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What is/are the must have gadget/s a person should always have?

There are many interesting gadgets out there and many competitors for each as well... so what are the things we should have or the ones essential for someone? And what brand will be the best choice?

Money isn't easy nowadays that's why picking the important and best ones is of course needed.
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csmagor | 2 years, 1 month ago
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You're right, there are tons of interesting gadgets - but how many of them are really essential.

These are the gadgets that I cannot live without.

1. Notebook: Mac Book Pro - I upgrade my notebook every two years.
2. Desktop: Self-built with two monitors, it helps with the bigger jobs. Building your own desktop is easy and lets you get a lot more bang for your buck.
3. Cellphone: My phone is a piece of junk Sony Ericsson that is due for an upgrade, but it works anywhere in the world and when I got it there were not very many that could do that. I would opt for an iPhone but can't get one on my carrier and I am all about saving money on cellphones.
4. WiFi Router: I use an Apple Airport Express, but as I am starting to test its limits - it can only handle 10 devices, I may have to switch up for an Airport Extreme. Wireless networking is a lot easier on Apple.
5. Television: I rock a late model 46" Panasonic Plasma - great picture and really fast.
6. BluRay Recorder: This is not really essential, but if you have a great TV, BluRay looks very impressive and it is nice to be able to record your favorite programs. I live in Japan so I have my pick of the good ones, but when it comes to AV stuff, I am a big fan of sticking to the same brand - cuts out the need for a universal remote.

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I am guessing that in a few years people will be adding an e-book reader to that list.
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chemist | 2 years, 1 month ago
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Choice of Peoples may differ from time to time and place to place. However, there are certain gadgets, which are always essential. For example: a branded Pen, branded Spectacles, branded Wrist Watch (was once most essential gadgets).
Now, people used to like a branded Mobile phone with internet, mp3 player & camera (three separate gadgets in one), a branded laptop is also essential for all executives
So, my choice is as below:
1. Mobile (Nokia)
2. Laptop (Mac)
3. Pen (Cross gold)
4. Spectacle (Lafonton or Benetton)
5. Wrist Watch (Rolex)
6. Lighter (Dupond), etc, etc, etc,

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maggieray | 2 years, 1 month ago Report

I'd pass on the pen and cant count my spectacles as gadgets as they an like a part of my body but I wanted to comment on the watch. I think this is one that many people don't think about but it is definitely one that should be on the list for those times when electronic things are not working

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squarix | 2 years, 1 month ago
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It's just my opinion but I don't really think any gadget is "essential." People and love are essential, not things. That being said, there are lots of things that it would be much much harder to survive without, but survive people did in the past. What was a gadget or device a person should always have 100 years ago? A sewing machine? A plow? But I also think there are lots of things people these days feel they would die without:

A telephone (not even a wall phone anymore, but a mobile phone like verizon)

An MP3 player (I admit it, life would be much harder without my Ipod)

A computer (lots of people make their living on the computer these days, so it's an essential tool to have.)

As for brands, what brand you choose really doesn't matter, but keep in mind that you normally do get what you pay for (unless it's a huge sum of money just for a brand name, which I would avoid.)

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m2ponce | 2 years, 1 month ago
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There are many gadgets now that people use that were probably not yet invented 5-10 years ago but people have been to dependent on them to survive. Personally, I will list the gadgets that I own which I use everyday which I consider a must have.

1. A simple but reliable mobile phone. A person does not need an advanced model to use. He or she just need the phone to call someone or receive calls. Nokia and Motorola are the models I used before that are very dependable.

2. A digital camera. If you are fond of traveling, you definitely need one. 10 megapixels is enough, and if you are not serious in making a career out of photography, I think you do not need a digital SLR. Good brands are Nikon and Canon.

3. PC or laptop. Nearly everyone needs one for work or to communicate through email. I do not have a laptop but I have a PC at home. I do not need a laptop as of now because our office provides a pc to use. Good brands are Mac, HP, Lenovo, Toshiba, Dell

4. mp3 player. This gadget is not a must have. You may need it to relax and listen to music at home or while doing exercise. It helps relieve stress. You can also store pictures in some models. You can also play games with it. Popular brands are iPod and Creative.

That's it. You may add more but if you are in a tight budget, these are the only ones which are essential. Good luck and enjoy your gadgets!

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brendonbarnett | 2 years, 1 month ago
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Call me old fashioned but, I would never go anywhere without my Swiss Army Knife. You never realize how much you would use it until you have one. A must have in my book!
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sunshine09 | 2 years, 1 month ago Report

You must have a very BIG problem Brandon !!

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brendonbarnett | 2 years, 1 month ago Report

That's what she said!

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annelisle | 2 years, 1 month ago
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These are the most important gadgets that makes our work more efficient and fast and help us do our activities of daily living easier, and help us unwind too.

1. Police Siren Alarm Clock
2. Digital camera
3. Powermat charger
4. Amazon Kindle
5. iRoomba vacuum
6. iPod
7. Garmin Forerunner -this will track you jog, run, climb and bicycle all over the place.
8.Polar Heart Rate Monitors - monitor's heart rate
9. Nintendo Wii / Wii Fit
10. BIA Body Fat Scales
11. GPS Navigation System
12. Laptop
13. Mobile Phone
14. Memory Stick

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ilovebookz | 2 years, 1 month ago
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I think everyone should have some type of MP3 player. They very in price from less than $20 to over $200, so everyone would easily be able to buy one no matter what their budget might be. I find music to be very relaxing, so when I need some "me" time I put my headphones on and turn the sound of my Mp3 player as loud as it can go.

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sunshine09 | 2 years, 1 month ago
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My first gadget would have to be the my computer with Internet service.
I love My Dell Computer the best out all that I have used or owned.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/twotoad/3103406249/

I could not live without a cell phone. I have a Motorola and I love thing to pieces. I have never had any kind of trouble with it at all.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/luisfersolano/205362683/

I have to have some kind of gadget to get me to and from where ever I might need to go
This little Sweet Heart Gadget will do
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ishootz/3064760047/

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fallen_angel21 | 2 years, 1 month ago Report

Wow! Is that your car? It's a beauty. :)

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sunshine09 | 2 years, 1 month ago Report

No, it is not but I feel it is a "can't live without gadget" !! LOL

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sunshine09 | 2 years, 1 month ago Report

Funny, you left that remark on mine !!! Take a look at the one that has three votes!!

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brendonbarnett | 2 years, 1 month ago Report

I don't think these are "gadgets," except maybe the phone.

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anarchistrewinds | 2 years, 1 month ago
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I never go anywhere with out my droid. It acts as my mp3 player, video player, and browser on the go. Plus if you can't afford unlimited data its wifi compatible! A definite winner in my book. =)
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johndasilva123 | 2 years, 1 month ago
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well i think
mobile - nokia 97
laptop- mac pro book
watch- tah heuer carrera
tv- samsung LED tv

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rdmcurator | 2 years, 1 month ago
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I can't be without my knife. I consider it a gadget as it has a 128 meg usb drive attached to it. While the drive is small, it can carry some handy apps.

Cheers!

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yangzhouchaofan | 2 years, 1 month ago
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I am a student in BEIJING CHINA. My friend do not have much mony to buy this merchandises. the reason is sample, we cannot find jobs. But we are fonding of learning the skills from Bear Grylls,who is a superman can survive in wild with his survival skills.
we do believe that if we acquire these skills we can travel to anywhere,do angthing without help.
so,my suggestion is just watching Bear Grylls's videos and learning skills.
I need to improve my english ,I hope my words can help you.

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