HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2006: Find the perfect holiday gift this season

 
 
 

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It's not too late to get a great tech gift. In fact, some of the year's coolest products come out in November and December, like the gadgets we've rounded up here. And if you want to find out which retailers cater to procrastinators, check out Shopper.com's guide to shipping dates.

MobiBlu Cube2

No doubt the cult of the Cube will continue with this new model, the world's smallest multimedia player. What it doesn't offer in ideal user experience, it makes up for in style.

MobiBlu US2

MobiBlu's wearable US2 is sleek and feature packed, but the user interface isn't very sophisticated.

Neuros MPEG-4 Recorder 2 Plus

The Neuros MPEG-4 Recorder 2 Plus is a "flash media VCR" that provides a straightforward way to get video content onto your PlayStation Portable--or any other portable media device--without the need for a PC.

Nintendo Wii

It lacks the graphical prowess and rich media features of the Xbox 360 and the PlayStation 3, but the Nintendo Wii's combination of unique, motion-sensitive controllers and emphasis on fun game play make the ultra-affordable console hard to resist.

Nokia 5300

The Nokia 5300 is a well-designed, user-friendly music cell phone that offers an amazing range of features backed by outstanding performance.

Panasonic TH-50PH9UK

Although its features can't compete against typical consumer plasma TVs, the "professional" Panasonic TH-50PH9UK's excellent picture quality and price make it the best value at this size, bar none.

Philips MCD515

The Philips MCD515 one-ups older, CD-only shelf systems by adding DVD playback. Pair it with a small TV, and you've got a great bedroom A/V system for less than $150.

Pioneer VSX-82TXS

With an extensive feature package, rock-solid build quality, and awesome sound, the Pioneer Elite VSX-82TXS is a worthy combination of everything we expect from a high-end A/V receiver.

Samsung HT-TQ85

Sexy tower speakers, great sound on DVDs and CDs, and HDMI and USB connectivity make the affordable Samsung HT-TQ85 an ideal mix of high style and home-theater prowess.

Samsung Jitterbug Dial

The Jitterbug Dial is very user-friendly, with a bright display, a large and tactile keypad, and many of the same characteristics of a landline cordless phone.

Samsung LN-S4096D

One of the best overall LCD televisions we've tested, the Samsung LN-S4096D delivers very good picture quality along with plenty of features and style.




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