Ubergizmo Last Minute Gift Tips

I was too lazy to put a gift list together, but I get the question every day, so here’s a list of things to consider. You still have time to order that stuff online and avoid the panick.

Smartphone
The Treo 700w ($279.99) still the best smart phone for heavy users. For a lighter usage, consider the T-Mobile Dash from HTC (review) or the Cingular Blackjack from Samsung (free with select plans).

GPS
The Mio C310 / C310x ($249, review) offers the best overall value if you want a GPS without the non-sense options. The smaller Mio H610 ($413, review) is an interesting alternative, if you’re OK with the small display.

D-SLR Camera
For the best bang for the buck, I’d recommend the Canon Rebel XTi ($750) or the older Rebel XT ($575). If you budget permits, the Canon 30D ($1100) is excellent.

Cell Phone
If you don’t need enter information in a phones (think no Qwerty ), but would be pleased to have some smart phone mojo (appointments…), look at the Nokia N73 ($450). The software is impeccable and the phone is stylish. For “texters” who (for some reason) don’t want a full keyboard, go for the Sony Ericsson M600i ($320). If you want something that’s “just a phone” look at the ultra-thin Samsung SGH-t509 (cheap).

Huge TV
When it comes to big TVs, retro-projected models offers the best size/$ ratio. If I had to buy one right now, I would go for the Samsung HL-S6187W 61″ DLP ($1825).

Computer
PCs are making a comeback as gaming machines. A Dell 3007WFP 30” monitor ($1420, review) would be a very nice thing to get or to offer for this Christmas. If you want to offer a PC-related gift, storage devices such as hard drives either external or internal are a safe choice. Finally, to keep in touch with your family get them webcams (I did). I’m still recommending the old school Logitech Quickcam Pro 5000 ($62) – it has a better image quality than more recent Logitech models.

Camcorder
Who doesn’t want to keep this holiday memories forever? If you’re into action (snowboard, skating) check out the Samsung SC-X105L ($490) and its fiber-optic lens. If you are more interested by video quality, check out these two HD models:

• Sony HDR-HC3 ($1000, mini-DV tape. Well supported by editing software)
• Sony HDD-SR1 ($1400, Hard drive based. Software support isn’t great, but it’s just a matter of time)

Game Consoles
If you’re not afraid of being shot at, mugged or stomped over, try to get one of the new game consoles: Sony PS3 ($620+), Xbox 360 ($295+), Nintendo Wii ($510). Remember that when it comes to game console, what’s important is the games that you like, not the technical specifications. Check out this site: wiihaveaproblem.com

MP3 player
If you know someone who still doesn’t have one, an iPod ($74 to $459) is rarely a bad gift, plus, the new iPod shuffle’s clip is great to hang socks.

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