2008 Holiday Gift Guide: Tech

by Christy on November 5, 2008 · 401 comments

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TECH

 

 

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MotoRockr EQ5

Enjoy streaming wireless music and convenient speakerphone calls with the MotoRockr EQ5 Ultra-Portable Wireless Speaker form Motorola.  The EQ5 can easily connect wirelessly with a compatible MP3 player, PC or mobile phone over Stereo Bluetooth (A2DP). A standard 3.5mm audio input jack and cable also allow wired connection to almost any music source, including the iPhone. The sleek, slim design fits comfortably in your pocket.

 

BUY IT: MotoRockr EQ5 Wireless Speaker – $103-$120 {Seen @ Amazon for $84}

 

 

 

 

 

V-Moda Vibe Earbuds

Sophisticated style and sound… Vibe defines the “hearwear” category V-Moda has fashioned. Features: alluring alloy elegance, hi-definition sound, essential sport ergonomics (three sizes of ultra-soft silicone fittings included), noise isolating technology, and noise isolating technology.

 

Specs:

Compatibility: all iPod, Zune, MP3, DVD, computer, and CD players
Included Accessories: black designer pouch, modawrap, six pairs of silicone ear fittings (S,M,L) in clear and black
Frequency Response: 12 Hz – 22 kHz
Speaker Driver: V-MASQUE dynamic technology, 9mm neodymium rare-earth magnet
Cable length: 32” plug to y-connector, 13.5” even-length earphone cables
Cable diameter: 2.2mm optimal for sport
Plug: 24k gold-plated, straight 3.5mm (1/8”) stereo plug
Weight: 12 grams (0.42 ounces)
Impedance: 16 ohms
Sensitivity: 92 dB (at 1kHz 1mW)
Rated Input Power: 2mW

 

 

BUY IT: V-Moda Vibe Earbuds – $78-$101 (price varies by color)

 

 

 

 

 

Click Free {Backup Digital Photos}

A 2007 report from Deloitte and Touche noted that 85-90 percent of consumers don’t back up their computers.  Focus groups have revealed we find the backup process just too confusing and complicated. Clickfree hard drives and DVDs make backing up fool-proof.  If you’re old enough to know how to insert a CD or DVD in a player or plug in a USB drive into a PC, you can do this.  Because that’s literally all you do.  The process is automatic — as soon as the hard drive is connected to the USB port or the DVD is inserted into the tray — it starts backing up.  That’s it.  You don’t have to do anything else.  You can leave and do something else, and when you come back, your data is safe.

 

This would make the perfect tech gift for the non-techy on your list or just anyone who loves taking digital pictures & wouldn’t want to lose them due to a computer crash. In other words, this could be the perfect gift for just about anyone on your list! AND – it is a great value!

 

BUY IT: ClickFree Photo Backup (6,000 photos / 3 DVDs) – $13

 

 

 

 

Maxell Earbuds

Maxell, famous for their recordable CDs and DVDs, now offers a variety of stylish and price friendly earbuds. There is a wonderful array of colors and styles. The packages are the perfect size to slip into a stocking or attach to a gift wrapped iPod or other device. 

 

BUY IT: Maxell Color Buds, Peanutz, and Jelleez – $4-$6 each.

 

 

 

 

 


Sony Mylo {“My Life Online”}

The Sony Mylo is a  mobile internet device that keeps teens and tweens connected with friends and family via free Skype calls, IMs on AIM, Google Talk and Yahoo Messenger, and web access to Facebook and YouTube. Mylo uses a WiFi connection to keep kids in the loop without the hassle of monthly bills or long-term contracts. Mylo also plays and records videos and music files. The product features a full slide-out keyboard for easy typing, making the mylo an ideal personal communicator for kids. 

 

I’ve been playing with the Mylo & love it.  The games feature is great for traveling! {I’m also addicted to Solitaire all over again!}  There is even a matching game that is perfect for my son, so this will definitely be packed for our trip to Utah.  Setting it up to work with our wireless internet at home was simple & you can search for wifi locations. Also, most McDonald’s either already have free wifi or are in the process of setting it up.

