We used to use free programs like eFax for receiving faxes and FaxZero for sending faxes.

For a couple of years now, we've been using RingCentral instead. It's not free like eFax and FaxZero are. But, in our opinion, RingCentral is the best option for small business owners like us.

We use it all the time. Here's why...

With our latest purchase of a mega sized duffel bag on wheels for Jim's travels, I have come to the realization that Jim has more bags than the average human being should have a right to own.

I guess that's because he's got more electronics and gear than the average human being. That, and he needs to have a compact, lightweight, and portable means of getting all of his gear from one place to another.

And when you put 2 gadget-friendly people in the same household... watch out! We have fun (and practical) bags coming out of our ears... and we use them all on a daily basis, too.

Start the New Year off right -- with a New Year's Ringtone for your cellphone!

Here's where you'll find the best New Year & New Year's Resolution ringtones...

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It's not often that I talk about a new site or idea without having a lot of experience with it.

But this one doesn't require a lot of experience & know-how in order to wow and amaze you.

Check out Retrevo.com.

It's a site that contains reviews, ratings, details, and specs for virtually every product under the sun. Think: online shopping site... on steroids!

I like it best for the reviews & ratings.

For example, have a look at the prices, reviews & ratings for the Nikon D80 digital camera.

If you're anything like me, once you see Retrevo in action, you'll never go back to standard online shopping & review sites!

I've been wondering about this for a long time...

Whenever we're traveling state to state (usually in an RV lately), Jim and I are always intrigued to see how different states do things. For example, motorcycle helmet laws, laws regarding cell phone usage while driving, etc.

I finally found the answer to cellphone use while driving...

I went to the emissions place recently (a requirement before we renew our license plates each year here in Tennessee), and as I was leaving they handed me a small vinyl bag.

I asked what that was for, and they said it's an easy way to recycle your cell phone.

Which reminded me of two other sites I had previously bookmarked as being "reputable" sites for recycling cellphones.

Our favorite beat reporter, Randy, is at it again... He sends us this great tip for how to get out of a Verizon phone contract -- without any penalties!

But first, I have to ask... how many of you prefer Verizon over Cingular... or vice versa?