2005 Holiday Gift Guide

November 21st, 2005 | by Suzie Ridgway

Mobile Phones

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Palm Treo 650Palm Treo 650 smartphone
Just how smart is this phone, you ask? The all-in-one device, the Treo 650 smartphone, is a mobile phone that has the capability to handle e-mail, messaging and web access. It's also an organizer, an MP3 player and a digital camera that can capture video. This incredible gadget can even wirelessly connect to other Bluetooth devices and it works with just about any GSM/GPRS network worldwide - enabling its use with most existing service plans – making it the perfect companion for international travelers. Pretty smart, huh? $599. Free Shipping Compare prices
 
 
 
Palm LifeDrivePalm LifeDrive
Today's life is more demanding, and who has the space to carry around a PDA and an MP3 player? Combine them both with the Palm LifeDrive. This all-in-one device features a 4GB hard drive and support for video, audio and picture playback. Plus it syncs with Microsoft outlook, so you can take your meetings with you on the road. Free Shipping Compare Prices
 
 
 

 

Notebook Computers
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Gateway CX200XGateway CX200X
Get a notebook for a lot less dough for the kid in school. The Gateway CX200X has a 14" wide, pivoting screen, solid performance, and many extras, including an 8 hour battery, as well as the ability to take notes directly on the screen with a special pen. $1,399.99. Compare prices
 
 
 
HP L2000HP L2000 Livestrong Special Edition
The HP L2000 Livestrong Special Edition includes powerful AMD Turion 64 Mobile Technology in a thin, light notebook that is strong, powerful and has a long battery life. The package includes a 14" wide screen, yellow earbuds, Livestrong wristband, accessory bag and limited edition poster. $50 from the sale of each L2000 Livestrong Special Edition notebook will go to the Lance Amstrong Foundation for cancer research. $899. Compare prices
 
 
 
 
Desktop Computers
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Nascar PC DesktopNASCAR PC Desktop
NASCAR fans and computer geeks rejoice! The NASCAR PC Desktop comes ready to roll with 160 GB drive, ATI graphics, 8-in1 Media Reader and 16X Dual Layer DVD. NASCAR keyboard, scroll mouse and speaker system rounds out the extremely affordable package. $549.99, http://www.compusa.com/
 
 
 
Alienware Aurora Star Wars Edition PCAlienware Aurora Star Wars Edition PC
The Alienware Aurora Star Wars Edition PC is sure to thrill the biggest Star Wars-loving gamer in the house, loaded content such as movie soundtracks, wallpapers, desktop skins, fan club membership and game demos, as well as a high-performance gaming platform. The special edition comes in two case designs, the Light Side or the Dark Side. Whose side are you on? $1499, http://www.alienware.com/
 
 
 
 
Monitors
 
 
 
 
 
 
Dell Ultrasharp 2405FPWDell UltraSharp 2405FPW
Dell's UltraSharp 2405FPW, 24" flat panel monitor is currently the hottest monitor on the market. This monitor enables you to watch your favorite DVDs in their natural format while running multiple, simultaneous applications. The rapid 12 ms response time enables for crisp, fast-motion images while gaming or video editing. $950. Compare prices
 
 
 
Gateway 21-inch MonitorGateway 21"
The Gateway 21" wide screen high-definition flat panel rotates to accommodate either portrait or landscape mode with an articulated base. The monitor works really well with game systems and has the cool picture-in-picture feature. $599.99, http://www.gateway.com/
 


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