Galaxy Tab ■■■■□
A seven-inch, touchscreen-equipped Android tablet PC that's Samsung's answer to the iPad. Capable of viewing multimedia-rich Flash websites, it rocks a speedy processor, the ability to download hundreds of apps, and both WiFi and broadband wireless support. Most curious of all are rear- and front-facing cameras, allowing shutterbugs to snap pictures or casually video-conference (clothes, wrestling masks, etc. optional) with friends and family nationwide. You can use it to play games, watch movies, listen to music, and otherwise unwind.
Samsung / $TBD / www.samsung.com
Blackberry Curve 3G ■■■◧□
Here's a high-speed (3G) smartphone that's suitable for professionals and street-savvy entrepreneurs alike. Beyond the usual physical QWERTY keyboard for easy texting, it also offers integrated WiFi and GPS support, plus the option to download apps. Compatible with the Blackberry 6 operating system (which adds numerous enhancements for social networking and searching), you also get a crappy 2.0mp camera for photography and video recording. While no must-have, it's still a handy gizmo to keep in your pocket.
RIM / $29.99 with $100 mail-in rebate and two-year contract / www.blackberry.com
TK-421 ■■■■□
The biggest complaint levied at the iPhone by far is its lack of a physical keyboard, which makes texting while driving an often near-fatal experience. Remedy the situation with an iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4 case with an integrated flip-out keypad that makes pounding out emails, late-night Facebook updates and messaging your ex at 2 a.m. a breeze. A USB-rechargeable battery keeps going while you merrily tweet away.
ThinkGeek / $49.99 / www.thinkgeek.com
Wireless Trackball M570 ■■■◧□
As much time as you spend in front of your PC, why not do so in maximum comfort? Designed for superior ergonomics, this trackball mouse easily pans and scrolls without requiring massive sweeps of the arm. Keeping you from knocking over innocent objects (who put that fifth of gin next to the phone, anyway?), it also staves off carpal tunnel. Added bonus: it provides a ready excuse for why, after spending hours alone in a darkened room, you have one hand that can crush walnuts.
Logitech / $59.99 / www.logitech.com
HA-S600 ■■■□□
Tune out background noise while pumping up the bass with a set of cans that's lightweight and foldable, making it well-suited for subway rides and cross-country flights. Music comes through with surprising strength and clarity, while memory foam ear pads pleasantly block out distracting sounds. Cram it in a carry-on and you're good to cue up all your favorite Ke$ha singles and tell reality to kiss your lily-white ass.
JVC / $49.95 / www.jvc.com