Target to Offer First Google eBooks-Integrated Device: iriver Story HD


Updated 07/11/11 11:15 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Target to Sell Google eBook Reader iriver Story HD

In a blog post this morning, Google announced that Target will be selling the iriver Story HD, the first device to integrate Google eBooks into its platform. With a price tag of just $140 and launching on July 17, the iriver will allow you to browse and buy Google eBooks over WiFi right from the reader. There are hundreds of thousands of books for sale and millions you can download for free. You Read more

Google's New Tool Shows Sex on the Rise, Love Going Down


Updated 12/26/10 11:51 AM · Posted by · 5 comments

Google Books' New Ngram Viewer

If Google Books' Ngram Viewer is any indication, sex may surpass love in popularity. Literary popularity, at least. According to Google's new research tool, which tracks words and phrases across more than five million books, the word "love" has been dropping in popularity over the past 200 years, before plateauing slightly above "sex" around 1980. Speaking of 1980, that's the year "feminism" Read more

Sergey Brin Talks About Chrome For Macs and Google Books


Updated 10/27/09 4:45 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 3 comments

Sergey Brin Talks About Chrome For Macs and Google Books

Way back when, most of you said that you were planning on downloading Google Chrome when it came out. PC users — did you download it? And what do you think? Since I'm currently a Mac owner, I haven't had the opportunity to dive into Chrome's goodness, although I have been admiring the pretty Chrome themes in the meantime. Google's co-founder, Sergey Brin, recently spoke about Google Chrome and Read more

Daily Tech: The Storm, Curve, and Bold Go Head-to-Head


Updated 03/01/09 10:47 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 1 comment

Daily Tech: The Storm, Curve, and Bold Go Head-to-Head

What do you get when you put the new Curve 8900, the Bold, and the Storm together? Three BlackBerry's that put some other smartphones to shame. But what features differentiate each phone? — Engadget If you've been waiting to get your hands on an Eye-Fi wireless photo uploading card, Evernote has teamed up with Eye-Fi to offer the card for only $60. — Lifehacker Check out some of the most Read more

Google Launching Two Chromebooks on June 15


Updated 05/12/11 8:17 AM · Posted by · 7 comments

Google Samsung and Acer ChromeBooks Details

At today's I/O keynote, Google announced two new Chromebooks coming from Samsung and Acer on June 15. These new laptops were born from last year's CR-48 beta edition, and have now evolved into consumer-ready machines with some nice cloud features. Both Chromebooks boot in eight seconds, have built-in WiFi and are 3G-ready (from Verizon), feature automatic updates, and secure log-ins for multiple Read more

Sugar Shout Out: Global Culinary Wedding Traditions


Updated 04/25/12 12:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Sugar Shout Out April 24, 2012

Bridging cultures with food: global culinary wedding traditions The Jolie-Pitts Galapagos vacation comes to an end 6 things to expect during a facial Famous women with alternative views on happily ever after Find the right pregnancy book for your personality A sweet Spring color combo to try out now: caramel + white Feathers, bones, and tree stumps: creative and unforgettable wedding Read more

16 Questions You Should Never Ask on a First Date


Updated 04/11/12 9:44 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Topics to Avoid on a First Date

First dates are awkward enough as-is — much less when you ask personal, inappropriate questions. There's a fine line between getting to know someone and digging a little too deep, so try to think before you speak. Don't want to make him uncomfortable? Steer clear of these questions to make date number two more likely: Is Google right about you? A quick pre-date Google search is totally normal, Read more

Fabio Viviani on Upcoming Ventures and the Health Trends That Bug Him


Updated 03/21/12 1:20 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 0 comments

Fabio Viviani New TV Show Interview

Photo: Camilla Salem Recently, we had the chance to spend some quality time with Italian charmer Fabio Viviani. After homemade pasta and cappuccinos for breakfast, and a series of hilarious one-liners, we grabbed a table at Casa Tua in Miami, and got to dishing. Even though he'd been out until 4 a.m. the night before, he had plenty to say about reality TV, the world of vegan cuisine, and his Read more

Double-Check These 5 Things Before Booking Hotels Online


Updated 03/20/12 11:20 PM · Posted by SavvySugar · 3 comments

How to Book Hotels

Playing up the best features with professional photos is the name of any hotel's aesthetics game, but stave off disappointment (and final sticker shock) by asking yourself these five questions before booking a room: Can I pinpoint it on a map? If the price looks too good to be true, it probably is! For example, several airport hotels have the sneaky habit of naming themselves after the closest Read more

The New iPad Goes on Sale Tomorrow at 8 a.m.: Camping Tips to Keep You In Line


Updated 03/15/12 12:38 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

New iPad at Apple Store Opening Times and Tips

The new iPad with the fancy high definition Retina display goes on sale tomorrow, and if you didn't get your preorder in, you'll have to battle the crowds if you want a new tablet on day one. But standing outside for hours (or overnight, if you must) isn't an easy task. Should you go for it? Prepare and keep yourself entertained, hydrated, and safe with these iPad line camping tips. Do some Read more