VIDEO From News Media Group and Synaptic Digital: Top Tech Gifts for Dads and Grads 2011

NEW YORK, June 13, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Looking for creative gift ideas for Father's Day that won't go unused? Or perhaps you want to give something cool to that special graduate? Either way, skip the tie and pen this year. Instead, surprise them with the latest technology!

See video from News Media Group at: http://inr.synapticdigital.com/NewsMediaGroup/DadsAndGrads

Brett Larson, Technology and Trends Expert and host of "Killer Apps", offers advice on what technology any dad or grad will love this year.

The top ideas for 2011 are:

• Casio TRYX digital camera – Perfect for the grad! Hip and stylish with a revolutionary design, the TRYX (pronounced Tricks) uses ultra-wide angle lens and motion shutter so everyone can be included in every shot, including you.  The HD 1080p video captures life moments like never before. http://di.casio.com

• SodaStream Fizz - Turn water into soda in 30 seconds. Over 50 Flavors! No more lugging, storing or recycling cans and bottles. The new Fizz features Fizz Chip™ technology, a high-tech digital indicator designed to monitor carbonation technique and usage. www.sodastream.com

• Northern Brewer Deluxe Beer Starter Kit - If you can make Mac and Cheese, you can make your own beer! The Deluxe is Northern Brewer's most popular starter kit. Includes instructions and a DVD. http://www.northernbrewer.com

• Samsung LED D8000 Series Smart TV features integrated Wi-Fi, built-in 3D technology and access to Smart Hub, which allows Dad to access content across streaming video services like Hulu and Netflix, and hundreds of other Samsung Apps like Skype, Facebook and Google Maps. http://www.samsung.com/us/video/tvs/UN55D8000YFXZA

• Cisco umi telepresence - The next evolution in video communications, brings family and friends together in real time and high definition whether they are around the corner or across the country. Cisco umi (pronounced: You-Me) is available at http://home.cisco.com/en-us/home

To watch "Killer Apps" online or to get more information about these featured products, visit www.killerapps.tv

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SOURCE Synaptic Digital; News Media Group