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Daily Tech: Sony Introduces the L, X, and CW Series Vaios

GeekSugar — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 13:00:28 -0700

The sleek and slim new Sony Vaios are here, priced from $800 to $1300 - CrunchGear
That pretty white BlackBerry Bold we always see Kate Hudson using will soon be hitting shelves - Gizmodo
Here's how you can share files between a Mac and PC - Unplggd
These affordable and fun games are guaranteed to keep you entertained on your iPhone - Green Pixels
There's a pretty good chance Rock Band will be coming to the iPhone - Joystiq
It's giveaway and game time on GeekSugar! Be sure to log in and play our Best Video Game Ever bracket! - GeekSugar

Laptop Screens: Do You Like Matte or Glossy?

GeekSugar — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 03:50:27 -0700

There was quite a moan when Apple introduced its new MacBook Pros last October - not over the lack of Blu-ray support or the price, but over the screen: new MBPs were presented with the glossy screen.

The missing alternative was the matte screen, which also happens to be antiglare, which the glossy glass LCD screen is not. For those who missed the matte, your agony is over, since Apple has added it back as an option for some of the Pros, depending on the size (albeit for an extra $50).

Whether you like matte or glossy usually comes down to what you're doing with your computer, and aesthetics - while I prefer the slick look of the glass (even the controversial corner-to-corner design), the matte screen does seem to be easier on the eyes.

What do you prefer?

Twilight Apple, Meet the Mac Apple

GeekSugar — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 01:45:26 -0700

These days, adult Twilight obsessions are accepted (especially on geek) - seriously, pretty much everyone at Sugar HQ has given in and gotten hooked at some point. And if there's another thing I'm into, it's dressing up my laptop, so this Twilight Laptop Decal ($20) that has the apple cut out for the Mac Apple is seriously rad.

There's only one available, so I'll be surprised if it's still up for grabs by the time you see this post - although the seller says it could be available for you again. I hope the same is true for Robert Pattinson.

PC Devotee? Make Fun of Your Apple Buddies With These

GeekSugar — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 09:04:11 -0700

Maybe you thought the PC-bashing products on Friday were a little harsh. Well, ridicule is a two-way street, and of course there are products that also bash Apple.

Naturally, someone somewhere made one of those Calvin-peeing-on-Apple decals - but for something a bit more palatable, check out these funny goods, many of which have to do with the spinning ball of death (the closest Mac equivalent of the PC blue screen of death), like this button ($1).

So, by popular request: Mac-dissing products!

iPoop Baby Onesie $27	Spinning Ball of Death Shirt $20
Witty Retort Sticker $1.50	I'm a PC T-shirt $25	Not a Mac Addict Button $1

Geek Tip: Open Mac Applications at Login

GeekSugar — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 07:33:15 -0700

Most people open the same few applications every time they turn on their computers. Even though I go through a wide battery of apps during a typical workday, I generally always launch Firefox, Entourage, and iChat immediately.

If you're a fellow Mac user, there's an ultra-simple way to launch your most used applications at login.

All you need to do is click into Accounts in System Preferences, and then click into Login Items. Use the plus and minus buttons to select and deselect the applications that you want to automatically launch.

Need to see it? Watch Apple's video of how to do it.

Apple For Apples: Fruity and Fitting Apple Gadget Cases

GeekSugar — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 10:01:04 -0700

Looking for a subtle and sweet way to showcase your Apple love without having to pin a colorful logo on your shirt or sleeve? Double or triple your dose of apples each day by covering your iPod, iPhone, or laptop with a fresh and fruity printed case or tote.

This Little Apple Sunshine Pouch ($8) wasn't designed specifically for gizmos, but it would make a fetching combined iPod, iPhone, and lip gloss pouch. Check out some additional apple-inspired totes, cases and carriers in the widget below!

Megan Fox Draws Cartoons on Her Mac

GeekSugar — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 03:40:08 -0700

It's a no-brainer that Transformers star Megan Fox puts the fox back in foxy, but who knew that she was such a geek? On Friday night during Jimmy Kimmel Live!, the actress admitted that she always wanted to be a comic book artist and that she still loves sketching up cartoons on her Mac. So let me get this straight - Megan Fox has a tendency to be irresponsible and immature, is the proud owner of either an iMac or MacBook, and she is an iPhone user?! I think she needs her own reality show so we can peel off some more juicy layers!

To see the cartoon she made for Jimmy, just read more.

Use This Shirt to Declare That You're a Mac Daddy (or Mommy)

GeekSugar — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 07:33:49 -0700

Have you been a Mac lover since the days of the Apple IIe, tapping out Oregon Trail with your chubby little fingers?

Then rock this Mac Daddy T-Shirt ($26) from Fred Flare - the soft blue tee flaunts a vintage Apple computer and will assure everyone who can see your shirt that yes, there was a day that you didn't right click.

This may say it's a men's tee and use the word "daddy," but shoot, I'm ordering a small and calling it a day.

Mac vs. PC Battle: It's Not Bragging If You Can Back It Up

GeekSugar — Mon, 18 May 2009 13:20:13 -0700

There are some fights that live on throughout the ages: Ali vs. Frazier. McDonald's vs. Burger King. Queen Elizabeth I vs. Mary, Queen of Scots. And, of course, Mac vs. PC. Whether you're a loyalist or a convert you gotta pick a team. Time for you to weigh in, put on the boxing gloves, and test out your operating system!

Who Rocks Mac and Who Rocks PC?	Who Swings Mac and Who Swings PC?	Who's a Mac and Who's a PC? Gossip Girl Edition
Have You Ever Been Mac or PC Curious?	PC Vs. Mac: Waging War From the Get Go	Who Wins: Microsoft's Seinfeld Ads or Apple's Mac vs. PC Ads?

PC vs. Mac Women: Who Rocks Mac and Who Rocks PC?

GeekSugar — Thu, 14 May 2009 07:33:42 -0700

I'm a Mac, but mommy taught me it takes all shapes, sizes and kinds to make the world. And so, I welcome the operating system variety in the marketplace and gawk at all the different models on TV and movie sets. I've already challenged you to guessing which way some of our favorite male characters swing, so now it's time to test your knowledge of the type of machinery our beloved geek girls rock. Have you been paying attention to the tech on TV or looking at your laptop instead? Take my quiz and find out!

Question 1 of 13

Does The Office's Pam Beesly rock a PC or Mac?