alarm clock

Hey, remember that madcap time last year when iPhone alarms didn't work on January 1st

E3 2011 is upon us, and you know what that means, a heaping helping of new gaming gear from Nyko.

Plug In Launcher is a free Android app that does just one thing, and it does it well -- it launches any app of your choice when it detects power or a connected pair of headphones.

We know, you've seen enough iDevice docks to make your eyes bleed with frustration, but if your bedside table is growing a bit cluttered with all the appendages and chargers you have lying around, you might wanna check this o

These things are a dime a dozen, sure, but you can't fault Gear4 for trying.

In fact, it has managed to create something that's marginally unique in a world full of me-toos, as the SmartDock relies on hardware and software aspects in order to shine.

It's no reason to panic just yet, but apparently a good amount of people are having trouble with the external speaker on their Motorola Droid cutting out for no reason.

Let's be honest: it's really hard to dislike Chumby.

It belts out severe weather alerts as storms are barreling towards your domicile.

It acts as a decent bedroom stereo. And it wakes you and the SO up to your own favorite jams -- all while charging your iPod or iPhone throughout the night.