iPod. Being able to take my music/movies around with me in my pocket. It's so wonderful!

http://images.apple.com/ipodnano/images/buystrip_nano20090909.png

http://www.apple.com/ipod/compare-ipod-models/
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There are a lot of cool gadgets under $150!

For me, the coolest Gadget that I own and use almost every day is a Harmony Remote Control.

There are a variety of Harmony Remote controls, including ones that cost less than $150.

Here is the updated model of the one I own: Harmony 900

http://www.logitech.com/repository/1817/png/14959.1.0.png

Here are the things that I like about this remote:
#It communicates with both RF and IR. Your components don't have to be line of site to work. All of my AV equipment is behind a wall.
#It is macro based. You can press "Watch TV" for all of your components to be turned on and set to the correct inputs and levels.
#It connects to the Internet and is setup on your computer. You don't have to fiddle with buttons and bad menus. It's point-and-click. All remote codes are downloaded automatically from the Internet - just input the model number.

All-in-all, I love these remotes.
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I was going to say the Chumby, but that's $199. So, I'm going to go with the Aluratek AIRMM01 Internet Radio Alarm Clock with built-in WiFi, which you can get at Amazon.com at the link below in the source:

- You can choose over 11,000 radio stations worldwide with vTuner with no monthly cost
- Wireless connection w/ WiFi 802.11b & 802.11g to stream Internet radio
- USB 2.0 connectivity with a USB flash drive
- Ethernet connection to stream internet radio
- FM Radio with Great sound

If you are a student, I would say the Livescribe Pulse Smartpen, which you can find for $149 at the link below in the source.
Source(s):
http://www.amazon.com/Aluratek-AIRMM01-Internet-Radio-built/dp/B00192VWVY/r...
http://www.amazon.com/Livescribe-Pulse-Smartpen-Black-Windows/dp/B002NRKJOU...

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I'll go for a finger mouse. Only $10. So, I will buy the mouse and one of the others gadgets presented before...:)))
Source(s):
http://cgi.ebay.com/LED-LAZER-LASER-POINTER-POINT-COMPUTER-MOUSE-GADGET-M4_...

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The LIDS OFF jar opener by Black & Decker ($36.99 new) has been a godsend to me with all the arthritis that I have in my fingers.

Since I cannot open jars, the LIDS OFF is wonderful. It is compact, sits on the counter, is electric, you can turn the part that holds the jar in place to accommodate different sizes up to 4 1/2 inches in diameter, then you adjust the height up to 8 inches, push a large button, and the LIDS OFF does all the work of twisting off the cap!!!

I have used this regularly since getting it as a Christmas gift about 3 years ago!!

Here is a link: http://www.amazon.com/Black-Decker-JW200-Opener-White/dp/B00008GS9U

(Sorry that I can't figure out how to put a picture in here)

Jackie
Source(s):
http://www.amazon.com/Black-Decker-JW200-Opener-White/dp/B00008GS9U

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it's a dog tag but it's nice.
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One of the coolest you gadget you can buy is the Google Android phones. Verizon is selling this for $99.99 only.
Source(s):
http://ibtimes.com.au/articles/20091106/verizon-sell-htc-android-phones-onl...

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Das Keyboard Professional. Price: $129
Voted 9 out of 10 in Wired Magazine's Nov 2009 issue.

"Wired: Gold-plated mechanical switches under the keys make a nice old- school clatter. Fire up a cigar and pour a stiff drink--you'll be pounding out emails like Hemingway in no time. Recognizes up to six keys pressed simultaneously for your sick Warcraft macros. Two USB ports."

"Tired: No more typing on the sly while on conference calls. Zero ergonomic features."
Source(s):
Wired Magazine November 2009

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I like the Roku box... Allows you to stream instant watch netflix and amazon video on demand movies to your tv :)

http://www.roku.com/?gclid=CPC-oPL9_J0CFU8wpAodoluGpg
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iPhone 3G - though it requires a signup at that price.
You can also get it on eBay for that price.
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To be eally honest?

Pen and paper.

enough said.
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The cooest thing i saw was this laser keyboard that connects to your palm, ipod or other small hand held device. it can be found on thinkgeek.com its about within your price range. the second coolest thing was a blue violet laser pionter way cool .
Source(s):
www.thinkgeek.com

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Check out Think Geek for a bunch of cool/fun gadgets:
http://www.thinkgeek.com/gadgets/
Source(s):
http://www.thinkgeek.com/gadgets/

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iPod Nano 8GB version is the BEST!
Source(s):
http://www.apple.com/ipodnano/

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My current favorite techie gadget under $150 are the netbooks with embedded 3G. Most of them only dip into this price range with a 2-year service contract like this one http://www.pocketables.net/2009/01/verizon-wireless-offering-200-rebate-on-sony-vaio-p.html.

I love the idea of slipping a 2 pound netbook into my pruse and beign able to connect to the web from just about anywhere. Since I work online, this is the best techie gadget for me, giving the freedom to really work from anywhere without having toc arry a bunch of additional peripherals to make the connection happen.
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While that leaves out most of the new netbooks and tablet PCs, I did find one 7" netbook from Visual Land that would make the cut. Despite its unbelievable price, the compact PC has good reviews and has sold more than 50K.



Available at 6th Avenue Electronics: http://www.dealsvista.com/deal/visual-land-vl760-4gb-7-tft-widescreen-netbook-with-4gb/52309

Being more of a Zune fan than that of the iPod, I was kind of hoping that the new Zune HD would be more affordable, but not yet (I'm still keeping my fingers crossed for Valentine's Day).

But the release of the new Flip HD makes the first generation Flip Handheld Camcorder even more affordable than ever. The designer series Flip Mino is now under a hundred dollars.



Available from Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Flip-Camcorder-Minutes-Tribal-Inkblot/dp/B001V5JBLW/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1257783044&sr=1-9
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I don't know if its the 'coolest', but just to add to the list:
Its called the pogoplug. Its a device that makes your external hard drive accessible and shared on the internet.
http://www.pogoplug.com/images/sideimage_plug_1.0.png
It also works with your iPhone so you can grab music or send photos to it.

Here is the link to the site:
http://www.pogoplug.com
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