Tech Junkie: Gadgets for Mom

Just starting with Mother's Day weekend staring you down. You've either procrastinated or been stumped for the perfect gift. Its too late for online ordering. Fret not because we have a few ideas from the tech-side of things. There are a number of good cameras that deliver amazing results for the money. Small, but capable cameras like Canon's PowerShot SD1400 IS ELPH start around $120, but there are some solid sub-$100 performers packing fewer features and lower specs.

Eye-Fi SDHC card: Let Mom wirelessly transfer photos and video from her camera to a computer using Wi-Fi no router required. With an internet connection media can be uploaded to various sharing sites like Flickr, Facebook and YouTube. Prices start around $40 for the 4GB card.

USB Flash drive: They are affordable and easy to get your hands on even at the last minute and you can personalize it by loading a photo gallery on it. Inexpensive 4GB drives can be had for under $10, and 16GB capacity can be found for under $30. You can spend more for greater capacity, faster read and write speeds, and for features like encryption and virtually indestructible housings.

Does mom need navigational assitsance? The TomTom XL 340S Portable GPS can be found at Staples for about $120. Even cheaper, get mom a premium GPS app for her smartphone. You can add a little Mother's Day fun navigating to a surprise location.

Get an ice cream maker and make the the first batch while spending the day with mom. Machines can be found in many local retailers and some models are well under $50.

It does not have to be cutting edge tech. A watch is classic gadget. What better gift can help you reaffirm your commitment to spending more time with mom. There are many affordable options.

If your mom is active geek on the go, then the Nordstrom has a Michele Sport Sail Techno watch for around $400.