In the fickle world of the tech enthusiast, where favourite gadgets come and go, the test of time is the only sure way for a device to prove its mettle. So we asked real gadget lovers to show us the products they can't live without.
Name
Matt Callcut
Occupation
Database designer
Location
London, England
WHY I CAN'T LIVE WITHOUT MY
Weather Clock
Why did you buy it?
To keep a continual eye on the changes in our global weather system.
What does it do for you?
It freaks me out because I've begun to develop an eerie level of interest in what the weather is doing each morning when I wake up. It's like wearing a wrist-watch -- you can't stop looking at the thing simply because it's there.
Would you recommend it to others? Why?
No. You'll become obsessed. You'll always know whether it's about to rain, or what the air pressure was this morning, or the humidity and projected temperature for later in the day. It's a horrific amount of data to be carrying around in your head. I wouldn't wish this clock on my worst enemy. Take it away from me!
Name
Matt Callcut
What I do
Database designer
Where I live
London, England
Outside Interests
The music of The White Stripes
If you could design and create your ultimate product, what would it be?
A memory card to store dreams on
What tech insider secret do you find most useful?
Knowledge of the weather is a powerful tool
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