In the tradition of Fashion Your Firefox, and iPhone Your Life, Appy Holidays collects a selection of Google Apps under a consolidated theme, in this case “manag[ing] the holiday hustle and bustle”.

The Google services featured on the web site include Calendar, Docs, Picasa, and the recently released Gmail-integrated video chat. In fact, the services listed and their suggested uses does present a nice way of getting all of your holiday ducks in a row. Most useful are probably Calendar and Docs, especially if you’re already using these services professionally.

I’m awful at keeping track of deadlines without a planner or calendar, and I already use Google Calendar to keep track of appointments, so it makes sense to add a new calendar devoted exclusively to making sure I don’t miss any of those holiday parties I’ve committed to, or, at the micro-management level, reminding me that the turkey needs to go in by 10:00 if it’s going to be ready when company comes.

Appy Holidays also suggests using Docs for shopping list management, and for labelling and writing holiday letters. They’ve even prepared a special selection of templates so that most of the work is already done for you. If you’re like me, you might also want to keep tabs on your holiday budget using a Docs spreadsheet, since otherwise January might be a very long, scant month indeed. Leftover turkey can only feed you for so long.

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Here’s a list of gift suggestions I’ve come up with ranging from $10 to $500 to accommodate any gift-giving budget.

For the Bleary Eyed All-Nighters

Can Haz Espresso? I’m more of a latte drinker myself but any caffeine addict knows that at the heart of any good latte or breve or cappucino is the perfect cup of espresso. For the spendy types, think of giving the web worker you love the Nespresso Concept D290 ($499 USD). But if you are looking for functionality, quality and cost-efficiency, take a look at the Gaggia Carezza Silvertone Espresso Machine ($179.99 USD). The machines are sleek, sexy, and high-octane generating.

For the Forgetful

If you’re like me, losing car keys or mobile devices is becoming epidemic. Rescue those absent-minded web workers with The Loc8tor ($169.99 USD). They can attach mini homing devices to their most frequently lost items. The Loc8tor leads them right to their missing things. The Loc8tor can also double as a personal alarm device.

For Those Who Sit for Hours

Web working can take a toll on the body with all the endless sitting. The HumanScale Foot Machine ($130 USD) can be used as a standard foot rest but it also has a ball-bearing, roller design to allow the stagnant web worker to increase circulation and exercise lower leg muscles with a gentle rocking motion. According to the promotional materials, “Studies have shown that 70% of all women and 40% of all men have health issues such as blood clots, varicose veins and pressure on the Achilles tendon due to pooling of fluids in the lower limbs — the result of prolonged, inactive sitting.” Save a web worker today!

For the Environmentally Conscious

For the web worker who loves to travel or work in the outdoors, keep them connected and powered with a Solar and Wind Charger ($80 USD). Suitable for cell phones, MP3 players, iPods, digital cameras and other handheld devices.

For the Mouse Maniacs

For being such a sedentary occupation, web workers can experience quite a few injuries, including carpal tunnel syndrom. The Switch Mouse from Humanscale ($103.95 USD) has a V-shaped base to position the wrist and forearm into a more natural stance and is size-adjustable for a custom fit. It also has a four-way scrolling dish that reduces repetitive motions and programmable buttons to remember specific functions. Super ergonomic.

For the Geekiest
Moving from the pricier gifts to a very affordable one, satisfy any geek tendency in your favorite web worker with the Ultimate 5-in-1 Geek Pen ($9.99 USD). In fact, it is affordable enough to get one for every web worker you know.

For even more functionality,  try a 2GB Pulse Smartpen from Livescribe ($199.95 USD). The pen can capture over 200 hours of recorded audio, linking the audio with what you’ve written. When you are taking notes while at a meeting, for example, the Smartpen ties the notes and audio together. Actual recording time varies by audio quality setting. (Requires Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or Windows Vista.)
For the Spying Kind

The Rovio Mobile Webcam ($299.95 USD) is a mobile web cam. Now why would someone want a mobile web cam? You can put a Rovio at your office and attend team meetings from anywhere. Or use Rovio to check on your pets at home. You can even test drive a Rovio online before buying. Put a few Rovios in one location, and you can even hold a Battle of the Rovios competition!

What are some of the cool gift items have you found for your favorite web workers?

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Remember The Milk: The Gift That Adds Value
I know, the basic version is free, and no, I’m not so cheap as to suggest you give someone a free gift. I’m talking, of course, about the Pro membership upgrade. It’s only $25 for the whole year, and it is definitely the gift that keeps on giving. Pro users can sync with mobile apps on their smartphones, and get priority support. If you have a GTD fan on that list, you can’t go wrong with this one.

VMware Fusion 2: The Gift For The Indecisive
Have someone on your list who can never make up their mind? With Fusion they won’t have to, since they can install virtual OS environments on their Mac computer. Perfect for web developers and web designers, or for anyone who needs to run an .exe once in a while. Hurry though, if you buy it today you get a whopping 50% discount. At that price, it’s almost a stocking stuffer! You have to enter the secret coupon code to get the special price. Here’s a hint: It’s “CyberMondayDeal”.

Media Temple (mt) Gift Card: The Gift Of Virtual Real Estate
Nothing says I love/admire/respect you and your work like giving that special someone somewhere to show it off. Luckily, Media Temple, one of the industry leaders in affordable, scalable web hosting, is offering a special “lite” version of their entry-level Grid-server hosting package. Normally, the minimum package will set you back $200 a year, plus $15 for domain registration. A streamlined version of said package, which still offers more than enough space and monthly transfer allowance for novice and light users, is now available for only $95, with domain name registration included.

Airport Express: The Gift For The Restless Soul
Know someone who spends a lot of time in hotels, many of which still, astoundingly, don’t offer in-room wireless internet? The Airport Express is the perfect travel companion. It doesn’t take up too much precious luggage space, it’s easy to set up, and the latest model supports 802.11n speeds. Not to mention you get AirTunes in the bargain.

Basecamp Basic Membership: The Gift For Your Favorite Startup
Starting a company or getting your bearings as a freelance project manager can be disorienting. If someone on your list is in that position, you can make their life a lot easier by giving them the gift of organization, in the form of a Basecamp Membership. The Basic one, which I recommend here because it’s the least expensive and not overwhelming for first-time users, will cost you $24/month, with no contract required, so you can decide how many months your giftee receives. Plus they get a free 30-day trial, so if they don’t like it, you can just cancel and they’ll forget you never actually got them a gift at all! Win-win.

Custom CSS Upgrade for WordPress.com: The Gift Of Color And Variety
This one is almost selfish. I’m just tired of looking at recycled WordPress themes with no unique identifying design aspects. Your friend with the WordPress.com hosted blog probably is, too, but $15 may seem like a lot to spend for what amounts to a vanity feature, especially for personal blogs. $15 for a year for Custom CSS, does not, however, seem like a lot to spend on someone you care about. Be a pal and send some credits.

While this list is by no means comprehensive, chances are someone you’re shopping for will appreciate one or more of these items. The best part about them? Your friends and family will actually use them, unlike that hideous sweater you bought them last year that they’ve buried so deep in the closet it will never see the light of day again.

Ideas of your own? Share them below. ‘Tis the season, after all.

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