Apple's iPhone and iPod Touch most searched Christmas presents

The Apple iPhone and iPod Touch are the most searched for products this Christmas, new figures indicate.

 15 December, 2009

Mcrosoft’s Xbox 360, the Nintendo Wii, and Sony Playstation 3, are also must-have gifts according to research by the consumer electronics website Experian Hitwise. 

It is the first time in three years that the Nintendo Wii has not been the most sought-after games console, while the video game Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 continues to sell well following its launch last month.

The study of internet traffic to consumer electronics websites found that mobile phones remain the most popular choice overall, closely followed by toys and video games.

Also in the top 10 are hair straightners, and Go Go Hamsters, a battery-powered robot pet which is proving a surprise hit. Several major toy retailers including Argos, Tesco, and Hamleys have been forced to limit the number customers can purchase because of strong demand.

Research director Robin Goad said: “UK consumers are clearly holding out more for bargains this year and have been prepared to order online later.

“The week ending December 5th was the peak in online product searches, so searches for products during that week are a great indicator as to the hottest gifts this Christmas.”

Top 10 most searched for products:

1. Apple iPhone

2. Apple iPod Touch

3. Microsoft Xbox 360

4. Nintendo Wii

5. Sony Playstation 3

6. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2

7. Nintendo DS lite

8. GHD hair straightners

9. Apple iPod Nano

10. Go Go Hamsters

Source : http://www.telegraph.co.uk