January 21, 2013
If none of the 800 "friends" you have on Facebook are suitable for dating, there are a couple of iTunes Store apps called Skout and Instadating, that are cheaper and less hassle-free than Match.com, and other online dating sites. Both of these apps allow you to discover new friends or perspective dates in your local area, or from around the world.
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May 15, 2012
Almost everybody has a smartphone with a GPS these days, but they're still sorely underused when it comes to creative days out of the house. If you're a geek looking to impress a date with your creativity, passion for life and cool tools, then using your GPS to liven things up could be the answer.
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February 28, 2012
Not long ago, we all enjoyed James’s 5 reasons it’s better to date a geek. While he made some good points, James made the error of assuming that geek girls are so rare, they’re virtually non-existent. This is the way he put it: “Unfortunately, data on these rare creatures is still quite scarce, so we will not discuss them today.” Well, I am here to tell you that geek girls do exist, and they’re actually more common than most people think.
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February 7, 2012
Valentine’s Day is upon us! It’s that time of the year again, and you might want to impress your significant other with a gift that shows how much you care (and what a huge nerd you are). To help you, I’ve scoured the net and found three websites with some beautiful jewelry that is decidedly nerdy. Two are mainly aimed at the ladies, but one is for guys – so if your boyfriend is a geek, scroll down for a piece of jewelry he is sure to appreciate.
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January 18, 2012
Let's face it - geeks make for a better relationship than any of those alpha-male types. Exactly why is that though? Are you prepared to shun good looks for reliability and utility? What can you expect when you exchange your old boyfriend for a new geek version?
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October 30, 2011
We hear it around us all the time: that annoying/friendly iPhone default ringtone. Some people don’t care about these things or can’t be bothered to find out how to change the ringtone. Others feel that leaving the ring on default is almost like not naming your dog. Where do MakeUseOf readers stand?
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October 17, 2011
When it comes to revenge, they say that it’s a dish best served cold. Today, it seems that when it comes to ex-partners and ex-flames, its best served online. Revenge is as old as man and his ego. Heck, they even have bestsellers on the subject. So, let’s check out some myriad (and creative) ways to take revenge on your ex-partner after a relationship has gone south.
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September 29, 2011
Dating has gone digital. Once considered a realm inhabited only by the socially awkward, online dating is now just another tool in the toolbox, no matter whether you’re looking for a hook-up or your soulmate. Still, there are some disadvantages. You never know who you’re going to end up meeting, and sometimes your match isn’t who you thought they were.
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July 5, 2011
If you've ever spent any time dabbling in the online dating scene, you've probably realised that it has some huge limitations. Mostly, that it can be really hard to find someone who you're actually going to like in real life. It's simply not enough to be able to say you're looking for a blonde 30-year-old. What you really need to know is whether your idea of a good time is in any way compatible.
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February 22, 2010
What I have to tell you could very well change your life. Was that too dramatic? Sorry about that. Anyway, you’re probably here because you want advice on how to ask your dream girl out. Well, I believe I have some tips that can help you out. Now I’m no Erik von Markovik, but maybe [...]
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January 3, 2010
Let’s be honest: ending a relationship is difficult. Now, when you are in an online relationship, breaking up seems so much easier. Since all means of communication are electronic, you literally just pull the plug. It’s easy to simply ignore someone – out of sight, out of mind. If you’ve ever tried that, you’ll know [...]
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