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Newest Bargain Tech Purchased: Wired Cell Headset

Testing out the new motorola headsetSometimes wired is better. I NEVER thought I would find myself saying that, but after testing out a Jawbone headset for a while, I realized that I was truly better off with a wired version of a cell phone headset.

Reasons Why I Went Wired:

-       People know you’re talking on the Phone (So it’s less Awkward)

-       If you lose it, you won’t cry (they are much less expensive)

-       No battery issues (It’s plugged into your phone)

-       More color options

-       Work as Headphones when not talking on the phone

-       You usually have to carry your phone with you anyway

-       People don’t say “ARE YOU ON A HEADSET?” as much

-       No one wants to be caught dead with a wireless headset anyway

After some searching on the Amazon store, I stumbled across this Motorola wired headset to give this whole “wired” thing another shot. For an inexpensive $12, I went with the pink version.

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How to Make The First Move – 2.0

How to Make the First Move

Making the First Move does require thought....

Couldn’t agree more.

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Justin Bieber the Twitter Bird?

If you're looking for a change… or at least a fun take on the signature blue twitter bird… check out these truly creative renditions.
 
Want more than bieber and wildthings? Visit Apelad's flickr.
 

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When Technical Turns Green: Flying 101

Kulula airlines has the whole "technical design turned fun" thing right with this plane design, titled "Flying 101."
 
Highlights:
 
The planes are covered with some hilarious details about the plane, such as the captain’s window — the big cheese, the fuel tanks (the go-go juice), to the loo (or mile-high club initiation chamber), and the black box (which is actually orange).
 
Hope you enjoyed these as much as I did.
 

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Facebook Places Logo: A 4 in a Square?

With all the buzz around Facebook's "Places" feature, I did NOT want to write a post about it.
 
But, since this is not a post, and instead a funny hidden aspect to the Facebook Places graphic, I found it appropriate.
 
note: Anyone else find it funny that there is clearly a "4" in square for the logo?
 

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LCDs Everywhere: Even A Ring Box?

We're putting a screen on everything. Don't believe me? Check out this ring box that will only set you back about $100 at Amazon.
 
There are two options… a ring box with a voice recorder/microphone and one with the ability to display photos/video.
 
Could be good for long distance proposals?
 
DETAILS – Photo/Video Ring Box:
When the box is opened, it will display the full colour 2.0 inch screen with music – and you can choose to display movies or photos on the 2" screen.

- LCD Size : Colour TFT 2.0" LCD
- Control : 3 buttons bottom of the product
– Battery : USB Chargeable
- Life time : 1 to 2 hours
- Format : Movie-3GP (Convert program included), Photo-JPG
- Memory : 128MB
- Dimension : 63mm X 63mm X 64mm

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Your MacBook Charger is a Fire Hazard.

Stop winding your cord the wrong way with this helpful tip from Tested.

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Why Twitter Needs a Movie Too

When I watched this trailer for the “twitter movie” I almost fell off my chair in my cube.

Hope you have a similar response.

and now for the social network trailer..

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WIN @Coach Loot and Help #Techyness Too

OK, so you’re probably wondering what the flowers are doing over there on the left?
 
So, It’s actually something pretty cool that could really help both YOU and ME win free stuff from coach.
 
YOU: Visit Techyness.com and watch the flowers bloom on the left. When a purse shows up, click it. You could WIN IT!
 
YOU: Tweet with the hashtags #techyness and #coachpoppy  (together) – this will help to increase the flowers on the left sidebar and will be good for everyone.
SAMPLE TWEET…. Grow, Poppy! Grow! #CoachPoppy http://coach.com/poppyproject #techyness

EVERYONE: “Like” the Poppy Project on Facebook (click LIKE on the widget to left). Try secret keywords. Be creative! The more we share about the Poppy Project, the more it grows, the more prizes YOU get!

AND READERS… If I win, I promise to video the shopping spree and post it here and on youtube :)

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Evolution of Geek (Or Lack Thereof)

 

The Evolution of Steve Jobs

See any changes?

We all have a signature style in some way or another.

Maybe you’re like Steve Jobs and the only thing that really varies is the amount of hair you have.  Or maybe you have your own signature geek style.

If not, here are a few ideas/inspiration to capture your own geek style:

1) Laptop/Gadget Etching: Let your artsy and geeky side emerge with custom etching on your isomething. My laptop has angel wings, but if you want your own, check out Make Mag.

2) Custom Laptop Sleeve or Phone Case from Etsy: Submit a design summary with photos of what you’re looking for and watch the ideas (and estimates) flow in. Or buy a cool pre-made option from one of the crafty sellers :)

3) A Cool USB Drive: When it comes to sharing files, where you choose to store your files speaks volumes about you and your geek style. A friend of mine even has a pair of CK sunglasses with a usb drive ($180)

// image via Geek Hideout

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