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By Sandy Lee

5 essential gifts for the gadget lover

We all know someone who loves ‘gadgets’, and there are a wonderful range of technological goodies on the market that would make perfect gifts this Christmas. Whether the gadget lover is a music fan or a devoted FaceBooker, there are a few ‘must haves’ on the list this year:

IPod Nano

The Apple bandwagon rolls on with the updated IPod Nano. Coming in a range of colours, the design has been altered slightly to give the new Nano a more ergonomic outline. Battery life and storage space has been upgraded, making the Nano one of the top sellers this Christmas. Nanos come with a range of additional features and are certain to delight any gadget lover as a present on Christmas morning.

Sony Reader PRS-505

Is the printed book dead? The Sony Reader may just herald the beginning of a new age in how we read the latest novel. The updated version allows direct downloads of E-books from Sony Connect, and is lightweight and has a large screen, making it much easier to use comfortably. As publishing shifts more towards E-book technology, the Sony Reader could give you a library in your pocket wherever you go.

Apple MacBook

The MacBook has revolutionised laptops. Light, portable and very easy to use, the MacBook has rapidly taken the lead as the laptop of choice for gadget fans. Although light, its robust, aluminium shell protects the MacBook far more than the average plastic shell on most laptops. It has 2.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor, 2GB of memory, 250GB hard drive, and an NVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics processor. As well as a Multi-Touch trackpad, it also has built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 2.1 and a five-hour battery life – everything a gadget lover could wish for. And it looks good!

Digispeed 4 Ultra rechargeable battery charger

Any gadget fan knows the frustration of dead batteries in their favourite gadget, rendering it useless. Disposable batteries are expensive, particularly the long life or Lithium versions so any gadget fan worth their salt wants the ultimate rechargeable setup. The Digispeed 4 Ultra can recharge one to four AAA or AA NiCd or NiMH batteries in just a few minutes (depending on the capacity of the batteries). It also displays the individual charging status of each battery. Other features include temperature safety cut off, faulty cell detection, trickle charging, safety timer and protection against reverse polarity. If your gadget fan opens a present on Christmas morning that requires batteries, a rechargeable battery charger is a gift that will be appreciated!

The PowerStar Go emergency portable device charger

It doesn’t matter if your gadget fan has the latest Motorola or an old Nokia – there is nothing worse than a dead mobile phone battery when you’re waiting for an important call or text. The PowerStar Go emergency charger is the perfect gift for a gadget fan that is permanently attached to their mobile phone. The little case holds the key to power at home, at work, on the move…anywhere you need it! Charge the PowerStar Go from the mains, a PC or in-car and use the range of supplied connectors to power all your portable devices again and again – anytime, anywhere. If your gadget fan already has a clutch of high-tech goodies, The PowerStar Go is the gift of choice this Christmas

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By Dan Davenport

As you grow in photography, you will accumulate many tools that you use in creating great photos to enlarge and display around your home: tripods – table top and full size, filters, lenses and lens accessories, light reflectors, flash, the occasional light meter, etc. And as you range far afield taking photographs, you will definitely need a convenient way to carry and manage these accessories, Here are the top three features to look for as you select this most critical accessory.

#1 – Easy to Carry. There are three main styles of gadget bag.

The traditional “over the shoulder” type bag that opens at the top for convenient access without putting the bag down in difficult situations, and it can be swung around to your back as you actually take pictures.

Next, the “belt type.” This is very handy, but usually only good for smaller cameras and more limited collections of accessories. However, there are several “cone shaped” pouches that can be used on belt systems that keep larger cameras with long lenses “quick draw” ready for those quick shots. And the extra pouches can accommodate other lenses and accessories, also keeping them fingertip ready.

The “backpack type” bags will carry the most equipment, though they are a bit more difficult to access. These larger bags also usually have ways to carry full sized tripods built in, along with a complete array of camera gear, plus a sandwich to tide you over as you go through your photographic day – or evening. Some even have room for a laptop computer so you can offload images as you go about your photographic adventure.

#2 – Easy to Access. In many ways this is controlled by the number of pieces that you carry, and how often you have to handle and change them. A bag that is divided into separate compartments will keep your gear organized and at your fingertips ready for use – and better protected. Your own shooting style will help you determine how you want to access your equipment, but it should always be trouble free. Remember that caught straps can lead to dropped equipment.

