2010 Holiday Gift Guide
Unsure about what you want this holiday season? Take a look at the latest games, films, gadgets and gizmos, perfect for the technically-advanced student-athlete of the 21st century.
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FEEL THE EXCITEMENT: Apple iPod nano 8GB & Touch 32GB, $149 & $299/apple.com The smallest nano ever now includes touch controls. For even more versatility, equip yourself with a Touch to surf the Internet. A simple tap on the screen allows you to access the ’net, watch movies, listen to music and immerse yourself in the App world. The HD video recorder and video chat add a personal touch to your conversations. |
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FLIP OUT: Flip UltraHD 8GB, $200/theflip.com The UltraHD Flip takes portable video recorders to the next level. Record up to two hours of HD video, then use the built-in USB port to easily connect to your computer and share footage with family and friends. The Flip includes image stabilization and shoots at up to 60 frames per second—perfect for capturing your high-speed action during games. |
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EAR WEAR: NOX Specialist, $80/nox-audio.com NOX Audio’s most durable headset allows you to listen to music, talk to recruiters and game online. The small yet comfortable headset is great for the tech-savvy athlete. A built-in retractable microphone enables you to talk trash to gamers one minute, then listen to your pre-game mix the next. The Specialist is compatible with PCs, iPhones, iPods and all other electronic devices that use a standard 3.5mm jack. |
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SHOW ON THE GO: FLOTV Personal Television, $150/flotv.com Ensure you won’t miss any of the live action during college football bowl season. Bring all the excitement of live sports without streaming or buffering. The 3.5” touch screen TV offers six hours of battery life—enough for long rides to holiday tourneys. Mobile channels include CBS, ABC, ESPN, NBC, Fox and others. |
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FILM SESSION: Take a break from studying game film and relax with the latest flicks to hit the shelves. The Pacific, $52/amazon.com |
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SWIPE THE SPIRIT: Some say gift cards are thoughtless, but they’re the perfect present if you can’t decide what to get someone or have to wait to purchase gear until a sport’s season begins. iTunes Gift Card apple.com |
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ROCK OUT: Power Gig Rise of the SixString Band Kit, $230/powergig.com Become a true Guitar Hero with the first rock game to feature a real guitar. No experience needed. Just pick up and play with your crew or take some time to learn some riffs on your own. It’s compatible with Rock Band and Guitar Hero games. |
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PACK IT UP: Targus City. Gear Laptop Backpack, $70/targus.com This multipurpose backpack purges disorganization from your life. A dedicated compartment protects your laptop, while others hold textbooks, CDs or DVDs and even an MP3 player—plus a cord-out hole that keeps it safely within the confines of your bag. | ||||||
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APPS: Fulfill your sports, entertainment and social needs at iTunes.com, where you’ll find more than 250,000 apps.
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GAME ON: Run, punch, swing and shoot with these action games for PS Move and Xbox Kinect motion gaming platforms.
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2010 Holiday Gift Guide
Unsure about what you want this holiday season? Take a look at the latest games, films, gadgets and gizmos, perfect for the technically-advanced student-athlete of the 21st century.
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FEEL THE EXCITEMENT: Apple iPod nano 8GB & Touch 32GB, $149 & $299/apple.com The smallest nano ever now includes touch controls. For even more versatility, equip yourself with a Touch to surf the Internet. A simple tap on the screen allows you to access the ’net, watch movies, listen to music and immerse yourself in the App world. The HD video recorder and video chat add a personal touch to your conversations. |
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FLIP OUT: Flip UltraHD 8GB, $200/theflip.com The UltraHD Flip takes portable video recorders to the next level. Record up to two hours of HD video, then use the built-in USB port to easily connect to your computer and share footage with family and friends. The Flip includes image stabilization and shoots at up to 60 frames per second—perfect for capturing your high-speed action during games. |
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EAR WEAR: NOX Specialist, $80/nox-audio.com NOX Audio’s most durable headset allows you to listen to music, talk to recruiters and game online. The small yet comfortable headset is great for the tech-savvy athlete. A built-in retractable microphone enables you to talk trash to gamers one minute, then listen to your pre-game mix the next. The Specialist is compatible with PCs, iPhones, iPods and all other electronic devices that use a standard 3.5mm jack. |
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SHOW ON THE GO: FLOTV Personal Television, $150/flotv.com Ensure you won’t miss any of the live action during college football bowl season. Bring all the excitement of live sports without streaming or buffering. The 3.5” touch screen TV offers six hours of battery life—enough for long rides to holiday tourneys. Mobile channels include CBS, ABC, ESPN, NBC, Fox and others. |
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FILM SESSION: Take a break from studying game film and relax with the latest flicks to hit the shelves. The Pacific, $52/amazon.com |
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SWIPE THE SPIRIT: Some say gift cards are thoughtless, but they’re the perfect present if you can’t decide what to get someone or have to wait to purchase gear until a sport’s season begins. iTunes Gift Card apple.com |
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ROCK OUT: Power Gig Rise of the SixString Band Kit, $230/powergig.com Become a true Guitar Hero with the first rock game to feature a real guitar. No experience needed. Just pick up and play with your crew or take some time to learn some riffs on your own. It’s compatible with Rock Band and Guitar Hero games. |
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PACK IT UP: Targus City. Gear Laptop Backpack, $70/targus.com This multipurpose backpack purges disorganization from your life. A dedicated compartment protects your laptop, while others hold textbooks, CDs or DVDs and even an MP3 player—plus a cord-out hole that keeps it safely within the confines of your bag. | ||||||
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APPS: Fulfill your sports, entertainment and social needs at iTunes.com, where you’ll find more than 250,000 apps.
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GAME ON: Run, punch, swing and shoot with these action games for PS Move and Xbox Kinect motion gaming platforms.
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