Connect one of the pocket-size devices to an iPod or computer and another to speak-ers or headphones, then wirelessly blast your audio up to 30 feet away from the usual tangle of cords. The i2i Stream's brawny battery allows you to rock out for up to seven hours. i2igear.com | $120

Lighter than your standard shades, these sunglasses boast a Bluetooth connection that lets you run, ride, or bike without missing a beat, or, perhaps more important, a phone call. Developed in partnership with Motorola, the glasses feature wireless controls, five hours of battery life, and Oakley's High Definition Optics technology for razor-sharp vision. oakley.com | $350

Lighter than a deck of cards and crazy simple to use, this camera by Pure Digital Technologies takes handheld video recording to a new level with high def. Turn that extra day of travel into a digital reel of sights and sounds -- it even shoots in cinematic wide screen -- before effortlessly sharing your vids by pop-ping open the built-in USB. theflip.com | $230, 4 GB model

With the IdeaPad S12, Lenovo combines the port-ability of a netbook with the full-on features we hate to leave behind. Look for a 12-inch screen, full-size keyboard, a four-in-one card reader, and an ExpressCard 34 slot, which allows add-ons such as 3G, FireWire, or a serial port. This is also the first netbook to offer Nvidia's Ion Graphics Processor (additional $50), so you can relax with silky-smooth video playback. It's a bit heavy at 3.5 pounds, but worth it for the savvier netbooker. lenovo.com | $450

Don't let an early-morning hotel checkout stop you from checking out the city. The Kola messenger bag is small enough to carry around town but large enough to fit all of your plane-riding necessities. It also has a removable pouch for 13-inch laptops. Bonus: The bag is made from 100% postconsumer recycled beverage bottles. rickshawbags.com | $160

If your car is a frequent business-trip companion, consider the Autonet Mobile router. Installed into the trunk, it creates a personal Wi-Fi 3G hot spot anywhere. Multiple devices can share the Internet without slowing its speed. Autonet Mobile is about to become much more common: It's now an add-on option for Cadillac, Chrysler, and VW. autonetmobile.com | $400, plus $30 to $60 per month

Enjoy a big screen without lugging a giant monitor on your next trip. Smaller than an iPod and weighing only 4 ounces, the Optoma Pico Pocket Projector displays images as large as 60 inches up to 10 feet from your iPod. optomausa.com | $300

For an extreme-sports junkie on the go, the Otterbox Defender is the ultimate iPhone protector. It offers triple protection against impact: a thin screen membrane, supersturdy polycarbonate skeleton, and shock-absorbing silicone skin wrap. Hook it on with the included belt clip and you're on your way. otterbox.com | $50