Do you know a fan of Google? Here are a few of the best gifts for your shopping pleasure.
A Google Phone
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Smartphones are quickly becoming the computer of choice for many users. Google entered the phone market by giving away the operating system for free. The Android OS boasts a large number of apps for download through the Android Market and a wide variety of phones and carriers. It's a solid choice for anyone that isn't already sporting an iPhone.
Google Branded Merchandise
Screen Capture From the Google Store
I've seen people stand in line for hours at conventions for a chance at a Google T-shirt. You can surprise and delight a Google fan by buying them a T-shirt of their own from the official Google Store. Nobody has to know that you didn't wait in line.
They also sell hats, bags, mugs, bean bag chairs, and other items. The selection varies. Most items are also environmentally friendly and made from sustainable or recycled materials. I've purchased items from the Google Store, and they have all been well made.
iClone With 3DXchange
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If you know an aspiring 3D animator or cinematographer, here's a nice software package to help them along. This is not a Hollywood level application, but iClone is still very impressive for what it does. It's perfect for making compelling YouTube videos on a budget.
Fans of: YouTube, SketchUp
Fans of: YouTube, SketchUp
Googlepedia
Googlepedia is a great introductory book for the beginning to intermediate Google fan. Google changes rapidly, so you can't rely on everything being in the book, but it gets pretty close. The language is also very approachable, which might make it a good gift to explain Blogger to your mother.Fans of:Anything Google
Logitech 3Dconnexion SpaceNavigator
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The SpaceNavigator is perfect for SketchUp and Google Earth fans. It lets you manipulate 3D objects in SketchUp or navigate through space in Google Earth. You can also use it for tons of other applications from high-end professional 3D animation programs to games.
The SpaceNavigator is not a mouse replacement. You use it in your other hand at the same time you use your mouse. It's available in several versions, but the Personal Edition is the best bet for non-professionals.
Fans of:SketchUp, Google Earth
The SpaceNavigator is not a mouse replacement. You use it in your other hand at the same time you use your mouse. It's available in several versions, but the Personal Edition is the best bet for non-professionals.
Fans of:SketchUp, Google Earth
