Generally, I try to discuss tools and techniques that will make you more productive. This is the exception to that trend. If you continue reading and follow my advice, I guarantee your productivity will go down.

Astraware has released the new version of my all-time favorite game - Bejeweled 2. I have Bejeweled installed on my Tablet PC, my Clie UX50, and even my wife's Samsung cell phone. It is the absolute best way to while away time spent standing in lines, waiting on hold on the phone, or any other environment where you'd prefer not to be thinking about how long whatever you're waiting for is taking to happen.

The new Bejeweled 2 is available for Windows, Palm OS, and Pocket PC. It features absolutely stunning graphics, a great new Puzzle game area and a very slick navigation interface that works brilliantly for those of us who use a stylus (Tablet or handheld).

Some of the new features include:

• Explosive new pieces: Power Gems, Hyper Cubes and Time Bombs

• Stunning special effects

• Awe-inspiring planetary backdrops

• Four ways to play: Classic, Action, Puzzle and Endless

• Five secret game play modes to unlock

• Explore a galaxy of hand-crafted brain-teasers in Puzzle mode

• Play for eternity and collect jewelry in relaxing Endless mode

• Enhanced sound effects and epic soundtrack

A free trial is available to give you a taste of the fun and licenses cost $19.95 per platform.

Don't say I didn't warn you!