Old School TV

Bryan Orr, Editor

Bryan doesn’t let the latest technology sway his fancy. He’s still crushing on his non-HD, tube TV. They’ve been together for 12 years. “It’s a big old straight up tube,” Bryan said. Why haven’t they parted after all this time? “It works!” (Photo Credit: AP)

Droid Fascinate by Samsung

Angela Taylor, Web Producer

Angela has only had her Droid for a few weeks, but it came into her life at just the right time. “My BlackBerry Curve died, and I needed a new phone,” she explained. Angela, a Verizon customer, says she was hesitant at first. “I really wanted the iPhone 4, but it turns out this phone is just what I needed.” (Photo by Heather Lang)

iPad

(Photo credit: JOSEP LAGO/AFP/Getty Images)

For Tom, he and “Paddy” are inseparable. What he loves most about his iPad is the convenience factor. “I can take it anywhere I want without the bulkiness of a laptop,” he said. “The battery lasts probably 10 times longer than a laptop!” (Photo credit: JOSEP LAGO/AFP/Getty Images)

iPod Nano (Green)

(Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

Portability is the main attraction for Corey. “I can take it everywhere – in the car, to the gym, long walks on the beach ...” (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

MacBook Pro

John Kirsch, Editor

John has had his MacBook Pro for three years, but it seems like he took it home only yesterday. “I can tell you the MacBook Pro is the greatest thing I ever owned,” gushes John. The best part, he claims: “It’s not susceptible to viruses!” (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

Metafilter.com

Bob Keleschenyi, Director

For Bob, it’s not so much a gadget, but a website. Metafilter.com is a blog community that keeps him in the know. “They tip you off to cool things around the web.” (Source: http://www.metafilter.com)

Nikon SLR Digital Camera

Kristine Sorensen, Anchor

Kristine has had her SLR for about a year. It comes in handy with three little ones. “I love taking pictures of the kids!” (Photo credit should read KAZUHIRO NOGI/AFP/Getty Images)

Sanyo HD-TV

Sue Gaydos, Editor/Director

Sue and her TV are like peas in a pod. “It’s like my little companion,” she said. She’s had her Sanyo for a few years and it still delivers. “I love the clear picture and how dependable it’s been.” (Photo credit: TORU YAMANAKA/AFP/Getty Images)

Sony Cyber Shot Digital Camera

Heather Lang, Web Producer

Heather’s had her Sony camera for about five years now, and it’s always been there for her. “From my beautiful Caribbean vacation to special moments with friends to the times my dog makes me laugh! What would I do without my digital camera to capture it all? I would be lost without it!” (Photo by Heather Lang)

Car Navigation System

(Photo: KDKA)

"For someone with no sense of direction, a car navigation system is liberating! Without having to worry about getting lost, scoping out new destinations is much more fun and less stressful!" -- Digital Media Manager Jennifer Pollard