#3 – Effective Padding. Definitely one of the most important factors. There should be enough padding to protect your valuable camera and its accessories (you wouldn’t want a critical lens or accessory to get banged and broken just when you want to use it for that great shot), but not so much that it adds significantly to the weight and bulk that you have to carry. You may even consider two bags, one for moving equipment with lots of padding, plus a more lightly padded bag for actually walking around and shooting.

Within these three basic styles are an almost infinite number of variations and combinations. As you do your research, you will probably find that you will wind up with several different bags to use for different photography adventures. The important thing is to have the equipment you need easily at hand to create those great photos that you will proudly display around your home.

About the Author: See an illustrated version of this article here ? 2008 Dan Davenport has been involved in photography for more years than he cares to think about. He worked for Minolta for over 30 years and taught photography He wants photographers to take the best photos they can and encourages them to proudly display their work for all to see.

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By Marguerite Bonneville

We live in a world where electrical appliances are usually rendered obsolete within twelve months by the development of new or improved technology.

This applies especially to most entertainment appliances, including computers and peripherals, televisions, game devices, CD players, DVD players, mobile phones and other communication devices. So it’s relatively easy to select a high-ticket gift for the people you love once you know where their passions lie.

Just steer clear of practical appliances like dishwashers and vacuum cleaners. You want to feed your partner’s soul, not help him or her work more efficiently.

1. Computers

When buying computers and peripherals, you need to know exactly what make and model the person has in mind. You can discover this in conversation by pretending you want to buy something like this for yourself and then asking, “What would you buy if you were in my position?” The other person is unlikely to get suspicious of your many questions if they think you’re just doing research.

You can use the same strategy to determine what kind of software they need.

2. Computer Games

Many big boys (and girls) still love playing computer games. There is a wealth of games available online so make sure you choose something he or she is interested in. Just be careful you don’t create a monster who neglects you in favor of game playing sessions.

3. Television

Televisions are important for sports lovers, movies lovers, TV lovers, news fans, soap fans. A second or third television is useful for eliminating conflicts when a number of people share the same living space. And recording devices such as DVD players and VCRs can free people from having to adhere to television programming schedules. So if the person you love needs to upgrade their existing equipment, use the questioning technique to discover their preferences. For smaller gifts, you can buy DVDs of their favorite actors, movies or TV series.

4. Music

Just about everyone on the planet loves music of some kind, so you can’t go wrong with a CD of their favorite performer. But if you’re it the market for a new sound system, you’ll need to consider both their preferences and your budget. You can also find some excellent gifts in the portable appliance range, which includes iPods, CD players and MP3 players.

5 .Mobile Phones

Mobile phones can do just about everything except your laundry. And that function will probably be added next month. Again, the best bet is talking to the intended recipient, then doing a little research online.

6. Gadgets

Most of us have fond memories of playing with toys, and gadgets are a perfect substitute for dolls and trains as we get older.

Technology has provided us with an incredible array of gadgets that can do just about anything we can imagine. There are entire stores devoted to the latest gadgets, from humidifiers to Swiss army knives. Some of them are enough to induce brain freeze as you try to wrap your mind around all the tasks they perform, mobile phones being a case in point. But if your partner is a gadget junkie, they will never tire of mastering one more.

About the Author: NLP Practitioner Marguerite Bonneville is a contributing writer at http://www.romantic-gift-ideas-online.com. Visit the site to download your free report on How to Choose The Perfect Gift.

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By Christopher Anderson

Whenever we hear the term “GPS”, what would probably come to our minds is a digital device with maps and other features that tells us our exact location on Earth. But did you know that such a device is just one part of GPS? The device is called a GPS receiver, and while it is certainly an important GPS device, it is but a part of a very large and complicated system that allows us to measure our exact location on earth.

The three-lettered abbreviation “GPS” stands for Global Positioning System. It is a satellite-based navigation system that has the ability to measure an object’s exact location on earth. The United States’ Department of Defense (DOD) developed the system and officially called it the NAVSTAR GPS (Navigation Signal Timing and Ranging Global Positioning System). It was intended to be used for only military operations but has been available for civilian use since the 1980s.

The Global Positioning System is an enormous and complex system that may be divided into three segments: space, control, and user. The “control” segment refers to the various stations on Earth that sustain and control the system. The “space” segment of the GPS refers to its system of satellites that transmits the signals used for location identification. The “user” segment refers to the GPS receivers–the actual unit that we often mistakenly think of as the system.

CONTROL

The “control” segment of the GPS refers to the various ground stations run by the US Department of Defense that controls the numerous aspects of the system. Specifically, these stations oversee the flight of the GPS satellites, synchronize the satellite’s onboard atomic clocks, and upload the data to be transmitted by the satellites.

