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Just like other companies from all around the world, Google enjoys giving their employees a gift every year, as a way to say thank you for their services, but also to wish them happy holidays.

What’s quite surprising refers to the fact that these gifts are usually quite consistent, as in the past, Google has offered gifts such as a Nexus phone, a tablet or even a Chromecast, all of which represent gadgets that cost quite a lot of money. This has created somewhat of a tradition at Google as every year; employees are given an interesting gadget as a thank you gift.

This year, most Google employees will get a smartwatch which is another hint towards the idea that the smartwatch market is getting more and more popular. Recently, all employees have received an email wishing them happy holidays and asking them to pick one smartwatch either the LG G-R or the LG G, both of which are splendid watches that have been bought by thousands of people from all around the world.

In regards to the price of these devices, each costs around $200. However, as nice of a gift as it may seem, it looks like some Google employees aren’t really happy with it and calling the gift cheap. While it may be cheaper when compared to Google’s previous gifts, it has to be kept in mind that this year’s gift is somewhat more unique and definitely an attempt to make smartwatches more and more popular. Additionally, the two devices are actually great! Both of them are dust and water resistant and come with a couple of different sensors including a barometer, accelerometer and a heart rate monitor for fitness functions. The main difference between the two of them is that one is meant to be more stylish, while the other one is meant to have more features, to this can be considered somewhat of a tough choice as long as someone is not aware of what they’re actually looking for.

Leaving what has been mentioned so far aside, I would really raise awareness to the idea that when compared to Apple, Google’s gift was actually amazing, as Apple employees from all around the world only received an Apple-branded backpack, so when it comes down to holiday gifts, it definitely seems like Google is a better provider overall.

What do you think about Google’s gift?