Geek is chic.
Ever since Spring has sprung its way back into my heart, I've not only had the urge to clean out my closet, but I've decided it's high time I gave some TLC to my gadget goods. So starting this weekend, I'm going to get out the tape, Q-tips, Windex, and wipes and wipe away the gunk and grime invading my trusty devices. Over 81 percent of you are already keeping your gadgets sparkling clean Read more
Robert Pattinson drew a large crowd at the Cannes Film Festival in France this morning. He stepped out for a photocall to promote Cosmopolis after also talking up the project on Le Grand Journal yesterday. Rob will be back in front of the cameras for the premiere of the film later today, though he's already made his red-carpet debut at this year's festival. Rob supported girlfriend Kristen Read more
We may talk a lot about iPhoneography in these parts, but there's no substitute for an "old-fashioned" camera in all its double-digit megapixels, HD video, and interchangeable lens glory. The latest in Sony's camera offerings comes from the brand's Alpha line: the NEX-F3, suited for a more casual photographer, and the SLT-A37, a DSLR kit for those who want to get a little more serious with their Read more
Camera flashes, flashed bare chests, and flashy screen sirens give the Cannes Film Festival some of its je ne sais quoi, and that's why it's one of our favorite film fests. After a rocky start (it was initially set to start in 1939 but was postponed due to World War II), the inaugural Cannes took place more than 65 years ago on Sept. 20, 1946, making it one of the oldest film festivals to date. Read more
Sharing is caring, so for Mother's Day, show mom you care by introducing her to the photo-sharing wonderland of Instagram. If she's already using an iPhone or Android phone, she'll find Instagram easy to navigate once you've shown her the ropes. Be sure to go over these key features with her, so she can enjoy all that Instagram has to offer. Download the app: This whole process will go much Read more
When a loved one can't attend your wedding, consider live streaming any part of the ceremony or festivities so far away guests can still celebrate practically in person. From video calling to live video channels, these five services enable you to live stream a wedding: Skype: One of the most well-known video-calling services, Skype is a great free option if you are just trying to include one Read more
Each iPhone 4S camera is equipped with a really cool HDR setting that can dramatically improve your photos. HDR stands for high dynamic range, and it essentially takes a series of images, each shot with a different exposure from darkest to lightest. HDR combines the best parts of the three overexposed, underexposed, and balanced shots to create a dramatic image with beautiful shadowing and Read more
Get back to your SLR days by adding the one traditional piece of camera gear missing from your iPhone to make it a true do-anything camera: a push-button lens shutter. The Belkin iPhone Shutter Grip ($40) from Photojojo slides into the charging port and adjusts to fit over most cases to keep dirty fingers away from the screen while capturing every memory. The Shutter Grip has both video and Read more
It was a family affair at the Jesus Henry Christ premiere in Hollywood last night. Coproducers and sisters Julia Roberts and Lisa Roberts Gillan were joined by their brother Eric's daughter, Emma Roberts, as they celebrated the debut of the dark comedy. Julia's husband Danny Moder also served as cinematographer on the project, though he didn't join the ladies for the evening out. The screening Read more
Audiophiles looking for a new phone should mark this date on their calendar — the HTC One X will hit AT&T on May 6 for $200. First spotted at CES 2012, the One X is a looker with its sleek white polycarbonate exterior, but it also comes packed with Beats Audio technology for a groovy listening experience on the go. Also packed inside is Android Ice Cream Sandwich, a powerful 1.5GHz Read more
