10 Best Gifts for the Tech-Savvy Graduate

Graduation is around the corner - what are you getting the graduates on your list? Wow them with these fun, unusual, and really useful digital gifts.

Flip SlideHD, $279.99

Flip handheld.jpgThe newest Flip handheld video camera shoots up to four hours of HD footage, and its 3" widescreen slides open to play video back instantly. Plus, you can decorate the front of the camera with a custom image.


OrigAudio Rock-It, $49.99

orig audio rockit.jpgThe Rock-It turns any object (like a cardboard box, lampshade, or even doorjamb) into a speaker, by sending vibrations through a stick-on pod. Perfect for impromptu parties!

Nintendo Wii Console, $199.99

wii console.jpgThe basic Wii console comes with Wii Sports, controllers, and more. You can now watch Netflix instantly streamed from your Wii, making it an even better gift for a recent grad.

iPad with Wi-Fi + 3G, $629-$829

ipad grad.jpgOkay, it's a pretty generous gift--but you're bound to be any recent grad's favorite person if you shell out. Now that the iPad is available with Wi-Fi + 3G, it has more connectivity, making it an even more useful (and shiny!) gift.

Barnes & Noble NOOK, $259

nook.jpgGive the Nook to ensure that your favorite grad keeps reading even after leaving school. A recent NOOK software upgrade added the ability to read complete e-books in B&N stores and includes a beta web browser.

Clocky Alarm Clock, $39

cocky alarm clock.jpgRecent grads are guaranteed to get to their new jobs on time--if they hit snooze, Clocky jumps off the nightstand and wheels around the room, making sure that sleepyheads are out of bed.

Ultimate Key Finder, $34.95

ultimate key finder.jpgThis gadget makes work mornings a little easier--no more lost keys on the way out the door.

Handheld Paper Shredder, $29.95

paper shredder.jpgGrads may not have room for full-sized shredders, but identity theft can happen at any age. This handheld shredder runs on batteries and tackles up to five pages at a time and can be tucked away in a drawer when not in use.

Electronic Coin Sorter, $35

coins.jpgThe average American accumulates $600 in change a year. Give this to a recent grad and you'll encourage him or her to save up for a fun trip.

What's your favorite wired grad gift?


 

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