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Last-Minute Father's Day Gift Ideas!

GeekSugar — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 11:02:36 -0700

With Father's Day right around the corner (this Sunday!), I hope that my Father's Day gift guides for geeky dads have been helpful and given you lots of great gift ideas. There's still time to get him the perfect gift, but if you are low on cash no worries - you can send him an adorable and heartfelt video Eyejot message, for free! Here's a list of our gift guides from the past week in case you're still shopping.

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Gifts For the Gamer Dad!

GeekSugar — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 07:45:36 -0700

If you're lucky enough to have a gaming nerd as a dad, then you'd think picking out the perfect gift for Father's Day would be a breeze! But really, deciding on the right game can pose quite a challenge, especially if it's for a parent. It might take a bit of secret investigating into his game cabinet at home or just figuring out what he likes to play the most - puzzles, action/fighters, racers, or sports games - to get an idea of which new title to pick up. I'm here to help you decipher his current collection and habits to decide on a new addition. Check out my slideshow that features the best of each category, so you know you're getting a game your dad will love! Source

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Valentine's Day Geek Gift Guide Roundup: Time's Running Out!

GeekSugar — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 09:05:10 -0800

You guys helped me compile a ton of great and geeky ideas for Valentine's Day gifts for my boyfriend, parents, and girlfriends, so now I'm going to help you by reminding you to hurry up and get your gifts! The big day is in only two days, and if you guys procrastinate half as much as I normally do, then you'll appreciate the prodding. To help you along further, I've put together the best of my boyfriend/girlfriend/parental gadget gift roundups for ideas for you. Enjoy!

Mother's Day Gift Guide Roundup

GeekSugar — Fri, 11 May 2007 15:00:27 -0700

Mother's Day may just be days away, but you still have plenty of time to get your mom - or mother figure - a techie gift she can cherish not just because you gave it to her, but because it's actually useful. I put together a few guides this week so you don't have to head out into the shopping abyss without a plan.

Digital Picture Frames
Digital Media Players
Laptop Bags
Great Headphones

Not going to be with mom this Sunday? T-Mobile will be giving their customers free text messaging all day in honor of Mother's Day.

Mother's Day Gift Guide: Laptop Bags

GeekSugar — Thu, 10 May 2007 09:00:54 -0700

Wanting to get your mom something for Mother's Day that's stylish, functional and affordable? Well these laptop bags are not only just that, but they are the perfect accessory for summer. If your mom needs a new laptop carrier, spoil her with one of these cute bags... which just so happen to be three of my favorites as well!

Sea Blue Laptop Bag

This bright floral laptop bag is super light and extremely durable. The exterior is polyester which makes it easy to wipe-off and the interior is fully padded with lots of compartments for all your mom's gadgets. Each bag fits up to 14.1" laptops and includes a long shoulder strap. Priced at $55.

Thin Mustard Laptop Carrier

If your mom likes sleek purses and totes, she may enjoy this thin sleeve carrier by Pinder. Each sleeve has a tough, water repelling exterior with lots of compartments inside for pens or a power cord. What's great about this carrier is the fact that it can be used many ways..you can carry it by the handles, attach the included shoulder strap, or put it in another bag or backpack. Many sizes available and a variety of colors if you don't fancy the mustard. Priced at $35.

Stephanie Metropolitan Laptop Bag

I love this butterfly laptop tote because it reminds me of a stylin' beach bag. But if you look closely you'll notice that it is a fully padded bag, perfect for any laptop! With luxurious leather trim woven and burlap fabric, this metropolitan bag features two padded pockets and metal feet on the bottom. Priced at $188.

Mother's Day Gift Guide: Digital Media Players

GeekSugar — Wed, 09 May 2007 10:08:38 -0700

Yesterday, I suggested you consider getting your mother (or mother figure) a set of great headphones, for Mother's Day, but what if she doesn't have anything to plug those headphones into? It might be time to hook her up with a suitable MP3 player.

The Insignia 4-Gigabyte MP3 and Video Player has gained praise recently - namely from The New York Times - for its Bluetooth capabilities, which are still pretty rare in the MP3 player world. The player can transmit stereo MP3 music and video soundtracks to your headphones or speakers via a wireless Bluetooth connection, which means freedom from wires. It features 4GB internal flash storage that holds up to 1,000 songs, 4,000 photos, 50 audiobooks or 14 movies, is just over 0.6" thin and weighs 2.4 ounces and supports MP3 formats and most image and video formats. $160

For all you non-iPod folks, the Microsoft Zune 30 GB device, is available in four colors and stores up to 7,500 songs, 25,000 pictures, or 100 hours of video. It also features wireless Zune to Zune sharing, a 3-inch screen and a FM radio, which isn't always the case with MP3 players.

It comes with some preloaded content, but the rest has to be purchased from the Zune marketplace. The device has received great praise and criticism because of its "sharing" features, if you've done your research and think it fits your mom's wants and needs the new pastel colors are pretty fly. $219.99

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Apple's tiny iPod shuffle is available in five fun colors - blue, pink, green, orange and the original silver - for me, this automatically makes it the go-to, inexpensive player, but only because it's also got the basic functions in tact. It's half a cubic inch in volume, weighs half an ounce and features a stunning aluminum design with a built-in clip - which makes it ideal for exercisers, non-techies, now people that love colorful gadgets. The iPod shuffle contains one gigabyte of flash memory and holds up to 240 songs. No screen or radio. $79

Of course, if you're feeling lucky, you should try and win her the iPod Nano and Chocolate Gift Set I'm giving away in honor of Mother's Day.

