Yes, it's that time again. I've been working with companies to get my hands on what's going to be hot this holiday and here's a look at what I've got so far.
The Power Mat
Have you seen this thing? This is a mat that uses wireless magnetic technology to charge your devices. Think electric toothbrush charging but for your iPhone, Blackberry, Nintendo DS, even your headset! All you do is attach the adapter ( tips included) to your gadgets and from then on all you have to do is drop and charge! As a mom who has so much clutter in my life this makes things more organized and neat. Bonus features includes auto off once the device is full and quick charging speeds.
One of the items that's topping a lot of people's lists this year is a new laptop. People ask me all of the time what to look for when buying a new laptop? And I always say the same thing, “What do you want to do?” And today, for most of us it’s more and more about video and graphics like catching up on TV via Hulu HD or maybe even editing our own video from a soccer game? Then again, maybe you just want to surf the web and e-mail? So, the tip I give everyone is this: it's all about balanced performance and a great visual experience and AMD's "Vision" technology is really what you should look for because it will help you buy the machine that’s best for you based on how you or someone on your holiday list plans to use the machine, helping making sure you don’t over or under buy and bring home a system you’re really happy with
Next up is the latest and greatest in GPS tech! This is the Magellan RoadMate 1470 GPS device and it looks so cool! The screen is a really nice large size at 4.7" and it's packed with goodies. The features that I've found to be the most useful and unique to this device is the multi-destination and flexible routing, the AAA tour book that points out all kinds of places - saved me the other day when my son really needed a park!, and the clear spoken directions.
Looking for some gifts the whole family can enjoy? There's four boys in my house and they all love, love, love the new Nerf video game, Nerf "N-Strike" Elite! This was the best selling blaster game of last year for the Wii because it's just so fun to play. You put your controller in the handle, choose from one of four characters, and then you go at it blasting alone or against friends! This newest version of the bundle includes the game plus a new blaster which has a "red reveal" lens allowing players to see hidden messages, find secret paths and expose enemy weak spots! How cool is that!? The game is a must have!
Another great game that's out and is sending kids on big adventures is "My Sims Agents" for the Wii and Nintendo DS. The object here falls in line with a big trend I'm seeing, and that's becoming a special agent that solves mysteries! I like the fact that this game really encourages and enhances problem solving skills because you need to use your wit, intelect and gadget know how to solve puzzles and cases that will save the word! As you climb, balance and computer hack your way through the game you need to use your smarts once again to gather clues which lead you to exotic destinations like an icy ski chalet, spooky mansion and an ancient temple. My Sims Agents , from EA , is rated "E" for everyone and is out now!
