Getfu Vegetable Slicer
Provided by: Rèmi
Smooth and wavy vegetable slices or julienne vegetable strands are ready in a jiffy! Pro tip: Include a box of bandages with this gift. One of our staff members learned the hard way that thumbs are not vegetables.
YubiKey 5
Provided by: Arek & Giovanni
Praised at WineConf, endorsed by at least two CodeWeavers’ staff members. These multi-protocol security keys, eliminates account takeovers with strong two-factor, multi-factor and passworldess authentication.
Pro tips from Arek:
- I have my ECC GPG key on it (password-protected)
- The GPG key also serve as ssh keys vi gpg-agent (ssh-add -L)
- I use it as U2F token to log in into multiple websites (you have to plug it in and press the capacitive button on it after entering password).
- I use it for TOPT for websites that don't support U2F (yubioath-desktop, pcscd to multiplex access to the device).
- I even use it with my password storage solution
(https://www.passwordstore.org/https://github.com/passff/passff#readme
https://github.com/android-password-store/Android-Password-Store#readme )
Nreal Air AR Glasses
Provided by: Newman
A bit on the pricey side of things, but they look amazing nonetheless. These are basically a 150" USB-C virtual display attached to your face. You can connect to a SteamDeck, a Macbook or an Android device.
SCOTTe Pack Windbreaker
Provided by: James
You'll have easy access to all your essentials in this amazingly lightweight jacket with a slimmer, athletic fit. And, if you're not sure what the weather will bring, fold the Pack Windbreaker into its own back pocket—it is so easy and convenient, you'll want one in your glove box, desk drawer, pocket of another SCOTTeVEST...everywhere! Perfect for traveling across the ocean, across the continent, across the country, or even across town.
Presto 02937 Dorothy™ Electric Rapid Cold Brewer
By: Alex
Sometimes you want some cold brew right away. This quick brewer is nice for that. It makes 22 ounces per batch.
Basic Tunic Pullover
Provided by: Meredith
Sewn just four blocks from our Saint Paul, Minnesota office, they are loose but structured enough to still look nice. Pro tip: They fit the pregnant well and baby poop washes out of them easily.
Rice Cooker
Provided by: Anthony
He’s not even a rice guy at all, and yet this is easily the #1 most useful cooking appliance he’s ever owned. Anything by Zojirushi is just... chef's kiss. YOU CAN MAKE CAKES WITH THIS THING. It's amazing, and he also wants management to know that we should get one for the office.
Therapy Lamp
By: Arek
It’s the most depressing time of the year... Time to trigger your serotonin production. Take care of yourself and your loved one with this a therapy lamps that is designed to effectively boost energy and improve sleep quality. For best results sit in front of the SAD light therapy lamps for 20-30 each morning.
Portable Neck Fan
By: Gabriel
It's relatively cheap, easy to charge with USB-C charging cable, has soft brown-ish noise from the fans (not annoying buzzing sounds), and lasts quite a while on a charge (many hours!).
Do you have some great ideas for gift giving? Leave it in our comments. Happy holidays friends!
About Jana Schmid
Jana has been working in the marketing profession for over 15 years. She joined the CodeWeavers marketing department in 2010 and has earned oddities such as the Margaritaville Tahiti Frozen Concoction Maker and a lifetime supply of sparkling water for her performance as Marketing Director. Contact Jana at jana@codeweavers.com and learn more about her professional accomplishments on LinkedIn.
