-- Mike Elgan

Five under $50

So, what about the people on your list you don't necessarily want to spend lots of money on? Try these nifty presents on for size.

Color-Call Caller ID System

From Brookstone comes the Color-Call Caller ID System ($30). You have to think about this one for a moment, because at first blush it just seems like a weird gadget. But consider how convenient it'll be to glance across the room during the ballgame and immediately know that it's the office calling so there's no need to miss the next play.