Cool summer gadget guide

Here are some suggestions for some great summer gadgets for work, travel, outdoors and exercise that will get you more enjoyment out of the summer season.

By Keith Shaw, Network World | Consumerization of IT, audio, bluetooth

Magellan Switch Series GPS Watches: The Switch and Switch Up GPS watches are geared towards runners, cyclists and other athletes. Through a Magellan website, users can analyze and share their activities. Watch includes 8 hours of battery life, water resistance (up to 50 meters), compatibility with ANT+ sensors, thermometer, vibration alerts, and barometric altimeter for specific elevation data. Switch: $249.99 ($299.99 with heart rate monitor); Switch Up (includes multisport mount): $299.99 ($349.99 with heart rate monitor).

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Keith Shaw writes the Cool Tools column for Network World, and is the Multimedia Content Editor for IDG Enterprise, responsible for editorial video and audio content creation. Follow him on Twitter @shawkeith.