I find it ironic that we dread so much the thought of finding gifts for the ones that bring so much joy to our lives. Like me, most people I talk to have a hard time coming up with original gift ideas for loved ones. We end up going to the mall or department stores to try to conjure creative gift ideas for the unique personality of each person we are close to. We end up settling by purchasing very uninspiring gifts. Our true sincerity and fondness for the person will never be fully expressed through the gift we get them. Our gift giving shortcoming is rectified by the fact that we receive an equally uninspiring gift in return.



If you'd rather go "hi-tech", there is a gel-filled 'scarf' you can buy. Keep it in the freezer and place it on the back of your neck when the heat begins creeping up on you. It stays cold for over an hour and the best part ... it doesn't drip!

Shop at thrift and consignment shops and online auctions. Some of the very best deals can be found at regional consignment sales. Check local parenting magazines and websites cute gadgets the locations of these.

Sony DPF-D70 7-inch Digital Photo Frame. Have you picture in this photo frame that is 7-inch with 800 by 480 resolutions, 256 MB of memory, with many display modes, 9 slide show designs, plus calendar and clock modes. It can even support a lot Unique gadget gift ideas for tech enthusiasts of memory card settings.

Nowadays, everyone has a laptop. This device isn't just a fashion accessory; it's also a necessity. One of the nicest things you can give to your guy friends and relatives is a laptop case. No matter how beautiful and high-end your laptop is it can look terribly ugly and low-class if you will use an ugly casing. Laptop cases vary in colors, designs, and materials. Choose the one that has durable fabric or cover. There are fashionable laptop cases available in stores today.

I may be generous, but I am also a bit of a procrastinator. I find myself shopping for these big events the day before they occur. That is why I like the daily deals websites; I can check them out anytime and there will be a wide range of items for sale. I just order the best gift; have the company overnight it to me, and the next day I am ready Innovative new tech gadgets to watch out for give. Even with the cost of overnight shipping, I still save money when I compare the same items at retail stores.

You also have a huge selection of GPS devices that are feature-packed and beautifully designed so if your budget permits, and your recipient appreciates the latest technology, check out the Garmin Nuvi 3790T, for instance.

I'm not saying that we should all start to sell our products in China (but maybe we should!). However, the Parker Pen product managers have shown us that it is always possible to reinvent our products in new markets. That should give hope to product managers everywhere...!