Holiday gift ideas and gift guide 2009

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Budget tech gifts

Just because you don't have a lot to spend doesn't mean you can't get a great gadget. Check out these hot, wallet-friendly gift picks.

Great gifts for less money

Top tech

Here are our editors' top picks for gadgets in every category. You're sure to find something they'll love here.

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Tech toys for big kids

Why let children have all the fun? Adults need toys, too--and we've rounded up some of our favorite gadgets here.

For the geek at heart

Ultimate Luxuries

Fantasy gifts make it to every holiday wish list. Let yourself dream big with our Ultimate Luxuries gift ideas.

High-end goodies

Tech gifts for foodies

Spice up your kitchen with a little tech, or in the case of the HP, some big tech. These gadgets are sure to please both the occasional cook and the serious gourmet.

Tasty gadgets for cooks

Ecochic tech

This year saw the green trend take off in a big way. Here are our picks for earth-friendly gadgets for your giftees.

Get the green gear

Budget tech gifts

Top tech

Tech toys for big kids

Ultimate Luxuries

Tech gifts for foodies

Ecochic tech

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Looking for the best holiday gifts? Check our CNET editors' top gadget and tech gift picks for this 2009 holiday season.
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Looking for affordable holiday gifts? Check our CNET editors' top budget tech holiday gifts for this 2009 holiday season.
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Most of these are $200 or less (though we've thrown in a few more expensive items as well), but all of them are products that CNET editors would love to receive as a gift.

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