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Women And Tech: Parodies And Realities

GeekSugar — Wed, 15 Aug 2007 07:00:19 -0700

Women and technology is always a tender subject. Some women (and men) couldn't give a hoot about the newest downloads or gizmos, but the rest of us - specifically you readers - use technology everyday and have most of the same usage and buying habits as your male peers. We use technology to make our lives easier. We carry Smartphones, MP3 players and handhelds, use widgets, install special plug-ins and buy gadgets that fit into and enhance our digital lifestyles.

The New York Times reminds us that the idea of making gadgets female friendly has evolved a lot more than the average consumer might think in the past few years. More women are taking control of the technology they bring into their homes and lives and using that technology more often. Still, women are easy targets when it comes to parody gadgets and some manufacturers still think sprinkling a little pink on MP3 players and TVs will make women love them. So what's a girl to do?

I've compiled a list of my favorite (and least favorite) tech parodies and bizarre gadgets aimed at women, as well as a few recent articles on women and technology. My question is this: Why are women still easy targets when it comes to technology and do you think the robot that cleans your lady business is funny?

Dontcha Wish Your Cell Phone Was Hot Like Me?

GeekSugar — Thu, 19 Jul 2007 09:10:36 -0700

You gotta admit it: Some gadgets are just hot. I'm talking sleek, sexy and oh so functional. Randi Jayne, who is responsible for the hilarious "Junk in a Box" parody "How To Get A Guy In Silicon Valley," sent over her latest and I think greatest creation to date. "Dontcha Wish Your Cell Phone Was Hot Like Me?" That's right baby, dontcha wish your keypad was button free? Dontcha? Dontcha?

Note: The song is first on this video, which is also filled with some funky and racy geek items. For song lyrics, visit The Dot Comix.

OMG! I Got An iPhone!

GeekSugar — Wed, 27 Jun 2007 04:30:02 -0700

Okay, so I don't have an iPhone yet, but the promise of getting one later this week and the fact that people are already starting to line up at Apple stores got me thinking about the pure, unadulterated joy I felt as a kid when I got a new toy, gadget or tutu. Can iPhone-obsessed adults ever top the infamous kid who got a Nintendo 64 for Christmas? You know, the one who freaked out on home video circa 1996? Well, that kid is all grown up and when I asked my friends how he might react to getting an iPhone, they all jumped at the chance to pay tribute to him. OMG! OMG! OMG! Watch it.

To watch the original Nintendo 64 video or get the code to embed this video on your site, read more

Special thanks to my brilliant actors partysugar and yumjimmy for their enthusiasm and willingness to let their geek flags fly. If you want to embed this video on your site, you can grab the code right here:

Petticoat 5 - The First Computer For Women

GeekSugar — Sat, 16 Dec 2006 11:32:49 -0800

TeamSugar member Liron brought this video to my attention and I figured all you geeky women would have a thing or two to say about it.

The video is actually from an episode of BBC America's Look Around You show, in which the team unveils the world's first computer for women, the Petticoat 5 - with tissue dispenser and emery board space bar - and meet its inventor, played by Belinda Stewart-Wilson. My pick for a computer for women? The MacBook Pro. Still not sure I think this is funny. At all.

The Original and the Windows 7 Launch Party Parody Vid

GeekSugar — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 12:35:56 -0700

With the much anticipated Windows 7 going on sale today, I'm sure you can't wait to have some friends over, pull out some chips and salsa, and throw a Windows 7 launch party - am I right or am I right?! If Microsoft's original video on how to host a Windows 7 launch party was too boring for you, why not check out Funny or Die's hilarious Windows 7 torrenting party parody vid which I happened to catch on Gizmodo? You can watch both below - enjoy!

If the Internet Were a Musical: Web Site Story

GeekSugar — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 13:00:21 -0700

Maybe it's because I am a huge musical dork, but this CollegeHumor parody of the Internet - set to classic West Side Story tunes - has me enthralled. FriendFeed, Twitter, Facebook, Pandora, eHarmony - see how many different websites you can pick up in the songs!

See more funny videos and funny pictures at CollegeHumor.

Prop 8 Opposition Uses Apple's Get a Mac Ad Parody

GeekSugar — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 07:30:16 -0800

Happy Election Day, everybody! If you're a Californian, you're also deciding the fate of gay marriage in this state. There have been a lot of controversial ads, but this is the first geeky one I've seen. This ad's creators, ostensibly opposers of Prop 8, use a parody of Apple's "Get a Mac" campaign, casting the Mac character as the open-minded one who's against banning gay marriage.

See more funny videos at Funny or Die

Do you think the creators were adding additional commentary by making the be-suited PC into the Prop 8 supporter, or was it just the luck of the draw in the satire? Are any PC-loving, Prop 8 opposers offended?

The Mona Leia Takes My Breath Away

GeekSugar — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 09:05:41 -0700

Artist Jim Hance is after my heart. Why else then, would he have painted this geek parody of the famous Mona Lisa - ostensibly titled "Mona Leia"?

If you are a Star Wars fiend and a pop-culture art enthusiast, oh, and if you have an extra $1,225 lying around, it's all yours! If not, just enjoy.

This Week On Geeksugar - Women And Tech: Parodies And Realities

GeekSugar — Sat, 18 Aug 2007 10:00:44 -0700

Women and technology is always a tender subject. Some women (and men) couldn't give a hoot about the newest downloads or gizmos, but the rest of us - specifically you readers - use technology everyday and have most of the same usage and buying habits as your male peers. Women And Tech: Parodies And Realities
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Given the widespread fears of WiFi's potential health risks, the fact that laptops have a tendency to overheat when placed on non-linear surfaces and studies that show hot laptops can cause infertility in men it's paramount that you invest in a laptop stand. Laptop Stands: Protect Your Computer And Your Self
Maybe I didn't get the memo about new cell phone features, but what is with all these celebrities using their BlackBerries as weapons?! First Naomi Now Foxy: Girls Going Wild With Their Cell Phones!
Jerry Seinfeld once told an aspiring comic that he uses a unique calendar system to force himself to write and achieve goals. How To Create Your Own 'Seinfeldian Chain'
If you've watched the previous seasons of the The Hills you know that the ladies love their smartphones and iMacs. We went into last week's two-episode Season 3 premiere wondering if Lauren Conrad would upgrade from her beloved BlackBerry, if any of the gang would be sporting a new iPhone and well, if Spencer and Heidi would really get engaged. 'The Hills' Tech Challenge: Were You Paying Attention?

Revolutionary New iPhone App Makes Phone Calls!

GeekSugar — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:25:43 -0700

Oh yes, friends, you'll never believe what the new iPhone 3GS can do: phone calls. Fasten your seat belts and try to wrap your head around the amazing development of iCall.