10 Of The Most Awesome Novelty Geek Mugs Ever Created
If you haven’t noticed, our mission these days definitely includes providing as many holiday shopping tips as we can, with the holiday season upon us and all. Is your mind sprinting in the wild, scouring for gift ideas? Here’s an item to consider - mugs. Why mugs? Well, why not? They can be fun gifts that won't cost you a house, and can be for anyone.
5 Funky Tablet/Smartphone Stands You Just Have To Check Out
Stands are definitely an area where products designers have come up with some very curious concepts. Don’t believe me? Just read on and find out some great, offbeat designs that will surely make a good impression on whoever you decide to buy it for, whether it’s loved one or just yourself.
6 Holiday Gifts That Are Perfect For The Amateur Spy
During my day job, I work a lot with all sorts of technology. During the evening, I write about technology, as well as about espionage and spy stories. When you combine the two together, you get the obvious topic of spy gear. What I've found during my time blogging about spy news and cutting edge technologies is that there are a lot of people out there that really love spy technologies.
The Best Printers & Scanners For Your Scanning & Printing Needs [Gadget Corner]
Okay, I know what you’re thinking. Printers & scanners? Yawn. Who cares about those? They’re not thin, they don’t run apps (usually), and they’re made by companies like HP, which as a brand, is every bit as interesting as Tupperware. Yet most people with a computer need to at least have a printer, and there have been advancements in printer technology over the past few years.
3 Reasons Why You Should Avoid Cheap Junk When Gift Shopping On Black Friday [Opinion]
Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, traditionally is the start of the Christmas shopping season in the United States. Retailers across the country attract customers with some of the best promotional offers of the entire year. Black Friday is the embodiment of consumerism, but also a blessing for those who cannot afford expensive gifts.
Can't Decide Which Smartphone to Choose? Here Is One Good Way to Do It
Choosing a phone used to be easy. Well, easier. No matter what your maker of choice was, the differences weren’t all that big, and Nokia held the winning hand anyway. But those were the good old days. All of that has changed in recent years, and the market is now literally swamped with choices. The first one being, do I want a smartphone or not?
5 Ways to Use Technology as an Advantage When Black Friday Shopping
In the United States, we have a special holiday that’s dedicated to standing in lines with strangers. It’s called Black Friday. Savage and quick, this day is all about finding and buying the best deals - but others want to do the same, and stores have limited stock on hand. Technology can give you an edge if you use it properly.
Kindle Fire vs. Nook Tablet – Which Tablet Should You Buy?
For a time, it seemed that Amazon’s new Kindle Fire tablet would be launched without opposition from the company’s e-reader rival, Barnes and Noble. Not to be outdone, however, the retailer recently unveiled the Nook Tablet. Both of these tablets are from retailers, both will have built-in stores, both have seven-inch touch screens and both run modified versions of Android.
The 4 Best IPS Monitors To Buy This Holiday Season
Monitors are an important part of any computer. Given the widespread availability of cheap TN panel options, it’s easy to take the path of least resistance and purchase whatever looks like a good value. That, however, may not be your best option. A high-quality display using an IPS panel can provide far better image quality and offer improved viewing angles. Ready to take the plunge? Then check out these four options.
3+ Ways To Enhance Your Amazon Shopping Experience
We all like shopping. Even those who claim they don’t. Amazon has brought the joy of shopping even to those who used to hate walking between stores or just having to leave the house to buy a new camera. But the more we get used to not leaving our chair, the more spoiled we get. How many of us know there are great Amazon deals out there but keep forgetting to check or just lose the daily e-mails in a swamped inbox? Here are some Amazon enhancers that will turn an excellent shopping experience into a perfect one.
The Best External Hard Drives You Should Consider Buying [Gadget Corner]
Ah, the external hard drive. This unsung hero of the gadget world can be found on almost any geek’s desk, usually tucked away behind a monitor or stuffed in a drawer. Yet it’s of great importance, as it’s often used to back up critical data or store a library of music, videos and photos. There are plenty of drives available, but most of us only need one or two, so let’s narrow down the choices.
The 10 Best Sites To Rent Or Buy College TextBooks Cheaply
Today's generation has the best of the online and offline worlds. We didn’t have websites which told us where to find (rent or buy) cheap textbooks. But today’s generation just has to type in a URL and hey presto, there are more than a dozen sites plying cheap textbooks for sale or rent. So, let’s take a look at ten websites where you can get college textbooks for cheap.
4 More Search Engines to Search All of Craigslist
The search engines keep on coming, and it seems like there will be even more new ways to browse your favorite HTML-stubborn site, and a lot of these aid you in carrying your searches nationwide. Check out these four more ways to make your Craigslist browsing just a little easier.
3 Websites To Purchase Electronic College Textbooks
One of the biggest shocks for me when I first enrolled in college was the insane cost of textbooks. Unfortunately, there is really no way to cut out this problem, but if you don't want to carry around some ratty textbooks with you everywhere you go, there is the option to buy them in an electronic format.
Make Craigslist Part of Your Internet Experience With the Helper Browser Extension
It's pretty clear to most people that use it, that Craiglist is one of the largest, if not the largest database of items and services for sale. Craigslist spans the entire world, and serves communities from the largest cities to the smallest towns. The only thing Craigslist lacks in a very big way is a front-end that makes any sense at all.
Find Great Deals With These 8 iPhone Apps
There about a dozen iPhone apps in the iTunes App Store geared specifically to searching out sales and mark-downs on a wide range of items and services. Taking just a few minutes to search for deals could possibly save you a few hundred dollars over several months time. Here are eight such apps based on their ease of use and positive feedback ratings in the App Store.
What You Need To Know About Touchpads Before Buying Your Next Laptop [Technology Explained]
If you walk into a retail store and ask a sales rep to explain a laptop to you, chances are you’ll receive a long list of hardware information focusing on what’s inside. This is information you’ll want to know, but in today’s world of speedy processors and cheap RAM, many users will rarely ask about all their laptop has to give.
3 Tools to Create a Price Drop Email Alert
Shopping online is hardly a new habit for anyone. We have all quickly found how easy and exciting it is to spend money online. But what about saving? Nothing works better than a relevant and timely price tracking email alert. Here are a few tools you can use to create one.
4 Great Craigslist Search Engines to Make Your Searches on The Site Easier
In a web 2.0 era, Craigslist has refused to make major alterations to its site. This has advantages, but one disadvantage is the lack of a great search function. It can be hard to find specific information, particularly if you’d like to search multiple locations at once. Let’s take a look at some search engines that solve that problem.
The 7 Most Popular Items Most Commonly Sold on Craigslist
Craigslist has it all. Whether you are looking for friends, a job, an apartment, a hair stylist, or a ride, you will find a matching category. While you can find almost anything on Craigslist, some items are more likely to be found than others. Let's have a look at some popular items most commonly sold on Craigslist.