Holidays
Ease Holiday Stress With Fresh Gift Ideas
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Nov 26, 2007, 23:12

(NewsUSA) - According to the American Psychological Association, finding perfect gifts is a top source of holiday stress for 42 percent of Americans.

Don't let shopping anxiety get to you this season. These picks are sure to please anyone on your list.


1. For someone who has everything but time, Playaway (www.playawaydigital.com) is the first and only pre-loaded audiobook player -; allowing listeners to press play and go. With no cumbersome CDs or time-consuming downloads, it's perfect for the busy book lover. $30


2. Lost in wrapping paper? Help loved ones find their toys, keys and even pets with Loc8tor (www.loc8tor.com), the most sophisticated tracking device of its kind. Loc8tor's directional capabilities with on-screen visuals guide you to lost valuables and provide peace of mind. Loc8tor Plus' Alert and Panic feature warns if children or pets go beyond pre-determined boundaries of up to 600 ft. From $99

3. Gadget gurus can show off new toys in a scratch-free world! The ultra-thin invisibleSHIELD (www.invisibleshield.com) protects gadgets with military-grade technology, offering unmatched protection without concealing the gadget's sleek design. And we checked twice, it really doesn't scratch. $10

4. Brighten the sounds of the holidays with noise-isolating Super.fi 3 Studio earphones (www.ultimateears.com). Born out of hands-on experience with music legends like Van Halen and Madonna, Ultimate Ears' portfolio of rockstar-grade earphones is ideal for new bands and fans alike. $99

5. Your loved ones will drive safely with i.Sound RoadTalk (www.isound.net), a hands-free Bluetooth wireless car kit -; the first to be iPhone compatible. It plugs directly into the car's cigarette lighter and immediately transmits your conversations through the car stereo. You can also listen to iPods or MP3 players on the go. $94

6. Kids will be rockin' like stars with dreamGEAR's plug-and-play ShredMaster JR (www.dreamgear.net). The guitar-shaped controller plugs directly into any TV without an expensive gaming console, with chart-topping songs made famous by artists like Bon Jovi. $34

7. Guests are gone, but messes aren't? Eco-friendly Shark Steam Mop (www.sharksteammop.com) gets the party host off to a clean and healthy New Year, out cleaning chemical-pad mops without leaving any residue, and drying instantly. It turns ordinary tap water into a powerful cleaner, leaving floors safe from toxins harmful to children and pets. Additionally, it has no chemicals or disposable pads. $79

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