Top 5 Christmas presents for iPod geeks
Posted by Luke
It's that time of the year when Christmas is breathing down our necks and if you're like us, you might not have got around to present shopping. In case you haven't, we have some ideas if you're shopping for iPod geeks. Here's a list of cool iPod accessories that would make your friend, family or co-worker happy (hint hint!). It's a mixed bag of goodies, so there's something for everyone, from kids to audio junkies. If there's anything else you think might be a better iPod gift, add it to the iPod Accessory category on TBSITW.
iSticky Pad (formerly iGrip)
Have you ever turned a sharp corner in your car, only to see your iPod fly past your eyes and out the car window? If so, then the iGrip iPod silicone pad is for you! Just plonk it on your dashboard and creates a grippy surface for your iPod or mobile phone. It doesn't use adhesives or velcro, so you won't get gunk on your iPod. A great gift for iPod lovers on the go. RRP: US$8.99 (AU$29.00)
Griffin SmartShare
The SmartShare is basically a headphone splitter so you can share your iPod's audio with a friend. Each output jack has it's own volume control so you don't have to listen to your friends psy-trance tracks at the blistering levels that he likes. It's a great gift for travellers who love to push their musical tastes on their frinds. RRP: US$14.99 (AU$29.95)
Hasbro i-Cat
It's the Tamagotchi for your iPod! The iCat has mood swings depending on the type and quantity of the music you provide. Don't give it enough and it's depressed. Give it plenty of beats and the iCat will be purring and groovin' over your desktop. It'll even bust in with some 'scratching' when it's really happy. The iCat has built in speakers to pump out your tunes and it can also listen to your music via it's inbuilt microphone. The purrfect gift for the kids or cat lovers. RRP: US$29.99 (AU$64.95)
Griffin iKaraoke
So your friend thinks they can belt out a tune like Janis Joplin. Now you can share the pain with iKaraoke. The device consists of a compact microphone that plugs into your iPod. It fades the lead vocals of your favourite tracks and broadcasts your wailing via a line-in cable or wirelessly through FM transmission to your stereo. The iKaraoke is compatible with the 4G and 5G iPod, iPod Mini and iPod Nano. A thoughtful gift for those Idol wannabes. RRP: US$49.99 (AU$99.00)
Bose SoundDock
If you want to buy an iPod geeks love, then this present will do the job. The Bose SoundDock pumps out a great sound witha great bass range and crisp highs for such a compact unit. It also comes with an infrared remote control to make it a great lil' shelf hi-fi system. The SoundDock is compatible with 3G, 4G & 5G iPods, iPod mini or iPod nano. RRP: US$299.00 (AU$449.00)
A big thanks goes out to the guys at Buymac.com.au for letting us check out these fine gadgets.
