It's Here! The Holiday Buyer's Guide 2004

The Swiss Army Goes 21st Century

Everyone knows about Swiss Army knives, pocket multi-tools that have everything but the kitchen sink. Well now you can add a USB memory stick onto that list of features. This pocket-sized wonder makes a perfect stocking stuffer.

In addition to a 128 MB USB memory stick, you get scissors, a knife, nail file, ball point pen and a red light. The small knife is extremely sharp, as we unfortunately found out; we cut ourselves several times, while extracting all the tools from the knife. Be careful!

This Swiss Army Knife sells for $94 and can be purchased through the Swiss-Knife.com website

Sex And The Sidekick

If a regular cell phone is too boring for you, then try the T-Mobile Sidekick II. Mrs. Claus loves the flip-out screen and built-in keyboard. This seven ounce tri-band phone with an integrated speakerphone has enough features to satisfy any gadget freak.

The color screen flips out to reveal a full keyboard, so you can send and receive email or surf the Web. Keeping in touch with everyone is easy with built-in AOL Instant Messenger, and the integrated camera with flash lets you send cool pictures to all your friends. What more could you ask for?

The suggested retail price for the T-Mobile Sidekick II is $299.99; it is available on the T-Mobile website