The 10 best Christmas gifts in 2009

As you think about what great new gadget to buy for your loved one this Christmas, Amazon has its top 10 Christmas gifts of 2009. Of course, come Black Friday, many of these items will sell out fast. Here is some information to jump start the shopping spree.

The biggest seller so far this year for Amazon and one listed as number one on their 10 best Christmas gifts for 2009 is the Kindle.

1. Kindle $489.00 (9.7-inch screen) or $259.00 (6-inch screen). This wonderful digital reading pad has taken tech addicts to a new level. It’s small, about the size of a magazine, and holds 3,500 books or documents. 3G wireless access means you can download books at any time.

2. Canon Powershot camera 349.00. The cameras have gone to another level. Now you can get this 12-megapixel camera for less than $400.

3. iPodTouch $279.95 This iPod is the gold standard. 32GB capacity holds 7,000 songs or 40,000 photos or 40 hours of video. The touch screen makes it easy to use. This does everything the iPhone does without the phone!

4. Logitech Pro 9000 Webcam $66.99. Camera technology is coming down in price for both fixed cameras and webcams. The Logitech does HD video recording and 8 megapixel photos. Let the people you chat with online see you too.

5. Garmin nuvi 255W $159.99. GPS systems are all the rage and they definitely rank high on this year’s top 10 Christmas gifts list. This 4.3-inch widescreen portable GPS navigator is one of the best. Everyone with a car needs a GPS. This Garmin is far superior and less expensive than those built into many cars. Plus, it’s portable and includes turn-by-turn navigation and anti-theft features.

6. Roomba R550 Robot Vacuum Cleaner $344.99 Robots that really work in the 21st century home! This self-propelled vacuum covers up to 4 rooms on a single battery charge. Spot cleaning capability detects the dirtiest areas and removes them. Roomba automatically returns to its self-charging Home Base to dock and recharge between cleanings. It’s easy to see why this robot is among the top 10 Christmas gifts of 2009.

7. Keurig B40 Elite Gourmet One Cup Home Brewing System 89.95. This coffee preparation system has conquered the country. ‘K-cup’ pods are used to create a perfect, hassle-free cup of coffee every time. Each cup takes less than a minute to brew and serve.

8. Asus Eee PC Netbook 389.99. The smallest and most compact computer that exists. The 10.1-inch Eee is the ideal mini-notebook for the busy traveler or student. Computers are always on the top 10 Christmas gift lists, and this is one of the best.

9. Panasonic DMP-BD60 Blu-ray Disc Player 199.95. There are many makes and models of Blu-ray Disc players, but this one always gets the highest ratings from users and the industry. The Viera Cast feature connects you to YouTube and Picasa on the Internet. It includes an SD card slot and a USB slot for the greatest possible connectivity.

10. Air Hogs Havoc Heli Blue Marine 124.88 Remote Control Helicopter. Remote control vehicles are always top sellers and are again among the top 10 Christmas gifts for 2009. This year, flying remote control items are the most popular. This helicopter is popular with young and old alike. Measuring just six inches long, this helicopter fits in the palm of your hand. Includes 4-way control and a 3-channel controller so you can fly with up to 3 friends at once.

Remember, these items may be in short supply. Amazon orders as best as possible to replenish quickly. If you want to be notified when an out-of-stock item becomes available, you can use a site like My AZ Butler. This site allows you to list out-of-stock Amazon merchandise and will notify you when it becomes available.