[Michael R. Hicks]

I don't think you can have too many gadgets, but I'm definitely happy that technology is converging to bring together multifunction devices like the iPhone (as one example). Because while I love gadgets, I don't like schlepping around more of them than necessary. But now we're getting close to "optimal," at least for me:

- MacBook Pro (I could live with a smaller/lighter laptop, but this one's close to ideal)
- iPhone (phone, text, web, email, GPS/navigation, music, light gaming, camera for happy snaps)
- Kindle (duh!)

We've got a little pocket Olympus camera for better pics (plus Jan's Canon digital SLR for more serious photography), and I'm planning on getting a Sanyo Xacti HD camcorder to replace the bulky camcorders I used to use (and it will probably also double now as my "pocket camera," as well).

I've got a PSP, but haven't really used it in a while - I haven't had much time for gaming since getting In Her Name on the street and getting sucked into KindleBoards! Leslie, it's all your fault! LOL!

Mike

 

[Michael R. Hicks]

Have you tried the MacBook Air? It's not as feature packed as the MacBook Pro, but it's really great for those quick trips where you just need the essentials and don't mind the smaller screen.

We looked at that, but we really needed the pros for a variety of reasons. I'm not complaining about them, but it'll be nice as miniaturization continues!