gift guide

Although the Chromecast is almost foolproof in both setup and functionality, what it does is limited compared to the competition.

The leader of the streaming player pack, the Roku 3 offers the most content choices, a comprehensive search feature and a remote that enables private listening.

The 32-inch Samsung UN32H5500 delivers sharp, 1080p video and has useful smart TV features. But it'll cost you.

The Garmin Vivosmart wristband marries accurate activity tracking with smartphone notifications in a comfortable, minimalist design.

The updated Moto X is an Android phone with a gorgeous display, chic design, solid performance and efficient voice comments, all at an accessible price.

The Galaxy Note 4 delivers a luscious quad HD screen, advanced multitasking, better pen input and a sharper camera, all in a slick metal frame.

The Plantronics BackBeat Pro Wireless Headphones deliver rich audio, good active noise cancellation and more than 24 hours of battery life.

The iPhone 6's elegant design, crisp display and speedy processor make it the best iPhone yet.

The Sono Playbar soundbar fills your room with rich sound, whether from movies or music--if you're willing to pay a premium for the experience.

CamKix adds fun flair to iPhone photography at a great price, but you get just average image quality.