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Website of the Day: From a Birdie

GeekSugar — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 14:30:17 -0700

You know the drill: you get a Facebook reminder that it's your friend's birthday, so you end up writing her an email, or you post a brief note to her Facebook wall. Rather than follow everyone else's lead by posting an impersonal b-day message on Facebook, why not create a collective album of online letters that you and your friends can send to the birthday girl on her special day? A cool new site called From a Birdie, which I found on makeuseof, is similar to the site GroupCard because it allows an entire group of people to collaborate on a personalized card or letter. But what makes this site even better is the fact that you can add photos to your messages, there aren't any size restrictions on the messages or size of photos, and the group album gets its own password-protected website. From a Birdie will email your friend on the day you choose to let them know they have a little surprise waiting for them!

Have an interesting website you want to share? To learn how to post your favorite websites to our Website of the Day group, read more.

First of all, join the Website of the Day group.
Click "New Post" under the website of the day tab at the top of the page.
Give your story a "Title."
Fill in the "Body" with a link to your favorite website and the reasons why you love it.
Type "Technology and Gadgets" in the Categories box
Add keyword(s) in the tag field with relevant tags (for example mine for this story was "Website of the Day").
Choose whether you want the post to be private or public.
Click "Create Post" to submit content.

Download of the Day: Postcard Express

GeekSugar — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 07:38:00 -0700

You know I'm a fan of digital postcard services, so I did a little (discreet) dance when I found Postcard Express ($4) for my iPhone.

You can take a picture at whatever fabulously exotic location you're at, and then you add your message and the email address of the recipient. It'll even geo-tag your photo/postcard for you.

The finished product looks so much like a traditional postcard, you won't miss buying the cards and making sure you have postage.

GroupCard Deletes Awkwardness From Co-Worker Card Ritual

GeekSugar — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 09:00:00 -0700

Does anyone else dread having a card passed around at work for a colleague's birthday, congratulations, or his or her last day? Even if it's someone you genuinely like, having to sum up your sincere thoughts in a one-inch space of cardstock among your other coworkers' sentiments is just awkward. It's like the grown-up version of that yearbook peach "Have a great Summer!"

Thankfully, the website GroupCard eases the pain a little bit. There's no physical passing around, first of all - it's an electronic pass-around that's accomplished by just emailing the card to the people who need to sign it. You then send the e-card (who cherishes greeting cards from co-workers these days anyway?) to the recipient, and wish her well.

Of course, it can't help you craft an articulate note summing up the perfect sentiment. You're on your own for that one.

To learn how to post your favorite websites to our Website of the Day group, read more.

I know that this long list looks scary, but trust me, once you get the hang of it, it'll be a snap the second time around.

First of all, join the Website of the Day group.
Click the pink "Share" menu on the top left side of the page.
Choose "Blog" and "Regular Post."
Give your story a "Title."
Fill in the "Body" with a link to your favorite website and the reasons why you love it.
Click "Next."
Choose the audience for your story to "Website of the Day" in the dropdown menu.
Add keyword(s) (for example mine for this photo was "Website of the Day").
Change channel to "Technology and Gadgets."
Fill in tag field with relevant tags.
Click "I’m done" to submit content.

So join the Website of the Day group and share information about all your favorite sites! Yours just might end up on the geeksugar homepage!

Website of the Day: flyGreetings

GeekSugar — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 13:09:21 -0700

For cute, no-fuss ecards, you may want to head on over to flyGreetings - because where else can you find cards that say things like "Let's Get a Mani" or "You're Preggers, Congrats!"?!

With a tagline of "free does not have to be cheap or cheesy," flyGreetings cards are classy, so you don't have to worry about weird flash animation or corny songs playing when your friend sees the card. Totally geek chic in my opinion.

And for other cute ecards, be sure to check out all of the adorable Sugar Network ones on Pingg!

To learn how to post your favorite websites to our Website of the Day group, read more.

