One of the nuisances of traveling with technology is all the chargers and adapters we drag along to keep our gadgets running. Gadget guy Phil Baker reviews some new ways to stay charged up on the road.

One of the positive trends is that many devices—including cameras and mobile gaming devices—now use either a mini-USB or micro-USB connector.

Between the device and your computer, only one cord is necessary, with no additional adaptor required.

Worried about laptop theft on the road? There are some services out there that can help get your computer back—or maybe even prevent the theft in the first place. You’ve heard of LoJacking your car. But what about LoJack for laptops?

These days, more and more hotels, airports and cafes are offering free, public Internet access. That’s great for getting your work done, but you’re also making yourself vulnerable to getting hacked.

Don’t know what to get for dad or those soon-to-be-unemployed grads?  

Gadget guru Phil Baker offers top choices in gadget gifts from the world of technology and beyond.

So whether you’ve got a globe-trotting dad or a student of international relations, these Father’s Day and graduation season gadget gifts may be just what they need.

Useful travel gear can save a lot of hassle, but they can also be pricey. But it’s actually possible to find handy gadgets for $50 or less.

Here’s a look at four new Bluetooth headsets that promise better performance than their predecessors. Of course, we’ve been hearing that for years, so are these really better and worth buying?

I tried them under a wide range of conditions: in my car with the air conditioner and radio on; outdoors in the breeze; and in noisy airports. I called friends and left messages on my answering machine to listen to how I sounded.

And at one point there was even a coffee grinder involved.