With so many new gadgets available, people are overwhelmed. In its market research, Garmin found that when it comes to technology, consumers are interested in simplicity and ease of use. If a device can do a lot — that’s great — but doing more should be an option not a requirement. Garmin’s Forerunner 110 sports watch shows that the company is listening to joggers who sometimes want to know only the most essential real-time workout data: How far and how fast. To initiate workout tracking, just step outside, press start on the GPS watch and instantly know distance, pace and time — all without any complicated setup or excessive accessories.

Forerunner 110 shows pace in one of two ways, averaged out either over the current lap/mile (if auto-lap is enabled) or over the duration of the run. Runners wearing a Garmin heart rate monitor (included in some bundles or available separately) can monitor how hard they’re working while they exercise as Forerunner 110 displays current heart rate data and features heart rate-based calorie computation. Between workouts, the simplified menu system helps users review run data, change auto-lap, set an alarm or edit the user profile.

Forerunner 110 lasts eight hours in GPS/training mode and up to three weeks in power-save mode. The watch recharges through a USB connection, which at the same time can be used to transfer workout data to Garmin Connect () and download free software updates. View a tutorial video for Forerunner 110 at .
 

Withdrawing cash from an automatic teller machine (ATM) is more convenient than going to a bank. Unfortunately, ATMs aren’t usually a service at outdoor public gathering venues, such as sporting events or beaches. Tha

t could change if banks make available the NCR SelfServ 28 — a fully weatherized, free standing cash dispense ATM.

The NCR SelfServ 28 doesn’t need a structure to house the ATM and is equipped with both wired and wireless connectivity. Banks plug the ATM into a power source, access the network, load up the cash and customers get instant banking convenience. The NCR SelfServ 28 is designed to be easily deployed and redeployed, so it can be used at one site today and another tomorrow, keeping cash available wherever customers need it.
 

Tired of paying a fortune for tiny hotel rooms during summer vacation travel? Then check out the listings at ABetterStay.com. This is an online resource for booking vacation rentals, condos, resorts, timeshares, bed and breakfasts and other alternative lodging. Specializing in popular destination vacation properties, ABetterStay.com offers multi-room accommodations with more space, privacy and amenities than hotels, often at a lower price. The site began by cataloging US properties and now is expanding internationally.
 

With more than 60 million members globally, LinkedIn is the largest professional network. The company is expanding its availability in the mobile space. LinkedIn apps were already available for the iPhone and Palm Pre, and now the company has launched the LinkedIn application for BlackBerry smartphones at and on BlackBerry App World.

The LinkedIn app features native integration with the BlackBerry — which allows professionals to use LinkedIn within their BlackBerry’s existing e-mail, calendar and contacts applications. The app is free and works with the BlackBerry Tour, BlackBerry Curve and BlackBerry Bold series of smartphones. Note that full integration of the LinkedIn app with native BlackBerry applications requires BlackBerry OS 4.6 or later.