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The Gadling 2010 Dads and Grads gift guide and giveaway
Yes - you have just over a week left to pick out a great gift for the dad or grad in your life. This summer is tougher than ever to find the right gift, because new gear is being released at a crazy pace.
We've teamed up with Office Depot to select 5 fantastic (and affordable) gifts - but the best part is that everything in this lineup can be won. And better yet - we'll do our best to get your prize delivered on time for Father's Day!
Flip Ultra Digital Camcorder
The Flip Ultra is the most popular pocket HD camcorder on the market - with its pocketable size and great quality HD sensor, the Flip is ideal for capturing vacation moments, or for you to film your husband try to extinguish the fire shooting up from the grill.
Price: $149
Office Depot product link
Garmin Nüvi 1300 GPS navigation system
Is your dad or grad one of the millions of people who have never believed in the power of maps or asking for directions?
Help them out with a GPS unit. The Nüvi 1300 widescreen GPS unit features spoken street names and EcoRoute
calculations for fuel saving route planning.
Price: $129.99
Office Depot product link
Sony PRS-300SC reader pocket edition
The Sony PRS-300SC is not only one of the most compact ebook readers on the market, it is also one of the most affordable at just $149.99.
The reader has enough storage space for 300 books available from 100's of sources. The PRS-300SC also supports PDF and Word documents.
Price: $149.99
Office Depot product link
Ativa Mobil-IT Ultimate Rolling briefcase
With enough storage space for a laptop, file folders and an overnight set of clothes, the Mobil-IT briefcase is the perfect solution for the one-night traveler. Best of all, the bag features a removable laptop bag, increasing its internal space.
Price: $149.99
Office Depot product link
Ativa Mobil-IT Ultimate Organizer Backpack
With over 10 different compartments, the Ativa Mobil-IT Organizer Backpack is excellent for the over-packer. Its padded shoulder straps provide cushioning, and its internal laptop compartment holds machines up to 16".
The bag has loads of special features - including a headphone grommet, deep front pockets and a weight balancing structure, designed to reduce pressure on your back.
Price: $64.99
Office Depot product link
As we mentioned earlier - all the products in this gift guide are being given away - all you need to do is describe why your dad or grad is the best in the world.
The Flip Ultra is the most popular pocket HD camcorder on the market - with its pocketable size and great quality HD sensor, the Flip is ideal for capturing vacation moments, or for you to film your husband try to extinguish the fire shooting up from the grill.
Price: $149
Office Depot product link
Garmin Nüvi 1300 GPS navigation system
Is your dad or grad one of the millions of people who have never believed in the power of maps or asking for directions?
Help them out with a GPS unit. The Nüvi 1300 widescreen GPS unit features spoken street names and EcoRoute
calculations for fuel saving route planning.
Price: $129.99
Office Depot product link
Sony PRS-300SC reader pocket edition
The Sony PRS-300SC is not only one of the most compact ebook readers on the market, it is also one of the most affordable at just $149.99.
The reader has enough storage space for 300 books available from 100's of sources. The PRS-300SC also supports PDF and Word documents.
Price: $149.99
Office Depot product link
Ativa Mobil-IT Ultimate Rolling briefcase
With enough storage space for a laptop, file folders and an overnight set of clothes, the Mobil-IT briefcase is the perfect solution for the one-night traveler. Best of all, the bag features a removable laptop bag, increasing its internal space.
Price: $149.99
Office Depot product link
Ativa Mobil-IT Ultimate Organizer Backpack
With over 10 different compartments, the Ativa Mobil-IT Organizer Backpack is excellent for the over-packer. Its padded shoulder straps provide cushioning, and its internal laptop compartment holds machines up to 16".
The bag has loads of special features - including a headphone grommet, deep front pockets and a weight balancing structure, designed to reduce pressure on your back.
Price: $64.99
Office Depot product link
As we mentioned earlier - all the products in this gift guide are being given away - all you need to do is describe why your dad or grad is the best in the world.
- To enter, simply leave a comment answering the question posted above.
- The comment must be left before Monday June 14 2010 at 5:00 PM Eastern Time.
- You may enter only once.
- Five Prize Winners will be randomly selected to receive one item from the gift guide. Our judges will pick what you receive.
