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Keep Laptops and Phones Powered for Productive Travel

29.05.2009
Time is money, right? If your laptop and mobile gadgets have a dead battery when you need them, you're wasting time that could have been spent on-the-clock. And as a result, you're wasting money.

Today's mobile tech can be powered in many ways. Here are a few of my favorites.

Universal power adapterThese multiple-device power adapters can be a pricy purchase, but they replace all of your mobile chargers. You'll just need interchangeable adapters to attach a laptop, iPod, mobile phone, or nearly anything.

Additionally, work in cars, planes, and in outlets around the world, adding more value. Leave that rat's nest of cables at home, and you'll save hassle and space when working on the road.

USB cablesMany gadgets use a USB cable for power. If you're already toting a laptop, leave the wall-charger at home. Just pack a USB cable, and charge your Blackberry, MP3 player, or other device through the notebook.

Many mobile phones and other gadgets can recharge with the voltage of a USB cable but are physically incompatible. In this case, you can buy a off of a laptop or other USB port