Holiday Shopping Ten Tech Gift Ideas for the Holiday Season
1. Chocolate by LG ElectronicsCost: $129.99 plus 2-year contract with Verizon WirelessLocation: Verizon WirelessChocolate by LG serves as both a 1.3-mega-pixel camera phone and as a music/video player. Chocolate also comes with Bluetooth capabilities and a microSD memory port for extra storage. Chocolate is available exclusively from Verizon Wireless.
2. Nintendo WiiCost: $249.99 (expected cost at releaseLocation: various electronics retailersThe Wii by Nintendo features a small, compact design that takes up little space next to any television setup. The Wii is controlled by a motion-sensitive remote and is designed to be point and click, taking gaming to the next level. In addition to the remote are the classic gaming controller and a nunchuk used in conjunction with the remote. The remote and nunchuk give the gamer more control and ambidexterity than the older styles of controllers.
3. PS3: Play Station 3 - SonyCost: $499 for 20 GB; $599 for 60 GBLocation: Multiple electronics retailers, pre-ordering recommendedThe PS3 is the latest gaming system from Sony. It features a sleek outer covering, but there are some differences between the two models that are not immediately visible. The 20 GB model does not come with Wi-Fi support and does not include the memory card reader, while the 60 GB model does. Games for the system cost about the same as other systems, around $60.
4. Apple Wireless Mighty Mouse and KeyboardCost: Wireless Mighty Mouse - $69; Wireless Keyboard - $59Location: apple.com or Apple stores across the nationIf a Mac has Bluetooth capabilities, then the Wireless Mighty Mouse and the Wireless Keyboard are the perfect solution to resolving a cluttered desktop. Simply install the software, make sure that each of the accessories has battery power and wireless productivity have never been easier.
5. Apple iPod: Shuffle, Nano, and iPodCost: Shuffle $79, Nano from $149, iPod from $249Location: apple.com or Apple stores across the nationEven though iPods have been around for awhile, they are still going to be a hot item this Christmas. With the introduction of the Shuffle Clip and color options for the Nano, this year is the perfect year for those on your list that are hard to shop for. The new Nano Product Red now gives $10 of your purchase to Global Fund to fight AIDS in Africa.
6. ZuneCost: $249.99Location: various electronic retailersThe Zune from Microsoft has 30 GB of space for 7,500 songs, 25,000 photos and more than 100 hours of video. Coming in 3 colors, Zune allows for wireless file sending from Zune to Zune.
7. Canon PowerShot 6 Mega-pixel Digital ELPHCost: $ 249.99Location: various electronics retailersThe Canon PowerShot 6 Mega-pixel Digital ELPH combines a small sleek design into a quality camera that produces great results. With a large 2.5-inch screen and 6 mega-pixels, the quality is outstanding.
8. Noise-canceling headphonesCost: $59.99 to $179.99Location: Various electronics retailersNoise-canceling headphones are the perfect remedy to the noisy roommate, the sometimes-loud dorm environment and any other distraction that tests your nerves. So sit back with that HIST 150 and block out the rest of the world. Noise-canceling headphones come from many different manufacturers and vary in costs.
9. Microsoft Xbox 360Cost: $299 or $399 depending on the modelLocation: Various electronics retailersThe Xbox 360 by Microsoft is another tech gift that has been out for some time but is still in demand. The Xbox 360 comes in two models, the basic system and the system with an included hard drive. It is possible to purchase an Xbox 360 used from retailers such as EB Games at a lower price than it would cost new.
10. Logitech-« Cordless Desktop-« MXGäó 3200 LaserCost: $99.99Location: various computer and electronic retailersThe Logitech-« Cordless Desktop-« MXGäó 3200 Laser combines comfort and ease of use into one package with an ultra-precise laser mouse, a keyboard that offers a natural typing experience and a USB mini-drive to match. The keyboard features programmable hot keys, one-touch Internet calling and a soft-touch palm rest.
Read More
Three Air Jam teams take home the win
October 12, 2012Nineteen teams shimmied, shook and flipped for a sold out John R. Emens Auditorium on Thursday night during the 25th annual Air Jam.
Bill Clinton Speaks at North Central High School
October 12, 2012Former President's Speech Could Have Effect on State Senate Race