- Open to legal residents of the 50 United States, and the District of Columbia who are 18 and older.
- The total value of each prize is approximately $149.99 (Flip Ultra), $129.99 (Garmin Nuvi 1300), $149.99 (Sony Reader), $169.99 (Mobil-IT rolling briefcase) and $64.99 (Mobil-IT Ultra Organizer Backpack).
- Click here for the complete official rules of this giveaway.
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Reader Comments (Page 2 of 12)
Margaret Smith Jun 10th 2010 4:34PM
My grad is the best in the world because he's such a wonderful and giving son. I've been sick for the past couple of years and my oldest son has helped me in so many ways. I feel so guilty, having to rely on him to help do the laundry and clean, but he never complains. Each day, he comes home from school and helps do some household chores for a bit each day, before my younger kids come home. Plus, he gets wonderful grades. He's the best.
Thanks so much.
Peter Jun 10th 2010 4:43PM
My Dad fought in World War II. He never talked much about his experiences. I was some what unfocused as a young man. My Dad sat me down and explained that an education and goals were the only way to get ahead in life. Never throw away an opportunity to learn something and do something for your future. I finally listened and buckled down and went to college and made my Dad proud. Having a proud Dad is worth everything.
Andrew Gordon Jun 10th 2010 5:29PM
My dad is the best because he showed me how to give back to the world at large by donating his time with underpriviledged kids, UCP and coordinating parades.
Stacey Brown Jun 10th 2010 5:51PM
My dad is the best because he is always there for me, even when I was young and stupid and thought I knew it all! He is kind, generous and always put his family before himself! He is an amazing, dad, grandfather and father in law!
Denise S Jun 10th 2010 8:16PM
My dad is the best in the world because he has character, honesty, integrity and he has always been loyal and hard working.
ky2here Jun 10th 2010 8:18PM
Our grad is the best because she is going to save the world.
Cindy Jun 10th 2010 6:54PM
My daughter is the sweetest and most thoughtful child and is always willing to help others. She graduated this year and it is so nice to have her home!!!
Ret Jun 10th 2010 7:06PM
My grad is continuing his education and is an avid reader. He's raising a family and his an excellent husband and father, has a job and is going to school full time. He deservesThe sony reader. It would be perfect for him.
Jean F Jun 11th 2010 9:55AM
I admire my nephew because he has turned into a fine young man despite the fact that he lost his mother when he was only 8. He gets good grades in school, stays out of trouble, and is polite and respectful toward adults.
Jill L Jun 10th 2010 8:57PM
I would want to talk about my husband, the best dad in the world. He is so hard working and has sacrificed so much for his kids. He always puts me and the kids first.
SANDY Jun 10th 2010 9:08PM
grad works hard and goes to school while working ft
Falon Jun 10th 2010 9:49PM
My dad is the best dad in the world because he always told me I could be whatever I wanted and to never let my fears get in the way of my dreams!
Diane Baum Jun 10th 2010 10:45PM
My son the college grad is the best...because he beat a lot of odds to actually get into college and graduate.
Gloria S Jun 10th 2010 11:32PM
My husband is the bet Dad because he would do anything for his children and is still working well past retirement age to further help them
Joanne Schultz Jun 10th 2010 10:43PM
My father's worked hard all his life to provide for his family, sent 2 kids to college, fixed everything in the house, car, and yard that broke - whew - I'm exhausted just thinking of it all!
appletom9 Jun 10th 2010 11:44PM
My dad passed away almost twenty years ago. There is not a day that goes by that I do not think of him.
thank you
Elizabeth Jun 11th 2010 12:06AM
My dad is the best dad in the world because he drove 14 hours at age 78 when he learned that his newborn grandson was in the NICU!
Danielle Jun 11th 2010 12:35AM
My dad raised me completely on his own since my mom left when I was 7. Couldnt ask for a better dad!
Amanda Jun 11th 2010 12:41AM
My dad is the best dad in the world because he has been there for me throughout my whole life. No matter how mad I make him, he is always there if I need him.
Ade Jun 11th 2010 9:50AM
My dad is an all american hero. He served his country in Vietnam. He's religious. HE's a former FBI agent. he's AWESOME. He has the best stories and has lived a good life and is an amazing example.