All you have to do to enter is leave a comment on the giveaway post and I will do a random drawing on Wednesday, May 9 at 12:00 pm, Pacific Time. One entry per person - all repeat comments will be ignored. Also, you must be a TeamSugar member to comment, so if you're not a member, please register here for an account.

Mother's Day Gift Guide: Great Headphones

GeekSugar — Tue, 08 May 2007 11:00:12 -0700

If your mom already has an MP3 player or iPod, but you want to get her something techie and useful, consider upgrading her standard headphones to ones with better function and sound for Mother's Day. Upgrading to a better headphone model will not only do wonders for her ears (anyone else suffering from the painful free in-ear headphones you got with your MP3 player?), but every time she goes to listen to music she'll think of you and how thoughtful you are. I've shared two of my favorite models below, but there are a whole variety of cute and colorful and even retractable models she'd probably love.

Sony Bud-Style Stereo Earphones

These light Sony earphones deliver great sound and are so comfortable she'll forget she is wearing them. They're small enough to fit snug in her ear, and will stay in during an intense workout. Get them here for $36.

Shure E3c Sound Isolating Earphones

The Rolls-Royce of headphones, these lightweight babies offer stellar sound isolation and crystal clear sound. She'll feel like a DJ without the huge dorky headset. Get them here for $199.

Gift Ideas For Your Crush

GeekSugar — Sat, 16 Dec 2006 13:56:01 -0800

Vaja Treo 650 Leather Case without Ultraclip
If your hot crush has a Treo 650, you can surprise him this Christmas with the Vaja i-volution T65 sleek leather case. Choose from over nineteen different colors and give it that extra added touch by personalizing the back with his name.

Get one especially 'for him' at Palm Online for $115.

iPod RF Remote for 5G Video or Nano by Soundkase
This 5th Generation iPod remote control fits fits 2GB, 3GB, 4GB, 30GB and 60GB iPods (Note: does not fit new nano). The remote control has basic functions, random song features and you are able to use it up to 100 ft away. With bluetooth integration, playlist access and FM transmitters, this is definitely a great way to get your crush's attention!

Get one at Amazon from $30-$60.

Jensen J052W Indoor / Outdoor 2-Way Speakers
Want to get cozy with your crush with some chill R & B playing in the background, or have a romantic dinner on the back patio with soft music setting the mood? A gift you can put to good use - the Jensen Indoor/Outdoor speakers! They have decent bass output and weather resistant ABS plastic enclosures. Time to get groovin'!

Get a set at Amazon for $50.

Gift Guide For Your Little Brother

GeekSugar — Fri, 15 Dec 2006 16:07:06 -0800

Wondering what to get your little brother this Christmas? You know the one that scares your boyfriends with his dirty looks, gets competitive during those non-competitive family flag football games and always, always has your back?

GamePro Mag Subscription
Give your brother a GamePro mag subscription this year so he can be the biggest geek in his class. He'll get the best in gaming news and reviews, all the latest cheats, codes, strategies and pro tips. It will give him something to read that doesn't feature naked ladies.

Get one at Amazon for $18.

Nintendo Game Boy Micro Console
What guy isn't a gamer? The small Nintendo Game Boy Micro Console will spoil and entertain your brother for an affordable price. He can take this gaming system everywhere as it will easily fit in his pocket. With the ability to play all the Game Boy Advance games, including a library of 700 titles, he'll never say he's bored again.

Get one at Sears for $70.

H2O Audio Waterproof Nano Case
If your brother has clumsy tendencies, it is probably a good idea to get him a waterproof nano case. It's one of the coolest iPod accessories because it seals off water and dust while still allowing full use of the click wheel and headphone jack.

Get one at Dick's Sporting Goods for $70.

Geek Gift Guide: Best Friend

GeekSugar — Mon, 11 Dec 2006 11:45:39 -0800

My best friend is usually the most problematic person on my holiday shopping list. First off, we like the same things, so everything I find for her I want for myself. Second, she’s the one person in the world that listens to all of my woes so she deserves the best. So what would all the BFFs out there like for Christmas?

iPod Shuffle

Even if she already has an iPod, she’ll love the teeny-tiny new Apple 1 GB iPod Shuffle, $79.99. As of this moment, it’s the world's smallest digital music player, and shockingly holds up to 240 songs. It’s perfect for her workouts, or those days she wants access to a small music library without bringing her regular iPod. Apple says the battery can run for 12 continuous hours, which means she can rock through a flight, workday or marathon.

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Kolo laptop sleeve
Kolobags has an assortment of simple and affordable “Sumo” quilted corduroy laptop sleeves that Velcro closed and can slide into a larger bag or stand alone as a cute and eye-catching cover. For $34.99, your BFF can protect her laptop (they fit Macs and most PCs), and be stylish. If you spring for an actual laptop bag, Kolobags also offers an assortment of designer styles. With celebrity endorsers like Jonathan Rhys-Meyers and Maria Bello, they’ve got to be doing something right.

TiVo
Help her enter the digital life with a TiVo Digital Video Recorder. She won’t be able to use that “I have to go home – there’s a John Cusack marathon on tonight and I need to change the tape” excuse ever again. TiVo will allow her to store nearly 80 hours of digital recording time and will even find and record the types of shows she likes based on her picks. Tivo costs about $70, but there is a monthly fee. If you love her enough, you can cover that too for about $14 a month.