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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 3 of 12)
Timbo Jun 11th 2010 4:37AM
I have my father to thank for the man that I am today :) He taught me such wonderful family values and ways to critically think and analyze the world :)
sara hauser Jun 11th 2010 5:37AM
Who else would love me unconditionally--all the time!
Tari Lawson Jun 11th 2010 8:53AM
My husband is the best in the world because he understands me, sometimes even better than I do. He is very manly, yet very compassionate with our kids.
Christine Jun 11th 2010 8:34AM
I'm going to talk about my husband because he is the best Dad I know. He's a very hard-worker, one of the kindest people I know, always very understanding and loving with our son and he's also hilariously funny. He's the kind of person who is always willing to help everyone. Thank you!
Samantha Aluse Jun 11th 2010 9:27AM
The Dad in our house is the best Dad in the world because he ALWAYS takes time for what is important to his children. Whether it is showing them something in the workshop, playing catch in the yard or just sitting down to talk, he takes the time. Sometimes he is so overworked he can barely get through the day, but he never lets that stop him from taking the time for what is important to his kids. Best of all - he always gives his time and attention with a smile!
Kristi C Jun 11th 2010 10:59AM
My grad is the best because she is a straight A student, academic letter winner in all subjects, lettered in soccer, a member of the Spanish Honor Society, a member of the National Honor Society, a leader and achiever at her school, Who's Who, and serves on a local junior board of directors while helping me recover from a stroke.
Holly Jun 11th 2010 9:59AM
I don't have a dad, but my husband is the best dad, he loves his children and is always there for them no matter what.
Laura Jun 11th 2010 10:01AM
My dad is the best in the world because he is kind, caring, giving, loving and so very funny
Thomas Gibson Jun 11th 2010 9:59AM
My father is the best in the world because he cares about his family and his country.
cathiem Jun 11th 2010 2:21PM
My son is the best grad(high school). Four years ago he asked if he could attend a high school with a religious affiliation. We were not into it at time because we try to support the public school system. It was a sacrifice but he did it and graduated last Tuesday. In hind sight it was the right move.
es1stgirl Jun 11th 2010 11:23AM
My hubby married me 14 years ago when I had an almost 14 year old daughter. He has worked hard all of his life to take care of his family, first his adoptive parents and then his married family. He has been there for me for the six surgeries for me, three for my daughter, the long illness of both of my parents and their eventual deaths. He works long hours at his job helping people determine what they want in life while his wants and needs never happen. I would love to have him win the Garmin so maybe he can find his true calling - chasing and filming tornados.
Melissa D Jun 11th 2010 11:37AM
My dad has sacrificed for his family and always put us first. Now, as an adult, I can really appreciate everything he's done for us. Love you, Dad!
lynda c Jun 11th 2010 12:04PM
My Dad is the best because now more than ever we have gotten closer than we were when I was growing up. We've had great talks and he has been my spiritual advisor this past year. It's been rocky, but he really helped me through this last year.
Minta Jun 11th 2010 11:45AM
My dad is always there for me and gives me great advice. He helps out with house renovations and makes sure I stay on top of my yardwork.
McKim Jun 11th 2010 12:02PM
My dad was a gentle soul. He never raised his voice, and gave careful thought to everything he said.
Monique Rizzo Jun 11th 2010 12:17PM
My dad worked 2 jobs to provide for me. He's the best.
Thanks for the chance.
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Sarah Hirsch Jun 11th 2010 12:41PM
My husband is the best father in the world. How do I know? Because I can see it in the way my children run to him when he gets home from work, the way they hug him so tightly as if they will never let go, the way their eyes light up whenever they are playing with him, and they way they tell him so simply, "you're the best dad ever!"
Wendy W. Jun 11th 2010 2:18PM
My dad is the best because he's always there for me! I'll always remember him taking me to Reds games and laughing with me over Seinfeld reruns!
Katy Jun 11th 2010 3:14PM
My Dad is the best in the world for several reasons. He's a supportive, loving husband, and patron of my brother and I. I've grown up looking up to the man that I am proud to call my Dad. He's worked hard all of his life, and has a strong sense of haracter. He's a simple man, and for the most part keeps to himself, but one thing is for sure- he loves his family with all his heart.
Lwally Jun 11th 2010 3:16PM
Before I was born, in the late 70s, my dad was a police officer. Unfortunately, his career was cut short when an underage drunk driver hit him, leaving him permanently handicapped. He went through alot (100 surgical procedures in a matter of months) but made it through. He had to retire from the force and by the time I was born, was a stay at home dad while my mum worked.
After a little while, he got back to working, one job was as a teachers helper at a school for mentally challenged children, and another job as a long-term substitute teacher for a first grade class (I was the same age at the time and boy was I jealous that OTHER kids got to spend all day with him!). After that he went into working security. No matter what he did for work, he was always in a role where he helped others.
He's probably the most selfless person I have ever known. Almost everyday after work he drives 45 minutes each way to visit my grandpa at the VA home. He never asks for anything for himself, and always lends a helping hand.
Lately he's been interested in learning more about technology and gadgets (he's fairly technology-illiterate). He bought himself a video camera and has been filming the family dog doing crazy pet tricks! I'd love to be able to win another little gadget he can experiment with in his free time!