David DeCamillis has some tech ideas for the graduate.
Dell Venue 8 Pro $299.99
It has an Intel Atom quad-core processor, 32 GB sold state drive, and 2GB of memory. It features a 1.2 megapixel HD webcam for crystal-clear calls and chats.
Dell Venue 11 Pro $429.99
The tablet that adapts to you. It combines the portability of a tablet, the power of an Ultrabook and the experience of a desktop.
Dell XPS 18 $799.99
The world’s thinnest and lightest portable all-in-one features 3rd Glen Intel Core processing power, Windows 8 and an 18.4 Full HD touch display
Microsoft Surface 2 $449.00
Powerful, ultra-thin and lightweight. It pushes the boundaries of what a tablet can do. With touch-optimized versions of Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote. Goes from plaything to workhorse in a snap.
Microsoft Surface Pro 2 $899.00
The next-generation Intel Core i5 processor provides incredibly fast performance while conserving energy. With a digital pen to take notes and draw, Surface Pro 2 is ultra-flexible. Show off everything on the big screen using the video out port. Full-size USB port and Bluetooth 4.0 provide clutter-free connections with wireless mice and headsets.
Lenovo ThinkPad Tablet 2 w/Stylus $699.00
Thin and light design, all day battery life, always-on connectivity and smooth multi-touch convenience.
AT&T Nokia Lumia 1020 – $99.99 with 2 year
The Nokia Lumia 1020 combines the image quality of a 41-megapixel image sensor with the simplicity and convenience of a smartphone that’s always with you.
Zoom in to discover hidden details you didn’t even realize you captured.
Capture great pictures even in low-light conditions.
Record high-definition video with high-quality stereo sound.
Store and share full-resolution images and video in the cloud with AT&T Locker™.
View more of everything on the 4.5″ display.
AT&T Nokia Lumia 1520 – $199.99 with 2 year
Create. Work. Play. The large display makes it easier to do all three. The Nokia Lumia 1520 lets you:
View more of everything on the 6” HD 1080p display.
Capture amazing photos with the 20MP camera even in low-light conditions.
View and edit Microsoft® Office documents while on the go.
Keep browsing even longer with a 3400 mAh battery.
Sprint Windows Phone 8XT by HTC – free with 2 year
The HTC 8XT is visually stunning and sonically brilliant. With dual front-facing stereo speakers, built-in amp, Beats Audio™ and HTC BoomSound™, you’ll experience studio quality sound the way the artist intended.Work smarter: The 8XT integrates the Microsoft® suite of services and corporate security features you rely on every day. In or out of the office, your team will remain connected and productive.