So I decided to put together a bit of a Christmas list for all of you if you’re looking for some items that are currently big hits at the moment; I’ve kept the prices nice and mixed, so there’s something for everyone here. Throughout this article, you can click on the prices to purchase them.

I600 – INSTAFORECAST GLOBAL 5-DAY WEATHER ADVISER II

As the name says, the I600 advises you on the weather, as simple as that? Perhaps, but there’s a list of features that comes with it, hence it costing R1,298.00:

• Collect 5-day Weather Data from 5 different locations around the world
• Automatically updates the weather information every 15 minutes on your InstaForecast device
• 5 day weather forecast including daily Hi and Low temperature forecast from zip code based weather zones
• Local Weather Forecast from built-in barometric pressure chip
• “Local” indoor and outdoor temperature
• “Local” indoor and outdoor humidity
• Automatic clock and calendar synchronization from the internet

Pretty nifty little device for a traveler or something who’s interested in knowing exactly what the weather’s going to do!

KINDLE WIRELESS READING DEVICE

The Kindle is a top seller at the moment, it’s found its way into the South African market in a powerful way and is being praised across the board. If you don’t know what the Kindle is, well, it’s basically a device that you can load books onto and either read or be read to. To get books, you can purchase them through Amazon. It retails for R2,995.00 (29,950eB).

RUBIK’S CUBE 360

Another popular item at the moment is the all new Rubik’s Cube 360, which is the new and improved version on the traditional Rubik’s Cube. I’ve not played with one myself, but I’ve heard that it’s quite the challenge and worth the small price of R346.00!

TOOLLOGIK SURVIVAL CREDIT CARD TOOL SVC

Lightweight and thin enough to fit into your wallet this ingenius survival card contains essential items to ensure you have everything you need when you need it. An essential must have for campers, outdoorsmen, hikers or anyone looking to follow the scouts motto and be prepared. Makes a great gift too at just R249.00.

BAR210 WEATHER LIGHT

Designed in an oval-shape, the Oregon Scientific Weather Light shows forecasted weather by lighting up different weather icons in different colours. It comes with motion sensor, so just a wave of the hand can change the display between time and indoor temperature. Very neato device indeed, and a bit cheaper than the I600 (above), it goes for R798.00

ANTWORKS ANY HABITAT WITH ILLUMINATOR

So you’ve managed to successfully colonise your insect race with the original Antworks, but you’re looking for a new challenge – nocturnal ant civilisation! With the newly-illuminated version of the Antworks ant farm, you’ll be able to see how your carefully-nurtured insect allies get on at night time, thanks to the cool blue light that emanates from it. Cool idea for the insect guru or perhaps even a kid, retails for R549.00

DIGITAL PHOTO KEYRINGS

One of the latest trends in the geek world is photo frames, which have electronic devices built into them that allow you to change the photographs with your computer. In other words, instead of taking a photograph and framing it the traditional way, you take the photograph with your digital camera and load it in the device and it appears in the frame. Now, with the keyrings, it’s just a little frame that you can keep updating – damn awesome for just about R250.00!

FREELOADER PRO PORTABLE SOLAR CHARGER

Freeloader Pro is the ultimate solar charger capable of powering virtually every electrical device, anywhere in the world, whether on a beach, a mountain, jungle or the Polar ice cap. Freeloader Pro uses its high power solar panels or USB (cable supplied) to quickly charge its internal battery (7 – 9 hours in sunny conditions). You can read more when you click the price of R1,199.00

4X4 CAMPER KIT

The 4×4 Camper Kit is the complete power solution for your outdoor adventures. The unit is easy to carry and can be stored neatly and safely during your long distance travels. The Camper Kit comes standard with a 70W high spec solar panel, 2 sets of tilting legs, a 20m solar panel connection cord and a power box complete with regulator, 4 outlets, a switch and panel plugs – All this for R8,265.00

STUFF MAGAZINE

The magazine that has every single gadget you can think of! I’m a subscriber, so I know how cool this magazine is – I sit and drool over all the amazing technology products! For a magazine this jam packed, R125.78 for 6 issues is worth it!

So there you go, my list of cool items you might want to add to your shopping list.

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