According to a recent study by Vuclip, a whopping 57 percent of U.S. consumers will buy a tablet before the big show on Christmas Day. Wait, does that seem insanely high to you?

Well to some extent, the survey results seem a little skewed. The research involved 20,000 mobile customers, who were planning to stuff their own stockings with that purchase. Still, it’s a sample.

And frankly, who could blame them? Tablets are really hot right now. They’re good for everything from email and games to movies and home control. Kids love them and adults love them. There’s also a ton of them to choose from. Also, as we inch closer to the holiday, some of them are popping up as deals, which makes the prospect of buying a tablet even more enticing.

Not sure which tablet is right for you or even someone on your list? Take a peek at our Gift Guide to 12 of the Best Tablets.

Rachel Cericola - Contributing Writer

Over the past 15 years, Rachel Cericola has covered entertainment, web and technology trends. Check her out at www.rachelcericola.com.