$499 for the 4GB version, $599 for the 8GB model
No matter where you summer, you've got to stay connected. And after Apple's splashy iPhone launch last month, it's the device that is de riguer. Not only does the hot new gadget let you listen to music and browse the latest headlines, it's also a GPS device. And with built-in features like Google maps with real-time traffic information, you can get to and from the beach without breaking a sweat.