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What If You Could Get Better Pics on Your Cell?

GeekSugar — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 07:00:22 -0800

I love my BlackBerry Pearl and iPhone. I use them for different things (the BlackBerry for work and the iPhone for play) but I have to admit, neither one of them takes phenomenal photos. The iPhone's camera is definitely superior to the BlackBerry's and the fact that it syncs to iPhoto is fantastic, but I wouldn't let anyone take my head shot with it. I am so intrigued by the idea of telescopic zoom lenses for cell phones because it would allow me to take good pictures from afar and sharpen my Nancy Drew skills. Geek haven Brando sells a telescopic zoom lens ($19) that fits on Motorola phones and offers some serious zoomage. Would you use it?

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A WHO Report Says Cell Phone Use Leads to Brain Tumors

GeekSugar — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:05:10 -0800

Cell phone use causing cancer - certainly not something we haven't heard before and not something that is going away anytime soon. First we learn that the electromagnetic radiation from cell phones doesn't cause cancer and when I asked you if you were worried about your cell phone increasing your risk of getting cancer, most of you said no.

The latest news? Well it doesn't get more legit than the World Health Organization, who have been working on a ten-year investigation called Interphone to see if there were any correlations between prolonged cell phone use and brain tumors. According to CNN the study will be published by the end of the year, and did reveal that those who had cell phones for 10 years or longer had the strongest risk of tumors.

And another recent study in the Journal of Clinical Oncology supports the link between cell phone use and tumors as well. The CNN article states:

Studies that looked at people who had used cell phones 10 years or longer tended to find the strongest risk of tumors. Researchers found that cell phone users had a 10 percent to 30 percent higher risk than people who barely, if ever, used this technology.

They also touch on Bluetooth devices, which aren't as harmful, but could cause tumors if worn on your ear all day. I don't know about you, but whenever I know I'm going to have a long cell phone conversation, I make sure to pop in my ear piece (not a Bluetooth) so that my phone isn't glued to my head for a couple of hours.

What do you think? Would you consider changing your cell phone habits after learning about these findings?

Hugh Jackman Has a Cell Phone Rant - Did You?

GeekSugar — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 05:47:32 -0800

Last weekend I decided to go to the movies alone. Just me, a small bag of popcorn, and a movie I've been dying to see. A movie that was then interrupted by a ringing cell phone. Seriously? I haven't been to a movie in the past year (at least!) that hasn't featured a "Please silence your cell phones" PSA before it starts. I was in honest disbelief that the phone rang so loudly, and grew angrier when the phone's owner didn't attempt to silence it. Thirty seconds after the ringing stopped and as I tried to re-engage in the movie: "Ding!" a voice mail notification. The audience groaned audibly.

The experience reminded me of a TMZ video I'd seen a few months ago. It features the actors Hugh Jackman and Daniel Craig in the middle of a performance of their play, A Steady Rain as the show is interrupted by a ringing phone. Hugh (understandably!) went off on a rant, while somehow keeping his composure enough to remain in character. (You can also check out his rant in the second half of this episode of PopSugar Rush).

Do you have a cell phone rant of your own? We have all been there, and the best thing to do when you have a rant is to share it. Join the Cell Phone Rant group and give me your best, most annoying tales of the rude cell phone users in your world - your story could be featured on GeekSugar. Here's a detailed guide to posting questions or posts to groups if you are new to the PopSugar Community.

Absent Minded? Decorate Your Cell With A Cuff

GeekSugar — Thu, 21 Jun 2007 07:00:09 -0700

If you've lost your cell phone before you're not alone. In fact, an estimated 600,000 cell phones will be reported lost or stolen this year. If that phone ends up in someone else's hands, you open yourself up to identity theft, a massive bill and if you happen to be Lindsay Lohan, some serious gossip.

The Strap Ya won't exactly restrict you from losing your cell because it's too small to actually cuff on to you, but it might serve as a reminder. Or a warning to your fellow cell phone bling fans that you're, well, kinda gansta. As with the best gadgets, this one isn't available in the US, unless you can translate the website.

For additional photos and a guide to sharing your favorite cell phone bling, read more

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I know that this long list looks scary, but trust me, once you get the hang of it, it'll be a snap the second time around.

First of all, join the Cell Phone Bling Group
Click "Create and Share!" on the left hand side
Choose "Blog"
Give your photo a Title
Leave the category as "general"
Change the channel to "technology and gadgets"
Add keyword(s) (for example mine for this photo was "Cell Phone Bling")
Click on the "Add Image" link below the "body" box
A popup window will happen - click on "Browse" to find your image on your computer
Once you have the image chosen, click "Submit"
The popup will show you your image, choose size: "normal" - if you want, you can give it a title (which will show up as a caption)
Click "Insert" and the popup will go away
Your "body" box will now have some text in it. Leave it as is. If you want to add some text before the picture, do it before the code that has appeared.
Click Submit

So join the Cell Phone Bling Group and start posting your great photos! Yours just might end up on the geeksugar homepage!

