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"Gadget" is a catch-all word these days for nifty devices. We've covered the basics, such as clocks & watches, plus delved into the world of present-day and future high-tech gadgets, such as digital jewelry and restaurant pagers.

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How Digital Clocks Work

When you need to know the time, there's about a 50-50 chance you'll turn to some LEDs to find out. Have you ever wondered what goes on inside a digital clock or watch? More »


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Where would we be without our clocks and watches? We'll explore the inner-workings of timepieces as well as look at some specifics, such as smart watches, Indiglo, digital watches and pendulum clocks.
Want to learn more about electronic gadgets? We'll take a look at some of the classics, such as metal detectors and anti-shoplifting devices and some next-gen, like night vision gadgets and digital jewelry.

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