Cool Gadgets for Girls: Kensington Dash Mount for iPod and iPhone

Cost: $30 at Kensington

The gimmick: Compatible with the iPhone and every single iPod ever made, the Kensington Dash Mount provides a convenient place to secure your device while driving. The adjustable arm makes it easy to reach whether you're driving a Mini or a Suburban.

What the experts say: Tech news site Desinformado says the Kensington Dash Mount is "the perfect home for your device on the road." Popgadget calls it "handy," adding that it's the first iPod/iPhone mount that holds devices even when they're in their cases. The reviewer also notes, "being able to just snap it out of the mount and dash is a big plus."

Upside: The Dash Mount's rotating head allows angle adjustments and horizontal or vertical movement.

Downside: The adjustable arm tends to shake while the car is in motion. Also, the (narrow) 4th Generation Nano often slips out of the grip.