Great Gifts for Dads and Grads

If you need a little help finding the perfect gift for Dad or a most deserving graduate, look no further! Here are some of the latest high-tech gadgets sure to please your Pop or recent Grad.



Sony WEGA TV
If your dad has to be the first on the block with new technology, then scrape together some dinero and get him Sony's newest WEGA TV model no (KV-32HS500). This 32-inch TV is hi def ready (1080i) and has circuitry that improves the basic broadcast of today (DRC Multi-Function that converts basic broadcast to four times the resolution to 960i), but its secret weapon is it’s the first TV to offer a Memory Stick slot for viewing slideshows of images from Memory Stick digital cameras. $1,500. www.sony.com




DirecTV
If dad is a sports fan look no further than DirecTV. Chock full of sports channels, like its exclusive NFL Sunday ticket, NHL and College basketball, the provider is also launching a summer concert series with performances on the dish all summer.www.directv.com




DirecTV DSL
For the recent grad a high-speed modem is great gift whether you subscribe to DirecTV or not. Its new DirecTV DSL offers high speed connections and a summer special -agree to one year service get 1st three months at $30/mo --no activation fee. $49.99/month thereafter. www.directdsl.com




Samsung SPH-A460
Cell phones are always a hot item and Samsung is delivering its SPH-A460. This tiny dual band tri mode flip phone is loaded with features including a front screen for caller id'ing without opening the phone, MIDI ringers for creating customized ring tones, one touch internet with enhanced browser for instant access, and new 911 GPS spec for emergency location services, and soon to come mapping downloads... Available June 1. Under $200. www.samsungusa.com/wireless




Shop AOL
AOL subscribers (all 34 million) can access the online giant's special Dads and Grads area on SHOP AOL for great gift ideas from steaks to sandals to stereos. While there, check out AOL Keyword Autos where buying junior a new car or researching one for yourself is a snap. AOL Autos is the most comprehensive car site I've seen. With AOL Autos, you can research, calculate, even buy a car and pick it up at your local dealer. www.aol.com




Audiovox VOD-806 Car DVD Player
Finally, speaking of cars, what road tripping grad or high tech dad wouldn’t love a car DVD player? Audiovox is introducing the VOD-806, an overhead drop-down video system featuring an 8-inch screen and built-in slot style DVD player, TV tuner and dome light. It also includes an IR transmitter for a wireless headset. $1800. www.audiovox.com