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It's Christmas again, but this year's economy makes seasons of huge flat-screen TVs and expensive game systems under the tree seem like a fever dream.

You've got to shop smart - and there's a tech gift to wow them in every price range.

Check out some of these savvy buys.

Kodak Zi6 Pocket Camcorder

It's small, simple to use and even has a small mirror on the front for better shooting.

Its memory is expandable to an impressive 32 GB and there's no need to charge it — just pack a few AA batteries.

Comes in black and pink.

Who it's for: Video bloggers, future YouTube stars, anyone looking to capture the moment

Cost: $160

Where to buy: Target, Best Buy

USB Traffic Light

The workaholic on your list can let people at the office know what kind of day it is before they ever get to the desk with this street light that doubles as a USB charger and voice recorder.

Who it's for: Your boss — or anyone with chatty officemates

Cost: $18

Where to buy: Usb.brando.com

Remote-control Batmobile/Batcycle

If you let your kids watch "The Dark Knight" you can help them get past those Joker nightmares by buying them one of these cool remote-control Batvehicles.

Who it's for: Kids (or their parents) who love both superheroes and RC cars

Cost: $19-$29

Where to buy: Toys R Us

Wild Planet Spy Gear Micro Spy Kit-X2

Aspiring spy kids love the Wild Planet Spy Gear toys.

This kit brings together some of the best gadgets — the Micro Ear Light, Secret Agent Pen, Spy Micro Listener and Spy Motion Alarm — all on a cool belt.

Who it's for: Kids who love gadgets

Cost: $21.99

Where to buy: Toys R Us, Amazon.com

SanDisk Sansa Clip (2 GB)

Like the more-expensive iPod Shuffle it comes in five colors, weighs less than an ounce and can clip to your clothing.

Unlike the Shuffle, it comes with a small screen for easy navigation, built-in mic for voice recording and an FM radio receiver.

More for less? Yes, please.

Who it's for: Music and audiobook addicts on the go, runners and kids who want their first (but low-cost) MP3 player.

Cost: $30-$60

Where to buy: Walmart, Target and www.sansa.com

Magellan RoadMate 1200

Men don't want to ask directions — but we're not opposed to gentle, unsolicited reminders from a cool gadget on our dashboard. The easy-to-navigate touchscreen will make the road warrior on your list feel like an expert the very first trip.

They'll never print MapQuest directions again.

Who it's for: The directionally challenged (read: men), road trippers

Cost: $129

Where to buy: Kmart, Best Buy