Socket to Me

This all-in-one power socket makes sure no device goes unplugged

Look around--if you're like us, you'll see cords everywhere!

Your phone is plugged into your computer, your computer is plugged into a power strip, and the power strip is plugged into the wall. But since there's only so many outlets available, one of your devices is ALWAYS gasping for a recharge.

Wouldn't it be nice if you could just plug everything into one place without worrying about getting all tangled up in cords? Or having to worry about your phone's battery being too low for radio use when you're on the most important phone call of your life?

Luckily we've found a company that finally decided to create a product to put all of us out of our misery.

You can address the thank-you notes to FastMac, the creators of the U-Socket power outlet (from $25). This battery-life-saving gadget includes two USB charge ports in addition to the two standard three-prong power outlet ports.

The U-Socket is perfect for charging any USB (1.0 to 3.0)-powered device, including mobile phone, iPod, iPhone, PDA, MP3, PSP, MP4 player and digital camera, and can easily be installed on any existing wall outlet.

Go ahead -- stop tripping and plug it in.