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Wow, Apple is really trying to get on the good side of its customers — first it offers two months free of the buggy Mobile Me and now it will replace your defective MagSafe adapter for free! I've probably had the white insulation go on about two of my magnetic power cords, so I know how expensive it can get to purchase a new one. Once the wires get exposed, it usually renders your power cord Read more
Let's give it up for the unsung hero of your electronics arsenal, the surge protector. Relegated to dark, dusty confines under a desk or behind a home theater, this tangle of cords and outlets actually protects your valuable gear from circuit-busting electricity surges and requires periodic maintenance like any other tech piece. Learn how to keep your electronics running smoothly with these tips. Read more
When you look for tech products for women, you'll most likely find a barrage of pink and lavender gadgets with unimpressive specs. But there are a few times that I'm surprised by a "lady gadget," and the Subjekt Herphones ($25) is one of them. These petite earphones — which are touted as being 40 percent smaller than your average earbud — are made for those with smaller ears, and while Read more
Adele lets her hair down on the cover of Vogue's March Power issue. The singer just won six Grammys at last night's show and performed for the first time since recovering from vocal cord surgery. Adele opened up about the experience of being forced to stop singing for a time, gave insight into her "big personality," and shared her nervousness about hitting the stage at the Grammys. Here's more Read more
Charging stations and docks are fab because they can manage your cable clutter and save you precious outlet space, while keeping multiple gadgets juiced. The downside is regular docks and stations can sometimes get bulky to make room for a hidden power strip and multiple charging cords. Sure, they keep things tidy, but who wants a breadbox sitting in their entryway? For those who want to cut Read more
We're just days away from the iPhone 4S launch, and if you've finally decided to take the plunge and upgrade from your year-old iPhone 4, don't worry — there are ways for you to trade up without having to sell your iPhone online. These outlets are trading iPhone 4s for cash, so start planning accordingly. Apple — Apple is offering up gift cards in exchange for iPhone 4s in working Read more
The Greek war is very much alive and well at CU, and on this week's episode of 90210, Naomi makes a power play for control of the Greek Council. The fighting between her and Holly is just as dirty as ever, getting more personal as the ladies go for the jugular (translation: they get exes involved). Meanwhile, Liam and Annie are battling money troubles, while Dixon's fighting for control of his Read more
Harsh Winter weather may be a thing of the past for many of us, but Spring ushers in the start of "tornado season" in the central US. Of course, your tech may be the last thing on your mind when a twister strikes, but what about when a severe thunder, electrical, or rainstorm hits? The savvy geeks at DriveSavers Data Recovery shared a few tips on how to keep your gadgets safe during extreme Read more
A simple way to make a house organized is to clear the cord clutter. You could pick up the pricey iPhone charging on the floor, but there's any easier solution. The Bluelounge MiniDock ($20) plugs into the USB port of an iPhone or iPod power adapter for a wall-mounted docking station minus the cord tangle. Compatible with even the iPod Nano, so say "hello" to your tidier tech life. Read more
When floor space is a luxury (I'm right there with you, studio and small-home dwellers), a big desk doesn't make sense. And sometimes, even a diminutive desk still takes up too much room. That's why wall-mounted desks are such a smart solution. Not only do they provide a great work surface, they also prevent floor clutter from extraneous furniture from building up. When they're not used, you can Read more
