Every litle boy who grew up wishing for a Dick Tracy walkie-talkie watch will be delighted by the latest in interactive watches...

Ties are passé. Books are just boring. This year, wow your Dad with a gift that will keep him in the know when he's on the go.

More than just a timekeeper, there are smart watches for fitness, watches that receive custom data and the modern version of the calculator watch, data-centric watches that can play music, carry data from your pc, show pictures...and yes, they still keep time.

Smart Watches for MSN Direct have timely content that is delivered to the watch over a FM radio signal. Each watch comes with local weather, national news, a monthly calendar and stock indices, but by signing up for a MSN Direct Smart Plan, you can select additional personalized information, including local news, sports scores, movie showings, horoscopes and more. With the MSN Direct Smart Plan Plus, the watch can also be synced with Outlook Calendar to remind you of important meetings, and receive personal messages via MSN Messenger.

No matter what Dad likes, there is a Smart Watch with customizable content just for him. He can keep up with sports scores, the latest news and stay one step ahead of the stock market, just by selecting the content that matters most to him. There are a number of watch styles and manufacturers to choose from—you're sure to find a perfect one for your Dad.

Suunto's n6HR is designed for health-conscious people on the move. It includes a heart rate monitor with interval timers and downloadable training manager software that lets him transfer training logs from the watch to the PC, helping to organize any sports training program. The Suunto N6HR is available online and at Coast Mountain Sports.

Tissot's High-T is the perfect accessory – sophisticated and handsome just like Dad. The Swiss-made timepiece in stainless steel has touch screen technology, which makes it easy to access the personalized information on the Smart Watch with just a touch of the finger. The High-T is available at fine jewellery stores.

Swatch's Paparazzi offers exclusive entertainment information on all the hottest shows, people and places. Available in a range of vibrant colors, the Paparazzi is for the Dad that refuses to grow up gracefully. Available through Swatch retailers only.