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If you are frequently looking for a Wi-Fi hotspot when you are visiting coffee shops or traveling, check out the Canary Wireless Digital Hotspotter HS20.
According to Laptop Magazine, “Save time and stay connected on the road with the Canary Wireless Digital Hotspotter HS20.  This smart tool goes beyond simply detecting Wi-Fi hotspots wherever you are: [...]

If you are looking to make your business travel more productive, you will be happy to know that Delta Airlines is following suit with the other major airlines and will be offering internet access during flights in the near future.
According to the Associated Press story Delta to offer Wi-Fi on mainline domestic fleet by Harry [...]

If you are a frequent business traveler, here is a good article from MSNBC.com on the 3 biggest mistakes business travelers make by Christopher Elliott…
“August 4, 2008 - A few years ago, Microsoft released a survey that suggested two-thirds of business travelers would just as soon spend time in a dentist’s chair as go on [...]

If you need a break at work or a diversion while traveling, here is a review from USA Today by Marc Saltzman on the best iPhone games from The Apple App Store…
‘Texas Hold ‘em’
(Apple; $4.99; 9 stars out of 10)
Poker fans can now enter virtual tournaments and play against intelligent computer opponents (video clips of [...]

If you own a Sony eBook Reader, you will be happy to know that Sony just announced they will allow other third party book stores to sell books via the Sony eBook Reader… therefore likely increasing it’s library size and giving you more selections.
According to the Associated Press story Sony opens up e-book Reader to [...]

If you are looking for a great search website that is optimized for cell phones, check out Ask Mobile Search (m.ask.com).
According to Laptop Magazine, “Google and Yahoo have fine mobile products that most of us have already tried, but Ask.com’s new focus on mobile bears good fruit in a clean design that brings users right [...]

If you have wondered how much you should tip, here are some general guidelines from EmilyPost.com…
RESTAURANTS:
Wait service (sit down)
15-20% pre-tax
Wait service (buffet)
10%
Host
No obligation
$10-$20 on occasion, if you are a regular patron
Take Out
No obligation
0-10% if the person went above normal service
Bartender
$1 per drink or 15-20% or tab
Tipping jars
No obligation
tip occasionally if you are a regular or [...]

If you are living in California or one of the US States that recently outlawed using your cell phone while driving, you will be happy to hear about Jott.com… Jott can convert your voice into emails, text messages, reminders, lists, and appointments from any cell phone.
Simply go to Jott.com and sign up for a free [...]

As I am sure you have noticed recently, the major airlines have gone on a new surcharge spree.  Therefore I thought you would benefit from the MSNBC article 4 outrageous airline fees and how to avoid them by Christopher Elliott…
According to Christopher…
“June 7 2008 - Here are four outrageous new surcharges the airlines have imposed [...]

If you frequently travel and dream of one day having a laptop that is powerful, versatile, and light… well that day has come… HP recently launched their new Mini Note 2133.
According to HP’s website…
It might be small in size but it’s big on usability, durability, and attractiveness. Packed with an impressive combination of features, the [...]

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