Partner Let Me Upgrade Ya: Cell Phone Guides and Accessories

GeekSugar — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:31:57 -0700

You may not spend as much time on your cell phone as the trendy types on The Hills or Gossip Girl, but you probably keep your cell on hand at all times for contact, browsing, and simply wasting time. If you're looking to update, makeover, or explore a new use for your favorite gadget, check our handy guides.

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Which Cell Carrier Do You Use?

GeekSugar — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 10:40:29 -0700

Obviously, I use AT&T to power my iPhone. I'm not saying that it's the best network out there (hello, dropped calls!), but it's the one I prefer to stay at in order to enjoy the Apple smartphone. What network would I prefer to be on? Probably Verizon - they really do have the best coverage and largest network on the market.

I recently read a story on Wired that reiterated this fact, and also pointed out that they may be the best network around, but they are at the bottom of the food chain when it comes to top-of-the-line mobile devices. T-Mobile is quickly moving up the ranks with their selection of Android phones, and Sprint is still in the game with the Palm Pre. This made me wonder - which cell carrier do you use?

C'Elegance = Chic Cell Phone Bling Bling

GeekSugar — Thu, 05 Apr 2007 09:01:14 -0700

Icing out your cell phone with personalized charms and gems has long been an artistic and fashionable outlet in Europe and Asia, but has only recently begun to sneak into American culture. Right now my charm affections lie with C'Elegance, a company started by the Cell Phone Bling Group's gold member Suzanne.

Suzanne started the company after a trip to Hong Kong, where she discovered how trendy technology could be. She returned home, started experimenting with making her own charms and quickly teamed up with her daughters to create C'Elegance.

The result are chic, shiny and beautiful charm sets that combine a signature logo charm, Swarovski Crystal and Semi Precious Stones, and personalized charms. All charms are connected to silk cord via a tiny clip, so they can be easily taken off, rotated or worn together.

The line has been featured in Elle Magazine, appeared on Access Hollywood and was even part of the 2005 MTV Video Music Awards.

Prices range from $19 to $250 for jewelry pieces and $2.50 to $12 for charms. Available online at C'Elegance. For a full gallery of charms, read more

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Do you have cool photos of your cell phone bling? Share them with us! You can add your photos to the group by following these instructions:

First of all, join the Cell Phone Bling Group
Click "Create and Share!" on the left hand side
Choose "Blog"
Give your photo a Title
Leave the category as "general"
Change the channel to "technology and gadgets"
Add keyword(s) (for example mine for this photo was "Cell Phone Bling")
Click on the "Add Image" link below the "body" box
A popup window will happen - click on "Browse" to find your image on your computer
Once you have the image chosen, click "Submit"
The popup will show you your image, choose size: "normal" - if you want, you can give it a title (which will show up as a caption)
Click "Insert" and the popup will go away
Your "body" box will now have some text in it. Leave it as is. If you want to add some text before the picture, do it before the code that has appeared.
Click Submit

So join the Cell Phone Bling Group and start posting your great photos! Yours just might end up on the geeksugar homepage!

Could You Give Up and Live Without Your Tech?

GeekSugar — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 09:05:50 -0700

I read a story last week about the small (and shrinking) population of US residents that don't have a cell phone - which included my fellow blogger and friend, Gregory Han, from Unplggd. Although a portion of this group do not have the means to own one, a majority of this population has made a conscious decision to ditch the phone by their own accord. It reminded me of a friend that recently gave up his cell along with his Facebook and Twitter accounts in an attempt to clear his mind and simplify his life.

Although some folks see technology as an extra added complication to an already busy daily grind, I use tech to my advantage, and it actually helps streamline my day. From using my iPhone apps to help me navigate the roads, to using 3G and wireless technology to log in and get work done from anywhere. For me, tech allows me to go more places, and stay in touch with family and friends I wouldn't otherwise talk to on a regular basis. This got me wondering - would you give up and live without your tech on a permanent basis?

Totally Geeky or Geek Chic? Leather Cell Necklace/Strap

GeekSugar — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 07:00:57 -0700

I know I have made fun of David Beckham, Courteney Cox and Joel Madden for using dorky belt clips to hold their BlackBerries, but there are some acceptable ways to carry your cell phone on your person without looking like the geeky copy guy. While I'd prefer them to be slimmer, I can't find anything terribly offensive about these leather cell necklaces from Strapya World. They come in a variety of colors and would free up your hands and pockets of your cell, while keeping it near. Of course, once you get that call you expected you can always slip it into your purse.

Hello Kitty Privacy Sticker For Your Cell Phone

GeekSugar — Fri, 03 Aug 2007 11:00:50 -0700

Worried about Jimmy learning you sent a saucy text about him to Tara? Does your boss walk by your desk and hover over your smartphone? If you answered yes to either of those questions, and you lust after Hello Kitty items, you are in luck. Cell phone charm fans Strapa World are selling a "Hello Kitty Cell Phone Mail Peeping Block Mirror Sticker Sheet" set that will protect your cell screen from curious peeping Toms or Tanyas. The sheets are decorated with your choice of Sanrio characters and cost about $8.

To check out additional sticker pics, read more

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Source: Gizmodo