What's the Best Tech Gadget of 2011?

by SodaHead Tech Posted 2011/12/09 21:00:00

Related Topics: Tech Gadgets Of 2011, Tech Gadgets, Apple, Steve Jobs, iPhone 4s, iPhone, iPad, iPad 2, Apple Iphone, Apple iPad, Kindle Fire, Nook Tablet, Amazon, Barnes And Noble, Technology, Tech, Nintendo 3ds

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iPhone 4S

Despite the passing of Steve Jobs, the company's co-founder and former CEO, Apple still managed to roll out its latest version of the iPhone -- equipped with a virtual personal assistant, Siri.

iPhone 4S

Despite the passing of Steve Jobs, the company's co-founder and former CEO, Apple still managed to roll out its latest version of the iPhone -- equipped with a virtual personal assistant, Siri.
Kindle Fire

Joining in on all the tablet fun, Amazon decided to launch its very own tablet computer this year called the Kindle Fire. With a seven-inch and colored multi-touch screen, this new tablet will cost you about $200.
iPad 2

Yet another Apple product release, the iPad 2 is much like the first iPad but thinner, lighter and with iOS 5. Oh yeah, and it's more than twice as pricey as other tablets, starting at $500.
Nook Tablet

We know, we know. It's the year of the tablets. Following after the iPad 2 and Kindle Fire, Barnes and Noble's Nook Tablet is an e-reader/tablet hybrid with a snappy LCD display and a $250 price tag.
Nintendo 3DS

Neither a tablet, e-reader or smartphone, the Nintendo 3DS is kind of the underdog of this list -- but no less important. The portable gaming console is three-dimensional and gets you free WiFi at certain locations.

What's the Best Tech Gadget of 2011?

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	iPhone 4S	449 votes	39%
	Kindle Fire	197 votes	17%
	iPad 2	281 votes	24%
	Nook Tablet	90 votes	8%
	Nintendo 3DS	142 votes	12%

This question is part of our "Best of 2011" series. Vote on them all!

Despite the passing of Steve Jobs, Apple's co-founder and one of the country's leading innovators in technology, 2011 has still been a pretty prosperous year as far as cutting-edge tech gadgets go.

For starters, there was the release of the iPhone 4S, the latest smartphone by Apple that's actually equipped with your very own virtual personal assistant. Her name is Siri and she's actually pretty sassy -- we're sure you've heard of her. Then, there was a percolation of new tablets -- with the more-improved iPad 2, Amazon's Kindle Fire and Barnes and Noble's Nook Tablet. And who can forget about those gamers? With the Nintendo 3DS, gaming enthusiasts could experience a portable, 3D experience -- and even snag some free WiFi, depending on their location.

But, as you all know by now, there can only be one winner. So, put on your tech-savvy hats and take the technology test: what do you think was the best tech gadget of 2011?

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BloodMist 2011/12/10 00:25:45

Nintendo 3DS

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The iPhone, the inferior product that barely had any upgrades from the previous version?Ugh, damn Apple zombies.
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EdWhite... to Rebecca 2011/12/12 17:02:03

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I kept the 3S through the release of the 4, too. But the 4S is totally new, other than outside case, with better internals, battery, memory, processing speed, cameras, Siri, etc. A slight change of the case and they could have called it a 5 and is worthy he switch when your contract runs out. I've had it for about 6 weeks and its clearly the best phone, by far. Even friends with Android based phones are giving up the fight and switching over.

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belikebunce 2011/12/12 15:04:30

Nintendo 3DS

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3d display w/o glasses! In a handheld gaming device. Not necessarily cutting edge tech, but definitely pushing the envelope.

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Milo Balls 2011/12/12 14:53:37

Nintendo 3DS

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Why is there no "Other" choice?

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JOJO 2011/12/12 14:41:10

Kindle Fire

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iPhones and iPads are way out of my budget parameters. Plus I've never been a fan of Apple. I think they are the most user unfriendly out there.

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EdWhite... to JOJO 2011/12/12 17:04:47

Jobs was an arrogant @$$ but that didn't translate down... they are very customer-centric and friendly and have great tech support and customer service. Their products are designed to work well and seamlessly (hardware with software, one program with another) and are very user friendly and intuitive to learn. Overall, very user friendly. A tad more expensive but when you compare apples to apples or oranges to oranges by boosting up a PCs equipment, etc. the costs are pretty close.

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Liberty to EdWhite... 2011/12/12 17:53:25

Visionaries are almost always perceived as "arrogant," and worse. But I don't think he was arrogant - or an ass - at all. I thank God for people like Steve Jobs., may he rest in Peace.

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EdWhite... to Liberty 2011/12/12 21:42:43

He was an arrogant @$$. He didn't even register his car so he wouldn't have license plates, exploiting a CA loophole. Why? SO he could park in handicapped spaces without getting ticketed. True story, look it up. He was a control freak with a vision - and we are all better off for it - but he wasn't a nice guy or a boss, brother-in-law, or neighbor you would want.

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Liberty to JOJO 2011/12/12 17:51:28

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You can pick up a new G3 at an apple store for $50. When the G5 comes out you'll probably be able to pick up the 4 for the same price. Worth every penny - start saving up! :) You'll be happy you did.

