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iOS games that are actually worth giving

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Yesterday, we showed you how to gift iOS apps for delivery on Christmas day. What we did tell you was what apps you should give. It’s trickier than it seems, especially with games. It doesn’t make much sense to give a $0.99 gift to someone, but you also want to make sure the game doesn’t require a bunch of in-app purchase. The good news, however, is there are many great iOS games available that make outstanding gifts for even hardcore gamers. Here’s a quick list of some of our favorites.

iPhone, iPad and iPod touch app and accessory holiday sales [updated]

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Hopefully, you’ve got your Christmas shopping done and have moved along to wrapping. If so, reward yourself with some iPhone, iPad and iPod touch app sales! If not, round out your gifts with some iPhone, iPad and iPod touch app sales! Deals on games, productivity apps, accessories…they’re now rolling in and they’re changing frequently, so check back often.

Holiday gift options: High fashion cases for iPhone 5

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The holidays bring an endless stream of gifts: for the office, for family, maybe for yourself. If any of your gift recipients are the proud owner of a new iPhone 5 and like their gadgets to have a bit of style, why not check out one of the X-Doria’s Engage cases? While their Venue rubberized case is good for protection and style, the Form line features striking designs that are sure to draw attention.

Macintosh hardware and software holiday sales

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iOS apps may dominate the Apple software industry now, but the Macintosh still seems to do better for great holiday sales. Whether you’re looking for games, creativity apps, laptop cases or more, we’ll be rounding up the relevant deals right here and updating the list through the end of the year.

Holiday gift options: Hard shell cases for iPhone 5

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If the folks on your holiday gift list recently acquired an iPhone 5, what better to give than the gift of protection? Hard shell cases snap onto the iPhone and are designed to remain in place; they are typically designed for light protection, mainly from scuffs, scratches and small bumps. They are perfect for protecting an iPhone 5 that spends most of its time in a pocket or a bag, and can be a great way to add some personality to the recipient’s iPhone.

Holiday gift options: Rubberized hard shell cases for iPhone 5

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With the holiday season upon us, you may be looking for the perfect stocking stuffer, office gift, or present for an owner of an iPhone 5. With the iPhone 5′s availability finally easing, one great option is a case for that new iDevice. Rubberized hard cases offer a medium level of hybrid protection from scratches while also offering some added shock absorbency for the occasional drop or bump, all with minimal bulk.

Creative Christmas Gifts: Carbot for iOS and Android devices

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Okay, so the Carbot isn’t creative in and of itself. You can’t customize it, after all; it’s just a tiny remote controlled car. But it does make creative use of your iOS or Android device, which becomes the controller. And considering it’ll only run you $30 (some retailers offer 2 for $50), it actually could make a decent stocking stuffer.

Creative Christmas Gifts: CG Pro Prints Canvas Gallery Wraps

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Our computers and mobile devices make it quite simple for us to put together some thoughtful, wonderfully personalized gift options that wouldn’t otherwise be available to us. CG Pro Prints is a great example of this. There are myriad options available for turning photographs into canvas style prints, and CG Pro Prints is one you should definitely consider.

7 useful holiday gifts for iPhone and iPad users below $50

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If you really want to experience the spirit of joy this Christmas, you might as well have a big and generous heart and give something special to your loved ones and friends. And since the iPhone 5 and iPad mini craze is not yet over, here are some holiday gift ideas for iPhone and iPad owners.

Black Friday 2012: iPhone, iPad, iPod touch app and accessory deals [updated]

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Black Friday 2012 is upon us. You could wade out into the sea of humanity in hopes that one of those big box stores is hiding buried treasure, or you can find it from the convenience of your own home. Appletell will continue to round up the online sales for you right here, many of which will carry through Cyber Monday.