It's that time of year again to reward the college graduate in your life. Be it family or friend, every graduate deserves some presents before embarking on the professional life. Below are five that are guaranteed to command the best thank you notes.

• Smartphone. Choose between models such as the $199.99 DROID Incredible, EVO 4g, or an iPhone. While the devices aren't cheap, they're a very nice touch. Gifts like these speak volumes about how tech savvy you really are.

• Netbook. Running at $299 on the low end, this is an excellent gift from parents or grandparents. A new computer is essential for any grad still lagging behind with that clunker from freshmen year.

• Gift Card to IKEA. Couches, dressers, chairs, you name it. IKEA is the ultimate one-stop-shop for the new home furnisher.

• Amazon Kindle. The original released in November 2007 retails for about $150. While not quite as slick as the new iPad, it's still an instant classic with the capability to display any book, magazine or newspaper available.

• Luggage. Samsonite five-piece sets start at just more than $100. This is perfect for any graduate with overseas travel on the horizon looking to take advantage of the weak euro in style.

Joe Dunn is an Austin-based writer who writers about consumer electronics with www.Deals2Buy.com.