Graduation Gifts Under $50

A great graduation gift doesn't have to break the bank. Check out these iPod accessories, games, frames, clothes, and other graduation gifts under $50.

LiveStrong Wristbands

LiveStrong Wristbands

Forget the Hallmark card. These LiveStrong rubber bracelets cost less, last longer, and deliver a simple but powerful message. Plus proceeds from each sale go to the Lance Armstrong Foundation.

iBoxers

iBoxers

Yes! iPod underpants! These cotton and spandex button-fly boxers have a little front pocket where you can keep your iPod, other MP3 player, or cell phone (um, is that your phone ringing, or are you just happy to see us?) warm and safe. iBoxers come in several colors, for both men and women, and now, if you buy 2 pairs, you get 3 free iTunes downloads. Now that's what we call a nice package!... more

Reef Fanning Sandals

Reef Fanning Sandals

These are no ordinary flip-flops. Sure, Reef's Fanning sandals are comfortable, with contoured, textured EVA footbeds, shock-absorbing heelbags, and soft, flexible uppers. But turn them over. What's that? Built-in bottle openers? Genius! One less thing to remember to bring to the beach, and one more way to impress your friends (especially if you can learn to open bottles with your feet). Available in several colors, for men and women.

Xbox 360 Quick Charge Kit

Xbox 360 Quick Charge Kit

For you have a wireless controller for your Xbox 360, this quick charge kit will come in handy. It comes with a rechargeable battery, so ideally you can have one charging while you're wearing down the other one playing Tomb Raider: Legend. The kit can charge one battery in less than 2 hours, or 2 batteries in less than 4 hours. Each charged battery is good for up to 25 hours of game play.... more

The Naked Roommate

The Naked Roommate

Here's the perfect (read: useful and cheap) gift for a high school graduate who's headed off to college: The Naked Roommate: And 107 Other Issues You Might Run Into in College, a new book by Harlen Cohen. It covers everything from residence halls ("Living, Eating, and Bathing with Hundreds of Strangers") to how to handle bad roommates to academics ("Most Professors Don't Hate You"). And of course Greek life, dating, relationships, sex, drugs, and... more

Belkin Kickstand Case for 5th Generation iPods

Belkin Kickstand Case for 5th Generation iPods

Yes, we know, there are zillions of iPod cases out there. (We counted.) But how many are made of fine-grain leather, fit your iPod like a glove, come with a detachable carabiner clip and lifetime warranty, have an integrated display stand, and don't cost a small fortune? The new Belkin Kickstand case for 5th generation (video) iPods is now available in pink, white, and black. More iPod cases.

Color-Changing LED Clock

Color-Changing LED Clock

This crazy acrylic clock has LED lights that constantly change colors, rotating through the whole rainbow. Pastel colors dominate in a lighted room; brighter colors dominate in the dark. If it drives you nuts, you can turn the color change function off, so the face turns white. $49.99 from Target. Don't forget to "spring forward" this weekend!

Brain Age: Train Your Brain in Minutes a Day

Brain Age: Train Your Brain in Minutes a Day

As seen in the May issue of Wired magazine, this game includes loads of reading and math exercises (including Sudoku!) that stimulate your brain - and lower its "age." Find out how smart you really are; and see how smart you can become!

Target Trunks

Target Trunks

Why drop a big chunk of change on designer swim trunks? Especially when Target has so many good ones, none of which cost more than $17.99. Shown here: Mossimo's desert candle print boardshorts, which have a secure double-tied drawstring (so you don't get caught with your pants down, so to speak) and are made of polyester so they're machine washable.

Graduation Photo Frames

Graduation Photo Frames

A special day requires a special frame. We've got a variety of frames to choose from, some of which can even be personalized.