Splurge or save: iPhone battery cases

Chicago Shopping is here to take the guesswork out of selecting certain products for you by laying out all of the details to help you decide which item is the better buy.

Fun gadgets for outdoor living

It's almost the time of year when people start to fire up the grill, kick back at the pool or set up a lounge chair on the deck and relax outdoors. Make sure you've got your tablet and speakers charged up and ready to bring outside with you this summer. We've found some cool gadgets that blend perfectly into the outdoor scenery and will make your life much easier when you're throwing your first barbecue of the season. -Laura Fitzgerald, Chicago Shopping

Fun and functional iPad accessories

Whether you've upgraded to the third generation iPad or are still satisfied with your iPad2, accessories can make your coveted tablet much more useful and entertaining. Check out some of the coolest gadgets we found to make your iPad that much more enjoyable. --Darla Weaver, Chicago Shopping

Step into spring with these colorful iPhone cases

Give your gadget a bit of color with these spring-themed iPhone cases. They're bright, fun and sure to add a little spring to your step. Take a look at the cases we've found that put us in the spirit of spring. -Laura Fitzgerald, Chicago Shopping

Funky flash drives and USB hubs

Store your files in style with these cute flash drives and hubs. These portable thumb drives and ports will be the talk of the office while plugged into your computer.

Hot headphones

Nowadays, headphones have become more of a statement accessory than a device that just pumps music to your ears. With the wide selection of styles and designs, you'll never have to resort to those plain white ear buds ever again! Here are the hottest ear accessories on the street. --Darla Weaver, Chicago Shopping

Splurge or save: Fitness trackers

Chicago Shopping is here to take the guesswork out of selecting certain items for you by laying out all of the details to help you decide which one is the better buy.

Handy iPhone wallets

Phone, check. Wallet, check. Now, never leave the house without one or the other! As if iPhones couldn't get any more convenient, these multifunctional cases and wallets are the best thing since, well, iPhones. Combine your two life essentials in a stylish compact, and reduce the chances of forgetting either your wallet or phone ever again. --Darla Weaver, Chicago Shopping

Nokia's 808 PureView smartphone packs 41-megapixel camera

There's a saying among photographers that "the best camera is the one that's with you," and for many of us nowadays, that camera happens to be a smartphone too. That's where Nokia's 808 PureView smartphone and its 41-megapixel/1080p camera plans to come in.

Motorola Droid 4 review [Video]

Smartphones that combine touch screens with full, slide-out keyboards beneath the display are a dying breed. And although the shrinking segment isn't dead yet, a trip into just about any carrier's retail stores can show that fewer phones with such keyboards are being made and bought. Motorola's new Droid 4 will do little to change that.

T-Mobile gaining iPhone compatibility, launching 4G LTE in 2013

On Thursday, T-Mobile USA announced that its 4G LTE network will launch in 2013 and along the way the company will modify its existing 3G and 4G networks to be compatible with Apple's iPhone, no matter what carrier a consumer purchased their phone from.

Fashion-forward apps for your iPad and iPhone

Stay trendy with these style-savvy apps that will keep you updated with the latest fashion news, photos and designer profiles. Don't be afraid to test your artistic talents and interior design skills, too. With all of this information at your fingertips, you're sure to avoid any fashion faux pas. -Laura Fitzgerald, Chicago Shopping