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

GeekSugar — Fri, 28 May 2010 03:47:53 PDT

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, Shakira, Black Eyed Peas, and John Legend. A number of international acts will perform as well, in this first event of its kind, broadcast to a global audience. Plus, it's in HD!

VEVO has already started the countdown at worldcup.vevo.com with videos of various performers. The concert will be broadcast live at 8 p.m. local time on Thursday, June 10 - which is 2 p.m. EST. As soon as the concert is over, the full video will be available on demand, along with additional exclusive content from the artists.

TiVo Announces Premiere, Premiere XL Boxes in NYC

GeekSugar — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 16:37:00 PST

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 kinds of media in one place: cable TV, movies, music, and web.

The new boxes are smaller than previous models but aren't lacking in power - the Premiere will come stocked with a 320GB hard drive capable of up to 45 hours of HD recording, while the Premiere XL will host 1TB of storage and up to 150 hours of recording time. Alongside the new boxes, TiVo also released a QWERTY Bluetooth keyboard remote for easy button mashing.

To hear more about the TiVo Premiere and Premiere XL, just

TiVo announced deals with Pandora for Internet radio streaming
Swivel Search allows you to search TV, Internet, Netflix, Amazon On Demand, Blockbuster On Demand, and YouTube for specific actors and keywords
Onscreen disk space meter shows you how much room you have left in storage
THX sound certified
Comes with one Ethernet connector, two USB 2.0 ports, and E-SATA support for external storage
WiFi enabled with a $90 attachment

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Daily Tech: The Xbox 360 Gets HD Streaming

GeekSugar — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 12:01:17 PDT

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 a $1,000 gift card. - CrunchGear
It's almost Halloween, and if you don't have a costume yet, check out all these geeky ideas! - CMD Shift

ABC Streams Shows In HD Over The Net

GeekSugar — Fri, 27 Jul 2007 04:00:17 PDT

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 connection which is a bit of a pain. I say wait a few months or so for further improvements.
Source: CrunchGear

HD For The Holidays

GeekSugar — Fri, 08 Dec 2006 10:37:55 PST

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 HD-capable antenna to its built-in HDTV tuner and receive over-the-air high-definition broadcasts. You can also connect your digital camera through the USB port and share your favorite digital images with your guests - sweet! Buy the Philips 26" for $900.

Two more options, so

Sony 46" BRAVIA LCD
Sony's campaign for the Bravia claims it's the world's first television for men and women, and I think they're right on the mark. It offers 1080p HD picture, Dolby Digital surround sound and a small but powerful speaker design. It's perfect for all those Superbowl and Sex and the City parties you've always wanted to host and stylish enough that you won't ever look at it and think "do I really need this?" All in all it's worth the investment. Get the Bravia at Sony Style for $3,500.

Pioneer Elite 60" PureVision Plasma Television
This giant HD Plasma gives you something to aspire to. It offers amazing resolution, a 60” Diagonal screen with 16:9 Wide-Screen Aspect Ratio and independent HDMI inputs with the ability to accept a 1080p/24Hz signal. In the HDTV world, it's close to the holy grail. Let's just say that any guy who sees one of these in your house will be drooling. Get the Pioneer Elite for $7,500.

Geek tip: Once you purchase your new TV, make sure you contact your satellite or cable subscriber to get a high-def cable or satellite box.

9 Ways to Earn Extra Cash When Money Is Tight

Wise Bread — Thu, 24 May 2012 11:51:58 PDT

I'm sure everyone can do with a little more cash in their wallets. Here are some great suggestions by Wise Bread for you to make extra money.

Even though I'm self-employed full-time, I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to make more money.

Earlier this year, I wrote a Wise Bread post on websites that can help you earn extra cash. More recently, I came across a blog post on Zaarly titled, "10 Ways to Make Money Without a Job." After reviewing the latter post, I thought it was time to revisit the topic and let you in on a few more ways to get paid.

The ideas that Zaarly presents are perfect for the unemployed or those who just want to pad their pockets a little more. In addition, there are moonlighting jobs that I do that I thought you should know about. Thus, if you're without a steady paycheck or you just want to build up a rainy-day stash, here are some of your options.

