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Plan a fabulous date: get the gear you need

Today's poll:
Which gear is a must-have?
Cell phone
In-car GPS device
MP3 player
Compact digital camera
Smart phone

Flowers and chocolates are no-brainers when you're planning a perfect date for that special someone, but what about tech? Sure, it doesn't sound sexy, but with the right gear, you can make dinner reservations, serenade your loved one, capture great memories, and more.

Cell phones
Enjoy fine conversation with your date and make plans together with these sexy cell phones.

In-car GPS devices
Don't get your date started off on the wrong foot. With these in-car GPS devices, arrive on time and get to your destination without hitting any speed bumps.
Editors' top car GPS navigation systems
Lowrance iWay 500c

MP3 players
Make your date feel extraspecial and create a personalized playlist for him or her on your MP3 player. Then use an FM transmitter to listen to the songs in the car or bring along portable speakers--perfect for a picnic.

Compact digital camera
Capture all the great moments of your date with a digital camera. Plus, these ultracompact numbers will easily slip into your coat pocket or purse.

Smart phones
Having so much fun that you don't want your date to end? Target a Wi-Fi hot spot and use your smart phone to find great after-dinner joints, movie times, and more.


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