For Kids

Item: Mouse and Keyboard
Price: $19.99 (mouse) $39.99 (keyboard)
Get it at ThinkGeek!
I do not have my own child under the age of 10, but I do teach them. One thing that I have noticed with the kids is the fact of how sticky the computer equipment is in their resource room. Also how their hands have not been able to adapt to the side of the mouse and keyboard. What a perfect gift for your little one with their own “kid” sized mouse and keyboard.~ Netzach

Item: Rubik’s Cube
Price: $11.99 (basic) $19.99 (mirrored)
Get one from ThinkGeek!
Everyone likes to get play things in their stocking. From age 10 up to and including age 58. What can be better then giving something that will entertain them and others for hours. Besides if all else fails, they will have the stickers picked off it within a few hours and placed back on. For a challenge, check out the mirrored cube with different sized blocks!~ Netzach

Item: Nintendo DSI
Price: $169.99
GA Amazon Link (in black)
This is the newest piece of portable gaming machinery from Nintendo. It has been on the market for quiet some time now, yet that still does not wain the appeal. The DSI is an upgrade from the DS lite. It has kept the same dimensions, and weight, yet has added additional features such as image capture with the camera, image editing, new downloadable content, sound mixing and other features. It will still play DS games, yet does not have the option for advanced games.~Netzach

For Teens and Adults

Item: Zune HD:
Price: $289.99 (32g) and $219.99 (16g)
Read about it on GA here!
Get it from the Zune store
Options are everything when it comes to picking out a portable MP3 player for your teen or tween. That’s why both the Ipod Touch, Ipod Nano and Zune HD are all options under this heading.  A little while ago I did an article on how competitively priced the Zune HD was and the specs on it.  I have included the link on the article for those of you looking to see the options.  Also, with the zune you can for an extra 15 dollars, have artist work etched onto the back of the device, and the color options are also available.  The pricing of a Zune HD is 289.99 for the 32 gig and 219.99 for the 16 gig.~ Netzach

Item: IPod Touch/Nano
Prices: varies – starting at $199.99 for Touch and 169.99 for Nano.
Get one from Apple.
Though these gadgets have been on the go for a while now, it is no suprise that it remains on our holiday gadgets guide. Kids are still wanting the newest piece of  technology, and with the Ipod, they are getting a bang for their buck. In terms of the IPod Touch, they are not only getting a mp3 player, they are also getting a media player, wi-fi capabilities, a portiable gaming system, and features that are normally found on today’s smart phones. As I investigated, Apple is really trying to break into the portiable gaming market with the Ipod Touch, having many harcore and casual games introduced into the media. In terms of the Ipod nano, this generations Nano has a new new features. This included the video capturing system, the Live FM Turner and the Live FM Pause. Not only can you now capture videos with the Ipod Nano, you can also tune into FM stations in your area. If that’s not enough, you can also pause the FM station and pick right back up where you left off.  ~ Netzach

Item: Barnes & Noble Nook
Price: $259
Read it about it on GA here!
Buy it from Barnes and Noble!
The Nook is Barnes and Nobles’ answer to the Amazon’s Kindle. The Nook which will be released on November 6th, is coined to be the “The world’s most advanced E-reader.” You figure that this would be a very hefty claim to make.  Well this e-reader appears to be able to do a lot. Not only are you able to take a small library where ever you go, you are also able to download new books though the Nook’s 3G and Wi-fi connectivity. The great thing with the Nook is the fact that you can share your books with other people for fourteen days if they have another Nook or have downloaded the software into their computer, IPhone, or Blackberry. Also, if you have left your Nook home and you wish to continue reading, if you have downloaded your own software onto you Blackberry, or Iphone, you can pick up where you left off.  The Nook has 2GB of space and a micro SD card slot to add more memory if you desire to. Other features of the Nook is the fact that it is not backlit, unlike most computer monitors, which causes less strain on a person’s vision while reading, the fact you can bookmark you place, mark up the pages, the choice of five different font sizes, you can try a book before you buy it, and there are thousands of free books available. Also, if you are thinking about purchesing this product, you want to consider getting the book jacket protector accessory as a stocking stuffer. They range in price and design from 19.99 to a 125.99 price tag.  The Nook itself is priced at $259.~ Netzach

