(Nov 11, 2009)
Laura K. Cucullu
Features editor
This month's picks include the HTC Hero and a set of Monster headphones. What else is hot on our most recent Must-Have Gadgets list? There's the Palm Pre and a sub-$400 Netbook. Rather than trying to compare gadgets across multiple categories, we present them in alphabetical order because, when you get right down to it, we think they're all must-haves.
Apple iPod Touch
Though the updates are subtle, the third-generation iPod Touch leaves its competitors in the dust.
Price: $357.99 - $399.99 (check prices)
Review date: Sep 11, 2009
Outstanding
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Asus Eee PC 1005HA
Asus hits nearly all the marks in the 1005HA, the latest version of its iconic Eee PC, highlighted by a 6-hour-plus battery life.
Price: $329.95 - $349.99 (check prices)
Review date: Jun 23, 2009
Excellent
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Flip UltraHD
The Flip Video UltraHD may not be the sexiest mini camcorder out there, but it offers a respectable feature set and some of the best video we've seen from this type of cheap, YouTube-friendly camcorder.
Price: $3.00 - $199.99 (check prices)
Review date: Apr 29, 2009
Excellent
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HTC Hero
While it could use a boost in the performance department, the HTC Hero is the most feature-packed Google Android device to date, bringing some notable improvements and a highly customizable interface.
Price: $179.99 - $599.99 (check prices)
Review date: Sep 16, 2009
Very good
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LG enV Touch
The LG enV Touch's combination of great design and top-notch features makes it one of the top Verizon Wireless phones we've ever seen.
Price: $99.99 - $499.99 (check prices)
Review date: Jun 5, 2009
Excellent
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Logitech Harmony One
While it's missing an RF option, Logitech's Harmony One is one of the best--if not the best--universal remote we've ever tested.
Price: $179.95 - $264.86 (check prices)
Review date: Feb 21, 2008
Excellent
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Logitech Squeezebox Boom
The Logitech Squeezebox Boom is the best all-in-one tabletop Wi-Fi radio we've seen to date.
Price: $269.99 - $299.99 (check prices)
Review date: Sep 10, 2008
Excellent
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Monster Turbine Pro In-Ear Speakers
The Monster Turbine Pro earphones offer a sleek and stylish design and plenty of deep, thumping bass. If you have money to burn, these are a nice choice.
Price: $279.95 (check prices)
Review date: Oct 8, 2009
Excellent
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Nintendo DSi
While not all previous DS owners should upgrade, the DSi is an ambitious and solidly designed portable gaming system.
Price: $169.00 - $169.99 (check prices)
Review date: Apr 3, 2009
Very good
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Panasonic TC-P50G10
With excellent picture quality marred by only a couple of flaws, the Panasonic TC-PG10 series sits near the head of the class of 2009.
Price: $1,199.88 - $1,599.95 (check prices)
Review date: Apr 3, 2009
Excellent
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