| Must-Have Summer Gadgets |
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| It may be August but summer isn’t quite over yet! Hopefully you have at least one more getaway to look forward to and our list of must-have electronics will make your trip all the more enjoyable. Whether it’s a lightweight mini-laptop, top-notch handheld navigation or a dynamite digital camera to capture family memories we have you covered. Sure, you can travel without these nifty gadgets, but we wouldn’t recommend it! |
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| Gaming On-The-Go |
 The new HP Mini netbook computer is the perfect companion on a long flight. And, weighing in at just over two pounds it will barely make a dent in your suitcase. Its 10 inch screen and nice sized keyboard make it the ideal computer for on-the-go internet access and entertainment! Starting as low as $279.99, it’s affordable for the whole family.
Buy it for $279.99 at HP* |
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Stay on Course — Easy to Use Handheld Navigation
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 Getting lost is never fun. The Backtrack by Bushnell lets you mark your starting location and when you’re ready to return it points you back to where you started with an easy to follow arrow. Whether you’re looking for your car or the campsite, with GPS navigation in the palm of your hand getting there is just a click away!
Buy it now for $77.49 at Bushnell* |
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Preserve Your Memories in a Snap |
 If you’re reef diving in Australia on one vacation and slaloming through the Alps on the next the Canon PowerShot D10 is the camera for you. Waterproof, freezeproof and shockproof – it can keep up with you no matter where your travels take you. This compact camera is power-packed with 12.1 megapixels, automatic flash and blink detection for high-quality, hassle-free photos.
Buy it now for $318.95 at Amazon.com*
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Move to the Music |
 The Sennheiser PMX70 Sport Headphones are perfect for the active traveler. These sport headphones provide some of the best sound available in earbud-style. This set is water-resistant and ergonomic with a snug fit for all kinds of activities, from mountain biking to tearing through the airport.
Buy them now for $19.99 at Amazon.com* |
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Charge Your Batteries — Anywhere |
 Don’t be put in a panic as the battery life on your iPod dwindles without an outlet in site. Invest in a Solio charger including the Solio Classic Universal “Hybrid” Charger which works with mobile phones, iPhone™, Bluetooth® headsets, smartphones/PDAs, MP3 players, digital cameras, GPS and more. Additional tips and cables are also available. The web site has a complete list of device compatibility but unfortunately, these products will not power up your laptop…yet.
Buy it now for $70.09 at Amazon.com* |
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| (*) All prices listed are accurate as of August 4, 2009. Home Electronics Journal assumes no responsibility for price changes from retailers featured in this issue. |
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