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dandieselonian 2011/12/12 14:27:54

Kindle Fire

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kindle fire made communication possible for my son in china

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Cathy 2011/12/12 13:18:49

Nintendo 3DS

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Since I am not into all of these new gadgets, I let my grandson pick from this list and he picked the Nintendo 3DS, he is into games.

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coach k 2011/12/12 13:11:41

Nintendo 3DS

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don't know don't care

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Sidney Valentine 2011/12/12 11:42:27

iPhone 4S

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what I really like is the Samsung galaxy S2

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david.i... to Sidney ... 2011/12/12 18:13:27

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GF has a galaxy s2, I opted for the 4S... SO glad I did. My n95 could do what an s2 can do 4 years ago!!

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shahid86 2011/12/12 10:18:26

iPhone 4S

+3
i Phone 4S is awesome!

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Jimbo 2011/12/12 05:33:41

Nintendo 3DS

+1
#d without glasses. I'm all over that.

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Fred Weasley (bless his soul) 2011/12/12 03:35:56

Nintendo 3DS

+1
Epicness = Nintendo 3DS

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nikki 2011/12/12 00:37:36

iPhone 4S

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And ipad

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deleted user 2011/12/12 00:09:46

iPad 2

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It seems very useful, I just wish it was open.

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Little Miss Unicorn 2011/12/11 23:54:30

iPhone 4S

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At first I thought it was just a cell phone, but I'm telling you, once you get an iPhone, you'll be hooked.

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EdWhite... to Little ... 2011/12/12 17:06:03

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Its a mini computer with a great camera that makes calls. The others are phones that occasionally can do some mini computing. BIG difference.

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Little ... to EdWhite... 2011/12/14 00:48:27

I know? Which of the other gadgets has a personal assistant named Siri?

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Kirino 2011/12/11 23:08:56

Nintendo 3DS

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iphone winning the poll? Apple fanboys are everywhere.

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David 2011/12/11 22:59:06

iPhone 4S

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IPhone 4S <33

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angel face 2011/12/11 22:24:38

Nook Tablet

+1
i love to read

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doc moto 2011/12/11 20:52:19

iPhone 4S

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Have an iPhone 3 now, so we are waiting on the money to go 4S; hope soon!

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NatAlex23 2011/12/11 20:23:00

Nintendo 3DS

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Finally Nintendo got 3D right.

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pat man 90s 2011/12/11 20:08:05

iPad 2

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I pad 2 is the best

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Bill G5... to pat man... 2011/12/12 15:05:30

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"Was" the best. I'm waiting for 3
http://www.macrumors.com/2011...

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bella 2011/12/11 19:15:02

iPhone 4S

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It's an opinion, I have one and I love it. It depends on what you're into these days. 

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Beth-RAWR-Foster 2011/12/11 19:13:29

iPhone 4S

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then ipad, then nitendo 3DS xD they're all awesome!

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aro BN-01 2011/12/11 19:13:22

Kindle Fire

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A sub $200 tablet just seems more impressive to me than the iPhone 4S. I'm sure it "just works" but it's key feature (Siri) has been shown to work on the lowly iPhone 4, and only doesn't because Apple wants people to buy the 4S. And as for the rest of its upgrades, dual core processors and 8 MP cameras have been on Android phones for a year or longer. That sounds like playing catch-up, not innovation.

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kristine 2011/12/11 17:48:27

iPhone 4S

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its awesome...

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Melody P. McKnight 2011/12/11 16:59:31

Kindle Fire

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I would vote iPhone but it's the 4S i love my 3G it has never failed me and I have tons of memory left. The androids can't hold 500 photos and 15 apps with 5 albums and counting . Now the reason i chías the Kindle Fire is because Its madre out Of Gorilla Glass, I let my friend borrow my phone and one time her mom went physco and through my phone against the wall. The screen cracked but I had te warranty and Got a Brand new iPhone :) And the Kindle fire can do everything a IPad can do except the cam. It's a very good deal too! It cost more to make than what they are selling it for

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Melody ... to Melody ... 2011/12/11 17:09:31

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Excuse my grammar; I hit the Español option by accident. (one fault about the phone is it's keyboard being too close together)

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De-Dee 2011/12/11 16:48:20

iPhone 4S

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I've got a laptop, don't need a tablet, I prefer paper books and I don't play games. So iphone wins in my book. *OH NO, I'm into all the ihype now!!*...whatever. Heard/read all the other anti-apple and sales-pitches already. I'd like an iphone, but I won't be getting one anytime soon. I've got that typical college kid financial status haha. Maybe someone will be really nice for Christmas.

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Resp 2011/12/11 11:53:58

iPad 2

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I think the iPad is great for content delivery and will reduce the use of paper.

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Vee 2011/12/11 11:18:11

iPad 2

+3
I think Ipad 2 since we have it and i dont have the rest :)

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SoLongFairLady 2011/12/11 10:57:20

Nintendo 3DS

+3

still winning

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tewaz1 2011/12/11 06:35:29

iPad 2

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This amazing gadget is all I take to school with me now. It has replaced my text books (and in 2 semesters, just the savings on these books will pay for the iPad), my notebooks, my planner, my calculator, my pencils, pens, highlighters, and it includes easy access to the internet, so virtually unlimited reference materials, high quality games, television and movies. It really is an all in one school tool!

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emo ♥ Яenju 2011/12/11 06:02:29

iPhone 4S

+2
love it....cool ...

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