The white Diana camera is great for those who want to get into vintage-style photography without shelling out the hundreds of dollars usually reserved for the Lomo-style pictures. Warm, fuzzy lines look automatically aged -- and honestly, no one looks better than when they're shot with the soft, documentary-style Lomography. FredFlare

Dooney and Bourke, we'll say, is the epitome of luxury. So this no-nonsense iPad case is for someone that values function, but also craves a bit of form, as well. Dooney and Bourke

The ultimate gift for those adventurous, culinary types, this dehydrator will get them drying herbs and fruit like a pro. Also, the dishwasher-safe construction handles beef and turkey, meaning that next year, your giftee may give you a treat of homemade jerky. Amazon

Old school audiophiles may sneer at buds and laugh at those little white things made ubiquitous with the iPod, so we say, embrace the past. Eskuche is American-made and is slowly growing its rep as the go-to brand for stylish, affordable cans. These record-inspired sets are perfect for plugging in, turning on and dropping out. em>Turntable Lab

Though it looks like an iPhone, there is a reason the design world queued up to get the Arc Mouse: it is a beautiful, innovative accessory. Flexible, touch-enabled and wireless, this mouse is an upgrade for anyone, and a life-changing gift for the aesthetically considerate. Amazon

The unsung hero of the Apple family, everyone who owns the ultra-thin Trackpad is addicted. Taking the touchscreen intuition of the iPhone and moving it to the screen, users won't even need to lift a hand to click, scroll and navigate their screen. Apple

The open-source Arduino platform has caught on with DIYers, who have used it to build everything from 'Metroid' Arm Cannons to Tweeting Snuggies. Want to build a custom Facebooking kitty door? Grab MakerShed's Arduino beginner's kit, complete with Massimo Banzi's handy 'Getting Started with Arduino' book. MakerShed

RIM's current smartphone and tablet strategy may be incomprehensible, but there's no denying the sheer typing speed possible on the classic BlackBerry keybad. BoxWave's Keyboard Buddy brings clicky typing back to your smudgy iPhone 4 with a Bluetooth slide-out keyboard that doubles as a case. BoxWave

For both sci-fi and literature buffs, this exemplary collection of novels by Philip K. Dick (whose works have inspired such films as 'Blade Runner,' 'Minority Report' and 'Total Recall') will provide a wealth of mind-bending (and -expanding) tales.
Amazon

Get your media heavy lifting and backup done with one of Western Digital's Elements 1-terabyte external hard drive. Storage is so cheap these days, you should just buy two -- one for daily use and one for backup. Spliso

Not only is this juicer beautifully designed, but it comes in three key colors and delivers your carrot, beet and orange juices stylishly, in rubber-coated, matching glasses. Gracious Home

While the devastating pandemic known as Pac-Fever was seemingly overcome in the 1980's, these lamps serve as a poignant reminder of the millions of hours (and quarters) lost by thousands of pimply teens in arcades around the country.
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Sometimes, you don't need a lot of space for just checking e-mails and writing posts. This slight, but useful, charging shelf by Ikea hides all of your chargers and holds gadgetry -- acting as a storage unit or a small, understated desk. For those who miss having a clean'n'easy place to work, but probably skip this for the wireless keyboard fanatic. Ikea

While it isn't exactly BBQ season, this mini-flamethrower will keep your grill-happy giftee dreaming of sirloins and burgers. This curling iron-like device blows a stream of 1,256 degree air on coals, starting -- and keeping -- your fire burning. Bonus: With our $10 off code, "AOLLIGHT" you come in right under $70. Amazon

Handmade, recycled and certainly chic, gift a guy a piece of discarded typewriter, which turns into a personalized cufflink. For the discerning geek, of course. Uncommon Goods

Evoking old school, glamour-style photographs, this starter Holga is great for anyone that likes snapping pictures and misses the wonder of picking up photos from the drugstore. Perfect for someone who takes their images very seriously. Urban Outfitters

Take revered video game creator Warren Spector's incredible mastery of game design ('Deus Ex,' anyone?) and the rich history of Walt Disney's most venerable creation, and you've got a match made in both gaming and Disney nerd heaven. Incredible visuals, fast-paced game play and over 80 years worth of cartoon history combine to create an experience that's sure to please Wii gamers of any age.
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Forget chemistry kits; we've all seen enough lemon-juice electricity tricks to last a lifetime. Give the gift of geek to a budding scientist with the Discover Electronics Kit, chock full of hacky fun. Build a theremin, explore LEDs and photoresistors, and experience the excitement of having your own solderless breadboard. Sparkle Labs

Looking for an early escape from the monotony of the Christmas dinner table?Just grab this air rocket, assemble it with ease, and run out to the backyard while the rest of the family bickers about politics and religion. Just be sure to keep it away from your little nephew, because he'll definitely shoot his eye out. MakerShed

