VEVO Will Live Stream the World Cup Kick-Off Concert in HD


Updated 05/28/10 3:50 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 0 comments

VEVO Will Live Stream World Cup Kick-Off Concert

The FIFA World Cup, which starts in less than two weeks, is a massive, worldwide celebration. And if you aren't lucky enough to be traveling to South Africa to get in on the festivities, you'll still be able to check out its Kick-Off Celebration Concert online. Music video site VEVO has secured exclusive rights to live stream the June 10 concert featuring renowned artists like Alicia Keys, Read more

TiVo Announces Premiere, Premiere XL Boxes in NYC


Updated 03/21/10 8:28 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 2 comments

TiVo Releases Premiere and Premiere XL Boxes

TiVo introduced its newest lineup today in NYC: the Premiere ($300) and Premiere XL ($400) boxes, which will both be available in early April for your media consuming needs. One of the main differences between TiVo's Series 3 boxes and these new Series 4 units is the shiny new HD flash interface (Flash? Isn't that going the way of the pager?), which utilizes larger HD screens to bring you all Read more

Daily Tech: The Xbox 360 Gets HD Streaming


Updated 10/30/08 6:57 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 4 comments

Daily Tech: The Xbox 360 Gets HD Streaming

Start popping the popcorn now: Netflix is going to stream in High-Def on Xbox 360s! — Gizmodo Thought the HD disc competition died with HD DVD? Think again. Royal Digital Media is planning a competitor for Blu-ray. — Engadget Motorola is flailing and has decided to turn all their attention and resources to Android. — TechCrunch Best Buy announced a Black Friday VIP contest that includes Read more

ABC Streams Shows In HD Over The Net


Updated 07/29/07 2:44 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 10 comments

ABC Streams Shows In HD Over The Net

With ABC's new full episode flash player, you can check out all your favorite shows online for free. In addition, ABC recently launched HD Streaming in Beta, which means you can get high-def quality through the convenience of your computer (a minimum 1024 x 168 resolution is recommended). To watch the HD shows, you will need to download a player from Move Networks as well as have a broadband Read more

HD For The Holidays


Updated 12/08/06 12:03 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 1 comment

HD For The Holidays

Nothing says I’m a chic geek like an awesome HDTV set, and now that prices for hi-def sets are actually falling, you’ll be able to get a great wall mount TV with amazing picture quality without breaking the bank. Philips 26" Widescreen Flat-Panel LCD HDTV This widescreen LCD HDTV Philips is slim, trim and perfect for everyday use. What it lacks in size, it makes up in function: Just add a Read more

HP Envy 14 Spectre Gets Priced at $1,400


Updated 02/08/12 9:37 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

HP Envy 14 Spectre Price and Release Date

The HP Envy 14 Spectre was arguably the most fetching ultrabook at this year's Consumer Electronics Show, and we finally know how much damage it will do to our bank accounts. The HP Envy 14 Spectre will be available Feb. 17 and priced at $1,400 to start. The base model Spectre comes stocked with a 14-inch HD+ Radiance Infinity LED-backlit display and backlit keyboard, a 128GB SSD hard drive, Read more

Nikon D800 Flaunts the Future of Digital Video


Updated 02/08/12 6:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Nikon D800 1080p Video Camera

Vintage photographs may be the trend right now, but when it comes to video we want cutting-edge high definition. Announced this week, the Nikon D800 HD-SLR video camera has the professional-grade imaging capabilities of a camera twice its price. Available in late March for $3,000, the D800 is still an investment piece, but for working photographers and videographers, it makes sure to pack Read more

Millworks Pillows and Ready-to-Wear Looks Usher In an Early Spring


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H.D. Buttercup Throw Pillows

Maybe it's the unusually warm Winter we're having in Northern California, but I'm already anxious to incorporate exuberant Spring colors and patterns into my wardrobe and home. Luckily, H.D. Buttercup's San Francisco location just added a new millworks shop-in-shop filled with pillows ($58-$78) covered in graphic patterns and groovy palettes. While the prints are botanically inspired, the Read more

Samsung Galaxy Note Gets Price and Release Date


Updated 01/30/12 10:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Samsung Galaxy Note Price and Release Date

The biggest smartphone (or tiniest tablet?) we've ever seen, the Samsung Galaxy Note has finally received a price and release date: it's headed to AT&T on Feb. 19 for $300. Whether you're looking for a powerful smartphone or portable tablet, the Galaxy Note has you covered. Coming with a 5.3-inch HD Super AMOLED screen, 1.4GHz dual-core processor, HSPA+ and LTE connectivity for fast upload Read more

What We're Sweet On: A Just-the-Right-Fit Kit


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Make Up For Ever HD Complexion Reviews

If complexion perfection is your obsession, Make Up For Ever's HD Complexion Starter Kit ($79) is calling your name. The Sephora-exclusive set packages the brand's oil-free primer, invisible finishing powder, a kabuki brush, and one Invisible Cover Foundation — in the shade that suits you, of course. (There are 26, so there's something to match every skin tone.) This satin-finish foundation Read more