Gadgets and Gifts for 2012, Part II

Protect Your ID from RFID

RFID is everywhere. That’s the technology that helps scan items at the checkout, aids in inventory, is used on ID cards and allows key fob credit cards to work. Unfortunately, it also means that data on your credit cards could be vulnerable, even when they are in your pocket. Identity Stronghold Wallets were designed to protect your cards from unwelcome scanning, using the best RFID shielding in the industry. Each pocket on the wallets are entirely protected. Available in various men’s and women’s designs and styles. (www.IDstronghold.com; From $15.95)

Extra Power on the Go

Whether you use an iPhone, Android, BlackBerry or other mobile device, it seems like power supply is always an issue. But with the Duracell Rechargeable Instant USB charger, you can have hours of extra battery life always on-hand. The rechargeable power system works with any device, including phones and tablets, that have a mini USB port that allows charging, giving devices between three and 35 hours of extra life. It comes with a universal charging cable and is about one third the size of an iPhone, making it an easy bring along item when exploring the outdoors, or to keep in the car just in case. (www.duracell.com; Also at major retailers from $30)

Stay On Top of Your Mental Game

Stop choking on key shots. Professional athletes not only have the time to devote hours per day to their game, but they also have access to expert sports psychologists, who help them understand build confidence and focus. Now there’s a way for the rest of us to get those benefits, too. The Neuroactive Pro Mental Coach program for golfers was created by physicians and brain experts, providing a mental gym that helps workout, speed up and strengthen the entire mind. Comes with a money-back guarantee. (www.ProMentalCoach.com; $139)

Hit the Tees at Home and Have a Golden Christmas
One of the biggest video game hits of the past 15 years has been Golden Tee, with the standup projector style gaming units drawing competitive players at bars, restaurants and various other locations around the country. For those who love the game, but would rather stay at home, the Golden Tee 2013 Home Edition is a hole-in-one of a gift. The standup system is the real thing, not a console-based game with a puny little trackball. It includes a 39-inch high cabinet that connects to an HDTV, plus has every Golden Tee course ever created, along with contests like closest-to-the-pin. Users can customize their golfers with various clothing and equipment. When the round is over, it can easily slide out of the way.  (www.goldentee.com; apx. $3,500)

Shred Like You Mean It

Financial and security professionals know how important it is to never throw away sensitive documents, but even things like junk mail could potentially give away information. So shred them and do it with the most durable shredder on the planet, the Fellowes PowerShred 69CB Cross-Cut. It has jam blocking technology, is ultra quiet can destroy 10 sheets of paper per touch and has a 5 gallon waste bin. The PowerShred also has SafeSense Technology, which is a feature that automatically stops the shredder blades when fingers are near the paper opening. (www.fellowes.com; Also at major retailers from $209)

Make Security More Convenient

Wish it was as easy to unlock your front door as it is to just click to unlock your car? Whether you're in a hurry or your hands are full of groceries, sometimes digging for the door key is a hassle. The SimpliciKey gives the convenience of a clicker for your deadbolt, providing people with multiple options to easily lock and unlock their homes with the push of a button.

The key fob works from up to 50 feet away, allowing you to click it while still in your car or walking up, and also allows you to give remote access to service professionals, friends or neighbors when you can't be there. It also has a wireless keypad that can store up to 16 different user codes. Of course, it also can use a traditional key. (www.SimpliciKey.com; $249)