It always takes me a while after I get back from a trip to sort through my pictures, decide which ones to print and then finally arrange them into an album. In fact… sometimes it takes me more than a year to get around to it, so the images sit unseen on my computer's hard drive. A lot of people seem to have this problem, which may be why digital photo frames are getting more popular. They offer a quick and easy way to display images without the commitment of having them printed or bound into a book.

Available this month, new PanTouch digital photo frames from Pandigital are designed to be so simple that users can use them right out of the box, without having to read the manual. They feature intuitive menus that show users where to touch on the matte around the image to control the screen. Capable of displaying digital images as well as playing MP3s and video clips, the frames also come with remotes to allow control from a distance. In addition, the frames are WiFi and Bluetooth compatible, allowing users to import images from Google's Picasa Web Albums, or any Bluetooth enabled device. They also include 6-in-1 card readers and the standard and mini USB ports allowing direct downloading from your computer or digital camera.

The new line of frames includes a 7-inch, 8-inch and deluxe 10.4-inch model. Each model comes with image optimization software that maximizes the number of images that can be stored in the frame's internal memory. The 10.4-inch model also features a High Definition screen that will do even the highest resolution images justice. Prices range from $119.99 to $249.99.

Showing friends my vacation pictures on one of these digital frames sounds like a lot more fun than having them huddle around my computer. The frames are also a fun way to keep my trips on my mind. Maybe seeing a slide show of my favorite pictures whenever I walk by the frame will motivate me to jump into the massive image sorting project I have ahead of me!