Awesome gift ideas for gadget lovers this new year

Target: Extensive web browsers, anyone who want to try a tablet PC or someone who’s crazy about Apple.

Price: $479.99

Why you should buy: If you’re already familiar with the Apple iPad, of which I am sure you are, then I would just be wasting time. Therefore I’ll just sum up why this makes for an ideal choice for gifting. The iPad’s amazing 9.7-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit multitouch display with IPS technology and 1024-by-768-pixel resolution at 132 pixels per inch, make it a great platform. 1Ghz Apple A4 processor, 16GB flash memory and Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for connectivity add wonders to the iPad’s genius in utility.

Target: iPhone users who click a lot of photos and want instant prints or prints very frequently.

Price: $191.55

Why you should buy: iPhone’s isn't the best when it comes to capturing photos, but its very widely used for its features and applications and isn’t a bad choise to click those special moments that happen instantly. And then you need those photos printed too, with the dedicated iPhone printer – theBolle BP-10 you can actually printer 4×6 photos on the fly. The BP-10 accepts photos via a dock connector using an app available on the App Store, here you can command the device to print more than one copy or even set up partitions as per your liking to create a collage on one page. The dock besides connect the iPhone and the printer also keeps the phone charged

Target: TV lovers who’d want to venture into the 3D realm

Price: $2,100

Why you should buy: When it comes to 3D TV they have been a rage this year which will continue over to the next year for sure. Panasonic Viera TC-P50VT25 is a big mean machine that’s born in the hype world of 3D to cater to our 3D home entertainment needs. Nonetheless, the TV isn’t any less in 2D department as well. Given the dearth of 3D content and extra expenditure of buying extra 3D glasses (though a pair is included) the TV's 2D prowess is still worth the reason to buy.

Target: For obsessed iPhone users who need the phone in their vicinity even while driving.

Price: $19.99

Why you should buy: When on the move in your car, we find excuses to jab back onto our iPhones, which could be dangerous, so the GOgroove FlexPod+ is perfect extension for your needs. The three–in-one superior mount design of the GOgroove FlexPod+ mounts the iPhone, charges it and lets you play it for your liking. Its fully articulating flexible neck and enhanced voice detection microphone for hands-free calls while driving makes it a wonder gadget in the vehicle.

Target: Geeky music lovers with a taste for everything pink.

Price: $145.00

Why you should buy: Music lovers, who prefer music on the move, want something that’s trendy and light therefore the redesigned multitouch iPod nano which is smaller and lighter than ever is an ideal gift. With 8GB capacity capable of saving over 2,000 songs, 24 hours of audio playback on a single charge and its 240x240-pixel resolution 1.54-inch TFT display just make it an ideal buy.

Target: Audiophiles who want cheap and quality noise cancellation headphones.

Price: $99.95

Why you should buy: Considering the fact that the Audio-Technica ATH-ANC27 headphones can block up to 85% of outside sound and cost only $99.95 make the headies a great giftable item. The over-the-ear design and compatibility with iPhone and iPod add to the headphone’s usability. Available with airline adapter and a soft carry case and powered by an AAA battery for noise cancellation features, the headphones can also be used with noise cancellation turned off.

Target: Any USB gadget lover, or someone who lives in a cold place.

Price: $25.00

Why you should buy: If you have been at home or work with freezing feet, you probably know the significance of owning anything that can warm those feet for you. So here is USB Geek USB Heating Slippers which may just serve the need in any kind cold temperature indoors. The Slippers have a warmer pad inside, which when plugged into a USB port heat up to keep your feet warm. Compatible with Windows, Macintosh, PlayStation, Xbox, the Slippers will keep your feet warm when you’re busy gaming, typing etc.

Target: Lazy buggers who would want to set and snooze alarm only on a voice command.

Price: $59.95

Why you should buy: Moshi’s new Reflection Clock lets users set time, set dual alarms, snooze, ask for indoor and outdoor temperature and record up to an 8 minute memo all on voice commands. Featuring a technology that listens, the Reflection Clock recognizes the user’s voice command without any additional setup. The Moshi Reflection Clock with additional features including automatic 9 minute snooze, custom alarm sounds, 6 nightlight colors to choose from and adjustable LCD brightness, is available exclusively at Brookstone.

Target: A gift suggestion for anyone who loves books and a lot of books.

Price: $139

Why you should buy: 2010’s market trends suggest that Amazon Kindle has generated the most buzz in the e-reader category, in spite of 2010 tablet revolution as an device for e-reading. The best ebook reader available at bargain price, the Kindle features Pearl e-ink display which reduces eye strain and keeps it readable even in the sunlight. Coupled with 3G and built in Wi-Fi the Kindle allows users to download books anywhere – without monthly fees. The Kindle has enough memory to store over 3,500 books and allows you to read them up to a month without recharging (Wi-Fi turned off).

Target: Mid-range cameras for professionals and semi-professionals who wont to make a difference in their photography.

Price: $1200

Why you should buy: This one of its kind DSLR captures 1080p full-HD videos and is a 16.2MP camera offering 6fps up to 100 shots and 39 point continuous autofocus. The Nikon D7000 with magnesium alloy top and all-metal chassis touts 100 percent viewfinder coverage, makes provision for dual SD card slots, has a dedicated movie record button and uses AA batteries. Providing great camera ingredients inside a durable body with better autofocus, what a videographer would like the most about the D7000 is its built-in stereo mic and control dial for adjustable shooting.