Finding unique mouse pads that don't have company logos on them isn't easy. The usual suspects often look cheap, silly, or just make you feel dumb. So why not use a mouse pad that's fun and functional? The Daily Mood Tracker Mouse Pad, $10, is actually a paper pad with empty mood categories (hey, you never know how you are gonna feel tomorrow!) and space where you can leave yourself notes and reminders. When it fills up, you can peel back the sheet and start again.

The company also makes an Information Central model, which has more space for notes and a Random Dawdle model for all your random dawdles and doodles.

Last night I was faced with the task of putting new ink cartridges in my boyfriend's printer and was reminded of how tricky it is to open hard clamshell packaging. It's honestly a battle I confront multiple times a week, so I decided it was time to do a little research. Why do manufactures make it so complicated? It's mostly to detour shoplifters — the National Association for Shoplifting Prevention estimates losses from pilferage at more than $25 million per day so keeping small goods in plastic until they are purchased is paramount. Consumer Reports says:

• Federal safety laws require seals that will show evidence of tampering, and child-safety caps on most over-the-counter remedies, though that often makes them adultproof.
• Products from abroad must be packed securely enough to withstand a long, bouncy voyage aboard a cargo ship.
• With toys, it’s no longer enough to picture what’s inside. Children and parents like to interact with the toy or at least see all the pieces before buying.

All fair points, but that doesn't make getting items open any easier. So how should you get your hard to budge sealed cases open? For my tips, read more

The free-spirited Betsey Johnson has done it again with this wristlet phone satchel, which is large enough to hold a cell phone, small wallet and lipstick. Dubbed the "Call, Me Betsey" bag, you are certainly going to get your retro telephone fix with this kitschy novelty purse! I actually liked her eccentric laptop sleeves, but this Springtime accessory has got to go. As a cell phone charm? Cute. As a cell phone bag? Not so cute. What do you think? Other colors include black, pink and purple — Check em' out below. Each bag costs $65.

I think I'm in a league of my own on this one, but I seem to misplace my larger electronics (DS-Lite, laptop) way more than my smaller gadgets (iPod, cell phone, camera). I guess it's due to the fact that I pay extra attention to the smaller ones (stylin' cases, handy storage spots).

If you are a proud Shuffle owner and you are constantly wondering where you last left it, check out the iPod Shuffle holder. This basic but functional holder ($30), which I spotted on UberReview, will keep your Shuffle mounted on the wall when it's not in use.