Step 1: Get a protective case

Most devices are fragile by nature and have a ton of moving and solid state parts to make them functional. Actions like heavy shaking, dropping and bumping on a frequent basis deteriorate the function of the device and make them work improperly. The best way to prolong the life of your device while engaging in an active lifestyle is to purchase a protective case.

Step 2: Plan for battery failure

All mobile devices use batteries and even more so, rechargeable batteries. Most people don’t know that rechargeable batteries loose a little bit of their “juice” each time they are recharged but they do. Because, they loose energy each time they are charged, it is only a matter of time before the rechargeable battery will stop working. To prolong battery life, only charge your battery to its limit and then unplug it from the source, this decreases the wear and tear on your battery and prolongs life.

Step 3: Stay within your limits

Each type of device we use from our music players, eBook readers and even cell phones store some type of information for us. Their are normally two types of storage in most devices: memory and storage. Memory is common on all devices it manages the programs you’re using on your devices right now. For example, if you have a PDA phone and are looking at your calendar, that action is recorded in memory. If you turn off your device, your storage permanently holds your phone #’s, eBooks and music. Make sure to understand the different storage types and stay within their limits so you don’t strain the resources of the device.

Step 4: Keep away from water

Unfortunately most of the devices we all use aren’t “water ready” so until that day comes, stay away from water with your device. Activities to avoid with your device are swimming, walking closely to a pool, using the bathroom, washing your hands and washing the dishes. I remember being on the phone a year ago washing dishes and the phone slipped off my shoulder, into the water. I obviously don’t have to tell you that all my information was lost and I had to get another one. Please learn from me!

If you take care of your device and think ahead, not only will you save money in the long run but you will enjoy the features of your favorite gadget for years to come.

Ever stare at your computer screen and get a headache? So did people who used to read ebooks…but Amazon’s Kindle 2 has changed all that. The Kindle 2 uses a new “e-ink” technology that doesn’t have any glare, so you can read it in direct sunlight or in a dim room without hurting your eyes. The Kindle 2 also features crisp, clear images on a large display that rivals some print in paper books! Plus, with Kindle 2 you can even adjust the font size to your liking.

Another one of the advantages of ebooks is the ability to look up words on the spot. Amazon’s Kindle 2 is a walking dictionary, letting you look things up on the web as you read. The Kindle 2 is completely wireless and connects you to 3G networks automatically, which means you can look things up from anywhere. No monthly plan is required; you can read and shop right out of the box.

Online shopping is another advantage that ebooks have over the library. You can download new titles to your electronic reader without ever going to a book store. Amazon’s Kindle 2 is the leader in this department, as it gives you access to all the books in Amazon.com, the largest digital library on the planet. Plus the Kindle 2 boasts the ability to store up to 1,500 books. That’s an entire library in the palm of your hand! No more need to take a stack of books on those long business trips, just one little device.

And that is where Amazon’s Kindle 2 really shines – it’s as thin as a magazine at 1/3 inch thick, and weighs less than a paperback book at 10.2 ounces. It’s slim and discreet profile let you carry it anywhere, and you can charge it from your computer via a USB cord. Plus the Kindle 2 also offers a text-to-speech feature that can read your newspapers and books out loud to you, if you so choose.

With all of these options, it’s clear to see why Amazon’s Kindle 2 is leading the way in the world of ebooks. Just like Apple’s ipod changed the way we interact with music, the Kindle 2 is revolutionizing the book world, offering easy-to-use hand-held personal digital libraries. Modern technology has finally caught up the printing press.