Some of my DigiDame readers have asked me to stop blabbing so much and start telling them about some new apps or gadgets they should know about.

I want to start with a few that I use because Steve Greenberg, the Innovation Insider, recommended them.  He recently had them on a TV tour. They all sell for under $30. 

Power2U

I wanted this for a long time. It is about time someone made a wall socket with a built-in USB port for charging. Cars have it; now we have one for the home. This is the only home-safe, UL Listed, in-wall product.  It incorporates two traditional three-prong AC wall sockets along with two USB ports for charging and/or powering up four devices at once.  From Newer Technology, this easy to install AC/USB outlet is available in White, Black, Ivory, and Light Almond.  The cost is $27.99 or $22.99 each when buying two or more—available at Other World Computing at www.macsales.com/power2u 

Drop Stop

If I had Drop Stop, I wouldn’t have lost my Tiffany earrings. This is a flexible wedge made out of neoprene (wet suit material) that blocks that annoying gap between your car or truck seat and  the center console.  You will never lose your change or cell phones again while you are driving.  One size fits all. The fabric is stain resistant, so if you spill anything you can simply wipe it off or use a damp cloth. A set of two Drop Stops, one for the driver side and one for the passenger side, is only $19.99 including a LED credit card light and a slide-free pad. www.BuyDropStop.com 

Mastrad

This is a terrific item for anyone who wants to lose weight. When Steve first showed this to me I wasn’t interested, but when I saw him demonstrate it on TV, I went bananas. The Mastrad TopChips Chips Maker allows you to make fat-free chips in a matter of minutes.  Just slice the desired fruit or vegetable you like with the handy mandolin, place chips on the non-stick silicone tray and put them in the microwave. No grease, no mess.  The result is crispy, flavorful, guilt-free chips. Price is $19.99 www.shopmastrad.com 

TripIt  App

You probably heard of this one already because it is very popular for anyone who travels. It organizes all your trip plans in one place. Just email all of your airline and hotel confirmations to plans@tripit.com . TripIt puts together an itinerary and can add the information into your calendar. TripIt will also organize other activities like restaurant reservations and concert tickets. This app is free.at www.tripit.com 

Roamz App

Here is another app that gets you out of the house and social again. Roamz tells you what is happening right around you in real-time. The application intelligently curates social activity from multiple networks. It is like your own personal social guide. Roamz users get a list of what is happening nearby. It also learns your personal interests and preferences. The more you use Roamz, the smarter it gets.  The app is free. www.roamz.com or via iTunes at http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/roamz/id459343660?mt=8 

More gadgets and apps in future columns.