Back-to-School Deals of the Week


Updated 08/15/10 8:45 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 0 comments

Back to School Sales 2010-08-06 03:47:02

Gearing up for the Fall semester can be expensive, especially if you're buying your supplies at full price. Plus, between dorm life, computers, and other essentials, your long list of must haves can get pretty overwhelming. Thankfully, I'll be sussing out the best deals on some great back-to-school supplies for you every week through the month of August. First up, a few laptop deals you don't Read more

How-To: Clean Your Computer Monitor


Updated 05/20/10 3:50 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 0 comments

How To Clean Your Computer Screen

Since 60 percent of you have more than one computer monitor, you should take the time to keep them fresh and clean to enjoy for years to come. However, cleaning your screens isn't as simple as grabbing your household cleaner and giving them a scrub. LCD screens and computer monitors are particularly fragile, and since they can get so expensive, you'll want to take extra care to make sure you're Read more

I Would Have Used This Four Times Already Today


Updated 01/12/10 1:50 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 0 comments

A Turntable For Your Mac Display

Sometimes the simplest accessories solve the biggest problems. Take this useful gadget: the i360 iMac Turntable. It's a simple rotating turntable affixed to the bottom of your iMac or Apple monitor that allows you to easily swivel the monitor from side to side. They're made to match your computer in white or aluminum, and most models even feature a tiny built-in picture frame for an added touch Read more

How Many Computer Monitors Do You Use?


Updated 08/13/09 4:57 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 13 comments

How Many Computer Monitors Do You Need to Stay Productive?

I'm a busy gal, and most of the time find myself working wherever I can — on the couch, on the train, anywhere I can find a WiFi signal. But when I'm at the office, I like to not only use my laptop monitor, but hook it up to my cinema display and double my desktop real estate. When I'm at home? It's a single screen for me. I do notice a big difference in productivity when I have more than one Read more

iCovers Protect Your Precious Monitor


Updated 07/09/08 12:58 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 2 comments

iCovers Protect Your Precious Monitor

As pathetic as it is, I think of my computer as an extension of me, in that I want to keep it safe from bumps and bruises like any good mom. I take the time to select a comfortably padded bag or sleeve for my laptop, so shouldn't I want to protect it at home? Acme makes soft, sleek, and extremely attractive iCovers, not only for laptop screens, but Apple cinema displays and monitors. I actually Read more

CES 2008: The Alienware Curved Monitor For Video Game Fanatics


Updated 06/14/09 5:11 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 19 comments

CES 2008: The Alienware Curved Monitor For Video Game Fanatics

All I gotta say is try privacy scarfing this bad boy! Gizmodo was first on the scene to capture this ginormous LED curved monitor by Alienware at CES. With a screen resolution of 2880 x 990 and a supersized DLP display, I can't help but assume this massive television, I mean monitor, is going to cause some serious eye damage. The Alienware curved monitor is reportedly going to be available later Read more

How To: Get Your iPad Ready For Resale


Updated 02/10/12 1:29 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Sell Your iPad Online

If the rumors are true, the iPad 3 should be announced in March. If you're ready to upgrade from your first-gen iPad or iPad 2, now's the time to start thinking about selling. But before you post a listing on Craigslist or eBay, get all your ducks in a row first. Here's a few tips on how to prep your gadget for resale, and get top dollar for your efforts. Back up your data and do a clean sweep Read more

Earn More Money By Changing Up Your Office Space


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How to Make the Office More Comfortable

We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! Most of us spend about 40 hours per week at work — in other words, the majority of our waking hours. And nearly all of those hours are spent sitting at our desks. It’s a definite problem — and not just because we’re missing happy hour or quality couch time at home. There’s no shortage of discouraging research pointing Read more

6 Ways to Sit Less Every Day


Updated 01/22/12 8:33 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Decrease the Amount of Time You Sit For Your Health

We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Health.com here on our site. By Sarah Kehoe Need help being less sedentary? Here are the best ways to sit less and move more, from easiest to hardest. Pace on the phone Invest in a two-way speakerphone, a superlong phone-to-ear cord, or a quality headset so you can be more mobile while you chat. Even if you simply stand while on the phone, Read more

Blue Mic Introduces Mobile Recorder's BFF: Spark Digital


Updated 01/08/12 1:10 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Spark Digital Microphone For iPad

If you're a podcaster on the go, you'll dig Blue Mic's latest offering: the Spark Digital ($200). It's the first studio-quality audio microphone built for the iPad. Price seem a little steep for an iPad mic? The good news is you can hook Spark Digital up to your computer as well with both USB and iPad connection cables. The condenser mic is great for all kinds of situations — from recording Read more