Even the most diehard iOS fan has to admit this Android robot mascot USB Device Charger is pretty cute. Plug in the $25 accessory, and the figurine's eyes glow blue while charging, then turn white when your device is fully charged. More

Leviton Recessed Outlet
• $13.95
• Leviton

Electrical outlets are one of those ugly necessities you just learn to live with or try very hard to hide. Epecially true if you're a plugged-in type with a small electronics store worth of gear around the house [looking around whistling]. One common problem area: walls where an HDTV is directly mounted onto the wall. A recessed outlet like this will permit flush mounting without power plugs getting into the way of a wall-hugging fit. Also quite useful when installed behind wall units and other larger furnishings where a plug could get in the way.

Did you know you can recharge regular AA and AAA alkaline batteries safely? Neither did we...we always believed you had to use rechargeable models. There's a catch though: you'll need a device called the SecondWind Alkaline Battery Charger, and it's not compatible with NiMH, NiCAD or Lithium-based batteries. But if you've got a drawer full of dead Energizer or Dura-cell (the manufacturer recommends name brand for their quality control), this could be a useful way to eke out a little more life/use... More

Turn over the charger or plug to any electronic device and you'll notice small print and symbols related to the power requirements of your device. But what do all those symbols all mean and why do they matter when plugging in... More

From the depths of Conan O'Brien's "If they mated..." schtick comes this surpisingly attractive camera-iDock hybrid. It's part vintage camera, part iPhone USB charger, all-around gorgeous, and handcrafted from an Etsy seller. What's not to love? More

Batteries. You live and deal with them everyday, but do you really know the proper way to use and maintain them for optimal life? We dispel some of the myths and look at a few of the not-so-obvious care techniques so you can keep your gear juiced for the long-run. More

You want to know one of my favorite parts of staying in a hotel? Getting to use a bedside table lamp with a power outlet built in. It's the perfect spot to leave your phone/alarm clock/livesaver to charge for the night. You can bring the comforts of a resort stay to your own bedroom each night with one of these 10 outlet-fitted table lamps. More

You waited patiently. For two years, you watched as the iPad became more powerful and its software library exploded. Now the third generation iPad is here, and you finally made the leap. Given the mountain of potential accessories, apps, and additions available, we've put together a few tips for first-time iPad owners like yourself. More

Charging terminals are popping up all over public spaces, airports, and airplanes these days and for those of us toting smartphones (perpetually dying iPhone I'm looking at you) and tablets these are a very welcome sight. Many of these terminals, like the one shown above, have the option of using USB or 110-V AC power so how do you choose which to use when your gadgets can use either? More

Tired of ugly faceplates cluttering up your freshly painted wall? They stick out like a sore thumb after all the hard work we've done in designing and styling our homes. Here are a few great options to clean up the look of your home! More