Getting ready for our trip I wanted to get a headphone splitter so we could watch a movie on the plane or listen to the iPod at the same time with the comfort of having our own headphones. In any case, the only model available at Best Buy (I know, I know) was a Belkin (# F8V234-GLD-APL) splitter that featured 24k gold-plated contacts and according to the sales person, it was the best thing since sliced bread. This beauty was priced at just $9.99 plus tax.

A short walk to the other side of the mall and you will find Wal-Mart where you will find a Belkin (#F8V234-WHT) splitter. Fair enough, no gold plated connections but I am sure our finely tuned ears will not miss a beat. How much? the Belkin site lists this model at $4.99 but since we are at Wal-Mart, instead of getting the nice white one, we get a black one for just $2.99. Thank you Sam Walton!

ps – since we saved some money on that splitter, I splurged and bought a spare battery for the camera in case we need a quick recharge in the middle of the day.