So is playing, surfing and even working with these super-affordable mobiles. By Alisara Chirapongse

The Classics: Under B2,000

It can make calls, send SMS’s, tell time and it comes with a color screen. What more do you really need? (read more...)

You can stand under my umbrella. By Teeratorn Likhitphongsathorn

This little white number with black lace trimmings (B890, Mina Umbrella) is elegant yet not too flashy. Ideal for downpours or just take it to the park for picnics in the sunshine. (read more...)

A three-part series on how to create the ultimate home theater on a budget. Week 1: the TV. By Pavan Shamdasani (read more...)

Multi-purpose furniture to help you survive your micro home. By Sabina Ahuja and Alisara Chirapongse (read more...)

Bags to shelter your most prized possession.

Ignore the Hello Lulu branding—this is not a pink toy for six-year-old girls. An elegant cream color, rugged canvas texture and orange highlights make this practical (loads of pockets!) laptop case a fresh and efficient travel companion. B3,690, at Loft. (read more...)

Peeking up Bangkok skirts for the best lingerie.

Celebrate the Chinese New Year with some good luck knick-knacks. (read more...)

Five cameras that will survive Songkran.

Sony Marine Pack for DSC N-2 MPK-NA. Water-resistant up to 40 meters. Perfect for both diving
and waterfights. B9,990.

This Olympus Mju 725 SW is tougher than it looks. Shockproof to 1.5 meters, waterproof to 5 meters (40 meters with PT-033 underwater case) and a cool 7.1 million pixels. B16,990. (read more...)

This is the gaudy option: retro design in plastic with vivid polka dots, by Tepper Jackson. Available at Qconcept Store. B840.

Soft velvet case from Sleevz. Certainly feels nice; and it comes rolled in a tube, which could doubtless be recycled. B1,190, at iStudio. (read more...)

Plan 2008 the old-fashioned way, on paper.

Don’t want a Blackberry and can’t afford a personal assistant? One of these handy organizers just might do the trick. Juggle manicures, dates, and power lunches in style and make your 2008 resolution to never miss an appointment again. (read more...)