Sure, the otamatone may be a bit of a one-trick pony, but that trick is annoyingly cute. By sliding a finger up the top of the anthropomorphic instrument and making the face "sing", the player synthesizes a Theremin-style sound and warms any onlooker's heart. AC Gears

There's nothing worse than going halfway around the world only to realize you can't charge your laptop. This sleek Tumi adapter will let any world traveler use outlets in over 150 countries.
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Apple's ubiquitous white earbuds are unfortunately painfully unwearable for many users. URBANEARS' Medis line, available in a variety of colors, uses a unique two-point system to comfortably secure the earbud in your ear. The $50 buds also offer impressive device compatibility; you get a mic/remote adapter, a standard 3.5mm hookup and a socket for Nokia's wonky four-point plug. URBANEARS

The original version of this rad radio won the "accent on design" award. And while many have moved to satellite, the rubber radio can be taken anywhere: on the road, in the bathroom, at the desk. Classic AM/FM has never looked cooler. Conran Shop

Blenders are bland, and espresso machines are mundane. So why not shake things up this year, and give a distinctly unique culinary gift? With this package, your favorite techie chef will get a 50-recipe DVD, five food additives, and all the equipment necessary to set up a mini molecular kitchen. Besides, after a month's worth of simple carbohydrates and gut-stretching feasts, everyone could probably use some more bite-sized fare. Molecule-R

Any self styled 'Macgyver' would be ashamed to leave the house without this handy multi-tool, which comes equipped with a knife, screwdrivers, wire cutters, a corkscrew and bottle opener.
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Compact and square, this takes your laptop off of your shoulder and places it comfortably on your back. Not only does it have a snug sleeve (so you needn't worry about a case), but a charger and other essentials can come for a ride. While it comes in four colors, it's clear that purple's the best. Incase

This petite synthesizer is perfect for any electronic musician on the go. It's as fun to play as it is intuitive, making it ideal for those who want to experiment with sound... or just annoy their friends.
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What smoother way to break up with your girlfriend than with a Ctrl+Alt+Del necklace? OK, so the necklace's USB port pendant may not exactly get the message across. But after she opens it, just grab her hand, tell her what the gift's really called, and say something along the lines of, "I think it's time we force quit." Stare deeply into her eyes, and she'll understand. ModCloth

Limited-edition, this toy-for-adults is designed by SEEN, one of the godfathers of graffiti. The circuitry veins are from the 2005 version of the same toy, but this version is only around for a short time. Snatch it for the graffiti/circuit/collector freak. The rarity of the object will be appreciated. Neon Monster

Some people prefer a Zen-like level of organization, and for them, this Japanese-inspired felted gray laptop case will provide them with the pleasantly meditative act of gently unfolding their computer. Velcro keeps the flaps nice and snug, and the wrap, when not in use, is an aesthetically pleasing protective mat. Supermarket HQ

Sure, we do our part killing print with our Web journals and our iPads, but our friends at Make create such innovative, gorgeous glossies, we've gotta give it to them. Perfect for the DIY-er, this hacks-and-hints mag will please any discerning geek. (Digital subscription only $9.99). Makezine

For the zombie aficionado who's enamored with the hit AMC series 'The Walking Dead,' this biblical tome collects over 1000 pages worth of the celebrated comic book it's based on. Not only will it provide plenty of gore-filled thrills, but it'll also give its readers the bragging rights of knowing what perils await the show's cast.
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This holiday season, give the gift of life, without worrying about child support! This documentary series from the makers of 'Planet Earth' explores "the lengths living beings go to to stay alive" -- and it does so in breathtaking style. Just be sure to get the BBC version, and not the Discovery version, which, for whatever reason, is narrated by Oprah instead of David Attenborough. We certainly love Oprah, but, as any true 'Planet Earth' fan can tell you, there's only one Attenborough. Amazon

Made out of discarded keys, when the ASDF-refuse is an entire bag, it's slightly overwhelming. As a small, nighttime-ready clutch, however, it looks almost leather, causing onlookers to wonder if she's actually carrying a clever purse made of extra computer parts. Neatoshop

Know someone who might fancy a tag that reads, "TOUCH MY STUFF AND SUFFER THE WRATH OF KHAN"? We do. And we got them this to help them stay obsessively organized and weirdly possessive. Newegg

It's kind of a weird, over-looked fact, but college kids are in dire need of flashlights. From struggling to find your chem book while your roommate is asleep, to being the life of the party during a campus power outage, Muji's LED torch is stylish, lasts forever and can convert into a desk lamp. Muji

May the course(s) be with you! Cute, iconic characters are rendered 'Clone Wars' style at the bottom of this macho apron. Also, you can embroider your beloved's name on it! Williams Sonoma

