Should Gadget Makers Help You Track Lost iPods and Kindles?

You've been on the road all week, returning home on Flight 782 late Friday Night.  You just finished reading the new Stuart Woods thriller on your Kindle 2 but now in baggage claim you realize your precious Kindle 2 was left in the seatback pocket on the 767.  A call is made to the gate attendant but no luck, the Kindle is gone.

Even though the Kindle and other similar devices like iPhones and iPods are registered with their makers these companies have been refusing to disclose information about who ultimately ends up with these missing devices once the accounts are deactivated and then reregistered.  It appears nothing short of a search warrant will give you a chance to get your device back into your hands.

There appears to be growing outrage among owners of these devices who know with the wireless technology these gadgets possess, and with the ability to pull illegal content off them, why would they not go the extra mile to help reunite stolen or lost gadgets with their rightful owners?  Will this outrage change the policies of companies like Amazon and Apple?  I say with the price consumers are paying for this technology, and the loyalty enthusiasts are willing to show it seems they should go the distance, and do all they can to assist customers when they are in need.  It's just good customer service.

Monday's Match to Watch at The U.S. Open

Melanie Oudin (USA)  vs.  Nadia Petrova (RUS) 13

This will be a great match to watch on your Labor Day holiday.  "The Upset Queen" Melanie Oudin takes on another tough Russian, this time Nadia Petrova.  I think this is a favorable opponent for Oudin, if she continues to move well, and be consistent, there is no reason she can't take out Petrova.  Petrova has been to the Quarters twice at Flushing.  She will have a confident Oudin and crowd to content with.

Prediction:  Oudin in three.

OWC Showcases New On-The-Go Hard Drive

Other World Computing (OWC) has added their newest hard rive to their star-studded line up.    Their new 750gb Mercury On-The-Go Hard Drive is not only fast and secure, but it offers the flexibility of Firewire 800/400 or USB connectivity.

The drive comes in an attractive acrylic enclosure with a weight of less than 11 ounces.  The casing provides your valuable data with in-shock protection and with 5200 RPMs this drive has something for everyone. 

The price tag is in the $200 range, and it comes with a 3 year warranty.  I'm sure a 1TB model is on the way.  For more information on OWC head over to www.macsales.com.

Sunday's Match to Watch at The U.S. Open

Kim Clijsters(BEL)

vs.

Venus Williams(USA)[3]

Another exciting women's match.  This match is third up on Ashe Stadium.  Both players have been playing well, one is going to be going home.  Both are crowd favorites, and both are former U.S. Open Champions.

Clijsters will try and contain Venus' serve and her ground attack, while she keeps testing Venus' condition and leg.  Should be an even match with Venus winning in 3.

Saturday's Match to Watch at The U.S. Open

Melanie Oudin(USA)

vs.

Maria Sharapova(RUS)[29]

Should start about 1pm Eastern time on Ashe Stadium.  Lot's of interest in this match.  Oudin comes in after posting the big upset.  Sharapova is improving in all aspects of her game other than her serve at this point of her comeback.

Oudin had been having some leg problems, but she is a relentless fighter, and her forehand is deceptive.  Sharapova won't take Oudin lightly, and Sharapova will win in two tiht sets.