Item: The Eco-Friendly ColcaSac
Price: Varies per style, 30-33 dollars on average.
Read about them on GA!
Get one from ColcaSac!
These bags are laptop and gadget sleeves made from burlap and 100% polyester sherpa fleece. They’ve got rugged surfaces engineered to handle the rough world with soft, scratch-free insides to safely protect your laptop or high tech gadget.  They come in a variety of colors, and styles, and have a decent price point.  Good for that gamer or gadget geek on your list that’s aways running around town.  ~ Cherith

Item: Tritton’s AX 720 Headphones
Price: $129.99
Read the specs on the Tritton Technologies site.
Get a pair at Best Buy!
These headphones are amazing.  They’re good for use with a PC, an Xbox 360 or a PS3.  There’s a switch box for use with the consoles, so you don’t have to switch them back all the time.  They have an attachable microphone that slightly flexible so you can move it around if needed.  And the headphones have thick padding, but aren’t very heavy to get distracting with long-term use.  They’ve got great sound, and a switch on the cord from the headset to help you adjust both microphone and headset volume.  Definitely worth picking up if you’ve got an online gamer on your list, or someone that enjoys their games at high volume levels.  ~Cherith

Item: Exo-Flex Console Skins
Price: Varies by System/Style
Get one at Exo-Flex!
If you have a gamer on your list that loves to customize all of their gaming gear, check out these Exo-Flex skins!  They come in all sorts of great colors, and are available for just about any gaming console or system or gadget that might want to be covered.  They’re easy to apply, have all the necessary places cut out so that they don’t cover up necessary areas of the console/gadget.  They’re heavy duty, and made to withstand fading and smearing and to protect the item from any potential damage from liquids (although we never recommend pouring liquids on your consoles to test this theory out).  Best of all they come with a life-time warranty.  Prices start under $20 but vary based on design and console. ~Cherith

Item: Xeno by Bigfoot Networks
Price: $105.98
Read the Specs at the Bigfoot Networks site.
See more data at EVGA.
Get one at Amazon!
This might be a pricey stocking stuffer, but if you have a gamer on your list that plays a lot of online games, it might be a must have. The Xeno is a small plug-and-play network card that prioritizes online gaming an bypasses your operating system for a smoother, faster online experience. This also means a better chat experience while gaming online, as well as protection for your computer because your running data through the card, and not your computer. And since it’s a plug-and-play card, installation is easy for gamers of all ages. ~Cherith

Stocking Stuffers

Item: Poken
Price:
Read about it on GA
Get one from PokenZoo!
After doing a little research and writing about it, I found that little gadget is great for those on the go, trying to make networking contacts, or those of us who are to lazy to write down all our social contacts.   If you want more information on the gadget head over to our article. The gadget starts at  dollars and is perfect for that social butterfly.  ~Yukino

Item: Mimobots
Price: Varies – starting at $24.99
Get one at Mimoco!
Many of the ladies here at Gaming Angels.com have been fans of this stylish USB drive for a very long time. As you can see when we found out that they where being made avaiable with our favorite little diva, Hello Kitty, you can say that a few of us went a little crazy. That being said, these USB drives are perfect for those geeks who enjoy wearing their pride on there sleeve…or drive. These mimobots are avaiable in the following designs, Hello Kitty, Halo, Domo,  Happy Tree Friends, Star Wars in the licenceed section while artist such as tokidoki. There are also contest winners and original designs.  Drive prices begin at 24.99 while some verison are in the bargain slot and are 16.99. (Note: These are normally not the licensed versions) ~Yukino

Item: WaSaBi Cases
Price: Varies based on style/gadget
Get them at WaSaBi!
These cases are perfert for that geek on your list that is into their games and gadgets, yet enjoys their Asian flare. The WaSaBi cases are the ultimate in art and safety for your gadgets.  Cases come in hard and soft shells, fabric covering and wrapping, and  metal casing. The cases are avaiable for gadgets such as the Nintendo DS and DSi,  PSP (3000 & 2000 ), Iphone (3G &3GS), and iPod nano (G4 only). Also as a side note, you can download the patterns for the iPhone and the PSP from the website so that you can match your device to your case.  Prices vary depending on device and type of casing. The iPod and iPhone hard and soft case are $19 and $17 dollars (US) per case respectfully, the DS, DSi and PSP cases are hard shell is $24 dollars, soft cases is $22 dollars, fabric wrapping and covers are $24-$28 dollars (Depends on pattern), and metal case is $28 dollars.~ Netzach

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