For all those looking to get teched up in 2012, we matched the most typical travel personae with the best new products.

1. The technological determinist: iPhone lens dial


How are those Mac Hipsters going to fit this into their skinny jeans?

2. The Doraemon: 18-pocket trench


Perfect for moms and cartoon spies.

3. The typo artist: Laser keyboard cube


There are laser beams. What other reason do you need?

4. The ski bunny: GPS ski goggles

The only thing these are missing is X-ray vision.

5. The humanitarian: Clear UV water purifier

Rumors of the bottle surfaced in 2009, but the much-anticipated Clear UV Water Purifier is worth the three-year wait.

6. The tea connoisseur: Tipping loose-leaf tea cup

Starbucks take note, loose-leaf is going mainstream.

7. The humanoid robot: The battery messenger bag

When he gives you a hug, check for a USB port in the back of his neck.

8. The dad: Flexible tripod

It's better than a tie.

9. The nocturnal drunk: Bedphones

Great stocking stuffer for the insomniac on your list.

10. The slacker packer: Pocket e-reader

We know you'll feel like a sell-out, but think about all that extra space in the carry-on.

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