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Kodak EasyShare One
The first WiFi digital camera, The Kodak EasyShare One, lets you snap a photo, then e-mail the photos directly from your camera to the Kodak EasyShare Gallery (formerly Ofoto), or to your WiFi-enabled computer for viewing. 4.0 megapixels, coupled with 256 MB of internal memory (about 1500 images) and a 3" touch-screen LCD display will enable your gift recipient to carry around their very own digital photo album. $599.95. Read the Digital Trends review; Compare prices

 

 

 

 

Canon EOS Digital Rebel XT
This easy-to-use camera has all the goodies to advance with you when you're ready. With 8.0 megapixels, and 3 AF choices (One-shot, AI Servo or AI focus), this high-performance SLR digital camera takes photos with exceptional clarity and tonal range, sure to impress the serious snap-happy recipient on your list. $1499.99. Read the Digital Trends review; Compare prices

 

 

 

HP Photosmart M517
Simple and effective, the 5.2 megapixel HP Photosmart M517 delivers impressive photos, has a clean, simple user interface with a 2" color image display and 32 MB memory, all at a very affordable price. $199.99. Compare prices

 

 

 

Canon Optura 600
Ready for a digital camcorder and camera combined? This is the one to grab. The Canon Optura 600 offers an impressive 4.3 megapixel camcorder as well as digital camera with a 2.5 inch LCD display, 9-point intelligent autofocus and 10x optical zoom. The double agent camcorder offers professionals and consumers alike sophisticated 16:9 widescreen videos and takes stunning photos. $1,199.99. Read the Digital Trends review; Compare prices

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sonos Digital Music System
Get in the zone. Multi-room digital music can be yours in up to 32 zones throughout the house. Wireless mesh networking technology, called Sonosnet, makes this possible, without interference from the microwave or other appliances. In a nutshell, the controller allows you to select the music in your local room, which could be the Sonos library on your PC, subscription-based Rhapsody Internet radio channels, or a auxiliary source, such as an MP3 player. For each zone/room, you'll need a Sonos ZonePlayer and speakers. The controller enables you to play the same music, or different music, simultaneously in each room. $1199. Read the Digital Trends review; http://www.sonos.com/

 

 

 

Outlaw Audio Model 1070 A/V Receiver
The compact, powerful, all channel driven 7.1 surround receiver includes all the useful features you'd want and more. The A/V receiver delivers rich sound with 7 x 65 watts per channel and stellar picture quality, as well as digital video switching and an unheard of 30-day satisfaction guarantee. $899. Read the Digital Trends First Look; www.outlawaudio.com

 

 

Onkyo DV-SP502 DVD Universal Player
Not just your average run of the mill DVD player, Onkyo's DV-SP502 DVD Universal Player takes home entertainment to a whole new level. The Progressive Scan Universal Player enables you to experience multi-channel surround sound as well as your own music on CDs, Super Audio CDs, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, as well as MP3,WMA and JPEG files through CD-R and CD-RW playback. Available in silver or black. $299.99. Compare prices

 

 

 

 

Logitech Harmony 880 Advanced Universal Remote
The Harmony 880 can be programmed on the web by an amateur, is simple to use and is less expensive than the higher end models. No technician needed! The unit is optimized for complicated HDTV and PVR systems, has a rechargeable battery and a color display. $249. Read the Digital Trends review; Compare prices

 

 

 

TiVo
TiVo gives you the freedom to watch exactly what you want to watch, when you want to watch it. Features, like the Wish List, enable you to program your TiVo to search and record all instances of Mila Jovovich, George Lucas, or That 70's Show. It's incredibly easy to set up and makes sitting through commercials a thing of the past. Purchase boxes in the amount of programming storage capacity you need (40, 80, 300). TiVo now offers two options with either a Humex DVD Player/Recorder or DVR with your TiVo package. The 40-hour box is $49.99 if you pre-purchase 12 months of service at $12.95/month, the 80-hour box is $149.99 plus pre-paid service, 80-hours plus the DVD Player/Recorder is $199.99 plus pre-paid service, 300-hours plus the DVR is $199.99. Compare prices; http://www.tivo.com/.

 

 

 

Infinity Systems' Cascade Loudspeakers
These uber-stylish loudspeakers are distinctive in appearance and feature slim-profile styling that is designed to complement flat-panel displays with the Maximum Radiating Surface (MRS) flat-panel transducer technology. Six models range from bookshelf models to floorstanding with a center channel speaker. Available in black, silver or real-wood cherry finish. $749-$1,599, http://www.infinitysystems.com/.

 

 

 

Pioneer Elite PureVision Plasma TV
Pioneer's Elite PureVision Plasma TV, PRO-1130HD, has a 50" screen and offers a bright, clear picture with blacker blacks, crisp colors, natural imagery and sharp details. Two detachable speakers included with the 1130HD, can attach to the panel offer impressive sound with the unit's three surround modes. Compare prices; Pioneer Website, $10,000

 

 

 

HP Pavilion MD6580n 65" 1080p Microdisplay TV
This giant high-definition, DLP TV offers a crisp picture, rich colors, deep blacks and incredible contrast on the 65" screen with HP's DynamicBlack aperture and Dynamic Video Enhancement. A/V hookups on the front of the set, behind a concealing door, make it easy to set up and change. $4999.99, http://www.shopping.hp.com/

 

 

Microsoft Xbox 360
The latest, greatest Xbox is here, but good luck getting one of these in time for the holidays if you have not pre-ordered. According to reviews, the Microsoft Xbox 360 is as good as you would expect and well worth the wait. With the CPU speed from three separate core consoles running at 3.2 GHz each, an ATI graphics processor at 500 MHz, it's beyond fast with sharp, high-definition picture quality. Boasting 512 MB of RAM, it's eight times more powerful than the original Xbox. The premium console has a 20 GB hard drive and allows for up to four wireless controllers at a time. Drooling yet? But wait, there's more. Not only is the Xbox 360 a gamer's dream, but it also plays DVDs, CDs, DVD-ROMs, DVD-R/RW, MP3s and JPEGs. $299.99-$399.99, http://www.xbox.com/

 

 

 

Nintendo's Game Boy Micro Retro
Nintendo honors the 20^th Anniversary of the Nintendo Entertainment System's home audio console with a fun and funky Retro edition of their Game Boy Micro. The new mini handheld console is as big as a cell phone and is maroon with a gold faceplate. It also comes with a $10 coupon that can be used toward the purchase of Game Boy Advance games. $99.99. Compare prices

 

 

Sony PSP (PlayStation Portable)
Portable entertainment fits in the palm of your hand with the Sony PSP. Play games, listen to music, surf the web, view photos and watch movies and videos from this slim, 6.7" x 2.9" multimedia unit with a 4.3" display. The PSP device includes an AC adaptor, battery pack, 32-MB Memory Stick Duo, headphone with remote control, soft case and hand strap. $249.99. Compare prices

 

 

 

RedOctane's Guitar Hero
Here's a video game that literally rocks. The Playstation2 game comes complete with a plastic guitar-shaped controller. You play by pressing the frets on the Guitar Hero SG Controller in rhythm with the scrolling "notes" on the screen and strumming. The soundtrack of 30 songs ranges from classic rock to metal, with highlights including Ziggy Stardust, I Wanna Be Sedated, Thunderkiss 65 and Iron Man. Choose your character and move up in crowd size as your career progresses – from small bars to arenas. $69.99, www.redoctane.com