New toy: Nook

OK, I didn't think I'd pay this much for an eReader. Since I have convinced myself that I have a laptop, desktop and netbook that all can do the same thing. But when I saw this little gadget, I was impressed. It hooks up to my internet, so I can read online magazines and newspapers, or download new content. If I wanted to go and sit at my local Barnes & Noble, I can read any of their eBooks for free.

Especially nice is the portability, long battery life, and the ability to increase your font size. When reading in bed, I often don't have my contacts in, nor do I want to put on my glasses. So I can switch between font sizes easily, depending on what I can see with. I haven't played with the web portion too much yet. I should, but so far I've just enjoyed having an eReader. With so many options and things it can do, I'm sure I'll eventually learn more about it as I use it. So far, it's a gadget I use daily, and I like that.

New toy: Sony Dash

I ordered one today. It looked like it was just too cool. I have a horrible feeling I may want another one in my PC room, since I want this in my bathroom to listen to NPR or other internet radio sites. I'll give more info once I get it in hand, which should be next Tuesday or Wednesday.