Tech: SAVVY - 'Tech' out Dad for Father's Day
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Saturday | June 7, 2008
With Father's Day around the corner, the question on everyone's mind is: what should I get him to show my appreciation? Let's be frank: Father's Day is celebrated with half-hearted passion compared to that other day.
The roses, the breakfast in bed, dinner at an expensive restaurant. You know the drill.
We seem to forget that it takes two to make a baby, and despite the battering deadbeat dads get in the media every day, there are lots of great fathers who stick by their kids and partners.
So, what's gonna be wrapped up in the package for the big guy this year? Scrap all ideas of churning out the dad duds - ties, hankies and colognes. They are all played out.
Here's a list of five super gifts that covers the range of penny pinchers to high rollers.
Nokia N95
I've said it before, and I'll say it again. If I had to rescue just one device from a burning house, it would be the N95. The N95 has everything you need in a smart phone, and if any element's missing, I'm positive you can get that feature added.
The N95 uses a Symbian OS that literally has tons of free (I repeat, free) applications out there on the Internet. This phone is suited for all users, whether you're using it for work or play.
HP Pavilion TX1210us
Is your dad the type of person who's always got lots of work to do? Well, if he doesn't already own a laptop, this is your chance to give him an awesome gift. The HP Pavilion tx1210us provides the ideal convergence of features with the latest mobile computing technologies. Also, the HP Pavilion tx1210us is light enough to scoop up when he's on the go!
Flash drives
Last, but not least, are flash drives. Yep, jumps are now a necessity for anyone who has to work with a computer. The memory capacity of the flash drive should range from 256MB to 16 gigs. Do dad a favour and trash that case of Stone-Age diskettes and get the old man up to speed.
Olympus FE-210
Of the many digital cameras available, I highly recommend the Olympus FE-210 digital cameras. The Olympus is a cheap and cheerful gadget. Though it has limited features, the camera is easy to use. If Pop isn't very nifty with his fingers, this simple cam won't leave him scratching his head. This digital beaut boasts seven megapixels and triple optical zoom lens. Another cool component is the built-in assistance feature.
iPod Touch
Another option atop your Father's Day wish list could be the new iPod Touch from Apple. Apple manufactures the best MP3 players on the market.
The iPod Touch is the first touchscreen iPod. It also plays movies and surfs the Web. The iPod Touch is a great gift idea for all fathers who like nodding to their fave artistes.
That's a wrap
I hope I've helped broaden the menu of choices for your Father's Day buffet. If your dad has been a responsible parent, make sure he feels appreciated.
