We all know the Internet can be an incredible resource. It can also be quite difficult to navigate. New websites and apps constantly appear, and the old ones are always being updated.
To help you make the most of your digital experience, we at Mashable keep you up with the latest information, whether it's a great new app or gadget, a nifty nerdy gift idea or advice on how to be a productive member of the various social networks.
We understand you're busy and might have missed some of our articles the first time around, which is why at the end of each week we round up our most usable posts. This week's features roundup has everything you need to make sure your holiday season is filled with cheer, from great gifts in our Gift of the Day series, to YouTube videos to get you in the spirit.
For all that and more, read on.
Editor's Picks
From entertainment and gaming to politics and fitness, these were our favorite new apps of 2012.
Mashable’s 10 Biggest Stories of 2012
Before you begin making 2013 resolutions, take a moment to savor Mashable's top stories of 2012.
14 Holiday Movies You Can Watch Online
Like a well-crafted string of popcorn on your Christmas tree, this carefully curated list of holiday movies is ready for your viewing pleasure.
'Damn You Auto Correct' Unveils 11 Funniest Texts of 2012
Last year, we cringed and laughed at the top auto-corrected text messages sent to friends and loved ones. You'd think we would have learned our lesson by now.
5 Essential WordPress Tips for Beginners
If you haven't seen this list of cool features, you aren't getting the most out of WordPress.
Gift of the Day
Your Most Mobile Friend Deserves the Wallee Smartphone Mount
Wouldn’t it be handy if you could secure your smartphone or tablet in each of the places you use it most? Try the Wallee.
Give the 'Star Wars' Force Glove to Your Favorite Jedi
What do you buy the Star Wars fan who already has every lightsaber, mask and action figure? The magic of The Force.
This iPhone Bike Mount Is a Nifty Gift for Cyclists
Like your iPhone? What about your bike? With the GoRide bike mount, you can combine both -- with style.
Your Screen-Obsessed Friend Will Adore These Smartphone Gloves
If you're looking for a Christmas gift for an owner of a touchscreen device, we might have just the thing.
Interactive Blocks Are a Clever Gift for Intelligent Tots
Looking for a unique gift for the casual gamer in your life? The award-winning Sifteo Cubes might be the answer you're searching for this holiday season.
Give This Wireless Speaker to Your Favorite Social Butterfly
This mini wireless speaker takes any casual or formal soirée to the next level.
Give Dad the Ultimate Remote Control for His Connected Home
Control your home using your iPhone and the Belkin WeMo system.
For more tech gift suggestions, visit Mashable's Gift of the Day topic page.
Social Media
How to Email Tweets Directly From Twitter's Website
Twitter has started rolling out the ability to email tweets from its website.
Facebook Introduces Messenger For Non-Users
Facebook has introduced a new feature for Messenger that lets you sign on even if you don't have an account.
Facebook Now Lets Users Create Repeat Events From the Past
Facebook built a new feature that lets users create a repeat event, company engineer Bob Baldwin announced.
Why Facebook Just Turned Your Subscribers Into 'Followers'
At some point in the next few days, and henceforth, your subscribers will be known as followers.
Twitterrific 5 for iOS Now Available
Twitter client Twitterrific has reached version 5, and is now available for iOS devices.
Spotify Wants to Make Music Discovery Truly Social
Spotify's next big update will bring real social discovery to the music platform.
12 Memorable Mashable Videos of 2012
We list down 12 of Mashable's favorite in-house video moments of 2012.
Sulia: The Hottest Social Network You've Never Heard Of
Social services that promise to aggregate online content are nothing original, so where does new site Sulia fit into the mix?
For more social media news and resources, you can follow Mashable's social media channel on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook.
Business & Marketing
Your Talent Acquisition Strategy Needs SEO, Too
A little search engine optimization goes a long way to getting your jobs out in front of the candidates your company needs to meet its growth objectives.
Do Publishers Still Need Native Apps?
Does it still make sense to invest in native apps for smartphones and tablets? Execs from Google, New York magazine and the Financial Times weigh in.
Uniqlo Packages Promotions in Online 'GIF Box'
Uniqlo is packing its holiday offers in artist-commissioned "GIF boxes."
Just what you need: five more ways to waste time!
Experience the 2012 Mashable Media Summit on Storify
The Mashable Media Summit covered the future of digital media, including trends in the mobile and social web and trends like native advertising.
12 Entrepreneurs Share Advice on Incubators
If you're considering an incubator as a way to turn your startup idea into reality, steal some tips from founders who have been through the process.
4 Things Media Companies Must Do … or Die
Things aren't looking so good for media companies, but here are four strategies in development, design, advertising and strategy that could turn things around.
