2009 Chrismahhannakwanza Gift Guide
With the Coolpix S640 digital camera from Nikon, the revolution will be videotaped. The newest Coolpix model shoots movies at 640 x 480 resolution and takes dazzling photos with 12.2 mega pixels for extra-large prints. Built-in features like Optical VR Image Stabilization, motion detection technology and high ISO capability reduce camera shake and increase clarity for brilliant images. nikon.com, $249.95
Recession, schmecession: no economic calamity will get you off the hook from holiday shopping. Get a jump on the annual consumer orgy with GO’s Holiday Gift Guide— with items ranging from affordable to luxurious—and spend your pennies wisely.
Master Mix
The domestic scientist on your list will love this limited 90th anniversary edition KitchenAid stand mixer in bright candy apple red.The gold standard for cooks since 1919, this heavy- duty appliance features a 10-speed motor, a five-quart glass bowl and three mixing attachments. Don’t even think of mak- ing your mom’s lemon meringue pie without it. williams-sonoma.com, $349.95
