A Headphone Jack Necklace For All Seasons


Updated 03/08/09 11:21 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 14 comments

Sterling Silver or Gold Necklace Looks Like Headphone Jack

Rest assured, this headphone jack will fit flush into your life, no adapters necessary. The Headphone Jack Necklace ($220) is cast from either sterling silver with rhodium plating or 24-karat gold carat plating and made to look like one of the most ubiquitous audiophile accessories. Can I be straight with you? It's hot. I'd need an excuse to buy it, but seriously, guys. Hot. Read more

Griffin Creates Headphone Adapter for the iPhone


Updated 10/20/07 7:54 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 21 comments

Griffin Creates Headphone Adapter for the iPhone

If you have an iPhone, you were probably just as furious as I was when I realized that my car adapter cord wouldn't fit into my iPhone's headphone jack. Unfortunately the iPhone headphone jack comes conveniently recessed so most standard headphones won't fit into the plug. Thankfully Griffin has just come out with this Headphone Adapter for iPhone so you can use your ordinary headphones with the Read more

Geek We Love: The MPMan With a Plan


Updated 05/23/12 3:18 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Early MP3 Players

The MPMan was short-lived, but the first MP3 player mass-marketed in the US paved the way for the portable media player revolution. Now that we've gotten to know Kane Kramer, who developed the first MP3 player, and Nathan Schulhof, who created a precursor to iPod and iTunes, it's time to take a look at the history surrounding the MPMan. Korean electronics company Saehan created and distributed Read more

New Camera Envy: Canon EOS 5D


Updated 03/02/12 12:55 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

New Canon EOS 5D Mark III Digital SLR Camera Picture

Serious camera enthusiasts have a new toy: the high-end Canon EOS 5D Mark III DSLR Camera. Canon promises strong image quality with the 22.3 MP CMOS full-frame sensor and low-light boosts with a standard ISO adjustable from 100 to 25,600 and extended ISO settings that reach 102,400; never fear a dim lighting situation again. An inclusion in the camera that iPhone 4S users have grown accustomed Read more

Zipbuds Help You Say Sayonara to Tangled Headphone Cords


Updated 01/12/12 9:36 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Zipper Headphone Cords From Zipbuds at CES 2012

Tossing your earbuds in your bag in a rush only results in a headache later. Thankfully these headphones and earbuds from Zipbuds will prevent your cables from ending up like a rat's nest so you can grab, go, and tune in without spending time unraveling. Compatible with your iOS, Android, BlackBerry, and other mobile devices and MP3 players that accept 3.5mm headphone jacks (like, all of Read more

7 Tips For Being the Best Gift Giver


Updated 12/20/11 9:50 AM · Posted by · 6 comments

Gift-Giving Tips

Like most things, all you need to know to be an amazing gift giver can be found in the words of 30 Rock's Jack Donaghy. "Gift giving is the purest expression of friendship," he tells Liz Lemon. "I'm going to think about what I know and like about you and that will lead me to the perfect gift. And you do the same." The problem is we don't always know the people we're buying gifts for as much as Read more

HP Veer 4G Review


Updated 05/28/11 3:53 AM · Posted by · 7 comments

HP Veer 4G Review

This review of the HP Veer 4G comes from our own areitz, who tells us all about the latest webOS device on his blog, Andy's brain OnSugar: If you're in the market for a smartphone that isn't an iPhone, and you don't think that you're ever going to want to listen to music on said phone, the Veer 4G ($100) might be worth a look. However, due to the poor experience with the headphone jack, and high Read more

Urbanears Gets Into the Fall Season With Warm New Colors


Updated 08/22/11 3:02 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Urbanears Headphones Fall Collection

You could say that Urbanears makes more than headphones — they also make some pretty sweet art with their product photos! Urbanears is kicking off the Fall season a little early with its lineup of headphones in new shades. Mustard, raspberry, and indigo make the perfect addition to your warmer Fall wardrobe, and the prices are still right on target — $40-$60 for over-the-ear models while the Read more

Look Fly in Fanny Wang Headphones


Updated 07/26/11 7:36 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 0 comments

Fanny Wang Headphone Review

If you are looking for a sleek headphone set with versatile sound, check out the Fanny Wang On Ear Wang's ($170) edition. These headphones offer a simple sophisticated design and excellent instrumental differentiation. The On Ear Wang's come in white, red, and black hues to suit your tastes and feature a glossy, wave design. You can effortlessly share music with the Integrated Duo Jack (in-line Read more

Michael Kors iPad and iPhone Cases: A Bit Pricey But Beautiful


Updated 07/20/11 12:25 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Michael Kors Designer iPad and iPhone Cases

Take note gadget fashionistas: the Michael Kors collection for Apple ($80 - $130) is here, and it's beautiful. Coming with three designs each for your iPad and iPhone, all six clutches and cases come in soft leather with python, gold, or metallic accents to suit your high-end fashion palette. My favorite has to be the Python iPhone 4 Wallet Clutch ($80), which not only stores your cell in soft Read more