Honoring Some of Our Favorite Geeks For Black History Month


Updated 02/06/12 6:24 AM · Posted by · 5 comments

Black Geeks, Nerds, and Scientists

We may have Valentine's Day on the brain, but February also marks an important time of the year — Black History Month. In honor of Black History Month, let's take a look at some of our favorite geeks, both past and present. Everyone on this list has made vast contributions to furthering tech as we know it. Dwayne McDuffie — The recently passed McDuffie wrote comic books for both Marvel Read more

5 Reasons to Love People's Choice Winner Nathan Fillion


Updated 01/12/12 10:07 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 1 comment

Nathan Fillion People's Choice Award Winner Castle

Nathan Fillion may have risen to science fiction fame and glory in the gone-before-its-time show Firefly, it's his role as a crime solving novelist that found him award glory last night at the People's Choice Awards. The prolific Twitterer was selected as Favorite TV Drama Actor by the voting fans. If you aren't already a devoted Castle, Firefly and Nathan fan in general, here's why you should Read more

Geek We Love, Sherlock, Joins Star Trek


Updated 01/05/12 2:17 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Sherlock Benedict Cumberbatch as Star Trek Villain

The newest addition to our Geeks We Love list, Mr. Sherlock Holmes himself, Benedict Cumberbatch upped his cool geek factor this week by signing on to play the villain in the upcoming Star Trek movie. JJ Abrams' second take at Captain Kirk-era Star Trek isn't due in theaters until 2013, but based on Benedict's performance as the intense and tech-savvy Sherlock Holmes in BBC's Sherlock, we'll Read more

You Still Have Time: Gift Guide Ideas From Our Favorite Geeks!


Updated 12/21/11 5:15 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Geeky Gift Guide

Hey, just because it's Dec. 21 doesn't mean there isn't any time left to buy a kick-ass gift for the geek in your life. Take it from our favorite tech celebrities, Veronica Belmont, Morgan Webb, Katie Linendoll, Lisa Foiles, and Marissa Mayer — buying a geek gift has never been easier. Check out their picks in these handy gift guides. Happy shopping! Read more

Marissa Mayer Shares Her Holiday Gadget Picks!


Updated 12/14/11 12:59 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Marissa Mayer Tech Picks For Holiday Shopping

As VP at Google, Marissa Mayer knows her tech, which also makes her the perfect person to fill us in on the items we should grab for our geeky loved ones this holiday. We asked Marissa to shed some light on the tech and gadget items she can't live without at work and at home. Get out your pens and paper — you might want to take notes for your own wish list — and check out Marissa Mayer's Read more

8 Things on Katie Linendoll's Holiday Wish List (and 5 Things She Can't Wait to Buy)


Updated 12/21/11 2:57 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Katie Linendoll's Holiday Shopping List

CNN and CBS's favorite go-to gadget gal Katie Linendoll knows a few things about technology, and as we learned from her 2011 holiday wish list, she also has quite the sense of humor. We asked Katie to give us a sneak peek at what she's hoping to find under the tree on Christmas Day. She obliged, and the overachiever that she is, gave us a few hints at what she'll be buying for her friends and Read more

7 Sidekicks That Stole the Scene (and Our Hearts)


Updated 09/08/11 8:42 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 0 comments

Geek Sidekicks

Ah, sidekicks. They're not intended to be the stars, not the heroes with the dramatic and compelling story lines. Many times they even serve just as casual comic relief. These sidekicks, though, bring such geeky charisma to their roles that the hero pales in comparison. Whether it's their enduring wit, quiet leadership, or breadth of nerd knowledge, here are the sidekicks that regularly outshine Read more

7 Reasons to Love Craig Ferguson


Updated 09/06/11 6:22 PM · Posted by · 6 comments

Craig Ferguson Facts and Video

As host of the Late Late Show, Craig Ferguson has been keeping us in stitches since taking over late-night hosting duties in 2005. Craig is a nerd-lover's dream; his love of science fiction and geekery come through on every episode and his Twitter account. Here's why we love the funny Scotsman. Devoted Whovian — He dedicated an entire episode of his talk show to his love of Doctor Who. Read more

7 Reasons to Love Hermione Granger


Updated 07/15/11 8:25 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Reasons to Love Hermione Granger

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 opens in theaters tomorrow, and while we're looking forward to seeing the final chapter in the series, it's not easy closing the book on our favorite characters. Hermione Granger is easily one of the most memorable, but she's also a great role model for budding witches and geeks everywhere. There are plenty of reasons to love Hermione and we've singled Read more