Roqbot for Business App Turns Customers Into DJs
Businesses put a lot of thought into the consumer experience: where a store is located, what color the menus are. But few seem to acknowledge that music can make or break a customer's time spent shopping or eating.
The 10 Most Overused LinkedIn Profile Buzzwords of 2012
If you really consider yourself creative, prove it by thinking of a better word to describe yourself on LinkedIn.
8 Kickstarter Alternatives You Should Know About
Some of Kickstarter's competitors are gaining traction in the crowdfunding market. These services could give Kickstarter a run for its money in the future.
Hey, Small Business Owner: Maybe Social Media Isn't For You
Some small and large companies don't have a social media presence -- sometimes, for good reason.
7 Stocking Stuffers for the Entrepreneur
Try one of these budget-friendly alternatives, sure to please any hard-working, enterprising small business owner on your gift list.
How to Tell Someone You're Job-Hunting
Here are a few tips to tell your contacts that you're job-hunting without killing the conversation.
For more business news and resources, you can follow Mashable's business channel on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook.
Tech & Mobile
20 Extraordinary 3D-Printed Gifts
Give your loved ones something truly unique this holiday season: 3D-printed gifts.
How Nintendo Shaped 30 Years of U.S. Gaming
As Nintendo releases its newest console, we take a look at how it dominated the U.S. market since 1985.
10 iPhone 5 Cases That Make Perfect Stocking Stuffers
We've found 10 fantastic iPhone 5 cases that your friends will be ecstatic to unwrap this Christmas.
The Year in Cybersecurity: Malware, Social Media and Web Exploits
Cybersecurity firm Sophos releases its annual security report, warning of the growing threat of malware and new exploits for Android and social media.
10 Online Resources to Prepare for the Mayan Apocalypse
By some interpretations of the Mayan calendar, the apocalypse will happen on Dec. 21, 2012. Here are some online resources to help you enjoy your last days.
Google Launches New Gmail App for iOS
Completely rebuilt from the ground up, Version 2.0 of the Gmail app brings with it a new look and feel.
MyLED Brings Notification Lights to iPads and iPhones
MyLED is an external notification light for iPhones and iPads that flashes to alert users of missed calls, emails and social-network updates.
Amazon Offers Kindle Owners All-You-Can-Eat Kids' Content
Amazon is launching Kindle FreeTime Unlimited, which gives Kindle owners thousands of kid-friendly titles for a monthly fee.
Chihuly App Brings Glassblowing To The iPhone
Glassblowing has made its way to the iPhone in the form of a new app called Chihuly.
Casio Watch Connects iPhone to Your Wrist
Casio's G-Shock GB6900AA with Bluetooth 4.0 syncs with your iPhone to deliver email and phone call alerts. Oh, and it tells time, too.
You Can Buy an Edible iPhone 5 Case for $81
Japan's Trend Shop is selling an edible iPhone 5 case for $81.
The Best Cheap Phones This Holiday Season
If you're shopping on the cheap, finding a good deal and a decent phone is tough. Luckily, we're here to help this holiday season.
For more tech news and resources, you can follow Mashable's tech channel on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook.
Lifestyle
UGG Earmuffs Bring Music to Your Ears
UGG, the Australian company best known for shearling boots and shoes is out with headphone earmuffs.
Is Your Kid Smartphone-Obsessed?
Today's kids sleep with their smartphones tucked into bed with them. Are they on the road to tech addiction?
5 Lesser-Known Fitness Gadgets to Fuel Your Workout
Your workout is not the time to disconnect from your gadgets.
5 Ways to Watch TV and Movies on Your iPad
Check out these iPad apps you can use to discover and stream TV shows and movies. Some of them even allow you to interact with the content in unique ways.
8 Festive YouTube Videos for Your Hanukkah Celebration
Ignore those Christmas carolers at your front door and check out these eight YouTube videos featuring Hanukkah anthems.
7 YouTube Videos for Your Holiday Party
Put your holiday party in just the right spirit with this collection of seasonal videos. We have the perfect soundtrack for your cozy get-together.
Add-on Turns iPhone Into Rugged Wide-Angle Action Cam
The Mophie OutRide turns your iPhone into a rugged, wide angle action cam.
8 Gorgeous Vacation Villas You Can Rent Online
Renting a villa for a vacation sounds extravagant -- and it often can be.
Hoppit Helps You Find Restaurants Based on Your Mood
Hoppit lets users search for restaurants based on their current mood and the people they are with at that moment.
5 Tech Innovations Improving the Travel Experience
Rafat Ali describes his picks for Mashable's Innovation Index.
For more digital lifestyle news and resources, you can follow Mashable's lifestyle channel on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook.