Two gadget questions:

1) I would welcome suggestions for a small robust digital recorder that allows easy digital transfer of voice data direct to a PC (ideally via USB).

2) I am using the Eversharp pen as my 'always in pocket' writing device - perfect size, write upside down etc. But it has not withstood the punishment very well, and is annoying me. I either need a nice tiny mechanical pencil with a fat lead size or another choice for small pens that fit in the pocket with my keys.

Ideas on the above points would be most appreciated!

Zootski