Toys & things for adults

YOU better watch out, Santa's making a list and checking it twice, not only for tots, but also for adults. And this year, good grown-ups will love the toy selection from electronic gizmos and whatzits to ornaments for the arms and neck for women. Topping adult gift lists are the new mini Apple iPods that pack a musical punch and the world-class plasma TV. In-house golfers will appreciate a golf game to practice putting in the office, while the security- and fashion-conscious will appreciate the new silver neck lanyard to hold security tags.

Soccer morns and movie buffs can keep the kids quiet on the road while watching the latest movie release with the Automobile DVD and VHS System.

For true business savoir faire, the Blackberry 7100t will keep you connected to office and home. At your beck and call is the new Robosapien Robot from Hammacher Schlemmer that responds with attitude to your every command.

Whoever said that Christmas is only for the little ones has no imagination. For gifts to delight the young-at-heart, check out this selection for that special grown-up on your gift list.

The SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS PLASMA TV LINE (right) offers high-resolution, high-definition plasma technology in a variety of screen sizes. At less than 3.5 inches deep, the models feature superior brightness and project a robust and sharp image. The line features 37-inch, 42-inch and 55-inch models, priced from $3,999.99 to $9,999.00. BLACKBERRY 7100T PHONE (top) fits into your shirt pocket or a slim purse, but it packs an office-sized punch. The sleek wireless phone retails for $199.99 and features e-mail, instant messaging, Web browsing and organizer capabilities. THE ROBOSAPIEN ROBOT from Hammacher Schlemmer is dexterous enough to dance through its chores, whether it's picking up dirty clothes or lifting bulky items. Designed by a former NASA scientist, the robot walks forward and backward, leans over in four directions and its 67 preprogrammed movements can be quickly accessed by the included remote. It's available for $99.95.

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Golf aficionados will appreciate the BURBERRY GOLF COLLECTION. From his golf cap ($55.00), his mock turtleneck polo golf shirt ($125.00) to his Golf Bag ($555.00), your golfer will look like he's bringing his A-game every time he steps up the tee.

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The APPLE IPOD MINI is the smallest portable music player ever to hold up to 1,000 CD-quality songs. Encased in an ultraportable, lightweight anodized aluminum body and available in five stylish colors--silver, gold, pink, blue or green--it features a touch-sensitive Click Wheel for easy, one-handed navigation. It lasts up to eight hours on a single battery charge and retails for approximately $249.

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For in-house golfers, THE GOLF-PUTTING GAME permits discrete putting practice around the house or office. The game retails at $32.00 and includes 10 regulation golf balls. Security-conscious ladies don't have to forsake fashion with this STERLING SILVER IDENTITY BADGE LANYARD AND CLIP. The badge clip has crocodile-embossed leather. The lanyard is $195 and the badge clip is $195. All available through the Neiman Marcus Christmas Book.

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SAMSUNG'S NEW P735 MEXAPIXEL CAMERA PHONE offers the latest technology, featuring a built-in digital camera, built-in camcorder capabilities, 262K-Color main display and external memory. It retails for approximately $499.

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Watch the time with MOSCHINO'S festive stainless-steel watches featuring red or silver ribbons. The gift retails for $170.00.

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The best seat in the house is never a problem with the AUTOMOBILE DVD AND VHS SYSTEM. Billed as the only travel DVD system that also plays VHS tapes, it accommodates up to three screens with individual volume controls and headphone jacks. It also plays CDs and MP3s, and can be hooked to a game system. Available from Hammacher Schlemmer, it retails for $699.95.

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