Scratch protectors
Whether you have a DS, PSP, iPod, RAZR, or all of the above, it’s important to keep them protected. One way is with ShieldZone’s InvisibleShield clear-film protectors ($9.95 to $24.95, shieldzone.com ). Made from the same material used to guard military-helicopter blades, the InvisibleShields are strong enough to prevent your gadgets from getting scratched up, yet thin enough (just .008 inches) to keep them functional. They offer full-body wraps, as well as screen-only protection, and you’ll find models for many different cell-phone, PDA, mp3-player, and gaming-device brands. One warning: the InvisibleShields can be fairly tedious to apply, although they are nearly indestructible once you get them on (there’s a lifetime warranty).

Go wireless
If you’re tired of accidentally yanking the headphone cord out of your mp3 player every time you move around, try going wireless. The Logitech Wireless Headphones for mp3 ($129.99, logitech.com ) work via Bluetooth. Plug the included wireless adapter into any mp3 player’s headphone jack, pair it to the headphones, and you can wander up to about 30 feet away from the player without losing a connection. It’s great for throwing your device in a backpack while listening to music or for strolling to the fridge for a snack without having to lug the whole player along.

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