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August 14, 2008

Netflix App on iPhone? That's it. I'm Getting One.

I'm literally going to the Apple store in about 5 minutes to get the new iPhone 3G. As if using Twitter, AIM, Facebook, and all over amazing apps wasn't enough, you can manage your Netflix account from it, too?!?! This is just too good to be true.

Dashbuster is a free app that allows you to manage your Netflix or Blockbuster queue from your iPhone. Right now, it doesn't have the functionality to add new movies, but according to this update, it probably will in the future.

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I'm stoked to be able to move my queue around at any given time!!

via geeksugar

August 20, 2008

The World's Ugliest Laptop Bags

Now HERE'S a list worth writing about. There is quite obviously a wide variety of laptop bags to choose from these days, and although designers and manufacturers are finally getting a clue about what looks good and what is just plain tacky, there are still a plethora of hideous bags out there.

Today I'm here to share with you the creme de la creme of laptop bags that are less-than-beautiful (and that's being nice).

First up, we have the always trendy yet 99% of the time disappointing Juicy Couture. It wouldn't be Juicy if it weren't made of velour and completely plastered with their logo, so that is to be expected. Its looks are an obvious reason for inclusion on this list. Another reason to turn your nose up at this one is the price tag - $95. Really? It looks like it might be worth the change in the bottom of my purse.


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Next, the Urban Swirl Laptop Bag. I think I just popped a blood vessel in my eye from looking at this. It's a psychedelic mess and that's all I have to say about that. Oh wait - I have something else to say. The "handle"... is this a lunch pail circa 1930? Ok, now I'm really done.

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Leather patchwork is never a good idea, especially when the colors chosen are reminiscent of something my grandmother would make a quilt out of. Combine that with the super-thin straps and Latico's laptop bag is a fool's paradise, all for the price of $121.

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We've already made it clear that leather patchwork = bad idea, and the colors aren't as ugly (however, do not be fooled my friends - beige is definitely NOT in this season), but the price tag of the Car Seat Laptop Bag is twice as silly - $264. NEXT!

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Dear God, shield your eyes! This water-color-gone-bad travesty is the Anuschka Laptop Organizer. Not only does it cost you $400, but it's now cost me my lunch. Ick.

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Well, I hope I have satisfied your need for a good laugh this evening. I've certainly had my fill of ugliness to last me through Labor Day. To vote for the ugliest of the bunch, head over to GeekSugar.


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