I know that this long list looks scary, but trust me, once you get the hang of it, it'll be a snap the second time around.

First of all, join the Website of the Day group.
Click the pink "Share" menu on the top left side of the page.
Choose "Blog" and "Regular Post."
Give your story a "Title."
Fill in the "Body" with a link to your favorite website and the reasons why you love it.
Click "Next."
Choose the audience for your story to "Website of the Day" in the dropdown menu.
Add keyword(s) (for example mine for this photo was "Website of the Day").
Change channel to "Technology and Gadgets."
Fill in tag field with relevant tags.
Click "I’m done" to submit content.

So join the Website of the Day group and share information about all your favorite sites! Yours just might end up on the geeksugar homepage!

Five Fun Online Postcard Services

GeekSugar — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 07:05:12 -0700

The thrill of receiving a postcard in the mail never gets old, but being able to fix one up all nice and snazzy for a friend or family member is even more thrilling (I love imagining the looks on their faces once it gets to them). Thankfully because we live in this digital era, postcards have come a long way. Did you know that you can take a photo on your iPhone and an app will whip it into a postcard for you? Or what about the online postcard that you can add tunes to? Check out what other postcard options there are in my slideshow!

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Draw the Digital Line With Hilarious Callout eCards

GeekSugar — Sun, 08 Mar 2009 06:33:44 -0700

I can't stop LMAO at this amazing website! When I saw That's Not Cool on Trendhunter, I instantly fell in love. Their entire collection of Callout Cards fall into categories like Textual Harassment, Constant Messaging, and Cell Phone Trouble, so you can find the ultimate geeky card and send it to a certain someone - 'cause I know you already have someone in mind. Download the card, email it, throw it up on Facebook or MySpace . . . the options are endless!

Geek Tip: Use Pingg For Online Oscar Invites

GeekSugar — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 09:00:57 -0800

I've sung the praises of the stylish online invitations site Pingg before, but sometimes these awesome sites can get lost in the mix! I'm here to jog your memory for two reasons: The 81st annual Academy Awards are this Sunday, and if you are planning on having a get together for this event, Pingg is at your service with some great ecard templates.

If you're a new user, just sign-up for a free account and then click on the Academy Awards option under the Events and Holiday tab.

Pingg offers a nice selection of gallery designs and if it's a real fancy party, Pingg offers premium designs for a small fee.

Send Valentine's Day E-Cards From the 30 Rock Cast

GeekSugar — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 11:00:30 -0800

Run-of-the-mill e-cards not doing it for you? How about sending a free Valentine's Day greeting from Liz Lemon and the rest of the 30 Rock gang?

NBC's website has a host of free, hilarious V-Day cards featuring the cast of 30 Rock in classic scenes, with a Lemon-level witty caption.

Send 'em onto the object of your affection with excellent taste and a fabulous sense of humor.

Daily Tech: Transform Your HDTV From Drab to Festive Fab

GeekSugar — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 12:03:46 -0800

Sacramento designers decided to spruce up their home tech this holiday season by adding a silver frame around their flat-screen television. - Unplggd
The SlingPlayer Mobile for the BlackBerry will be available for beta use by the end of this year! - Engadget
Check out some of the top holiday eCards sites that offer something for everyone. - Switched
TV makers HANNspree has just come out with some new digital picture frames which are actually quite chic and functional. - Gizmodo UK
T-Mobile has dropped its $18 handset upgrade fee for good. - Gadgetell
We're not only giving away one Palm Centro this holiday season - but seven - thanks to our friends over at Palm! Be sure to log in for your chances to win! - geeksugar

8 Ecard Sites That Offer Fun Holiday Greetings

GeekSugar — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 13:14:58 -0800

If you're a card-sending procrastinator like me, make things a little easier on yourself by sending your holiday announcements or cards online! There are so many fun and festive ecards nowadays that your recipients will instantly forget that you sent it over the world wide web instead of through the mail. Here are eight of my favorites that make card sending simple and entertaining!

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