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Zune - It may not get all the attention that the iPod does, but Microsoft's Zune is just as good. It's just as sleek, comes in an array of color options, and it can do the same things as the iPod such as play music, video and display pictures. The decision comes down to which monopoly do you like better: Apple or Microsoft? Starting at $147.88 for 4GB at walmart.com
iPhone (AT&T) - We couldn't pick just one must-have cell phone so we picked our two favorites. First, the much talked about Apple iPhone for those of you on AT&T. The phone is cutting edge with the first-ever multi-touch screen with a virtual keyboard and buttons. Beyond the touch screen the iPhone is different from most cell phones as it can also function as an iPod. $399 with 2 yr. contract with AT&T
LG Voyager (Verizon Wireless) - Our other choice is the brand new LG Voyager which hasn't had as much buzz as the iPhone, but certainly holds its own on the features front. The Voyager improves where its predecessor the EnV left off which is by adding a touch screen. The phone also flips open to display another large screen and a full QWERTY keypad. $299 with 2 yr. contract with Verizon Wireless
iPod iMainGo - It is small and portable, but don't let this mislead you. The iPod iMainGo is a well-designed, above quality sound speaker solution for small parties and get-togethers. Just place your iPod (or other MP3 player, such as the Zune) in the case then connect it to the speakers using the built-in mini-jack and you're ready to start blasting your playlist. $39.99 at target.com
Photoshop Elements 6 & Premiere Elements 4 - It is getting easier to have professional pictures without a professional photographer thanks to cheap, high quality digital cameras and all of the photo editing software out there. A new release to the photo editing genre is the Photoshop Elements 6 and Premiere Elements 4 bundled together for an extra powerful editing, printing and sharing experience. With this software you can quickly and easily edit your pictures and videos to create professional looking photo albums, slideshows, panoramas, and more. $149.99 at bestbuy.com
Pyramat G-Flex Game Booster - These rockers are on every game and tech lover's wish list this year. The G-Flex goes much further than the basic rocker though. Connect the G-Flex to an iPod/MP3 player, DVD player, TV, or game system (PS3, PS2, Xbox, Xbox 360, Game Cube, Nintendo DS, PSP) and enjoy the 1" aluminum cone speakers imbedded in the chair that create a surround sound environment. The chair is lightweight so it rocks with ease and can be folded up to be transported or stored away. $27.30 for pink or blue, or $50 for black at amazon.com
- Chad Kennedy, Publisher/Editor-in-Chief
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