1. An iPhone
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Anyone who travels regularly - whether it's for business or pleasure - wants a way to stay in touch while they're on the move. Whether that means updating Twitter or Facebook, posting photos of their trip to Flickr, or staying connected to personal or business email, an iPhone can be just the thing. The small, light powerful package offers a host of ways for the traveler to manage his or her digital (and non-digital) life. The only downside? Giving an iPhone means giving a gift that comes with a monthly fee.
2. iPod touch
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If the person on your shopping list already has an iPhone, a smartphone they're happy with (or have to have for work), or just likes a traditional cell phone, an iPod touch is a great option. Not only is it a great music and movie player, but it will let them get online via WiFi, and offers a huge, entertaining library of apps via the App Store.
3. iPad
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Do your recipient one better than the iPod touch with the iPad. Not only does it offer music, apps, and movies (on a screen 6 inches bigger than that on the iPod touch), but it's also a terrific device for reading eBooks from Apple's iBooks store, Amazon's Kindle store, or from Barnes and Noble. It comes in a WiFi-only model, and a model with always-on 3G Internet, though that requires a monthly fee.
4. iPod & iPhone Car Kit
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If the traveler on your list spends most of their travel time in the car, consider an iPod car kit for them. These come in the form of cassette adapters, FM transmitters, and built-in jacks and pipe the iPod’s music through the car stereo. Some also include car charges, another nice touch.
5. iPod Car Power Adapter
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There’s nothing worse than having to put an end to your mobile concert - or lose an important business call - because of low batteries. Prevent this disaster for your friends and family by giving them an iPod charger for the car.
6. PocketFinder GPS Locator
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7. Headphones
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Audiophiles don’t love Apple’s white earbuds, but there’s another reason to buy new headphones for travelers – noise cancellation. Some high-end headphones offer the ability to either completely block out ambient noise or at least reduce it, technologies called noise canceling or noise deadening. This is especially important on subways, trains, or airplanes, where these headphones will create a better listening experience. Check out models from Bose and Shure.
8. Portable iPod Speakers
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If your traveler spends a lot of time in hotels, they may appreciate being able to fill their generic hotel room with their favorite music from home. There are many quality portable iPod speakers powered either by batteries or wall power. Some are even collapsible, making them easier to travel with.
9. Prop-Up iPad Case
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10. USB Power Adapter
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This is another gizmo that travelers will love. Most iPods come with a USB cable to connect to computers to charge their batteries, but no way to plug them into a wall socket to get power. This adapter connects to the USB cable to provide a plug for the wall. This is a great addition for anyone who travels without their computer and needs a charge, or those with multiple computers who don't want to sync their device to something other than their main computer.
