The most popular smartphone gets even smarter with Siri, the personal assistant.
The shorter, grayer days (and incessant deal emails) tell us it's that time of the year again already. We tapped the collective intelligence
of the thousands of products the gdgt community wants (and bought) this year as a basis for this handy guide of about a hundred products
to give -- or, you know, receive.
- cellphones
- tablets
- portable media players
- e-book readers
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Gaming >
consoles (portable) -
Gaming >
consoles (home) -
Gaming >
controllers / gamepads -
Headsets >
headsets - cameras
- camcorders
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Computers >
laptops / portables -
Computers >
desktops - headphones
- fitness devices
- digital photo frames
- gps
- hdtvs / televisions
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Home theater >
digital media players -
Home theater >
remotes / controllers -
Networking >
routers
Cellphones
The first phone running Ice Cream Sandwich, the latest version of Android.
Finally, Windows Phone gets a phone worthy of its beautiful user interface.
A great Android device available from the carrier of your choice.
The classic RAZR brand is back, and this time it's got Android.
Finally, an iPhone available for free (with contract on AT&T)!
Tablets
Now with iOS5, the iPad 2 just gets better and better. Accept no substitutes!
Access Amazon's vast library of content with their first Kindle tablet.
Take notes by hand when on-the-go with this 7-inch Android tablet.
Portable media players
Everyone loves the do-it-all player that's now even more affordable.
Everything you love about Android without needing a wireless plan.
The ever-affordable nano now tracks your workouts better -- even wear it as a watch!
E-book readers
Read a book or browse the web with the first e-ink touchscreen Kindle.
No ads and a crisp e-ink screen make this a solid reading experience.
Starting at $79, this is a no-brainer introduction to the world of e-books.
Consoles (portable)
A recent price drop and new A-list titles make this one to pick up for the kids.
Great games still continue to be released for the non-3D DS family.
Pick up some PSP Favorites for the low price of $9.99, or Greatest Hits for $19.99.
Consoles (home)
The top console of 2011! Pair it with Kinect and be the life of the party.
Sony continues to release great exclusives for their slimmer, redesigned console.
New titles like Skyward Sword will have you picking up the Wiimote once more.
Controllers / gamepads
An instant classic, the 3D motion camera uses your body as the controller.
The ultimate console controller. Give 'em the advantage they need!
Precise motion control for all your favorite compatible PC titles.
Headsets
Great sound and custom designs make it great for competitive or casual gaming.
A programmable wireless headset with 7.1 surround sound and superb audio.
This 5.1 channel headset can be daisy-chained for team chat.
Cameras
The best compact digital camera on the market, now even better!
An entirely new way to take photos: shoot now, focus later.
Take crisp, clear pictures with this portable interchangeable lens camera.
If you want lenses, fast autofocus and a touchscreen display, look no further!
Another great interchangeable lens camera in a compact size.
Retro style, professional quality, all in a compact package.
Camcorders
Shoot and instantly project video from the same device. +5 future points.
We wouldn't want to record our holidays in 3D, but maybe your crazy parents would.
Resolving to go base-jumping next year? At least equip this GPS-enabled sportcam.
Laptops / portables
The Air is thinner, lighter, and faster than ever, but still affordable.
Cloud-based Chromebooks means no tech support for them -- OR you!
A great, lightweight, low-priced option for the road warrior in your life.
The ultimate gaming laptop by the maker of the ultimate gaming accessories.
This solid ultrabook is a great PC alternative to the MacBook Air.
Take games to the next dimension with this 3D beast!
Desktops
It's hard to argue with the simplicity of the original all-in-one computer.
This tiny tower is small and sexy enough that you won't want to hide it under a desk.
A great first (or second) Mac, Apples don't come any smaller and more affordable.
Headphones
Great sound quality at a reasonable price from the legendary folks at Shure.
They may not be the sexiest, but for under $100 they can deliver some decent audio.
Striking, beautiful cans with sound quality that lives up to their design.
Fitness devices
Track walking, sleep, and even flights climbed with this unobtrusive clip-on device.
Keep track of fitness and sleep with a wristband you never have to take off.
Not very subtle, but help 'em keep tabs on weight and BMI with a WiFi-enabled scale.
Digital photo frames
Email photos to this frame and create customized "playlists" of snapshots.
Wake up with news, weather, and sports scores, all at the touch of a screen.
Over 1500 possible applications, from photo sharing to social networking.
GPS
Travel North America with voice recognition and Bluetooth calling.
Take a trip with this thin auto navigator that can even tell you the optimal lane.
A great beginner's device for geocaching.
HDTVs / televisions
With Samsung's SMART TV apps you'll never be without something to watch.
World-class Panasonic picture quality brings movies to life.
Affordable 3D screen that's perfect for the dorm room or bedroom.
Digital media players
Sonos' most affordable wireless music system yet!
Roku's set top box gets even smaller and even offers support for games.
Finally, start cutting your family's cord with the Boxee Box.
Remotes / controllers
Without a doubt the high-water mark for affordable universal remotes.
Control up to eight devices from your phone or tablet using your home WiFi network.
Want to watch DVDs, Netflix, and soon HBO Go on your 360? This makes it easy.
Routers
Boost your parent's home wireless speeds with the E4200's N protocol.
Connect up to five devices at once to Verizon's 4G LTE network.
This portable router is perfect for creating a wireless network on the go.