 

BUY IT: Sony Mylo – $280-$300

 

 

 

 


Ten One Pogo Stylus

The sleek design of the Pogo Stylus features an ultra-light aluminum body with an anodized finish and laser graphics.   The soft tip glides easily over the surface of the display, making it fun and easy to sketch, draw characters, or just slide to unlock.   Sized for accuracy, it does away with the awkward typos and misfires common to fingertip-only use. Eliminating fingers has the added benefit of keeping the screen free of smudges and grease.   Designed to firmly hug the contours of the iPhone 3G, the Pogo Stylus travel clip will keep your stylus close at hand.   A second clip is included for the original iPhone and iPod touch.   Click the buttons on the left for details about the stylus, clip, and design materials.

 

BUY IT: Ten One Pogo Stylus – $20

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Absolute Software LoJack For Laptops

Computrace® LoJack® for Laptops Standard is a software-based computer theft recovery service that tracks and recovers lost or stolen computers & is backed by the Absolute Theft Recovery Team. If your computer is stolen, their Theft Recovery Team uses the software to track the stolen computer and provides local police with information they need to get it back and apprehend thieves.

 

BUY IT: LoJack With 12 Months Subscription – $42

 

 

 

 


Ultimate Ears

Ultimate Ears Super.Fi 5 uses the same custom speaker technologies and sound signatures found in their professional monitors.  The top fire armature produces a detailed and full soundstage making it perfect for listening to a broad range of music genres. The liquid silver body with UE logo is stylish, low profile and ideal for a person on the go. The earphones are color-coded (Red is Right) and makes for easy left and right identification. Cables can be worn down for casual listening or over the ear for active lifestyles.

 

BUY IT: Ultimate Ears Super.Fi 5 – $170

 

 

 

 

InvisibleShield For I Phones, Laptops, & More

The invisibleSHIELD™ is created from an ultra-tough, patented film that is exclusive to ZAGG for covering consumer electronics. Transparent and amazingly thin, the invisibleSHIELD™ is designed to precisely match the contours of every device, providing unbeatable scratch protection. ZAGG’s invisibleSHIELD is the world’s first and best solution of its kind, and the patent-pending application process will keep gadgets looking great.

 

BUY IT: InvisibleShield – Prices start at $10 for handheld devices; Approx price for laptop is $40.

 

 

 

 

Cell Keeper Professional

Fits any size cell phone, iPod, Blackberry with skin, Treo with extended battery, pocket PC or thin digital camera. This larger model CellKeeper comes in butter smooth and supple black faux leather with plastic hardware & metal halter square. Adapts to your preference of cross shoulder or waist positioning.

 

BUY IT: Cell Keeper Professional – $30

 

 

 

 

 

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WINNERS WILL BE POSTED 11/21 – 11/24. Winners must contact me by Nov 30 or a new winner will be chosen.

 

 

Ultimate Ears Super.Fi 5 – $170 {Giveaway = US only}

 

 



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Dddiva November 20, 2008 at 2:02 pm

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I have added your button on my blog- oh and forgot in last post but in USA. :)

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joanna smith November 20, 2008 at 2:53 pm

What I love most about these incredible Ultimate Ears Super.Fi 5 Ear Buds is the Ultra low profile and lightweight for comfort and fit. And, I also like that they are Color coded housing for easy left and right identification. I would literally use these all the time! I love listening to music and of course want to hear my favorite songs with the highest possible music quality. Thank you so much for the opportunity to enter.

Kristin Harvey November 20, 2008 at 2:58 pm

i love the mylo, i hope i can win it

Tammy Greer November 20, 2008 at 3:25 pm

Love this giveaway!!! Wanna Win!!!
I’m from the USA.

Kirsten November 20, 2008 at 3:42 pm

Motorola 89242 EQ5 Bluetooth Stereo Speaker System would be great for my husband and I love how the music stops and resumes with a call!

USA

Kirsten November 20, 2008 at 3:44 pm

V-Moda Vibe Earbud: Honestly, I love the color! USA

Kirsten November 20, 2008 at 3:46 pm

ClickFree: No software installation! So much easier. USA

Kirsten November 20, 2008 at 3:47 pm

Maxell Color Buds: I like the soft cusion part. So many times buds hurt my ears. USA

Kirsten November 20, 2008 at 3:48 pm

Sony mylo: Being able to do my emails anywhere at all! And I love Sony products. USA

Kirsten November 20, 2008 at 3:51 pm

Ultimate Ears: From what I read on Amazon, the fit and sound are amazing. USA

Kirsten November 20, 2008 at 3:52 pm

invisibleSHIELD: Scratch proof and REALLY thin. USA

Betty C November 20, 2008 at 4:14 pm

The ClickFree sounds like just what I need. Sometimes the effort to figure out how to back up ends up with me quitting.

