Whenever we invent time-saving devices we find a way to make them take up time. The computer was supposed to make us more productive, and yet we're all still working long hours and staring at download status bars slowly installing updates. But if you bring a little slow life to your work life, … [Read more...]
Five alternative social networks
Hanging out on Facebook, Twitter and Last.fm has its place (usually the workplace), but just as we all have different friendship groups for different real world activities, social networks serve different purposes online. If you want to get away from the mainstream and go somewhere where … [Read more...]
It’s Geek Pride Day!
Today is Geek Pride Day -- something I wasn't aware of until IWOOT's latest newsletter popped up in my inbox. Never heard of it before? According to Wikipedia, it's: an initiative which claims the right of every person to be a nerd or a geek. It has been celebrated on May 25 since 2006, … [Read more...]
Get your iPhone and get off the couch
There are hundreds of iPhone apps out there for measuring fitness, calories, workouts and runs: the problem is, where to start? Joely Black takes a look at the very best iPhone and Android apps to help you exercise and get fit. All the apps are available from the iPhone app store. Check for Android … [Read more...]
How to become a supreme being
Are you a supreme being? If you had Mary Poppins's measuring tape, what would it say about you? Much as I'd like to think I was practically perfect in every way, I suspect mine would probably just read "could do better". And yet I persist in attempts at personality makeovers. I'm always on the … [Read more...]
How to green your website
The aviation industry gets a bit of a bum rap when it comes to energy consumption. OK, it's hardly the poster child for energy efficiency, but there are other industries out there guzzling power without a care in the world. The tech industry for example. Now, it's not gone unnoticed that web … [Read more...]
The best apps on Chrome’s Web Store
Oh Firefox. I've loved you for so long. Your reliable add-ons and stylish customised browser layout have kept me loyal for a long time. But I have something to confess... I've been cheating on you. With Google Chrome. I'm afraid Chrome's sexy new Web Store has seduced me. And it gets worse. I've … [Read more...]
What do the Dork Adore writers want this Christmas?
Want to know what the Dorks want in their stocking this Christmas? Here's a round up of what we're hoping Santa brings us this weekend. Check out our wish list -- which seems to consist mainly of TV boxsets and geek gear. … [Read more...]
Miss Win It: prizes money can’t buy
Winning stuff is brilliant. Especially when it's stuff you usually can't afford, or simply isn't available to buy. Which is why we really like the idea behind Miss Win It. Miss Win It is a website that gives you chances to win amazing prizes that you can't find on the high street. Deals … [Read more...]
Streaming Services Round-Up – The Best In Free TV
Ever since DVD drives overtook CD drives and students began downloading Buffy illegally, people having using their computers to watch TV and movies. And the rise of legal online streaming sites has only pushed us further from our sofas. Me writing about streaming services as if you don’t know … [Read more...]
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