ZDNet Holiday Tech Gift Guide 2009

ZDNet's ultimate holiday tech gift guide. Gadget gift ideas and picks in list form. Dozens of product recommendations by the ZDNet Reviews experts you trust. Includes laptops, desktops, netbooks, computers, cameras, camcorders, cell phones, smartphones, headphones, MP3 players, GPS navigation devices, home theater systems and tech stocking stuffers.

• Lenovo's Windows 7 lineup of IdeaPad, IdeaCentre PCs dazzle

  Lenovo has revealed its new Windows 7-powered lineup of IdeaPad laptop computers and IdeaCentre desktop systems, and the consumer lines are positioned to visually thrill. Here's a look.

  

• Gallery: E-book e-reader list is growing

  With the introduction of Barnes & Noble's Nook, the market for portable devices that allows you to carry thousands of books is becoming crowded.

  

• Images: The top-10 best-selling PS2 games

  Nine years ago today, Sony's PlayStation 2 was released. Over the years, nearly 10,000 titles have been released on the platform. These are the top-ten best-sellers.

  

• Apple's new iMac is clad in aluminum and glass; multimedia optimized

  Apple has revealed its revamped lineup of iMac all-in-one desktop computers in 21.5-inch and 27-inch sizes. The new systems offer edge-to-edge glass displays and many multimedia-centric features in a slimmer design. Here's a look.

  

• Pure Digital Flip MinoHD pocket camcorder sports new design, larger screen, more capacity

  The second generation of Pure Digital's Flip MinoHD pocket camcorder sports a fresh design and now matches the larger screen and capacity of its larger sibling, the UltraHD. Here's a look.

  

Videos

• The month ahead: Will Droid do damage to the iPhone's mojo?

  ZDNet correspondent Sumi Das and senior editor Sam Diaz discuss the new Droid phone set to release in early November. Diaz also previews the ...

  

• Barnes and Noble launches the Nook

  David Carnoy takes a first look at Barnes and Noble's new e-reader, the Nook.

  

• Sony unveils new Windows 7 Vaio PCs

  Just in time for the launch of Windows 7, Sony throws a party for the new additions to its Vaio lineup, from touch-screen all-in-ones ...

  

• Sony announces new Readers 2009 lineup

  Sony is offering a trio of new Readers for 2009. In addition to a hands-on look at the Reader Touch Edition and Pocket Edition, ...

  

• The month ahead: Tech companies set sights on students

  As students savor their last weeks of summer vacation, parents are trying to decide which laptop will best suit their kids' needs. ZDNet correspondent ...

  

• Sony Reader Touch Edition

  The Reader Touch Edition is sleeker than the Kindle and easy to use. It's capable of storing thousands of electronic books and is both Windows and Mac compatible.

  

• Vizio SV470XVT 47-inch LCD HDTV

  A great choice for LCD TV bargain hunters who want 120Hz processing.

  

• Motorola Droid (Verizon Wireless)

  The most powerful and fastest Google Android device to date, the Droid offers Verizon customers a smartphone that rivals other touchscreen devices on the market.

  

• Apple MacBook (polycarbonate unibody; fall 2009)

  Apple's latest version of the popular $999 white MacBook gets an upscale makeover, while keeping the price the same. It's a strong alternative to the more expensive Pro line, if you can live without extras such as an SD card slot.

  

• Nikon D5000 digital SLR camera

  The Nikon D5000 digital SLR camera delivers a nice feature set, speedy performance, and great photo quality for the money.

  

Stories

• Holiday Gift Guide 2011: Our 20 favorite tech gifts

  What good is it to have the world's most seasoned line-up of product and IT experts if they can’t help you pick out holiday presents? With that in mind, we tapped our crack crew to help us help...

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  Image galleries | 10/26/11

• Holiday Gift Guide 2011: Digital gifts for gadget geeks

  Impress the gadget enthusiast on your list with these last-minute gift ideas -- without leaving your desk.

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  Blog posts | 12/23/11

• ZDNet Holiday Tech Gift Guide 2009

  ZDNet's ultimate holiday tech gift guide. Gadget gift ideas and picks in list form. Dozens of product recommendations by the ZDNet Reviews experts you trust. Includes laptops, desktops, netbooks,...

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  Articles | 11/19/08

• Holiday Gift Guide 2011: Our 20 favorite tech gifts

  RE: Holiday Gift Guide 2011: Our 20 favorite tech gifts http://url188.com/1065 http://url188.com/1065 RE: Holiday Gift Guide 2011: Our 20 favorite tech gifts I love Razer products, but the...

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  Discussion threads | 11/14/11

• Holiday Gift Guide 2011: Digital gifts for gadget geeks

  RE: Holiday Gift Guide 2011: Digital gifts for gadget geeks Steam holiday sale. That is all. Gift cards may be convenient ... but they are a bad gift Sorry, but gift cards are rarely cashed by...

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  Discussion threads | 12/23/11

• Digital camera gifts for kids (Holiday Gift Guide)

  There's nothing like a digital camera to put a smile on a kid's face. Here are some cool camera gifts to keep in mind as you hit the shops this weekend.

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  Blog posts | 12/16/11

• Holiday Gift Guide 2011: Tech gifts for young families

  What Christmas gifts would expectant parents want under their tree this year?

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  Blog posts | 12/23/11

• Holiday Gift Guide 2011: Gadget gifts under $100

  RE: Holiday Gift Guide 2011: Gadget gifts under $100 I've never seen the obol bowl before, I want it. Put that on my wish list. RE: Holiday Gift Guide 2011: Gadget gifts under $100 Another...

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  Discussion threads | 10/31/11

• Holiday Gift Guide 2008: Gifts for the energy-conscious

  cost to save pennies People are all so bothered about paying for electricity costs...but they will go and plop down hundreds of gadgets that presume to help them curb such costs....well, do the...

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  Discussion threads | 12/8/08

• Holiday Gift Guide 2008: Geek gifts ideas

  Gift list... Nope, sorry I am not "[i]just[/i]" a computer geek, but I am also a [b]DIY[/b] geek. On my list? Parts: Transistors (small signal, UHF, silicon switching, FET's, UJT, Hall...

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  Discussion threads | 12/9/08