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Jawbone Bluetooth Headset
Price: $119.95
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At least five states, including California, have banned the use of hand-held phones while driving. In addition, other states have laws against “distracted driving.” Those prohibitions, along with better, smaller, and cheaper technology have driven up demand and pushed costs down for gizmos like this wireless Jawbone Bluetooth headset.

Travelling Weird America
Weird Travel Guides
Price: $10.75
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The Weird travel guide series got its start in New Jersey, but having struck on a successful formula, the publishers have long since branched out. Books in the series cover Arizona, the Carolinas, Florida, Illinois, Las Vegas, New England, Texas, Virginia, and Wisconsin. There's even an entire Weird U.S. volume and, no doubt, more to come. The Weird books feature information on local legends, hauntings and ghost stories; roadside attractions; abandoned properties, etc. The books are generally fun to read and could inspire a backroad trip.

Personal Power Supply
Jump-Start DC Power Plus
Price: $39.95
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This practical tool is one of those things you hope you never need, but you're glad you have when you do need it. It charges a car battery in minutes without jumper cables. It can also be used to power a laptop, cell phone, or other electronic device. And it includes a flashlight. With all those functions, the odds are greatly improved that the recipient will actually use it.