Betty C November 20, 2008 at 4:16 pm

I like that the Cell Keeper Professional can be used for different devices. It isn’t designed for just a single type of unit.

Betty C November 20, 2008 at 4:18 pm

I like the InvisibleShield simply because it is clear. I like the look of my silver laptop and I really don’t want to cover it with some fancy design but I would like to keep it in great condition.

Betty C November 20, 2008 at 4:20 pm

Ultimate Ears sounds great with the exceptional sound quality and easy right and left identification.

Betty C November 20, 2008 at 4:23 pm

The Pogo Stylus would be perfect for me. I can’t ever seem to get it right just using my fingertips.

Leon Chan November 20, 2008 at 5:08 pm

After having so many decent earphones break on it’s own over the years. Having one of my own ultimate ears suoer fi. would be great. Listening to my huge CD collections and on a ipod on the bus after. I need that huge soundstage experience.

Brian November 20, 2008 at 5:55 pm

Very nice. USA

Michelle Simons November 20, 2008 at 6:17 pm

Ultimate Ears- The fit and sound are amazing. USA

Lanny Bender November 20, 2008 at 6:30 pm

I like the left and right delineation. Gimme, gimme, gimme!

twirlygrin November 20, 2008 at 6:57 pm

pick me! pick me!!

Casey Becher November 20, 2008 at 6:59 pm

The MotoRockr EQ5 looks very cool. I’d love to be able to hook up my ipod and jam in the house. (US)

Casey Becher November 20, 2008 at 7:04 pm

The V-MODA Vibe Earbuds look like they’d really stay in during a workout. Plus they come in Flashback Chrome to match my ipod.

Janet F November 20, 2008 at 7:43 pm

Thank you!

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Janet F November 20, 2008 at 7:47 pm

MotoRockr EQ5, I like
that it connect wirelessly with a compatible MP3 player.

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Janet F November 20, 2008 at 7:48 pm

V-Moda Vibe Earbuds, I like
that they are compatible with my iPod.

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Janet F November 20, 2008 at 7:49 pm

Click Free {Backup Digital Photos}, I like
as soon as the hard drive is connected to the USB port or the DVD is inserted into the tray — it starts backing up, it seems easy to use.

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Janet F November 20, 2008 at 7:50 pm

Maxell Earbuds, I like that they come in many styes and colors.

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Janet F November 20, 2008 at 7:51 pm

Sony Mylo {“My Life Online, I like that it plays and records
videos and music files and games.

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Janet F November 20, 2008 at 7:53 pm

Ten One Pogo Stylus, I like that it is fun and
easy to sketch, draw characters.

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Mark C. November 20, 2008 at 8:33 pm

I think it’s very cool that the Motorola 89242 EQS Bluetooth Stereo Speaker System automatically pauses music for incoming calls.

Kathy November 20, 2008 at 8:34 pm

The earbuds would be very useful around here.

dn6511 November 20, 2008 at 8:39 pm

Love the earbuds!

Angela Koga November 20, 2008 at 8:41 pm

Love to use those nice looking buds!

Cat November 20, 2008 at 10:03 pm

I soooo need to win some Christmas presents!! :)

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Lisa Yeagle November 20, 2008 at 10:03 pm

cool stuff

Christi November 20, 2008 at 10:09 pm

These are just to die for!! I love the invisibleshield, especially!

cyndie November 20, 2008 at 10:33 pm

I would love to win those

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cyndie November 20, 2008 at 10:34 pm

thanks for the chance to win these

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Lisa Yeagle November 20, 2008 at 10:51 pm

ulitmate ears would be wonderful

cyndie November 20, 2008 at 10:58 pm

I love the Mylo….great gift

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cyndie November 20, 2008 at 10:58 pm

Great giveaways on here

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Brandy November 20, 2008 at 11:22 pm

Count me in!!

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Some neat stuff!
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Casey Becher November 20, 2008 at 11:31 pm

I could really use the Click Free {Backup Digital Photos}. I lost so many pics of my babies when my old laptop crashed. :( (US)

Deci Worland November 20, 2008 at 11:32 pm

They look wonderfully comfortable!

Casey Becher November 20, 2008 at 11:34 pm

The Sony mylo COM-2 Internet Device looks so cool! I could let my kids play at McDonalds while I catch up on email. Sweet!

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