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5 Fun Lenses to Add to Your Camera Arsenal

Kristy Korcz — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 06:30:38 PST

Having fun with your photos should be a requirement in 2012. If you're looking to up your fun quotient (and potentially come up with some seriously amazing images in the process) when it comes to photography this year, check out these lenses that can be swapped out for your regular DSLR lens.

Your Geeky Guide to Valentine's Day Bliss

Kristy Korcz — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 04:30:20 PST

Got a hot date this Valentine's Day? Make sure things go silky smooth with our guide to date planning, gifting, and of course, execution.

Predict the Oscar Winners and Win an iPad 2 and Prada Case!

GeekSugar — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 04:21:39 PST

Predict the Oscar Winners and Win an iPad 2 and Prada Case! Dazzling, talented stars aren't the only ones who have a chance to win big on Feb. 26 at the Oscars. Predict who you think will win in our Oscar ballot, and if you are on the money, you could win a fabulous iPad 2 16GB WiFi and a gorgeous Prada case!

Cool Capture: Snow

Kristy Korcz — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 03:10:44 PST

Obsessed with mobile photography? Submit your pics to our Cool Capture group or to Instagram by tagging them with #CoolCapture; Your pics might be featured on the GeekSugar homepage! We found a lot of snow flurries hitting the #CoolCapture tag this week - do you have any to share?

Source: Instagram user bunniexoxo

Steve Jobs Honored With Grammy

Kristy Korcz — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 02:01:01 PST

Steve Jobs was honored with the Trustees Award at last nights 2012 Grammys for his contributions to the music industry and his role in creating the iPod and iTunes, which helped shape the music industry as we know it today. Eddy Cue, Apple's senior vice president of Internet software and services accepted the award on behalf of Steve last night. In case you missed it, check out his speech below.

That's a Wrap - The Best Beauty, Fashion, and Performances From the Grammy Awards

Katie Henry — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 21:05:44 PST

Red-carpet fashion and beauty coverage:

Catch up on other arrivals fun you may have missed:

The list of all the winners, and more Grammy Awards fun:

19 Valentine's Day Gifts For Geeks

Kristy Korcz — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 19:57:58 PST

Valentine's Day doesn't exactly send us into a gift-buying frenzy, but since the holiday is about showing your love for someone special, a little token or trinket doesn't hurt. Looking for some geeky but sweet ideas? Look no further than our list of 19 Valentine's Day gifts for your favorite geek.

So Sweet! Candies iPhone Cases at Opening Ceremony

Kelly Schwarze — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 14:12:07 PST

Purveyors of all things chic and of-the-moment, Opening Ceremony has released its latest Spring import, and we're already craving more! iPhone cases from Japanese company Candies are making their adorable US debut. Candies creates all their cases from 100 percent natural silicone, free of nasty chemicals - good for you and Mother Earth.

Check out the range of cases including wheeled skate decks, cuddly cartoons, and bright graphics in the gallery.

Amazon Scores Deal With This Company

Kristy Korcz — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 14:00:38 PST

Amazon Scores Deal With This Company Amazon's Prime streaming service gets beefed up, thanks to a new partnership with this media company. Find out who it is (and what you'll be able to watch) over at Newser Tech!

Hit Me With Your Best Shot: Valentine's Day Camera Phone Tips

Kristy Korcz — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 12:02:10 PST

Amore is in the air, and if you plan on spending Feb. 14 with your current flame, you'll of course want to capture all the best moments as they happen. The good news is, with camera phones being as handy (and powerful) as they are, you probably don't need to tote around a full-featured digital in order to post an album's worth of mushy kissy-face pics on your various social networks.

Keep up your high photo standards no matter what the situation with these camera phone tips straight from professional photographer Perry Reichanadter. Have any of your own to add? Leave them in the comments or on our Facebook page!

Get close to your subject - Your camera phone probably won't have a macro setting, so be sure to get up close and personal with your beloved so he isn't drowned out by the surrounding action.
Clear the background - There's nothing worse than snapping a great pic of your BF, only to have something in the background distracting from his face. Make sure you steer clear of any street signs, bright lights, or "loud" objects, and keep your honey in focus.

See the rest of the tips after the jump.