GEAR & GADGETS

First there was the electric air bed pump. Then came the battery-operated air bed pump. Now, from Aero Products, pioneer of quick-inflate air beds and pumps, comes the battery-operated air bed pump with a built-in flashlight, created so you no longer have to pump up your air mattress in the dark.

Three bright LED bulbs are built into the front handle of the pump and turn on and off with the push of a button. The pump and lights are powered by eight C batteries, which are not included, or by being plugged into your car cigarette lighter using the included adapter. The device comes with three pump adapters to inflate a variety of products. -- Judi Dash