5 Ways to Check the Weather Before You Peek Outside


Updated 04/09/12 4:25 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 0 comments

Weather Forecast Apps and Sites

Nothing ruins a good day like getting caught in the rain — or snow, or cold, or sweltering heat — when you least expect it, or when it conflicts with your morning run. Here, a few ways to have the forecast delivered right to your phone or inbox, so you won't get caught unprepared again. Don't fret if the forecast calls for rain or snow! You can use one of these geeky umbrellas to stay dry. Read more

10 Ways to Green Your Home Office


Updated 04/09/12 3:15 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 0 comments

Eco-Friendly Home Office Tips

As we've said before, Spring is the perfect time to toss out the old from your home office (responsibly!), and usher in a new era of organized and green living. Even if you don't have a home office, these tips can also be used in the workplace to ensure you're setting a good example for your co-workers, and taking the right steps to a more eco-friendly lifestyle. Let's face it — you probably Read more

11 Fun and Useful Photoshop Tips and Effects to Try


Updated 04/09/12 1:35 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 0 comments

Free Photoshop Tips

Now that you've polished up your photography skills, it's time to take your photos to the next level by having some fun with Photoshop. Editing and tweaking your pics isn't considered cheating — it helps bring out the beauty in your images, and keeps things interesting. Here, I'll cover ten fun and useful Photoshop tips and effects that you can use every day, or when you want to add some pizzaz Read more

The 1 Step You Need to Take to Prevent Getting the Mac Flashback Trojan


Updated 04/06/12 10:45 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Mac Virus Prevention

Come to find out, Macs aren't virus-proof. There's a new trojan virus spreading through Mac computers at an alarming rate — over 600,000 could be infected now, 57 percent of those being in the US. The virus disguises itself as an Adobe Flash Player installer, and after you've installed what you think is an update to Flash, the malware then seeks out passwords and log-in information stored on Read more

Tips For Recycling Your Electronics


Updated 04/02/12 8:25 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Where to Recycle Electronics and Gadgets

We talk all year about properly recycling your gadgets, but since we officially kick off Earth month today, it's the perfect time to remind you about the different ways to recycle, donate, and get some cash back from your old gadgets. It only takes a few minutes to help others and Mother Earth, so read on! Find a location near you — To ensure electronics don't end up in landfills or Read more

All of Our 31 Days of Spring Cleaning Posts in One Place!


Updated 04/01/12 8:25 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Spring Clean Your Tech Roundup

Spring has officially sprung, and if you haven't noticed, we've been refreshig our digital lives one day at a time this month. If you're in the Spring cleaning mode too, we've got you covered — from tech tips to back up your data, to ideas on how to keep your social media life neat and tidy, check out all of our 31 Days of Spring Cleaning posts here or on our Spring cleaning Pinterest board! Read more

31 Days of Spring Cleaning: Sync Your Smartphone


Updated 03/30/12 12:32 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Sync Your Smartphone Tip

When was the last time you synced your smartphone in order to backup your data, photos, music, and videos? Whether you have an iPhone, Android, or Windows phone, syncing and backing up your information and files will save you grief if by chance you lose your device, douse it in water, or drop it face down on the pavement, sending shards flying. Back up your phone's contents weekly, or more often Read more

31 Days of Spring Cleaning: Organize Spare Cables in Style


Updated 03/23/12 4:04 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 3 comments

How to Make DIY Cord Organizers

Cables, cables everywhere. With every new gadget we purchase comes a bag of cables we already have but toss onto the growing tangle of cords anyways. Master the labyrinth with one of the most basic of household objects, the toilet paper roll. We got our crafting on with empty toilet paper and paper towel rolls. Cover the basic cardboard rolls with art-store kraft paper and Japanese washi tape Read more

The New iPad Goes on Sale Tomorrow at 8 a.m.: Camping Tips to Keep You In Line


Updated 03/15/12 12:38 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

New iPad at Apple Store Opening Times and Tips

The new iPad with the fancy high definition Retina display goes on sale tomorrow, and if you didn't get your preorder in, you'll have to battle the crowds if you want a new tablet on day one. But standing outside for hours (or overnight, if you must) isn't an easy task. Should you go for it? Prepare and keep yourself entertained, hydrated, and safe with these iPad line camping tips. Do some Read more

31 Days of Spring Cleaning: Clean Your Cell Phone


Updated 03/03/12 11:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Properly Clean Your Smartphone

Neglecting to clean your cell phone is a nasty tech habit to break this year. Cell phones have been proven to carry bacteria, germs, even feces. Yes, feces. If there's one new routine to create for yourself this Spring, it's keeping that smartphone shiny and clean. Your health will thank you. Check out a few of our tech-friendly tips to clean that gadget, below. Cleaning your touch screen Read more