Rotary Phones — the Latest in Photo Booth Technology


Updated 04/25/12 7:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Rotary Telephone as Photo Booth

In the days of cell phones and video chat, there's not much of a reason to keep a rotary telephone around other than its vintage good looks. A new project called the Rotobooth is repurposing those antique devices of yore in a way that is so 2012: a text message-sending photo booth. Rotobooth users dial their mobile numbers the old-school way with long winds around the rotary phone located below Read more

50 Geeky Date Ideas For Valentine's Day (and Beyond)


Updated 02/12/12 5:56 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 1 comment

Geeky Valentine's Day Date Ideas

Coming up short for Valentine's Day date ideas? If you and your sweetheart are more of the geeky persuasion, simply hitting up an overpriced restaurant just won't cut it. We brainstormed 50 date ideas that incorporate science, tech, and video games, for a special Valentine's eve. But don't limit yourself — tackle these date ideas all year! Bundle up, pack a dinner picnic, and head to the Read more

Lose Weight and Get Fit With Your Phone


Updated 01/19/12 8:19 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

Weight Loss and Fitness Apps

We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Health.com here on our site. A sleeker, stronger body could be just a tweet or a Facebook post away By Jamie Beckman One of the best tools for peeling off pounds is already in your bag: It's your smartphone or iPad. In fact, all that texting, tweeting, and posting — the average woman spends more than 80 minutes a day on her phone, Read more

10 Really Surprising Things That Hurt Your Credit Score


Updated 01/25/12 11:49 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Things That Hurt Your Credit Score

We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! Most people know the typical credit no-nos: Don't make a late payment. Don't allow an account to go into collections. Avoid tax liens, bankruptcies and foreclosures. And of course, paying off credit card debt should be one of your top financial priorities. (To find out your other top financial priorities, use this simple Read more

Travel Tips For the Upcoming Holiday Weekend


Updated 12/19/11 4:50 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Christmas Travel Tips

Traveling this holiday? Christmas Eve falls on a Saturday this year, which makes one big mess at the airport. If you can't take a car or a train, be sure to check out these packing and travel tips to make your life easier while booking flights, getting through security checkpoints, and beyond. Booking Flights TripIt — Once signed up for the free service, forward travel confirmation emails Read more

iGadgets Top American Kids' Holiday Wish Lists


Updated 11/23/11 11:50 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

What Presents Kids Want in 2011

Searching the web for the best gift ideas for the youngest recipients on your holiday shopping lists? Look no further than one brand — Apple. Turns out children's tastes don't vary much from the design-conscious adults in their lives when it comes to the perfect present, according to a survey by Nielsen that polled kids ages 6 to 12. Nearly half, 44 percent, to be precise, of all children Read more

Best Black Friday Deals Roundup


Updated 11/23/11 11:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Best Black Friday Deals 2011

It's hard to believe that we're halfway through November already, but it's true. Not only is it time to start thinking about your guest list for Thanksgiving dinner, but also your Black Friday shopping list. Get a head start on your planning by checking out these Black Friday ads that are already posted online for your browsing pleasure. Amazon Motorola phones will be on sale for just a penny. Read more

Banks Are Still Sneaking Up Fees on Customers


Updated 11/15/11 3:07 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

New Fees That Banks Are Charging

Although Bank of America and other banks have agreed to not charge customers monthly debit usage fees, you shouldn't get too comfortable. Apparently, these financial establishments are still trying to earn profit without customers catching on. Here are some of the examples reported by The New York Times: Lost BofA debit card requires $5 replacement fee and a $20 rush delivery fee. BofA MyAccess Read more

6 Websites and Apps For Painless Holiday Travels


Updated 11/15/11 2:01 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Travel Websites and Apps For the Holidays

If preparing for holiday travel season makes your heart race just at the thought of busy terminals and crowded roadways, take comfort in bits of tech salvation by bookmarking these sites and apps to help prepare for the coming craziness while preserving your sanity. TripIt — Once signed up for the free service, forward travel confirmation emails to TripIt, which will automatically create a Read more

Download of the Day: TripIt Travel Planning


Updated 11/02/11 12:35 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

TripIt Travel Planning App

Rather than printing hotel directions and frantically searching for a confirmation number at check-in, simplify travel planning and sign up for a TripIt account. This website and mobile app pulls all travel plans into one easy-to-use itinerary. Forward the confirmation emails from any travel website to your TripIt account, and the service will automatically create one trip itinerary to access on Read more