Graduation gifts should be cool, and nothing says "cool" like electronics. Need help sending that hard-working graduate out into the world in style? If "commencement" means "commence shopping" for you, don't worry. Consumer Guide has done some of the homework for you. This cheat sheet gift guide will give you some great ideas for a pretty cool electronic gift that says "congratulations, graduate."

Canon HV10 HD MiniDV Camcorder

If the grad on your list is into high def, then the Canon HV10 HD MiniDV Camcorder would be a perfect gift. The HV10 is one of the most compact 1,080i HD camcorders you can find, and the images that this little wonder captures are truly amazing. This model costs less than $1,500. The compact size can hinder operation, but most grads should be able to handle shooting with this wonder. Weighing less than a pound, the HV10 would be a fine unit to take on a trip or on to college.

Canon HV10 HD MiniDV Camcorder

Philips DVP5960 DVD Player

For a bargain-priced DVD player, the Philips DVP5960 delivers the goods. This unit has an HDMI output for up-converting standard DVD to 576p, 720p or 1,080i playback--meaning that the picture quality will astound when displayed on a true high-def screen. This player also lets you listen to music files and stream JPEGs to your television screen. The street price of this unit is less than $90.

Nikon Coolpix P3 digital camera

For those taking a trip, a good digital camera is a must. Nikon's Coolpix P3 delivers outstanding image quality, and it has "Vibration Reduction" technology that can help with the blurred images. And for traveling, it is very portable. The Coolpix P3 is about 1.2 inches thick, so while not a true ultra-thin camera, you can fit it in many shirt pockets or in small travel bag compartments. The 3.5X optical zoom lens is slightly better than average. This model is available for about $450 or less.

Tivoli Audio Model

Your graduate will need a little music to go with all of the celebrating. The Tivoli Audio Model is a small stereo system split into two units. The system's controls and one speaker are grouped together into one cabinet. The other cabinet is pure speaker. A 15-foot speaker cord runs between the two cabinets, which makes it easier for positioning them in any room. Since this stereo is small, this is no CD player or tape deck. Luckily there is one input for hooking up your own auxiliary items as well as one output to plug in a subwoofer.

Garmin StreetPilot c550 GPS System

For the grad that's navigating toward the working world, a great gift might be the Garmin StreetPilot c550 GPS system. This handheld contains detailed maps of North America and a voice-guidance system that includes text-to-speech functionality, so the c550 announces actual street names. The c550 includes an FM Traffic Message Channel (TMC) receiver, which enables the unit to receive real-time traffic updates, so being on-time to the new job is a little easier. This system is widely available for less than $700.

Garmin StreetPilot c550 GPS System

Nintendo Wii or Sony PlayStation3 Video Game Console

If you are going to give a grad a video game console, make sure you know which system is the preferred. The two consoles that were introduced in fall of 2006, the Wii and the PS3, also provide different experiences. The PS3 is more traditional, with powerful graphics and a high-def look. The Wii is unconventional, with a Bluetooth-wireless, motion-sensitive controller that makes the act of swinging a tennis racket more lifelike. Both have DVD players built in. The PS3's is a high-definition Blu-Ray DVD player, while the Wii has a 480p output standard-def DVD player.