Another toolbox, tie or a pair of socks is so done…up your gift-giving game this Father’s Day with gadgets too irresistible to ignore. Thursday Tech gives you a run-down of the cool gizmos to make Dad’s special day feel like Christmas all over again.

iPad for Dad

This sleek slate, complete with touch screen technology and killer graphics is easily the new black. For, what’s not to love when Apple has managed to consolidate thousands of apps into one convenient fairly easy-to-use tablet? Send e-mails in real time, manipulate photos and maps, surf the Web watch movies, videos and YouTube with this WiFi-enabled device that slips seamlessly in his briefcase.

23. Flipin’ Father

If your father has the capacity to use a video camera, why not have him try the cool Flip Video MinoHD, an ultra slim high-definition camera. The new Flip features quick USB connectivity and a compact design. With four gigs of storage, dad can record up to 60 minutes of HD quality video, which can be easily e-mailed or published to the Web simply by hooking it up to a computer.

24. Water World

If Dad is a fan of the beach or likes to go fishing with the boys, then perhaps he wouldn’t mind a waterproof digital camera. The enhanced design makes the Pentax Optio w60 a standout. Check out the 10-megapixel device that withstands up to 13 feet of water. With features like HD video recording, face recognition and even an underwater movie mode, this tiny little toy is ‘shore’ to make Dad’s ‘water ways’ so much more interesting.

25. Coby Cool

iPods might be all the rage, but some fathers just want music on the go without the fuss and frou-frou. The Coby MP305 provides dad with just that, as the digital music player comes with a built-in FM radio receiver and offers quick USB connectivity.

26. Jabra Jab

It’s simply not safe to have Dad holding his handset while around the wheel, so make him a safer driver by giving him a cool Bluetooth speakerphone. The Jabra SP200 is an excellent choice as it carries the voice clearly and effectively without the pain of wires.