1. Offer Experiences to Strangers

I recently learned about a new site called Vayable, which allows people with specialized knowledge and talents, local info, and time on their hands to create experiences that others can purchase. It's basically a touring and activity company without the company. Anyone can join the site and set up an experience. For instance, the Kan Brothers offer motorcycle tours of San Francisco - which include helmet rental, a drink at a local hot spot, and a city map - for two to four people at $75 per person. In New York City, Kim G. is offering a personalized painting lesson for groups of two to six for a flat rate of $300; the experience includes acrylic paints; canvas board and supplies; studio space; wine, cheese, and crackers; and Kim’s undivided attention. Consider this tip if you're interested in joining Vayable: Browse the site to see what other people in your area are offering. By creating a unique experience that no one else has established, you have a better chance of getting booked.

Read on for more.

Casa Capsule: Jennifer Aniston's New Rental, Crate and Barrel's Fall Line, and Designer Windows at Legends

Elka Karl — Sat, 19 May 2012 10:00:23 PDT

Tour Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux's new rental in Beverly Hills.
Go peeking in all the designer windows at Legends in Los Angeles.
Time to primp up your patio! All these outdoor furniture finds are $200 or less.
See why celebrities love to live in this architect's homes.
Try these 6 helpful tips for starting a succulent terrarium.

We styled these 13 Ikea pillows with a DIY block print.
Designer Vicente Wolf shares tips for decorating your home.
See which shops will be at The Shops at Target this Fall.
Check out how we added bohemian flair to these curtains.
We loved these Blu Dot Real Good chairs in copper at HD Expo. See what else impressed us!

What's Hot in Interior Design Right Now: Some of Our Favorite Snaps From HD Expo

Elka Karl — Wed, 16 May 2012 06:00:09 PDT

Yesterday we made a quick trip to Las Vegas to attend a press luncheon for Messe Frankfurt and to walk the floor at HD Expo. There was more inspiration than we could possibly document in the few short hours we had to explore, but there were definitely some standouts for us. New products from Blu Dot ranked as top favorites, as did lighting from SkLO STudio. Keep clicking to see some of our Instagram favorites, and make sure to follow CasaSugar on Instagram for all of our snaps.

The Latest Sony Alpha Cameras Boost Photos to Pro Levels

Kelly Schwarze — Thu, 17 May 2012 07:11:00 PDT

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 hobby.

Available in June, the NEX-F3 ($600 with an 18-55mm zoom lens kit) packs 16.1 MP, 60i/24p HD video capture, and a full-size mirrorless APS-C image sensor into its pocket-sized frame, giving photos SLR-quality results without the intimidation of a bulky SLR body. Beyond its technical prowess, the NEX-F3 has sweet features that any level of camera enthusiast will love: the 180° tilt LCD screen shows a mirror image when flipped vertically, a must for framing self-portraits, and the new Auto Portrait Framing feature crops an image of a subject within perfect rule-of-thirds parameters.

For the photographer who needs extra power, the 16.1 MP SLT-A37 ($600 with an 18-55mm zoom lens kit; available in June) captures 7 frames per second with a 15-point auto focus system intended to keep fast-moving subjects crystal clear. The camera has an ISO range up to 16000, helping you the make most of a low-light scenario. What we may love most about the A37 is the little extras: it includes Auto Portrait Framing as well as an electronic viewfinder, ensuring that every bit of what you see in a frame is captured in the image.

Tour close-ups of the camera in our gallery, and share your favorite interchangeable-lens camera in the comments!

Feelin' Blue: When to Use a Cool-Toned Concealer

BellaSugar — Mon, 07 May 2012 03:35:00 PDT

You can try to grasp the purpose of each and every shade of color-correcting concealer on the market until you're blue in the face. But why do that to yourself? Speaking of blue, it turns out the icy hue doesn't have to leave you looking like an extra on The Smurfs. So what can blue do for you? Let's first look to the color wheel for guidance. Oh color wheel, tell us your magic ways.

Not only does blue add radiance to the complexion, but it also assists in reducing the appearance of minor imperfections. And if you have deeper skin tones, blue might be your cure to quelling under-eye circles. Another cool tip is that blue, the opposite of orange, can also help to neutralize overly Oompa Loompa-esque pigments caused from self-tanners.

In addition, purple, lilac, and mauve shades (which are somewhat close to the blue color family) can neutralize sallow, yellow tones. Hues of purple also can brighten olive skin and balance out yellowish blemishes on most skin tones. Try: Make Up For Ever's HD Microperfecting Primer in Blue or Mauve ($34), Givenchy's Mister Mat Mattifying Foundation Primer ($33), or Signature Club A by Adrienne's Anchorwoman Blue Dark Circle Cover ($16).

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