Review: BlackBerry Storm for Verizon Wireless

The ‘iPhone killer’ label (which I hate using – BTW) has been thrown around since the first touch-screen device hit the market after the original iPhone was launched last year. Unfortunately, nothing has been able to live up to the hype. Both consumers (you) and techies (us) have been eagerly awaiting the launch of the Storm in the hopes that it would knock the iPhone down a peg, or even level the playing field. I don’t want to dash your dreams, but the Storm is not on par with the iPhone. It is, however, the closest device available on the market today to compete with the iPhone. But that’s not saying much. Imagine the iPhone being on top of a mountain with the rest of the touch-screen devices at base camp. The Storm sits atop all the rest, but it’s still at base camp. More at http://www.crunchgear.com/2008/11/20/review-blackberry-storm-for-verizon-wireless/.

nüvifone

Has anyone got any views on the new nüvifone? I know it hasn't launched yet, but would be interested to hear whether people are excited about it and think it'll be better then the iPhone 3G.

Computer Travel Tips

# Virus Protection: Many people load their virus protection on their home computer, but forget to do so on their portable computer. A virus is a virus, no matter where you get it. # Setup and Boot Disks: Bring setup and boot disks, as well as any necessary registration numbers for re-installs and downloads. Boot disks, or startup disks, contain all of the system files necessary to get your computer up and running again if it encounters problems. # Software Components: Use the same software, even the same versions, at the office and on your laptop. Comfortable work habits are already difficult to maintain while traveling; you don't need the added frustration of changing your routines for a different version, or worse, different brand of software, especially for high-volume tasks like word-processing and e-mail. Important Note: Test any new software before you leave. Conflicts in your software or operating systems could arise, and the last place you'll want to deal with them is on the road. # Adaptor Plug Sets: If you are a frequent international traveler, it is wise to invest in a set of frequently used electrical adaptor plugs. There's nothing worse than being all booted up with no way to plug in. # List of Necessary Passwords: It's a double-edge sword. The more complicated the password, the harder it is for people to figure out -- and you to remember! If you tend to save passwords instead of re-typing them, you'll need to either to load them onto your computer or write them down somewhere safe, like an appointment book. # Contact Numbers for Technical Support: Bring phone numbers and bookmark Web sites for companies from which you may need technical support or downloads during your trip. As with passwords, it might be best to write these down in an appointment book or somewhere else that will always be with you, so you don't have to travel with countless slips of paper.

Multiple function of watches

Binary time for your wrist,USB Memory,Metallic Video Watch with OLED Screen,A deep black stroke of genius on your wrist,Thin watch design with reverse display,Retro TV Alarm Clock with Remote.......which watch can be cooler than those in the list? http://www.thinkgeek.com/gadgets/watches/

Top 10 Coolest Travel Gadgets

These gadgets should help make your life easier.Which ones are your favorites? All of them get involved some hi-tech and fashionable designs. http://www.techeblog.com/index.php/tech-gadget/top-10-coolest-travel-gadgets

Luxury Travel Electronics - Language translator and more

http://www.brookstone.com/store/thumbnail.asp?sid=190607&wid=19&cid=1906&search_type=subcategory&

Vacation and Beach gadgets

vacationgadgets.com .... www.vacationgadgets.com/productmgmt/subcat.asp?nCatID=13&sCat=Beach+ List of watergadgets - http://www.beachcomber.com/Gadget/newgad.html

Waterproof Gadgets

Here's some links for good waterproof gadgets . . . Mark Harris's list: http://www.meharris.co.uk/10bestwaterproof.html MSNBC's List: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20396588/ Excite Blogware's list http://www.coolest-gadgets.com/20060814/waterproof-gadget-bags/

What GPS system works worldwide?

I used to have a garmin, but it didn't even work in the canyons by my house in LA. So, what works for you guys? Theoretically they're supposed to work all around the world, but that doesn't mean that there is data in every country. Anything work for China?

Who has the best umbrella?

I love this umbrella. Its spring loaded both ways... Meaning at a push of a button it opens, and at a push of a button it closes. =) Also, it has a vented canopy, and a freakin' flash light built right into the handle. Oh top of all this, its jet black. What more could you ask for? http://www.brookstone.com/shop/product.asp?product_code=464719&cm_ven=Compare&cm_cat=ChannelAdvisor&cm_pla=msn&cm_ite=datafeed