Last Minute Oh-So-Cool Father's Day Gifts

Flip Mino in Black Photo Courtesy of Pure Digital

It is no secret that I'm fond of the Flip Video Ultra Camcorder by Pure Digital. I got one for Mother's Day and it goes with me everywhere. So, imagine my thrill to learn that the folks at Pure Digital have come out with a new model! And, as it turns out, the new Flip Mino (compare prices), a smaller, sleeker and snazzier version, is just the sort of gadget to appeal to Dad.  My full review is in the works, but the new Flip is 40% smaller and has a rechargeable battery. It comes in glossy white or equally glossy black and has new touch-sensitive controls.  At a retail price of $179.99, it's daddy-friendly.

Star Wars mimobot Series 2 © 2008 mimoco, Inc. & TM. All rights reserved.

Old-school geeks wore pocket protectors and taped-up glasses (at least that's what we learned in the movies). Today, geek-dom has become synonymous with success and wealth. The geeks definitely got the last laugh. But, since  pocket protectors are still not cool, what do you give the geek who has everything? A mimobot designer flash drive from mimoco of course. The USB 2.0 drives range from geek-chic to goth to super cute. They come in sizes from 512MB to 4GB and are preloaded with artwork, icons, wallpaper, screen savers and more. The best part is that this is a customizable gift. Add Dad's favorite music, photos of the kids, or family video clips. He'll still have space for his important work files, but he can take his family with him wherever he goes. An optional Protohoodie accessory (think velour tracksuit for your mimobot) allows you to clip your mimobot to your keychain, work id or zipper pull. You can check out the full line of mimobots at mimoco.com. They range in price from $39.95 - $119.95. I'm a personal fan of the Star Wars mimobots. What geek wouldn't be?