Sure, it's the thought that counts, but sometimes it is rather disappointing to get socks for Christmas, so why not treat yourself to some awesome gadgets with our festive guide?

Finding your way around

GPSes are all the rage these days, so why not jump on the Garmin bandwagon?

  • The Garmin Nuvi 205W features a 420 by 272 resolution screen, picture viewer, microSD slot as well as a 'Trip Computer' which calculates average speed, maximum speed and includes an odometer.
    Price: R2300
    Source: www.kalahari.net

  • For those wanting a rugged system, there is the Garmin Oregon 300, specifically made for outdoor use. It features a waterproof design as well as the ability to share waypoints, routes and the like wirelessly with friends.
    Price: R4315
    Source: www.kalahari.net

  • Of course, if connectivity is your thing, you can't go wrong with the Garmin Nuvi 780. With the ability to access content from the MSN Direct service such as local weather, traffic updates and news.
    Price: R2600
    Source: www.wantitall.co.za

'It makes calls too!?'

Smartphones have built up a huge following, mainly due to the iPhone ? but there are arguably better phones out there.

  • With offerings from Cellucity and other stores, prices will vary. But for the features, you can't do much better than the HTC Hero ? incorporating Google's Android operating system, touch screen, wi-fi, 3G HSDPA and a 5 megapixel camera that takes high resolution (2592 x 1944) photos.
    Price: There are various contract prices available at Nashua Mobile.
    Source: www.nashuamobile.co.za

  • Of course, if you're an Apple fan, then the 16GB iPhone 3GS is for you. Exclusively available on a Vodacom contract, the iPhone's packages vary, though you can be expected to pay in a hefty once-off price in addition to your contract fee.
    Price: Varies, though you can expect to pay a once-off cost of anywhere from R3700 to R6000 ? best get that second job!
    Source: www.nashuamobile.co.za

  • For the text addict or businessman, you can't go wrong with a Blackberry and its keypad. Featuring an email client, synchronisation, image viewers and the like ? the Blackberry Curve 8520 is a nifty gadget.
    Price: Varies, but the phone is free with selected contract packages. Other than that, monthly prices vary from R80 to R1500, depending on the contract.
    Source: www.nashuamobile.co.za


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