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Gadgets You Need

By Robert Kennedy, About.com

Technology can make a teacher's job easier. Technology can enrich lessons. Technology can keep you in the loop both at home and in your professional community. Here are some 'must have' products which I think will help you achieve these three goals. All links take you to PriceGrabber.com so you can find the best deal before you buy. And, best of all, none of these gadgets will bust your budget. I used to be a teacher. I understand how tight the money is.

Belkin 7-in-1 Retractable Cable Travel Pack

Belkin 7-in-1 Cable Kit
"The 7-in-1 Retractable Cable Travel Pack from Belkin offers a great solution for the mobile professional. It gives you an easy way to connect your USB and networking devices to your notebook computer, virtually anywhere you go.Benefits: Carries multiple cable formats, includes a complete set of retractable USB and networking cables with adapter, Eliminates loose, tangled cable clutter, Provides convenient storage of your cables and adapters when not in use." You will find endless uses for this inexpensive gadget!
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Canon PowerShot A720 IS Silver Digital Camera

Canon Digital Camera
"The PowerShot A720 IS is the quintessential A Series camera in a popular line that matches high-end image quality with fun, easy-to-use features that deliver excellent cost performance. Top-notch specifications include 8.0 megapixel resolution and a long 6x optical zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer Technology for sharp images throughout the zoom range. Canon's DIGIC III Image Processor offers advanced Face Detection Technology and Red-eye Correction for fantastic images. Even expand your creative possibilities with wide-angle and telephoto converter lenses." The uses for a digital camera are limited only by your imagination and creativity.
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Honeywell Ultimate Travelers Wireless Card Presenter

Honeywell Wireless Presenter
"Check out this handy, compact presentation tool. The Honeywell Card card presenter/ presentation remote allows you to set the pace of your presentations by controlling the slides from up to 75 feet away. This extraordinary device is smaller than a credit card and weighs only about 23 grams. It's perfect for the business travler! With the Honeywell Card Presenter you don’t need to stand beside your computer or have another person click the keyboard for you. And you don’t need to aim the remote towards the computer, projector or at the receiver. Commands include forward, reverse, black and white screen controls." You don't have to be tethered to your laptop any longer while you do presentations.
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Kensington Keyboard For Life Spillproof Keyboard

Kensington Spillproof Keyboard
"The Kensington Keyboard For Life is a spill-safe PC keyboard, plus it's guaranteed for life. Never buy another keyboard again! This sleek keyboard features a metal back plate and spill-safe design that protects electronics from liquid damage. Its slim profile design saves valuable workspace, while PS2/USB compatibility allows use with both older and newer computers." This is a no brainer for classroom use.
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Logitech 980409-0403 Noise Canceling Headphones

Logitech Noise Cancelling Headphones
"With SilentSound™ high-parametric noise canceling technology and custom-fit ear cushions, Logitech's Noise Canceling Headphones reduce outside distractions so you can enjoy each word and every note. Large 40mm neodymium drivers produce crisp, dynamic sound when you're in the mood for music, while the detachable audio cable allows you to create a quiet environment when you're not. Perfect for travel, the Noise Canceling Headphones also include an adapter for airplane audio systems and a protective carrying case so you can stow them in your carry-on." The perfect way to tune out chatty colleagues in the faculty lounge.
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Matsunichi PhotoBlitz 7" Digital Photo Frame PF7e

Matsunichi Digital Picture Frame
"Every picture is a treasure trove of moments. This is especially true if the picture records a memory shared with friends and loved ones. This 7-inch Digital Picture Frame combines all the tasteful features of a traditional picture frame with the latest digital age innovations. A full color, 7-inch wide screen LCD screen displays your photographs in a fluid, distinct way you’ve never seen before. Showcase manual or random slide shows of vacations, cherished portraits of family and loved ones, even preserve a photographic record of a successful fishing trip." Imagine the uses in your classroom for a digital picture frame!
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SanDisk Sansa Connect 4GB MP3 Player

Sansa Wireless MP3 Player
"The Sansa® Connect™ MP3 player is the first Wi-Fi® based MP3 player from Sandisk's audio line. Created by the leaders in flash memory for wireless entertainment, this flashed-based player keeps you connected to your music, friends and fresh new entertainment streams wherever you are (requires a Yahoo! ID and an open Wi-Fi® network). All from one wireless mobile player, the Sansa Connect plays music, photos and Internet radio." The perfect vehicle for listening to podcasts as well as music.
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Seagate FreeAgent Pro 320GB External USB Hard Drive

Seagate External USB Hard Drive
"Access your content from anywhere, share it with anyone and sync it to almost anything. The FreeAgent™ Pro data mover automatically duplicates and moves content you select to multiple locations. The FreeAgent Pro data mover provides anyone who’s serious about their digital content with the freedom to stay connected to it." Store your video and sound files safely on this humongous external hard drive. Then bring it to class as needed to enrich your lesson plans.
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Targus Notebook Wireless Rechargeable Optical Mouse

Wireless Mouse
"The Targus Notebook Wireless Rechargeable Optical Mouse offers RF technology coupled with 800-dpi resolution allowing for accuracy and precision in mouse movements and an uncluttered desktop. Maintain continuous operation and never worry about losing power again with rechargeable batteries and a USB charge cable that charges even during use. A dual-purpose ergonomic design is small enough for travel yet big enough for comfortable desktop operation." A most useful accessory for any teacher.
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Tripplite Protect It! 8-Outlet 3690 Joules Surge Suppressor

Tripplite Surge Surpressor
"Tripp Lite's TLP810NET surge suppressor has 8 outlets, a 10-ft. cord with a space-saving right-angle plug, and diagnostic LEDs. The unit has a surge suppression rating of 3690 joules to handle the strongest surges. Built-in RJ11, RJ45, and Type F coax jacks prevent surges from damaging your modem / fax / 10BT / cable / satellite equipment $250,000 Ultimate Lifetime Insurance (USA & Canada Only) plus surge-related data recovery warranty." Affordable surge suppression for your valuable electronic gear.
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