For me, iPhoneography is becoming an obsession, so of course, I'd want to load up on apps and tools to help me take better pics. First up, the Wide/Macro Phone Lens ($20) from Photojojo. The lens is easy to install onto any phone — just apply the included metal sticker ring around your phone lens (there are several that fit just about any phone, including those with flash), and your macro lens Read more

We know that looks aren't everything, but man — the new Nikon Coolpix P310 is quite a looker. Coming with a retro-styled bod and a 16MP sensor, it's the pocket cam for professionals, and a great investment for mobile photographers who want a little more power behind their pics. The camera itself comes with a 3-inch LCD screen on the back, improved image stabilization, 19 scene modes, full Read more

For a lot of us, it wouldn't be the holidays without a seasonally inspired cocktail. Thing is, most of these drinks are heavy on fat and sugar — not good if you're trying to stick to a healthy eating plan. Instead of sitting out on the holiday cheer, make one of these diet-friendly, low-calorie holiday cocktails. Each recipe is either a light version of a traditional favorite, or a new recipe Read more

During today's Apple "Let's Talk iPhone" event at the company's Cupertino headquarters, Phil Shiller, Apple's senior vice president of worldwide product marketing, announced some exciting updates for the iPod Nano and iPod touch. The latest iPod Nano offers compact design, multitouch display, volume buttons, integrated clip, internal pedometer, and FM radio. As of today, Apple is currently Read more

With Easter on the horizon and Spring compelling many of us to head outdoors, there are a number of options for DIYing projects that take advantage of the season. This week, take a look at ways to add low-cost garden space, found object lighting, and much more to your homes and outdoor spaces. Read more

Mandy Moore stepped out in sunny LA yesterday to go shopping solo. The Tangled star is gearing up for a live performance Sunday during the Oscars. Mandy will be joined on stage by her costar Zachary Levi to sing "I See the Light," which is a best original song nominee. Gwyneth Paltrow is also scheduled to take the stage for a rendition of her Country Strong hit "Coming Home" — which are you Read more

Mandy Moore had her hair slicked back when she arrived at LA's Bungalow salon yesterday, but she emerged a bit later with a perfectly styled hairdo. The actress has been laying low with her husband Ryan Adams lately since recovering from a bout of food poisoning, and soon she'll make a return to the red carpet at the Oscars. Mandy and her Tangled costar, Zachary Levi, are expected to perform a Read more

Chemicals are fairly prevalent in our homes, but house plants can help! A 1989 study by NASA (get the PDF here) concluded that certain "low-light-requiring houseplants, along with activated carbon plant filters, have demonstrated the potential for improving indoor air quality by removing trace organic pollutants from the air in energy-efficient buildings." The study identified 10 plants that Read more