Spring Break
Gifts for the gadget-holic who has everything
Issue date: 12/6/07
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Some people are easy to shop for on the holidays: the clothes horse, the bookworm, the adventurer. But there's one group of friends that's almost impossible to please: the gadget geeks.
It seems they always already have the latest camera, laptop or cold-fusion laser (not to mention these tend to be a bit expensive for the average gift-giver).
No problem: Our intrepid tech reviewer gives a few very cool ideas sure to please Dexter in every category.
Under $25:
KingMax Super Stick ($14.95)
2 GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive
Available at http://www.amazon.com
The KingMax Super Stick lives up to its billing as the world's thinnest flash drive. The drive's size is comparable to a stick of Trident or Orbit gum.
It's essentially half the width of a USB port, so when you plug it in, only half of your computer's port is actually occupied by the flash drive.
A hand strap and keychain ring are included so you don't lose this tiny gadget.
Leatherman Squirt ($25)
Available at http://www.amazon.com, Target, and Wal-Mart
The Squirt is a multi-tool from Leatherman. It's similar to your typical Swiss Army Knife, but it does each of the traditional functions much, much better.
There are two models, the S4 and the P4. Each model has a main function: full sized-scissors for the S4 and full-sized pliers for the P4.
Along with this main function, there are also tweezers, a knife, three screwdrivers, a nail file, a can opener and a ruler included in a small package.
The Leatherman is made in the United States and sports a nifty lifetime warranty for heavy users.
Under $50:
Foofbags ($36-$42)
Available at http://www.foofshop.com
The Foofbag is for the laptop lover who wants a stylish laptop cover to protect that thousand-dollar investment.
Foofbags come in a variety of artistic designs on a range of fabrics, including cotton and corduroy, ensuring a style fit for anyone.
Despite the fashionable cover, the case is nicely padded with a very slick satin liner. Foofbags also offers cases for a variety of cameras and iPods.
It seems they always already have the latest camera, laptop or cold-fusion laser (not to mention these tend to be a bit expensive for the average gift-giver).
No problem: Our intrepid tech reviewer gives a few very cool ideas sure to please Dexter in every category.
Under $25:
KingMax Super Stick ($14.95)
2 GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive
Available at http://www.amazon.com
The KingMax Super Stick lives up to its billing as the world's thinnest flash drive. The drive's size is comparable to a stick of Trident or Orbit gum.
It's essentially half the width of a USB port, so when you plug it in, only half of your computer's port is actually occupied by the flash drive.
A hand strap and keychain ring are included so you don't lose this tiny gadget.
Leatherman Squirt ($25)
Available at http://www.amazon.com, Target, and Wal-Mart
The Squirt is a multi-tool from Leatherman. It's similar to your typical Swiss Army Knife, but it does each of the traditional functions much, much better.
There are two models, the S4 and the P4. Each model has a main function: full sized-scissors for the S4 and full-sized pliers for the P4.
Along with this main function, there are also tweezers, a knife, three screwdrivers, a nail file, a can opener and a ruler included in a small package.
The Leatherman is made in the United States and sports a nifty lifetime warranty for heavy users.
Under $50:
Foofbags ($36-$42)
Available at http://www.foofshop.com
The Foofbag is for the laptop lover who wants a stylish laptop cover to protect that thousand-dollar investment.
Foofbags come in a variety of artistic designs on a range of fabrics, including cotton and corduroy, ensuring a style fit for anyone.
Despite the fashionable cover, the case is nicely padded with a very slick satin liner. Foofbags also offers cases for a variety of cameras and iPods.
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