Geek is chic.
To call yourself a gamer means you don't dabble in the occasional video game, you live it. But getting a tattoo of your favorite video game is a way to "level up" that not even I am ready for. Nintendo seems to hold a special place in the hearts of many gamers, probably because the NES was their entry into a life of all-nighters and tendinitis. It makes sense that if you're gonna immortalize a Read more
I pretty much live my life on the Internet and among technology of all kinds. You can almost always find me online, looking for the newest thing, phrase, or gadget to hit "the 'Net." Hey, it's my job. Hopefully, you've been keeping up, so the answers to this quiz should come pretty easy. Consider this your short-but-sweet midterm exam for recent events in tech and Internet culture. You may pick Read more
I can't say I've ever been on a gamer vacation, even though I'm usually a "geek on vacation" on any trip. Nevertheless, for those of you who are ultimate gamers and need a fun getaway, Travelhacker compiled a list of some of the best cities, expos and conventions that are guaranteed to satisfy any gamer. Here are a few of my faves: Akihabara, Tokyo — The city of lights, electronics and Read more
Having perfect Valentine's Day hair doesn't need to mean spending hours on curling, straightening, or updo making. In fact, the best style for the Day of Love is probably just the one you're most comfortable wearing. Instead of subjecting your hair to an evening of discomfort, why not try a heart-shaped hair clip? You can put them anywhere, they aren't just for Valentine's, and whether you've got Read more
Shopping time is running out, but if you have a gaming fanatic on your list, you actually have plenty of time. Whether they have an Xbox, PS3, or Wii console at home, these gifts can be bought in-store any time. Well, maybe not on Christmas Day, but you get the picture. Read more
Video games may make you happy, but did you know that women who play online games have more sex than those who don't? This, according to new research by the Harris Interactive firm, which also says that online gamers are predominately women (55 percent vs. 45 percent of men) and are more active (inside and outside the boudoir) than non-online gamers. Though the differences are slim, 38 percent Read more
Have plans for Halloween this year? Feel like taking a cruise? This October, the National Academy of Video Game Testers and Reviewers is behind a cruise to the Bermuda triangle for gamers and video game fans. Packages start at just under $700 per person and include five days of cruising, costume contests, video game voting, and more. I don't think I'd rule out a geek-themed vacation. After all, Read more
Game on! Not the sole territory of antisocial teenagers and reclusive 40-year-olds living in their parents' basement, video games have totally gone kiddie, with fun — even educational — options for tots. Whatever your family's gaming console of choice, read on for a fun selection of age-appropriate video games for even the littlest gamers. Read more
You don't need an excuse to spoil a good man, but these tech treats will hit the spot this holiday. Whether your guy is a dad, a gamer geek, or a photo nerd, there's at least one gift on this list that will get plenty of use in 2012 and beyond. Read more
Holiday shopping season is here, and if you're still struggling with gift ideas, Veronica Belmont has you covered. We asked the host of Tekzilla and all around awesome geek, Veronica Belmont, to share with us the items she'd like to find under her tree this year and the gifts she has on her shopping list for her favorite geeks. There's something for everyone — from parents to gamers and tiny Read more
