iDapt Aims to Be the Only Charger Dock You'll Ever Need


Updated 01/16/12 12:50 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

iDapt Charging Station

Charging stations and docks are fab because they can manage your cable clutter and save you precious outlet space, while keeping multiple gadgets juiced. The downside is regular docks and stations can sometimes get bulky to make room for a hidden power strip and multiple charging cords. Sure, they keep things tidy, but who wants a breadbox sitting in their entryway? For those who want to cut Read more

Geek Tip: Use Pipe Insulation to Wrangle Cords


Updated 11/15/11 6:54 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

DIY Cheap Cable Organizers

Today's geek tip comes from the queens of craft at Martha Stewart. While we've often come across inexpensive cable managers, we're not opposed to using found objects (like socks, perhaps) to keep our cords in line. The crafty divas at Martha Stewart, however, took things a step beyond by using pipe insulation instead. This super-cheap material can be found at your local hardware store and makes a Read more

Armored Transport For Your Cords: AT-AT Cable Manager


Updated 10/12/11 7:25 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Star Wars AT-AT Cable Manager

Although the AT-AT dog costume would be an amazing addition to your Star Wars-themed Halloween getup, let's face it — that thing looks pretty uncomfortable for Fido. If you're still craving some Walker goodness, turn your attention to your home office with the DIY Cable Management Holder ($40). Not only can you get some good crafting time in by building it yourself, this cable management system Read more

A Geek Girl's Guide to Moving With Your Gadgets


Updated 08/26/11 6:30 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 0 comments

Gadget Moving Tips

Moving into a new place or a new dorm can fill you with excitement. The downside: a whole lot of unpacking, including a whole lot of gadgets and other devices that go with you. Don't give in to your urge to throw your cords, cables, and gadgets into a box — you'll regret it when you unpack later! Here are some great tips for making your tech-filled move as easy and painless as possible. Read more

11 Ways to Simplify Your Life Using Tech


Updated 08/04/11 9:17 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Tips For Simplifying Your Life Using Technology

Between work, play, and home, your life can get a little cluttered. Though some are in the camp that gadgets cause us more stress than we need, tech can actually help simplify and streamline our lives, even — dare we say it — make it a little more fun. Check out these 11 tips on how tech can help you breathe a little easier every day. Set up autopay for your bills — Writing checks seems Read more

Manage Your Desktop Cables With Pinza


Updated 06/23/11 8:15 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Affordable Desktop Cable Organizers

There's plenty of choices out there when it comes to desktop cable organization, but the Pinza ($12-$16) is the first we've seen to have a serious touch of class. Made in Portland, OR, these cable organizers are crafted from stainless steel and come in two sizes for your larger and smaller cable needs. The Pinza keeps your cables in check, thanks to a rotating system that pins your cords down Read more

Genius! Multi Lines Extension Cords Are Functional and Fab


Updated 02/03/11 5:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Multi Lines Extension Cord

How many times have you complained that your cords are too short, your power strip is too far away, or you just don't want a million cables running down the base of your floorboard? Plenty, right? OK, so here's one solution: Multi Lines. This extension cord acts as a power strip in that there are multiple plugs you can connect to make the cord as long (or short) as you want. Just plug one line Read more

Keep Cords Untangled With the Budtrap


Updated 11/08/10 9:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Budtrap iPod and MP3 Earbud Organizers

Ahh, MP3 players. Awesome for entertainment, terrible for your stress level. Tell me, how many hours do you think you've spent untangling your earbud cords? Too many to remember? Personally, I have a bad habit of shoving my iPod into my bag without thinking of what my earbud cords will look like when I take them back out, which usually ends up like a rat's nest. But I've found a solution for Read more

31 Days of Spring Cleaning: Organize Spare Cables in Style


Updated 03/23/12 4:04 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 3 comments

How to Make DIY Cord Organizers

Cables, cables everywhere. With every new gadget we purchase comes a bag of cables we already have but toss onto the growing tangle of cords anyways. Master the labyrinth with one of the most basic of household objects, the toilet paper roll. We got our crafting on with empty toilet paper and paper towel rolls. Cover the basic cardboard rolls with art-store kraft paper and Japanese washi tape Read more

31 Days of Spring Cleaning: Manage Your Desktop Cables


Updated 03/09/12 3:57 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Cheap and Easy Ways to Manage Desktop Cables

We're a full seven days into our Spring cleaning coverage, and today we move on to an area that most of us deal with every day: our desks. A workspace that is cluttered with messy cords is a distraction, and even more annoying when cables fall behind your desk only to be lost in the rats nest that has formed there. Get it together! You can keep your cables neat and tidy with something you have Read more