So many devices, so few power outlets. If you’ve been to an airport in the last three years you’ve likely noticed that – or even sought out – spots typically reserved for grungy vacuums are now lounging spots for tech totin’ travelers looking for an open wall socket.

That’s where Callpod’s Fueltank Duo portable, rechargeable battery charger can come in quite handy and allow you to find a less uncomfortable place to perch your posterior.

Considering the battery-sucking potential of the iPod Touch with its bright screen, built-in speaker and energy consumed which moving and touching it, an external battery pack is certainly useful. Especially if you plan to play a lot of games on the go.

The Mophie Juice Pack – a fancy name for a rechargeable battery device – tries to offer not only doubled battery life but also a convenient mini-USB connection port. The battery portion works wonderfully. Unfortunately, it’s the second part of the device that gave me issues.