Tag archive: holiday gift guide

Getting fit is often an exercise (ahem) in getting good data. Taking a walk on a blustery fall day helps, but the more you know about your calories burned, your actual steps taken, and how many days in a row you hit an optimal heart rate the more you can make changes and see some success. These ten gadgets were tested over a period of several weeks and produced real results – we lost weight using them. Some motivate you by their sheer… Read More

Earlier this week, we told you about a playable version of Angry Birds created out of Christmas lights. And while these next two light shows aren't playable, they're certainly notable for combining a holiday tradition with two of this year's biggest releases from the gaming world. First up is a light show set to the epic theme from The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, which happens to be a multiple nominee in our 2011 Gaming Awards.… Read More

We're only a few weeks away from Christmas and that means that it's time to finally get down to that shopping list if you haven't braved the malls already. We've compiled a list of some of our favorite items that would make particularly good gifts for the females in your life. There are options for every budget and no matter which gift you choose, we're pretty sure she won't be disappointed.  Also check out… Read More

Buying gifts for the whole family can be a daunting task. Keeping track of everyone is a chore, and figuring out what to buy is even worse. So this year, rather than suffer through the anxiety of scrambling to get everything together before Christmas morning arrives, check out our list of high-tech gadget gifts for the whole family. Dad Motorola MotoActv ($249) The newly announced MotoActv from Motorola is more than just an MP3 player;… Read More

Christmas morning is right around the corner, and you know every kid in your life is counting down the seconds to moment when they can finally, mercifully rip open their colorfully wrapped packages of joy. So it's important to make sure you get it right, or face the wrath of an unhappy child. So, what to get? Well, high-tech toys, of course! Check out some of the best tech toys of 2011. iPod touch 8GB:$199 A recent study shows that Apple… Read More

There’s always one: that gadget-loving person on your holiday gift list that has everything. The moment you think of something they might like, you should probably assume they’ve already bought it for themselves. And the deeper you get into the shopping season with all its discounts and door busters that your recipient is also taking advantage of, the more difficult your search becomes. What you need are the most obscure gadgets, memorabilia,… Read More

While skiers flock to Aspen in January, and fly fisherman can’t wait to plant their waders in icy Montana rivers come April, it’s November and December that holds special significance for that special breed known as bargain hunters. Between manufacturers eager to bolster their numbers with strong holiday sales and retailers competing for your hard-earned dollars, the deals don’t get much better. And Black Friday represents the first day of open… Read More

The malls are doused in red, hearts keep cropping up in every display window, and a nonstop barrage of jeweler’s commercials implore you to buy something shiny. Valentine’s Day must be just around the corner. While you could always make the last-minute dash for chocolates, buy flowers out of a bucket on your local freeway off-ramp, or rack up a four-digit credit card bill for something in a red velvet box, we’re of the opinion that gifts that… Read More

eCoustics gift guide lists top-rated, sleek, stylish or cutting edge products that would make any recipient happy. Gift suggestions are searchable by price levels, “for him”or “for her”. All products are available online, and the Guide provides links to price comparisons from popular online merchants. This is a great guide and has plenty of pictures for you to look at. If you get a chance check it out.… Read More