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For the Movie Marathoner

Who can't relate to the big movie buff? There's one in all of us. So getting a gift that keeps your movie buddy trigger-happy should be no problemo.

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Sit on the ride of your life in your living room

Sit on the ride of your life in your living room

What's the one thing a home movie junkie would crave this Christmas? A dual Blu-ray/HD-DVD player? He's got that. 3D glasses? He has that, too. So what's left? How about a chair that moves in sync with the action onscreen? Now that's a way to get rid of those pressure sores induced by 12-hour movie marathons. Available in Asia Pacific. Price ranges from S$7,000 to S$19,000 depending on model and configuration. Apply here if you're feeling generous.

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Pioneer BDP-LX70

Pioneer BDP-LX70

Add a special touch of Christmas cheer for your close friend with this S$2,444 Pioneer Blu-ray player, the first in the market with inbuilt media-streaming function.

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Toshiba HD-XE1

Toshiba HD-XE1

Built like a tank, the Toshiba HD-XE1 weds solid construction with excellent picture quality, an ideal festive gift for any inspiring HD wannabe friends. Now available in Hong Kong for HK$7,980.

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Apple TV

Apple TV

Combined with the iTunes store, this Apple TV is a no-brainer for those who live to watch the boob tube. Moreover, even if you are unfortunate enough to live in a country that doesn't have access to the iTunes store, this S$488 can still stream Christmas carols and videos from your PC to any large screen display in the room.

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Sony VPL-VW60

Sony VPL-VW60

If money's no issue, then this S$6,999 light cannon should keep your movie buff pal pleased. Better yet if that movie buff is your significant other since, admit it, you want this, too, don't you?

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LG 60PY3RF

LG 60PY3RF

Need a Christmas gift to impress your deep-pocketed and movie-crazed associate? This LG plasma TV will fit the bill with its jaw-dropping S$15,999 pricing and theatrical 65-inch screen.

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Toshiba Qosmio G40

Toshiba Qosmio G40

This flagship multimedia entertainer from Toshiba will bring a smile on his face with its high-end features and HD-DVD drive. It's speakers and sub-woofer audio system are a joy to hear, though save up for this baby as it'll eat up S$5,199 from your Christmas budget.

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HP Pavilion HDX

HP Pavilion HDX

Not all movie buffs can afford a full home theater setup, which makes the HP HDX a perfect gift. Not only can your movie buff recipient watch his favorite shows on the large 20-inch screen, it also doubles as a powerful computing device. Grab this gift at S$5,999 from any HP dealer.

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Samsung Ultra Video F500

Samsung Ultra Video F500

Run your eyes down the specs list and you'll probably think it sounds like a top-notch device. So did we, initially.

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Archos 605 WiFi (30GB)

Archos 605 WiFi (30GB)

From home movie to street theater, this portable video player is designed for the movie buff who can't live without his hourly dose of celluloid even while on the bus. Available in Asia Pacific. S$1,295.

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