Griffin's Radio Shark is essentially TiVo for the radio - you can record AM and FM radio broadcasts in real time, save them on your computer and upload them to your iPod. The idea is you'll never have to miss your favorite talk show - no matter what time it runs - because you will record it and have it ready.

At first this seemed like an antiquated idea because I happen to get my radio fix in the form of NPR podcasts and online radio, but after talking to a few others about it and testing it out, it turns out to be a splendid idea. There are still many radio shows that don't offer podcasts, particularly smaller independent shows or morning talk shows. The Shark, $49, gives you the option of recording while you listen or at a later time.

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