NOW HEAR THIS

Being a bit of a Luddite and not even owning an iPod, we can’t relate to someone who leaves the house with theirs yet forgets their earbuds. But a company called Extended Access, which makes accessories for the iPod and iPhone, can. So they’re now marketing the BudCase, which is a keychain case that slides open to hold your earbuds. Not a bad little idea. Until, of course, you’re done with ‘em and have to coil them up just so to fit inside the case. Could be an exercise in frustration, but it beats not being able to listen to your tunes. At only $14.95 they’re available at BudCase.com.