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End-of-the-year holidays are about celebrating family and loved ones and creating warm and lasting memories - just like genealogy. So if you are still scrambling to think of a gift for a genealogy enthusiast in your life, then look no further! Help to make the season even more enjoyable for your favorite family historian with these sure-to-be-appreciated gifts.
If your favorite genealogist is
tech-savvy, then you can't go wrong with one of these cool, high-tech ideas!
1.
WizCom Quick Link Pen Scanner
This hand-held scanner works as a "digital" highlighter,
allowing you to scan a full line of printed text (in 8 languages) into any
application real-time, or store it (up to 1000 pages of data) and later upload
to your computer or PDA. An optional free Image Capture application allows you
to scan small icons and handwriting. Perfect for visits to the courthouse!
2. ImageMouse
Digital Retrieval System
This innovative product developed and offered by DatagraphiX allows you to digitize and view an image from microfiche directly to a desktop PC with
a simple point and click of the ImageMouse.
3.
Ceiva Digital Picture Frame
This ordinary-looking wood picture frame replaces traditional
photographic prints with a photo-realistic digital display. An ideal gift for
even the most non-technical family member, the Ceiva picture frame downloads
your latest digital photos from the Web via an existing phone line and displays
them as a rotating slide show (you can also pause on the photo of your choice).
4.
Epson Perfection 1650 Photo Scanner
Not much excites a genealogist as much as old photographs. The older the better.
The Epson Perfection 1650, compatible with both PCs and Macs,
is perfect for genealogists because of its quick, superior quality scans, a
necessity for saving precious heirloom photos and documents. The lid is
removable, for scanning bulky items such as books, and the bundled software and
film/transparency adapter round out the package to "perfection."
5.
Canon Powershot G2 Digital
Camera
The perfect companion for a genealogy research trip to the local cemetery, a
digital camera makes it easier to record everything from tombstone inscriptions
to actual records. This one's a little pricey...but if you
want to get a gift sure to wow your favorite genealogist, then the Canon
Powershot G2 is it! Praised for its crisp, beautiful photos, the PowerShot G2
has enough features to satisfy even a professional photographer, with the look
and feel of a traditional point-and-shoot camera. An optional macro lens allows
you to take photos from as close as 0.2 feet - perfect for documents.
6. A Family
Web Site URL
It won’t be long before
7.
Garmin eTrex GPS
The ultimate gadget for a serious genealogist, this
small, inexpensive hand-held GPS (Global Positioning System) receiver makes it
easier to find and map cemeteries, property boundaries, etc. It can determine
your position on earth within 50 feet at any time, is rugged, waterproof and
retails for around $100 US. Compatible with a variety of mapping software.
8.
CD Writer - TDK VeloCD CD-R/RW
One of the hottest gifts you could give to a
genealogist or family historian is a CD writer, and the TDK Velo CD 24x CD-RW is
one of the best values around. They will absolutely love being able to create
one-of-a-kind CD-ROMs to share genealogy files, photos and stories with family
and friends.
9.
Casio
Wrist Camera
The world’s first wrist-type wearable digital camera that can be used
anyplace, any time. With an add-on Wrist Camera Software Package, you can
transfer your photos to your desktop so you can add them to your genealogy
database or email them to friends.
10. Family
Tree Software Program
Newcomers to computer genealogy are really going to appreciate the features
and ease of use which a genealogy software program will give them. There are
software programs available for every need and budget. Some come bundled
with research CDs as well. Even if your favorite genealogist has been doing
this for a while and already has a favorite family tree software program,
they may be in need of an upgrade to the latest version!
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