Plush animals are really on a case-by-case basis, but this little Chewbacca, with his shiny black nose and renegade fur, is so freaking adorable that even your girlfriend (or boyfriend) would cuddle with him. Vader and Yoda are options too, but Chewie is clearly superior. ThinkGeek

Made to order, this ring is a great way to say "I Love You" without actually saying "I Love You." Casual and kind of nerdy, the nerd of your heart will appreciate the simple statement. Shanalogic

Social networking solipsists, your shopping season ends here. This app compiles every single wall post, status update, comment and picture from a person's Facebook profile, and publishes them in one aptly-named EgoBook. It may seem like the perfect way to trace the online evolution, of, say, a romantic relationship. But you'll probably wanna give it a thorough read-through before putting it under the tree -- because, after all, no one's Facebook history is completely clean. EgoBook

Moleskines are usually gifts you buy for people that you accidentally left off of your shopping list. But these Pac-Man Moleskines certainly aren't. Released in commemoration of Pac-Man's 30th anniversary, this set of vibrant Moleskines features pixelated cover images of Pac-Man, ghosts and fruit. Perfect for anyone writing a novel about how great the '80s were. Moleskine

Look, we can't attest to the bangin' sound quality of these guys, but the idea is so good that we'd absurd to not suggest it for your stylish friend living up north. Enjoy listening to tunes while also rocking small, understated knitted earmuffs, which are actual headphones. (Why are headphones called headphones and earmuffs earmuffs? Couldn't headphones be headmuffs?) Fred Flare

At our holiday party, one of our editors was trying to open a bottle of wine and sliced her hand on the aluminum wrapping. If we'd have given her this, she would have popped the vino effortlessly, and in style. Target

Part Wall-E, part that elephant-y thing from The Fifth Element, this little guy is perfect for desk eaters or sketching fanatics. He comes in three adorbz colors: R2 grey, evil black and a race car-inspired red. Fred Flare

These USB-powered, heated gloves are perfect for anyone who insists on working under even the most frigid of conditions (or whose employer refuses to pay the heating bill). Designed for office tasks and typing, these gloves let the workaholic in your life finish their TPS reports and stay toasty. Just tell them that old idiom: cold hands, warm heart.
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While the vocoder may be the precursor to dreaded autotune, we still love the retro sound of distorted voices. This enthralling book tells the origins of this voice-altering instrument in a way that will prove fascinating to any music enthusiast, regardless of their feelings about Kraftwerk. Amazon

With cell phones, computers, billboards, smart phones and even necklaces now equipped with watches, the only role those timepieces now play in our life are decorative. So opt for clean, futuristic wrist adorners, with myriad colors to choose from. Or start fashion's next biggest trend, and wear them all at once. ModCloth

Our EIC laughed at these, but to be honest, there is something kind of lovely about putting your shiny new iPod nano on your wrist. Not only can you coordinate colors and create what appears to be a high-tech, high price watch, but the metal/silicone band harkens back to our favorite '80s trend. Griffin

There's nothing that says "Happy Holidays!" quite so well as a blast of foam balls to the face. For those who prefer their holiday cheer to come in the form of rapid-fire, pump-action weapons of plastic destruction, look no further.
Target

Everyone has that one friend who loves dogs a little too much -- that guy who always addresses his canine as "Mr." or that girl who insists on dressing her Pomeranian like a Kardashian. With the Canine Twitterer, their pooches will finally be able to (sort of) respond to their overbearing owners, via Twitter. Just remember, there really are people who get a kick out of stuff like this -- and you probably know one. Hammacher Schlemmer

Imagine flavoring all of your food, with a satisfying click of a button. Great for grandparents, gourmets and gifting parties -- everyone wants to shake salt effortlessly... they just don't know it yet. Home Depot

Though only really for those that hail from Bean Town or the Windy City, these gorgeous maps are made of nothing but text, but actually still tell you where to go. Axis Maps

One of our editors bought this for herself and went out for an evening, and found herself surrounded by adoring fans... of her umbrella. Not only is this finely crafted from wood, but it also, apparently, is a total conversation piece. Leave the cell at home; this is better, anyway. Opening Ceremony

Not only is it quiet and unobtrusive, but this itty bitty heater is a great option for someone who lives far away. (You can even be a total cheeseball and write, "This'll keep you warm when I'm not around" on the card.) But if you're feeling selfish, sticking this under your desk makes the winter work week a hundred times toastier. Gracious Home

Who doesn't love coffee? And who doesn't love having a cool-looking coffee maker? The Mini Mill Slim is mini, it looks like a mill, and it's definitely slim. Check, check, and check. Amazon

This sleek, portfolio style case features molded memory foam to cradle a computer. It folds all the way up to act as a cover, and it's thin enough that it isn't adding extra bulk on the go. It's a laptop sleeve that means business. Isis