This year tech companies went over the top to shove 3D into everybody's homes, offices and pockets. We're not going to lie: we covered a lot of 3D tech. While we mostly complained about cumbersome 3D glasses and converted 3D content, 3D's not really terrible. It has its flaws, but it's getting better with every month. Leading the 3D revolution are obviously Sony, Nintendo and Toshiba. No other consumer electronics companies have bet as much on 3D as these, so don't be surprised to see more than a few of their products make our list of 15 3D gadgets that are worth your money this year.

Money is tight out there, especially around the holidays. So, how do you share the magic of Christmas with the technophiles in your life without breaking the bank? One option to keep in mind is a present crafted with your own hands. But what if you are one of those unfortunate people who lack the patience and/or basic scissor-skills it takes to make the perfect homespun gift? What are those people to do? Thankfully, there's an Internet full of crafty entrepreneurs selling their wares for all price points. Here's 10 clever tech accessories that are made by hand, but won't break the bank.

The toughest people to buy gifts for are the ones who seem to have everything, right? But even if you need a gift for a billionaire who can afford to buy anything they want, here are some truly unique gifts that might surprise even them.

Given the state of the economy and the likely number of tech-savvy receipients on your gift or Secret Santa list, spending a lot on gifts this season isn't in the Christmas cards. Yeah, you could be lazy and just get gift cards, a DVD or a video game as stocking stuffers, but what fun is that — especially since any movie buff or gamer is likely to have the DVD or game you think they don't have. Here are a half dozen groovy gifts for less than a Grant.