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TECH TOYS FOR THE HOLIDAYS
IN STUDIO TOUR
With
DAVID “DR. COOL TECH” KING
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Nintendo, the leader in motion-control video games, is now bundling its most precise controller with a new game called FlingSmash. The new Wii Remote Plus for the revolutionary Wii system combines the intuitive motion control of the Wii Remote with the precision technology of the Wii MotionPlus accessory, quickly and accurately reflecting movements in a 3D space. The game FlingSmash combines the hands-on fun of tennis with the nonstop action and instant gratification of pinball. When tropical Suthon Island is invaded by the evil Omminus, the ball-shaped hero, Zip, is summoned to save the day. Using a Wii Remote Plus controller, which comes bundled with the game at a suggested retail price of $49.99, you’ll fling Zip at targets to smash your way across eight colorful worlds. Swing the Wii Remote Plus controller like a racket and watch Zip bounce around like a pinball to smash through oncoming barriers and enemies in this action side-scroller.
$49.99 (game and Wii Remote Plus Controller)
http://flingsmash.com
http://www.nintendo.com
The award-winning Samsung Galaxy Tab delivers the best entertainment and productivity experience in the mobile tablet marketplace. With a vivid 7-inch touch screen display and weighing less than a pound, the Galaxy Tab is perfectly sized with portability in mind.
Galaxy Tab is powered by Android version 2.2 for easy and fluid support of flash content, rich videos and movies, books, music, games, as well as access to more than 100,000 apps in the Android Market.
The Galaxy Tab is designed with a 3.2 megapixel rear facing camera and a 1.3 megapixel front facing camera for video chat. The Galaxy Tab is also powered by a fast processor to deliver 3D graphics and rich images, and features Samsung Media Hub for access to a vast lineup of films and TV programs for rent or purchase, document viewer and editor, access to corporate and personal email, and text and video messaging.
Available through AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, Verizon Wireless and US Cellular. Price varies with each carrier.
- AT&T: $649, no contract necessary
- Sprint: $399 with a two-year contract
- T-Mobile: $399 with a two-year contract
- Verizon Wireless: $599, no contract necessary
www.samsung.com
SWAGG provides a solution to a real problem: unused gift cards. According to a recent survey by the National Retail Federation, total gift card spending is expected to reach $24.78 billion and 77.3 percent of shoppers will buy at least one gift card.
Even though gift cards will be the most requested item this holiday season, far too many gift cards will go unused.
This means money is being left on the table. But let’s face it, it’s difficult for consumers to remember their gift cards when going to the store or making a purchase. Additionally, it’s a hassle to figure out the remaining balances.
With SWAGG, consumers eliminate these frustrations. SWAGG is a new mobile app that allows consumers to give and get gift cards from their smartphones. Consumers can also access the offers that matter most, and save money with their favorite brands.
Toss out the plastic and get SWAGG today!
www.swagg.com
Price: Free
DISH has introduced the Sling Adapter™ – a small and sleek device that can be paired with DISH Network’s existing HD DVRs (ViP 722 and ViP 722k) to enable its customers to access the complete TV Everywhere experience. With a Sling Adapter, customers can view TV programming, including live and recorded shows, from their living room on their mobile smartphones, tablets* or laptops. The award-winning Sling Adapter is a plug and play USB device that removes the need for additional wires or connectors, offering an easy installation and set-up.
$99.00
http://www.dishnetwork.com/tveverywhere/slingadapter/


Shoppers everywhere are looking for ways to save both time and money this holiday season. CVS/pharmacy is offering a larger-than-ever selection of exclusive electronics, allowing customers to find everything on their shopping list in one easy stop. With 75% of the U.S. living within 3 miles of a CVS/pharmacy, shoppers don’t have to travel far to get what they need for the holiday season.
Unexpected finds include:
Sylvania Netbook, $99.99
Shift Lookbook Wireless Reader, $149.99
Craig 7” Portable LCD TV with DVD player, $99.99
Kodak Video and Easy Share Camera, $109.99
www.cvs.com
CVSPhoto.com now offers Express Pick Up products and services that allows customers to order great photo gifts for in-store pick up in about an hour. Simply log onto CVSphoto.com, click on Express Pick Up at the top of the screen and follow the on-screen instructions. Products like this photo book, calendar and cards are all available for pick-up at your local CVS/pharmacy - in about an hour.
Express Photo Books $5.99 - 19.99
Express Calendars, $19.99
Express Greeting Cards $12.99 - $16.99 for set of 20
www.cvsphoto.com
This in-studio tour is sponsored by Nintendo, Samsung, Swagg, Dish Network and CVS |