"The Seidio Charging Vault has proved to me its worth as an external battery. Without this backup power supply, I'd probably still be wandering the Las Vegas strip, looking for a familiar face."

At CES2012, we saw a good deal of mobile charging solutions; quite a few companies had portable power packs on display. From among this diverse crowd of options - and believe me, I've tried a number of these charging solutions - the Seidio Charging Vault stands out from the rest. The battery pack features not one but two UBS charging ports. In the Charging Vault Kit, Seidio has kindly included a retractable USB cable with multiple tips: microUSB and a 30-pin connector for iOS devices. Most importantly, the Charging Vault proved its importance by saving my BlackBerry Torch 9860 on day one of my trip to Las Vegas. Without this backup power supply, I'd probably still be wandering the strip, looking for a familiar face.

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We round up the best accessories for the on the go professional. Contest: Leave a comment for your chance to win some great accessories!

For busy professionals on the go a BlackBerry can be an invaluable tool. It keeps us connected and in the loop even when away from the office (be that good or bad). We can stay in contact with colleagues and friends via phone, email BBM or what have you. But when it comes to accessorizing our go to device, what are the best picks? It mostly depends on your personal use, but here we have gathered some of the big hitters. From batteries to charging pods to Bluetooth headsets, every business prfessional needs some solid accessories to stay productive. Keep reading for our top choices and a chance to win some accessories of your own!

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When traveling with your BlackBerry you want to pack as light as possible. Trying to remember all those chargers, cases and cords can be a real pain. To get the most out of your device and still pack light, there are some key accessories you can take along. A spare battery charger can come in very handy, especially when paired up with an extended battery. You may also want to check out some retractable USB cables to cut down on the cord tangles. Check out the video above for a quick look at some of my favorite travel accessories.

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