How Are Your Mobile Manners? Not Good, Says Intel


Updated 02/25/11 12:50 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Biggest Mobile Etiquette Annoyances

Internet etiquette has been a hot topic around these parts for a while, but it seems that the majority of Americans' mobile manners are getting worse. Texting while sexing may be the most heinous mobile etiquette offender, but people are breaking manner rules left and right while out in public as well. A new study by Intel reveals that keeping your phone handy while at the dinner table may not Read more

Do You Talk on the Phone While Grocery Shopping?


Updated 07/19/09 11:09 AM · Posted by partysugar · 31 comments

Do You Talk on the Phone While Grocery Shopping?

For some reason, I can't talk on the phone while I'm at the supermarket. If I'm on the phone, I will walk around aimlessly and not get what I need. How about you? Do You Talk on the Phone While Grocery Shopping? Yes, I can hold a conversation while picking up groceries. No, I prefer to focus on groceries rather than talking on the phone. I don't grocery shop. Other — Read more

A Little Rachael Ray in Your Pocket


Updated 05/25/07 10:34 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 6 comments

A Little Rachael Ray in Your Pocket

I've said it before and I'll say it again, Rachael Ray is everywhere. And now, she's even on your phone. For a "low monthly fee" ($2.99), AT&T subscribers can enjoy Rachael Ray's Recipes on the Run - 40 new recipes each month, complete with personal preparation tips from Rachael. Once a recipe is selected there's a "My Shopping List" feature that allows you to add recipe ingredients Read more

7 Tech Etiquette Rules For Weddings


Updated 04/30/12 2:01 PM · Posted by · 5 comments

Technology and Social Media Sharing Etiquette at Weddings

Smartphones at a wedding, and the ability to instantly capture the memories and share with others, can be both a blessing and a curse. When the emotions are high and the champagne flutes are flowing, err on the side of caution before publicly postings certain photos, which could potentially upset the bride and groom (maybe they want to be the first to share photos of the food on Facebook!). Since Read more

Gwyneth Paltrow Can't Live Without Her Retro Handset


Updated 08/04/11 2:43 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Gwyneth Paltrow's Retro Cellphone Handset

In the latest issue of Elle Decor, Gwyneth Paltrow talks about some of the things she can't live without. Though most of these items are beautiful interior pieces, she does mention one item we've seen other celebrities carrying around NYC: a retro cellphone handset attachment. Though we weren't sure if Lenny Kravitz was carrying one last month for health reasons or to make a fashion statement, Read more

Blake Lively Hits the Pavement Solo Near Ryan Reynolds's Pad


Updated 12/21/11 2:26 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Blake Lively in Cambridge, MA Pictures

Blake Lively was out and about in chilly Cambridge, MA Monday in skinny jeans and a scarf. The actress was alone as she chatted on her cellphone, but has been spending quite a bit of time with her new flame Ryan Reynolds, who has an apartment nearby. The former Green Lantern costars reportedly first began dating in the Fall following her breakup with Leonardo DiCaprio, and Blake even brought her Read more

Tips For Gallery-Worthy Instagram Pics


Updated 12/04/11 11:08 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 1 comment

Instagram Photography Tips

From Oct. 22-23, London's East Gallery hosted the My World Shared photography exhibit, which may not seem unusual, until you learn that this was the first exhibit ever curated to feature only Instagram pics. A community of passionate "Instagrammers" have launched the exhibit and a website that's stocked with info for other Instagram addicts, like city-based groups, photo walks, and tips on how Read more

What Is Carrier IQ?


Updated 12/01/11 11:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

What Is Carrier IQ?

There's been a lot of buzz about Carrier IQ after an Android developer found a hidden smartphone program on several mobile phones that tracks your every move. But you may still be wondering what it is and what you can do about it. Carrier IQ is a preinstalled smartphone program that tracks everything you do on your smartphone — from texts to web browsing, GPS to phone calls — on a plethora of Read more

10 Ways We Could Use Some Tough Love


Updated 11/17/11 7:05 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Tough Love With Steve Ward

Steve Ward is a handsome, strong-willed dude from Philly, who is definitely not your average matchmaker. On his VH1 show Tough Love Miami, Steve takes a no-nonsense approach when it comes to helping women find true love. He sets up a "dating boot camp," designed to break down the women's barriers about love. Steve sets the girls up on dates to see where they need real help and find them the man Read more

8 Travel Budget Traps to Keep an Eye Out For


Updated 03/16/12 4:33 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

How to Avoid Overspending on Trips

If you've diligently researched your deals and saved a bundle on your flight and hotel stay, make sure that you don't end up blowing your travel budget on unnecessary purchases and overpriced goods while you're on your trip. Here are eight travel budget breakers you need to watch out for: Goodies in the hotel: You may get the munchies in the middle of the night, and the items in the hotel minibar Read more