The Retrevo product value analyzer is going full steam this holiday season. We looked at product features, ratings, reviews, prices, and threw in a little editorial wisdom to bring you this list of great holiday gadgets values. Here are some great values you can get with your Visa gift card, MasterCard gift card, or just about any other credit card company gift card or bank gift card.
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Cool Gadgets and Gizmos
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The iRobot Roomba has been getting rave reviews for years. A small percentage of users complain about not cleaning difficult spaces, broken units, and a hard time getting spare parts but aside from this vocal minority owners become totally attached and express genuine affection for these tireless floor cleaners. iRobot sells an extensive line of these little buggers that wash, scrub, and vacuum, floors and carpets. Prices range from $140 for the Roomba 410 to just under $500 for the top-of-the-line Roomba 580. One of the more popular units is the Roomba 530 which will cost you around $269. | ||
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The Sling Media Box A/V is probably more a guys gadget because they can watch sports games on their computers anywhere they have a broadband connection but that doesn't mean the whole family can't enjoy it. For $200 (there are cheaper versions) you get a the Slingbox Pro Digital Multimedia Receiver that puts whatever is player on the TV at home or wherever the box is on a computer wherever you are. |
Gadgets That Fit in Your Hand
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The Logitech VX Revolution Cordless Laser Mouse was an Editor's Choice at CNET. It has a very cool dual mode wheel that has a free-spin, hyper-fast speed mode that makes pages fly by. You can buy it for under $60. Some users prefer the newer, smaller Logitech VX Nano which got a "spectacular," rating on CNET. It costs around $49. | ||
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The Logitech Harmony 550 will cost you around $85. It can replace up to 15 remote devices and an LCD screen and backlit keypad. You connect the remote to your computer's USB port to receive updates and configurations. |
Bluetooth Headsets
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The Jabra BT500 Bluetooth headset costs around $25. Reviewers say the sound quality is good, they're comfortable to wear, and the battery life is good. | ||
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If you want the top of the line bluetooth headset then consider the Aliph Jawbone which incorporates DARPA military technology to provide noise free conversations with a comfortable headset. The Jawbone gets generally favorable reviews despite some complaints about durability and customer service. You can purchase the Jawbone for under $100. It even comes in different colors. |
Ultimate Nanny Cam
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The Panasonic BL-C131A Network Camera costs around $239. It runs on your WiFi network and allows you to keep tabs on any remote place like your home, business, or any place with WiFi. Users give it high marks for ease of use and image quality. |
For more ideas on how to spend you gift card check out this list of things to buy with a $50 gift card or this one for $500 gift cards.

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