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Facebook Status Message Proves Teen's Innocence
While some may consider frivolous Facebook status updates annoying, there's definitely one New York City teen who probably doesn't agree. He was recently arrested and charged with robbery, but charges were dropped once he was able to prove his alibi — via a Facebook status message. The teen claimed he was miles from the scene of the crime as it happened, but no one could corroborate the story.
WonderCon 2008: Spicy Brown's Tofu Robot Goods
Making my way around WonderCon's expo floor was a pain in the neck — literally. I had to keep an eye out for all those awesome costumes, which meant straining my neck left and right all weekend! So it was a nice break coming across the booth of Spicy Brown — the home of these super cute Tofu Robot figures ($20) as well as some geek chic tees and accessories.
The New Nintendo DSi LL Is Bigger But Is It Better?
That rumored new DSi, with the larger 4.2-inch screen? It's real, and it's coming to Japan on Nov. 21.
Blingy iPhone Case: Love It or Leave It?
I'm all for embellishments, but check out this decked-out iPod case. The Showstopper iPhone Case ($20) is covered in gold, brown, silver, and gold beads and is the latest in blinged-out accessories.
Are you in love, or is it a little too bedazzled?
Retro Modern Briefcase Fills My Heart, Empties My Wallet
There's nothing more depressing than finding an item you love but finding the price to be so far outside your budget that there's no hope in sight. I mean, I totally cannot afford the $745 asking price on this luscious leather bag, but it surely is pretty!
Made from top quality leather, this funky retro modern Leather Briefcase I found on SuperMarket (another Etsy-like site that is a go-to site for finding unique and hand made items from independent designers) not only boasts a soothing brown outside, but a sweet and complementary turquoise and blue inside.
Modern Day Notecards Featuring Subtle Geeky One-Liners
Well color me geeky happy — who needs Tech Dating tips when cards like this exist?! Call me old-fashioned, but I just love cute geek-inspired cards.
Even if he didn't friend me on Facebook, waited longer than three days to call after our first date, or has a ton of female contacts, I'd still let one of these irritating tech-behaviors slide if he slipped one of these flirtatious letterpress cards ($7 for a set of six) in the mail.
Cool Capture: Sleeping Swan Taken With a Nikon D40x
Another day, another beautiful entry that has been submitted to our Cool Capture group. Have you had the chance to check out some of the other entries? I've already showcased some stunning pieces of work from icecreamsprinkle, turkeyjerky and tarajeans and here is the latest one from reader Jennyfo.
First Naomi Now Foxy: Girls Going Wild With Their Cell Phones!
Maybe I didn't get the memo about new cell phone features, but what is with all these celebrities using their BlackBerries as weapons?! First Naomi Campbell was charged with assaulting her maid with her BlackBerry over a pair of missing jeans. And now Foxy Brown allegedly hit her neighbor across the head with her BlackBerry during an argument.
How I'd Wire Serena van der Woodsen For Brown
The kids of Gossip Girl aren't really kids anymore, as they're about to embark on their first years at college. I'm having fun imagining how I'd outfit them for gadgets and accessories — Blair Waldorf's wiring kicked me off, and now I'm turning to the California casual New Yorker Serena van der Woodsen.
S is headed to Brown University (though I have a feeling that won't last, with all her friends staying in the city for school), and it's been hinted that her bohemian nature will be out in full force.
Gossip Girl Tech Quiz: Episode 2, "Freshmen"
It's class time, Upper East Siders! The gang packed up their lavish childhood bedrooms, designer duds and laptops and eased in to collegiate life on this week's Gossip Girl. While Blair fought for queen bee status, Chuck presented a grown-up business proposal, Serena contemplated her future at Brown and Dan evolved into an unlikely ringleader.
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