What’s the Point of Water-Proof Gadgets?
Ok, I understand some people need to take cameras underwater, and I’m pretty sure waterproof flashlights would be really useful. But then again, why would you need a waterproof flash drive (it can be securely wrapped in plastic for a trip), waterproof speakers, and a waterproof monitor?
I really don’t see any practical use for some of the gadgets recently featured by PC Magazine as “Water-Friendly.” Sure, it’s probably pretty novel to look at pictures while under the water, but would it really be useful? Would any of us be able to maximize using gadgets in wet or submerged environments?
PC Magazine: 10 Water-Friendly Gadgets
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6 opinions for What’s the Point of Water-Proof Gadgets?
Erm
Jul 4, 2008 at 11:39 am
Erm, how about installing a TV in the bathroom for that long soak? That would need to be splash/water proof, would it not?
Rico
Jul 4, 2008 at 1:00 pm
Point taken. But wouldn’t the TV prove a distraction to my relaxation? Would I be able to really make it worth the money I paid for waterproofing?
Erm
Jul 5, 2008 at 5:29 am
Point taken. But regarding the relaxtion factor, it depends what you are watching! :)
max
Jul 5, 2008 at 9:35 pm
i think it’s just another marketing scheme, beside if you search carefully most of them aren’t exactly water proof, they’re just splash proof :|
but i wound find it practical to have a waterproof keyboard, at least can wash it, and some people might easily spill drinks on it
Rico
Jul 6, 2008 at 8:45 am
Erm: True enough! To each his own I guess, hehe. :)
max: If I was that clumsy, I wouldn’t keep any drinks near my equipment. But I do get where you’re coming from.
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