Geek Tip: Pick Up a Card Reader For Easy Photo Transfers


Updated 05/28/09 8:39 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 10 comments

Use a Memory Card Reader Instead of Your Data Cable For Quick and Easy Photo Transfers

Instead of carrying around (or searching your apartment for) your camera's data transfer cable to move your photos to your computer, pick up an inexpensive memory card reader to take the cable's place. These little guys are easy to use with all types of memory cards, and this Aluratek Card Reader I found at Target for $15 can read nine different types of cards (from Memory Sticks to MiniSD) and Read more

Multitasking Media Through the Wormhole


Updated 01/10/12 8:30 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

j5create Multitasking Wormhole Station at CES 2012

Be it a work or personal computer, the task of transferring large media from one computer is usually much more complicated than the simplicity of the request. Two products from technology accessories company j5create promise to make file exchange as simple as a trip down a wormhole. A recipient of a CES 2012 Innovation Award, the Wormhole Station is a laptop docking station that shares the Read more

How to Pay Off Your Holiday Debt


Updated 02/23/11 12:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Pay Off Your Holiday Debt

We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! The winter holidays have dissolved into nostalgic memories, and we haven’t had an eggnog latte in over a month. But at least one full credit card cycle after New Year’s, some of us are still carrying holiday credit card debt. It’s no fun looking forward to spring while carrying this weight, and it puts a damper on any Read more

What Not to Keep in Your Wallet


Updated 08/31/11 12:50 PM · Posted by SavvySugar · 0 comments

What Not to Keep in Your Wallet

We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! We love the motto “be prepared.” But when it comes to the average American’s wallet, there’s such a thing as over-prepared. From the looks of our bulging billfolds, we must be heading out each day to open a new line of credit, fill out a W-2, shop at several department stores, use a few gift cards, return an item or two, Read more