The Gadgetree: Gadget News and Reviews

Mother’s Day is swiftly approaching!  If you haven’t caught them yet, be sure to read parts 1 and 2 of our top 5 recommendations for Mother’s Day gadgets.  And if you’re still looking for an excellent gadget to make Mom’s day, here we give you the top Mother’s Day gadget recommendation.

1. A Nintendo DS Lite isn’t your typical Mom-centric gadget, but we think it’s an outstanding choice.  Video games have been shown to improve memory function in elderly people (and likely works just as well for middle-aged and younger brains).  Whether your mom likes puzzles, platform games, or blasting enemies, she’s sure to find something she likes on the DS.  You can customize your gift by choosing Mom’s favorite color: white, red, blue, pink, or one of the many special-edition colors or custom skins available.

Built-in wi-fi means that your mom can communicate with other DS users in the vicinity on some games, and even chat or share game items.  You can take your DS over to Mom’s house for a tournament or to share tips and tricks on your favorite games

Get Mom a game to go along with her new toy, too.  We recommend Brain Training, but there are many, many games out there to keep her occupied while doing something she enjoys.  Tetris, Cooking Mama 2, Trauma Center, and lots of others are great gifts for mothers.  Some moms really enjoy keeping virtual pets, and there’s no shortage of this type of game on the DS.  With the great choices and ease of use, it’s easy to see why the Nintendo DS Lite wins the honor of being our number one recommended gadget for your mom.