Top 5 gadgets: Bose Sounddock Digital Music System

BOSE SOUNDDOCK DIGITAL MUSIC SYSTEM: by Bose, $499. Give your iPod or iPhone a stylish home with this sleek docking station. Not just a great-looking gadget however, it delivers the audio goods - punching out crisp, clear music. It also has a remote control and inputs for other sound sources. It's available in black and silver. For more, check out worldwide.bose.com
SMART GLOBE LAPTOP: by Oregon Scientific, $169.99. It's a small world after all with this high-tech globe. Capable of downloading fun facts about anywhere, it downloads data via USB or wireless and has audio capability. It also packs a ton of activities that will keep explorers of all ages enthralled for hours. Available from Noel Leeming.
WET/DRY SHAVER: by Panasonic, $499.99. You'll look forward to your morning shave with this bad boy in your arsenal. Panasonic's ergonomically designed beauty combines a pivoting head, super-sharp blade and powerful motor to deliver a superior shaving experience. For more, visit Panasonic.co.nz
ZYLO CELLPHONE: by Sony Ericsson, $299. Going on the theory that you can't beat a classic, the new Zylo Cellphone has been marketed as the "Walkman" phone. A cool feature is that the screen has an old-school cassette tape appearance, with your music tracks "handwritten" along the top, just like your old mix tapes. Though it takes styling cues from the old days, it's capable of many modern functions, such as playing videos and games, and integrating with Facebook and Twitter. Available from Vodafone.

MOSHI VOICE-CONTROLLED ALARM CLOCK: $69.95. Banish buttons and switches from your early-morning rising with this fun voice-controlled alarm clock. It comes with 10 pre-programmed verbal commands, from turning off your alarm to telling you the time and even playing soothing ocean sounds to lull you to sleep. This is one cool addition to any bedside table. Available from iwantthat.co.nz