There are few things more irritating than discovering that you don't get good cell reception in your own home. It's one of those things you don't think to check on when touring an apartment, and then you move in only to discover that you can't make calls while in your living room. Aaargh!

Well, if you signed a lease that doesn't mean you're stuck never using your phone for a year. You can just pick up one of these zBoost cellphone signal extenders, turning your 1-bar signal into a hearty 5 bars across 1500 square feet. That way you'll be able to make and receive calls without having to stand on your fire escape or go out into the yard, which can be pretty annoying during those cold winter months. — Adam Frucci

Think Geek, via Oh Gizmo!