Technology is booming! The newest, coolest, must-have gadget comes out it seems every other day. Apple may lead the iPad first, but other recognizal brands soon follow with tablets, music players, games, and more. The media is saturated with the images and commercials of wants that have turned into needs. The new toy for kids isn't Barbie's pink jeep or Batman games. Kids want electronics! iPads, playstations, smartphones, tvs, computers, tablets, and more are filling up Christmas list all over the country. Jennifer Van Grove submitted an article titled, Who needs Barbie? Kids and Teens want an iPad for Christmas , reporting a survey from Nielsen showing the iPad the most desirable gift for 2011. 44 percent of kids in the U.S. ages 6 to 12 want and iPad this Christmas. And 24 percent of teens/adults 13 and up want the iPad as a gift this year. Apple is the product to have this year. Nielsen also revealed 27 percent of kids are hoping for an iPod touch or iPhone this holiday season. Not as many older kids are wishing for iPod touches. Maybe they already have one or they are holding out for something better. E-readers are expected to make great gifts for a more mature age of teens.
So parents, don't disapoint! You're kids may not be thrilled to open socks and a new Christmas sweater this year. Kids are going big. They want to catch up to society and have the latests. It's your choice to decide if you're willng to spend a couple extra hundred this year so your kid's not left out. And lets not forget about family with multiple children. This holiday season might be too expensive! Let's just remind everyone of the true meaning of Christmas and to enjoy the time you have with your friends and family. Maybe everyone should turn off all those electronics and really get to know your family this year.
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