2010 Gadget Gift-Giving Guide

Your Game Need Even More Help? Optimize Your Swing
Avid golfers will love the OptiShot Golf Simulator by Dancin' Dogg Golf, a virtual golf system that works by combining real golf clubs with a Windows-based computer program. The realistic and easy-to-use simulator features replicas of world-renowned courses from all over the world, allowing users to play individually or compete with friends on courses that include Augusta, Torrey Pines and Bethpage. All you need is 8 ½ feet of swing space and your clubs, then the system’s 16 infrared sensors read your club head speed, face angle, swing path and more for an extremely life-like experience. $399.95 (www.dancindogg.com

A Digital Take on the Magic 8-Ball?
Sometimes it’s fun to leave decisions up to fate… that’s where the Digital Decision Maker comes in, providing an entertaining way to resolve everyday business decisions, with answers that range from "Go For It" to "No Way." (But please don't use for investment decisions...) The device comes mounted with a sleek silver penholder and pen, along, includes a clock and has a touch-screen interface, while an engraving plate can be etched with a customized message. $35 (www.thingsremembered.com)

Clear the Air
Most people don’t like the thought of breathing in toxins and other pollutants, and hope their families aren’t either. The Humanair Personal Air Purifier allows you to surround yourself in a bubble of air that's cleansed of harmful pollutants, while also offering breeze-free, ozone-free and virtually noise-free operation. It's great for the office or the home, and has an LED alert signal to let you know when it's time to clean the reusable and recyclable filter. Available for retail in January 2011. (www.humanscale.com)

Pocketable Pics on Your Key Chain
With this techie gift, mom or dad can show off the kids in 21st century style. The new digital Photo Key Chain can hold up to 100 photos that can be easily uploaded by plugging it into either a PC or a Mac with the included USB cord. The compact silver key chain is small enough to slip in a pocket with a photo quality parents will be impressed to show off. The back can be engraved with a special message. $20 (www.thingsremembered.com)

$25 Can Help Change the World
If you’re looking for a deeper sense of giving this holiday season, the "You Can Change the World Card" from Opportunity International helps provide a lasting effect on the working poor in developing countries. This tax-deductible gift will is available in electronic format or as a physical gift card, allowing the recipient to support entrepreneurs like Myrna Delfin of the Philippines, who sells clothing and needs $350 to purchase more ready-to-wear clothing and a tricycle to grow her business. At www.OptINnow.org, recipients can read Myrna's story, as well as those of other entrepreneurs, to learn more about their goals and aspirations. Denominations starting at $10 (www.opportunity.org)

A Pen With Memory
For the on-the-go guy, the Personalized USB Pen from Things Remembered provides a stylish and functional accessory. The sleek polished gunmetal finish can be custom engraved and features a hidden 2GB USB flash drive. It also includes a gunmetal presentation box that can also be personalized. $45 (www.thingsremembered.com)