Money-savvy folks know that gadgets don't make for stellar investments. Given their fragile nature and the frequency of technological innovations these days, you can expect that your brand new, top-of-the-line baby will be a relic of the not-so-ancient past in a few months.

Still, we all want to make the most out of our hard-earned purchases, and if you take good care of your phone, laptop, or camera, rest assured that it can serve you faithfully for a long time (technological upgrades notwithstanding). Read on for a few tips on how you can keep your gadgets in tip-top shape.