David Gregg, Senior Editor of BehindTheBuy.com shows us some of the hottest gifts for the 2013 Holiday season.
SodaStream Source
SodaStream’s Source transforms ordinary tap water into fizzy, great-tasting, better-for-you soda in less than 30 seconds, while saving your back, home storage space and our planet from over 2000 bottles and cans discarded by the average American family. There are over 70 SodaStream flavors to choose from –regular, diet, energy drink… including some new holiday themed flavors like Ocean Spray Sparkling Juice Drink Mixes and Happy Hour Cocktail mixes. SodaStream drink mixes are healthier because they are all made without high-fructose corn syrup. The Source’s sleek and simple design bring you within a button-press of sparkling water and soda. The Intuitive Snap-Lock bottle mechanism makes for effortless preparation and the LED indicator allow you to control the carbonation so you can customize the amount of fizz in your bubbly drink!
PRICE: SodaStream Source is $99.99, but many models are available priced from $79.99-199.99; www.sodastream.com
The Logitech Wireless Touch Keyboard K400
Logitech’s Wireless Touch Keyboard K400 maximizes your ability to navigate between your TV and computer, making it the ideal gift for the TV-lovers on your gift list this holiday season. The keyboard layout is optimized for the living-room environment – it’s compact, yet comfortable, giving you direct access to media and entertainment keys. The touchpad allows you to comfortably control and navigate your content from a distance, so there’s no need for a separate mouse. TheLogitech Wireless Touch Keyboard K400 is the perfect solution for browsing online and watching videos on your PC-connected-TV, and it comes in either black or white to complement your living space.
PRICE: $39.99; www.logitech.com
Samsung Galaxy S III from Boost Mobile
Samsung’s Galaxy S III from Boost Mobile provides a whole new level of sharing capabilities and delivers the ultimate wireless experience without any contract. The Galaxy S III lets you quickly share photos, videos, documents and more just by tapping the back of two S Beam-enabled devices together. It is also compatible with Samsung’s Galaxy Gear, a wearable device (sold separately) that extends the smartphone experience to your wrist by quickly and conveniently providing access to real time updates like calls, texts or e-mails. The Galaxy S III pairs with Boost Mobile’s no-contract $55 Monthly Unlimited plan with Shrinking Payments. For every six on-time payments, the cost of Boost Mobile’s Monthly Unlimited plan shrinks by $5, eventually getting your service down to as low as $40 a month for unlimited nationwide talk, text and data.
PRICE: Check out BoostMobile.com on Thanksgiving Day for SPECIAL Black Friday pricing!
Philips Shoqbox SB7200 and Philips SB170 Bluetooth Alarm Clock Radio
Philips Shoqbox SB7200 allows you to share your music wherever you go with the use of Bluetooth technology. It sports a rugged exterior making it splash proof and shock proof. The motion sensor allows operation with a swipe of your hand. It can be found online or at your nearby WalMart.
PRICE: $129; www.usa.philips.com
The Philips SB170 Bluetooth alarm clock will wake you with tunes from your favorite FM station or Bluetooth MP3 player. Dual alarm settings and a sleep timer allow you to fall asleep or wake to your favorite music. NFC allows easy pairing and a USB port will charge any mobile device. Available at retailers and Amazon.com.
PRICE: $69; www.usa.philips.com