Or maybe you're afraid to spend a lot of money on gadgets that may end up as future yard sale specials? Fret no more, girls and boys, 'cause the Street Tech elves have been burning the reindeer fat into the night to put together a dreamy list of 20 killer tech toys that we're sure will make everyone happy this year. It's stuff that actually works--what a concept!

Today's part 1 offers the first 10 gift ideas. Part 2, on Wednesday, will present the next 10, and then on Friday, we'll bring you Street Tech stocking stuffers--cool, useful, and inexpensive ($20 or under) gift ideas for every geekgirl and geekboy on your shopping list.