SPACE

The “space” segment of the GPS is a constellation of 27 satellites that orbit Earth 12,600 miles above its surface. 24 of these satellites are in operation while the other three are on standby mode and will be used only if one of the 24 fails. Each of the satellites travels around the earth twice in less than 24 hours, traveling at a speed of approximately 7,000 miles per hour.

Each of the satellites used in the GPS configuration weighs between 3,000 to 4,000 pounds. All of these satellites are solar-powered, but all have backup batteries onboard to be used in the absence of solar power (i.e., solar eclipse). The satellites are also equipped with small rocket boosters to keep them flying on the correct path.

The signals that are transmitted by the GPS satellites are low-powered radio signals. These signals contain three different sets of data–a pseudorandom code, ephemeris data, and almanac data–that are deciphered by the GPS receiver to obtain a precise measure of its location. The pseudorandom code tells the receiver which satellite is broadcasting the signal while the ephemeris data provides information about the satellite’s position. Meanwhile, the almanac data contains information like the status of the satellite, current date and time.

USER

The “user” segment of the GPS refers to the GPS receivers, used for either military or civilian purposes. The GPS receiver is essentially an electronic device that picks up the signal transmitted by the satellites and uses the information on those signals to figure out its precise location. Of course, this function is much more complex than a simple summary makes it sound.

The GPS receiver in fact needs two things for it to gauge its location. First, it needs information to tell it the location of at least three GPS satellites. Then, it would need to measure the length between it and each of the three GPS satellites. The first information can be interpreted from the signal transmitted by the satellites while the second set of data can be obtained by measuring the speed at which the signal was received.

ALL-IN-ONE SYSTEM

Combining the control, space, and user segments, we have a Global Positioning System that can reveal our precise location here on earth.

As you can see, the GPS is not solely the GPS receiver alone. It is an immense system, and a very complex one at that. But, because every other part of the system is well maintained by the Department of Defense, we should never have to worry about those parts. All we must do is secure a GPS receiver and, in an instant, we’ll receive information about our current location and other landmarks and road conditions that the receiver may want us to know.

About the Author: Christopher Anderson is a writer for several popular online magazines, on shopping and products and product reviews subjects.

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By Jason Ryan

If you thought that the only way to rent DVDs was to head down to the local Blockbuster or Hollywood Video, you’ll be in for a nice surprise. Thanks to the ease and comfort of the Internet, you can now rent DVDs online from companies such as Netflix, Intelliflix and even Blockbuster Online.

One of the features of renting DVDs online is the pricing structure. If you rent a DVD from a popular brick-and-mortar store, you can expect to pay about $6 per movie, including taxes. One of the most popular plans offered by these online DVDs rental services is a $17.99 plan which lets you rent out 3 DVD’s at a time with no limits on how many you rent per month.

Consider the fact that if you rent just 3 DVDs per month, then you already get your full money’s worth, but the reality is that you can rent as many movies as you want for the same flat rate. Plus, with no extra fees such as shipping, and the time and gas you save, it’s almost a no-brainer to set up an account with one of these online DVD rental services. As an added bonus, all of these services offer a free trial where you can give it a try. If you don’t like it, then simply cancel your account within the trial period, and it won’t cost you a cent.

Renting DVDs online is very easy to do. Just use your home computer and Internet connection: log onto your account and browse through all the available movies. All of the online DVD rental services make the navigation simple to use and understand. Most of the movies are grouped into categories such as Drama, Comedy, Action, Foreign and New Releases so you can browse through hundreds of titles within minutes. There’s usually a review of each film also so you can get a preview of what the plot is about. Then all you do is simply place every movie you want to watch into your “to view” list. Within a couple business days, they will ship the DVDs at the top of the list to your home.

Another convenience is that there are no late fees associated with these online DVD rental services. You keep each DVD for as long as you want, until . Once you return the DVD back in the return envelope, simply wait a day or two for it to clear your queue and the next movie on your list will be delivered.

I have tried both Netflix and Blockbuster Online and I can honestly testify that these online DVD rental services are a great deal (though I give Blockbuster a slight edge). I have caught up on hundreds of movies in the past couple of years. Also, they rent TV show DVD’s so I’ve been able to catch up on many TV shows as well. The $14.99 I currently pay per month for my service is simply an outstanding value.

Give it a chance and I bet you’ll also find it superior to the old way of renting DVDs. Remember, if you’re not feeling sure about online DVD rentals, there’s usually a free trial where you can check it out risk free.

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