Product: The Magic Charger
Price: $49.90
Rating: Highly Recommend*

The disappearance of corded computer peripherals has been a huge improvement in the fight against desk clutter, the sort of unheralded progress only noticeable when you have to go back to the way "it used to be". Mouse and keyboard cables always seemed to find a way to tangle up (or just become eyesores to a neat freak like myself), especially when used in the confines of a smaller desk. So good riddance cabled devices! Both my keyboard and mouse are wireless models from Apple, and besides an occasional wonky Bluetooth issue, both have been dependable tools. Well, at least until their rechargeable batteries wane down to a sputter... More

Product: Sony RDP-X500IP Speaker Dock System
Price: $299.95
Rating: Recommend*

The category of audio docking units designed specifically for iOS device has exploded across nearly every home electronics manufacturer, and it's where a great deal of audio innovation is happening for consumer grade speakers for the MP3 generation. Sony has jumped into the game with a subtle little number, the Sony RDP-X500IP, a dock meant to be unobtrusive visually while still being able to compete with nearly any dock speaker system out there...
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Product: Skinomi Natural Wood Series Skins
Price: $19.95
Rating: Weak Recommend*

Unlike the iPhone, the accessories selection for the HTC Titan is pretty depressing. In hopes of both dressing up the dead serious looking slab 'o WP7 goodness, while also with the goals of protecting the front from scratches, I ordered the Skinomi Natural Wood Series application, a combo pack of screen protector with faux bois texture appliqué for the backside. The results proved to be a mixed bag... More

Product: Rain Design iRest Lap Stand
Price: $44.90
Rating: Recommend*

People who love their iPads spend hours and hours holding it in front of them. It can be a pain in the neck and also tiring on the hands. We went on a search for an iPad stand that is minimal in design yet effective and decided to give Rain Design's iRest lap stand a try. More

Product: Porter 3 Way Brief
Price: $485.00
Rating: Strong Recommend

This robust and handsome briefcase is a classic design from the Japanese clothing and accessories company Porter. The price tag isn't cheap but you certainly get what you pay for both in construction and longevity. If you're at all in need of a new briefcase for work or a stylish bag to carry around on the weekends, you might have found your match in this shiny beacon of bag goodness. More

Product: Nature's Comfort Wool Mattress Topper
Price: $203-$468
Rating: Strong Recommend*

I have long been in search of bedding that is durable, recyclable, chemical free, locally made and will not aggravate my long list of allergies (including down, most chemicals, fragrances and wool). I had just about given up when I visited Moss Envy, an eco products shop for your home and life, located in Minneapolis. They introduced me to the Nature's Comfort wool mattress topper.
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Product: Dance Central 2
Price: $49.99
Rating: Strong Recommend*

As we mentioned in our Xbox Holiday Preview post, the sequels to the best-selling Kinect Sports and Dance Central were on our list to review. Being big fans of the originals and having played the demos at events we could hardly wait to get them into the Test Lab. We are happy to report that the gameplay in both is better than ever and that we were pleasantly surprised by how well some new features work... More

Product: Bose Soundlink Wireless Mobile Speaker
Price: $299.99 Nylon, $349.99 Leather (tested)
Rating: *Recommend

In today's test lab we look at the Bose Soundlink Wireless Mobile Speaker. We hooked this component up to devices of all types-big (desktop PC), small (iPhone and Android smartphones) and things in between (iPad, Laptops). How easy is it to operate? How does it sound? And is this a device deserving of Three Benji's?

We put it through the paces of our day-to-day to answer all those questions and more. Click below to find out our thoughts. More

Product: Saeco Syntia Cappuccino Espresso Machine
Price: $1,399.95
Rating: Recommended*

If there's one thing I've gotten a little pickier about over the years, it's coffee. I wouldn't call myself a hardcore purist, but I've transitioned from a youthful ignorance beginning with the convenience of pre-ground roasts prepared with an automatic drip machine, later to stovetop and french press methods, and finally now to grinding my own beans and preparing one cup at a time using an Aeropress. The difference in taste is quite remarkable, each new technique (and other methods) revealing a wide range of tastes once untapped by the standard drip+filter machines we all grew up using... More

Product: Energizer iSurge Travel Charging Station
Price: $59.99
Rating: Recommend*

It's the holiday season and that means it's the season for traveling as well. We came across this travel charging station from Energizer, an all-in-one charging device that can power up to five devices at once. It's a surge protector that simultaneously charges your Apple devices and any other USB connected tech accessories. Not only is this the ideal companion for traveling, we'd use it at home or in the office too.
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