Not only can these camcorders stand a few splashes of water here and there, they can actually record your underwater fun. No, they won’t survive James Cameron-esque depths, but they will capture footage of your snorkeling adventures or a day at the beach. The Sony Bloggie Sport HD Camera ($179.99, pictured) records in full 1080p HD. In addition to being waterproof at depths up to 16 feet, the Bloggie is also shock-proof (at drops up to 5 feet) and dirt-resistant. Like the Flip cams of yore, the Bloggie has a flip-out USB arm for simple video transfer and charging.

Kodak has also put out two of PCMag’s favorite waterproof pocket camcorders. The Kodak Playsport Zx3 was rated a 4 out of 5 and was our Editors’ Choice pocket cam in 2010. Waterproof at depths up to 10 feet, the camera can also capture 1080p footage and 5-megapixel still images. The 4-star-rated Kodak Playsport Zx5 Video Camera ($179.95), Kodak’s follow-up to the Zx3, features the ever-important autofocus feature. This is a great pocket camcorder on its own, but the fact that it’s waterproof is the Big Kahuna.

Even if you get caught in a late-spring downpour, you can shake it off, knowing your digital camera is safe. The Editors’ Choice Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3
can handle more than just a few raindrops; this rugged outdoor shooter can withstand underwater depths of up to 40 feet. The 12.1-megapixel camera features great video options, GPS, a digital compass, a barometer, and an altimeter that will tell you the elevation and atmospheric pressure information of each photo. The Lumix DMC-TS3 is also freezeproof to 14 degrees Fahrenheit and can withstand drops up to 6.6 feet.

The best rugged smartphone on the market right now, the Samsung Rugby Smart , is a PCMag Editors’ Choice. The tough, smart, and slick smartphone even meets U.S. Military Specification 810F for dust, humidity, rain, shock, and temperature. It has a strong build, excellent call quality, fast performance, a beautiful screen, and good battery life. The Rugby Smart can be submerged in up to 3 feet of water for 30 minutes—just make sure you have the headphone and power ports completely sealed for it to be waterproof. It can also withstand drops up to 5 feet.

If you like to keep your phone in your back pocket and you have more than once dropped it in the toilet, the Motorola Defy is the phone for you. The feature-packed, pocket-sized phone is perfect for those who are rough on their stuff. A sliding latch acts as the battery cover, preventing water from getting into the phone’s underbelly. PCMag dunked the phone in a foot of water while it played music and it continued to rock on without any problem.

An unexpected sprinkle during your walk home is no reason to stash your headphones for protection. There are actually quite a few earphones available that are sweatproof and waterproof. Designed to function just as well as if you jumped on the treadmill 45 minutes before, you can add these earphones to your rainy-day arsenal.

We like the gym-friendly Sennheiser CX C80 Sports ($119.95, pictured), which we rated a 4 out of 5. These Editors’ Choice earphones offer high-quality audio performance with a great bass response. Partnering with Adidas, Sennheiser designed the in-canal earphone pair to fit even more securely than earbuds. Their rugged waterproof design means you can sweat on them and even rinse them off after a tough workout. Another option are the sweatproof, water-resistant, and washable Sony XBA-S65 ($89.99). The adjustable rubber loops helps to provide a secure, comfortable fit and hold up during rigorous exercise.

When you hear thunder rolling in, it’s best to be prepared in every areas of your tech, right down to your flash drive. The Corsair Flash Voyager GT (32GB) is both water-resistant and shockproof. The rugged rubber body seals out moisture and protects against bumps, and the high-capacity storage and speedy transfer rates make it a great flash drive to take on the go.

The Eco Terra Rugged and Waterproof Boombox(Opens in a new window) ($149.99) protects your MP3 player or cell phone from water, dirt, snow, and shock. Fully submersible in water, the Eco Terra is built with two large waterproof stereo speakers and is powered by four C-cell batteries (or an included AC wall adapter). Its uniquely designed air pressure release valves ensure the case is sealed watertight. When thrown into water, the Eco Terra case will right itself and rotate its position to float so that the speakers are pointed up. It also has a fully waterproofed headset jack, making it perfect to pair with the headphones we mentioned earlier. Want to make sure your personal belongings stay dry and free of sand while at the beach? The Eco Terra has an internal waterproof storage compartment that holds and protects things like your keys, credit cards, cash, MP3 player, and camera.

Apple Care doesn’t cover liquid damage, so getting your iPhone wet is the last thing you want when a rainstorm strikes. To keep your phone dry, we recommend three cases. First, the EscapeCapsule iPhone Case(Opens in a new window) ($70, pictured) can not only protect against an April shower, but this waterproof case can actually go with you into the ocean or even the bathtub. It protects against water, rain, snow, sand, mud and scratches. The EscapeCapsule recently went above and beyond its funding on Kickstarter(Opens in a new window) and is currently in production.

If you need a case right away, the Waterproof ‘Amphibian’ iPhone 4 Case(Opens in a new window) ($37.95) is waterproof up to depths of 9 feet, allowing you to safely take photos underwater. The TAT7 iPhone Scuba Case(Opens in a new window) ($84.95) is specially designed for snapping photos underwater at depths of up to 100 feet. Its three pushable buttons are designed to line up with the iPhone’s Home, Camera, and Shutter functions.

The thought of water seeping into your bag and ruining your pricey iPhone is bad enough, but the thought of damaging your even pricier iPad because you forgot to bring your umbrella is worse yet. Protect your iPad with the Case Logic Water Resistant iPad Case(Opens in a new window) ($29.99). Made out of water-resistant TPU material, the case has double seal closures and welded seams that prevent water penetration. Even when it’s not one of those “chance-of-rain” days, the clear plastic window gives you the perfect view of your iPad.

Even if all your gadgets can stand a few splashes, it’s safer to stow them in a bag that’s also waterproof. And if it also fits your laptop, which is probably one of your most expensive pieces of tech, so much the better. Chrome’s Citadel dual-compartment laptop backpack(Opens in a new window) ($190) fits up to a 17-inch MacBook Pro. Its waterproof roll-top main chamber is made out of military-grade truck tarpaulin with high-frequency welded seams. With an ergonomic shoulder strap and foam padding on the back, you’ll definitely be comfortable and have peace of mind knowing your laptop and belongings can weather the storm.