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"It's Christmas Eve, the shops are shut, and you really don't want to have to go down to the petrol station like last year, and anyway, your Dad has enough Magic Tree air fresheners to last him till 2050 after last Christmas. But never fear: here are 10 last minute techie gifts you can buy without even having to leave the house. No Sellotape required."

I really like the idea of that iPhone/iPod Touch stand with a nice crisp high denomination bill. The eBook and app gifts aren't bad ideas either. Whatever you get for the last few on your list, remember, it truly is the thought that counts.

"The first bottle of champagne has popped at the office party when you realize you forgot to buy your reports gifts. Last year you gave out Flingshot Flying Monkeys and inspired an epic cubical war. How can you top that with ten minutes to spare? Here are some ideas for the truly behind who still want to spread holiday cheer."

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The usual gift certificates from iTunes and Amazon.com (which can be emailed last minute which is a bonus if you forgot to mail that package), but you can also pick up any number of gift cards from Safeway Stores. They have a wide selection if you have a Safeway Store in your area. I'm sure other grocery stores do the same, and you can also gift some e-books via CD which is nice for that reader in the bunch. Having spent too many Christmas Eves in stores trying to get that last minute gift, I have so embraced technology this year and done pretty much everything online, and I especially like the gift wrap option. I hope all of you have a Merry Christmas and good luck if you have to find those few last minute gifts!