There is no doubt smartphones have changed the world. The rise of the smartphone has led to one in five people across the world owning a device, and hundreds of thousands of applications available for us to download. From improving our sporting prowess, to shopping for groceries, we can just about do anything on our…
As the layers of ice and snow begin to melt (for most of us), and the first thoughts of swimsuit season creep into the backs of our minds, a Geek can’t help but wonder how to utilize technology to help reach fitness and weight-loss goals. Over the last few months, I have been exploring ways…
My Singing Monsters is a popular world-building game by Big Blue Bubble, Inc. available online and for Android and iOS. Like Minecraft or Spore, the game play is slow but incredibly addictive. Game Play The basis of play is to achieve an entire orchestra of singing monsters, each contributing a specific sound or rhythm, through…
Where do you go to when sourcing for the latest news happening in the world? Viral news fanatics will probably pick Buzzfeed. People who live for celebrity news will find themselves perusing through Just Jared to see if there’s any mention of their favorite boy groups. What about the latest technology in computers? Geek Insider?…
Even if we like to joke that we don’t, gamers know the difference between real life and video games. Still, it’s a lot more fun cutting your lawn in Zelda than in reality, more fun gardening and feeding your pets in Minecraft, and more fun driving to pick up groceries in GTA:V. And why? Because…
Before you wag the finger at me, let me just remind you that this is only a matter of personal preference. (…And the personal preferences of several companies and publications…) Everyone’s entitled to their own opinion. Capisce? Okay, let’s move on. Last week I wrote a post on overlays for photos which can be found…
In 2013, December was the happiest month for me. You might (or not; I just realized the title gave it away) be wondering if it’s because of the holiday season. While I enjoy receiving Christmas gifts, I have to say that it doesn’t quite beat the exciting news Visual Supply Co (VSCO) just announced. Because…
They’re fun, they’re social and they have been dominating the Japanese iOS store for at least the last few months. They’re ‘Line’ games and you should think about getting into that. IT’S SO CUTE IT WILL MELT YOUR FACE! The Games To Crush Candy Crush? It would be unwise to just declare that the Line…
A lot can go wrong if the perfect night out isn’t “perfectly” planned – and in order for your night to be fantastic, not mentioning thrilling, then you should definitely check out the applications below that I think are great for making sure that everything is OK and going to go smoothly – as well…
The countdown is well underway and nearly complete for Apple’s Announcement Conference today. Today a new range of iPhones and iPads will be unveiled to the world. This is fairly certain. What they may look like, what they can do and what else Apple plans to bring out with a lower-case ‘i’ name is much…
The excitement of a new iPhone is a unique one. Now that mobile phones have become an essential part of everyday life that most people cannot live without (And if people claim they can, they’re either lying or a hermit), switching, upgrading or changing phones in general is a big deal – on a par…
The original Sphero came out in December of 2011. If you haven’t heard of it, then I don’t really blame you. It certainly comes off as one of things that only someone with extra income lying around would pick up. However, thanks to some new upgrades and applications, it is more tempting than ever to…
Doesn’t it bug you when you ask someone if they play video games and they respond with, “Oh yeah, TOTALLY! I play Angry Birds all the time!” No. NO. WRONG. Or is it? If you mention Angry Birds to someone, I’m pretty sure that they would respond saying that they knew what it was rather…
Remember when we had Zombie Friday on Geek Insider? Wouldn’t it be cool if you could pretend prep for the end of the world EVERY day? But, on your phone because tin cans take up space? There’s an app for that. Quite a few apps, but the one I chose came in the form of…
The Cookoo Watch – A Smart Way to Stay Connected The return of the wristwatch is at hand! At least, that’s what Cookoo wants us to believe with its new gadget designed for Bluetooth Smart Ready-enabled devices. And after playing with their “Connected Watch” for the last few days, I’m inclined to agree! A New…