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Absorbits

Absorbits

What's to love: It's better than a bag of rice for drying out a wet phone. Keep this pouch handy for when you get a cellphone wet.

What does it do: The pouch is made with a moisture wicking nylon which is filled with a water absorbing material. To use, turn off the phone and wipe off moisture. Remove the battery, if possible, and place in pouch and seal. Leave the phone in the pouch for 6 to 24 hours while moisture is absorbed from the phone. Recovery of all devices is not guaranteed, says the company, but this patented product has worked "time and time again." The Absorbits come in a variety of colors and sell for $12.99 each. More information at Absorbits.com.

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Sabre Personal Alarm/Motion Detector

Sabre Personal Alarm/Motion Detector

What's to love: Great for travel. The small key-chain size personal alarm also has a motion detector that can be used in a variety of ways.

What does it do: Feel threatened? Pull the pin on the device and a 120 decibel alarm sounds. The motion detector can protect the user and property while napping at the airport, in hotel rooms or at home. The motion detector has a 15-foot 120 degree sensing arc. A strong magnet allows the device to be attached to a door or other metal objects or set on its base on a nightstand, desk or floor. It sells for $14.99. More information at sabrered.com

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