This multihued, high-flying photo by Instagram user hollymetts, who submitted her action shot with the #CoolCapture hashtag, makes us want to try our hand at the trapeze!
Have you been testing out your photography skills and snapped a shot you want to share? Submit your pics to our Cool Capture group or to Instagram with the #coolcapture hashtag, and your pic might be featured on the POPSUGAR Tech homepage. And don't forget to follow @popsugartech on Instagram!
A month after the hacking of news agency Associated Press's Twitter account, which caused serious repercussions in the stock market, Twitter has finally enabled two-step verification for users. The added security boost syncs with a cell phone number to send a verification code via SMS each time you log in to your Twitter account.
To get two-factor verification on your account, first go to Settings, found in the gear icon in the top right-hand corner > select "Require a verification code when I sign in." > click the link to add your phone number. You'll then receive a text message from Twitter that the device is ready to receive verification codes.
Once you've signed up for the extra Twitter protection, the next time you log in to your account, you'll see the following screen to check the phone associated with the account for a verification code. Enter the code, and get tweeting!
Father's Day is just around the corner, and you're in luck, because we have the perfect gift — our POPSUGAR Must Have Special Edition Summer For Him box! We've already revealed one of the exciting items inside — these cool wooden Proof sunglasses — and there's lots more to help your dad, grad, or any guy in your life tackle Summer looking sharp, drinking well, and getting into BBQ mode. Sign up by May 28, and we'll make sure to get the box there in time for Father's Day!
Find out more and sign up for our POPSUGAR Must Have Special Edition Summer For Him box!
Helle of Edinburgh, Scotland, is bringing out the soft side of tech, with fabric-covered phone cases and covers that feature lovely hand-painted prints. Helle's StarCreature Studio is our new favorite Etsy shop discovery, offering one-of-kind linen, tweed, and silk protection for iPhone, Nexus 4, and Galaxy S3.
The sculpture-trained artist worked in the IT industry before returning to art. Handcrafted device covers are the perfect intersection between art and tech, no? Each lightweight snap-on case is made to order, and ships from the United Kingdom within seven business days.
Our favorites from StarCreature Studio are the Linen Coral Stripes ($20) and Ivory Linen Herringbone ($20) cases, but there are plenty more textile and device options on Etsy.
Check out more highlights from Helle's shop after the break.
How do I tell my friend that she's sharing way too much on social media? When is and isn't it appropriate to use my smartphone? Is it OK to text my boss?
Today on The Sync Up, we are talking etiquette, social media etiquette that is. Whether you're using Facebook, Twitter, emailing, or texting, we'll be answering your questions on what is and isn't an appropriate way to communicate digitally. That and more, all in this episode of The Sync Up.
The father of the GIF file format, Steve Wilhite, won the lifetime achievement award for creating the Internet age's most meme-able images at Tuesday night's Webby Awards in New York City. In lieu of The Webby Awards' traditional "5-Word Speech," Steve delivered a five-word GIF instead, set to the epic theme song of 2001: A Space Odyssey. It read: "IT'S PRONOUNCED 'JIF' NOT 'GIF.'"
Watch Steve accept his Webby Award for lifetime achievement below, then give us your final verdict: JIF or GIF?
Smartphones at a wedding, and the ability to instantly capture memories and share them with others, can be both a blessing and a curse. When the emotions are high and the champagne flutes are flowing, err on the side of caution before publicly postings certain photos, which could potentially upset the bride and groom (maybe they want to be the first to share photos of the food on Facebook!). Since you're an invited guest, maintain good tech etiquette with our seven-rule guide:
Find out the one photo you should whip out your phone for after the jump.
The beachside rides, the colors, everything about this picture by Instagram user jennbailey0706 screams Summer — and we'll take it!
Have you been testing out your photography skills and snapped a shot you want to share? Submit your pics to our Cool Capture group or to Instagram with the #coolcapture hashtag, and your pic might be featured on the POPSUGAR Tech homepage. And don't forget to follow @popsugartech on Instagram!
