The Stresses of Smartphones


Updated 01/15/12 12:30 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Smartphones Are Causing Stress

A smartphone is supposed to keep you connected with the world at your fingertips, but is it just stressing you out? A new study from the University of Worcester suggests staying connected is stress-inducing for those that feel they can never sign off. Study volunteers admit their constant checking, rechecking, and triple checking for new notifications has them experiencing phantom vibrations, Read more

Plugged-In: Stylish Tech Accessories


Updated 06/29/11 3:40 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Stylish Tech Accessories 2011-06-29 03:35:40

If you've been bitten by the technology bug, like most of us here at Fab, then check out our top stylish tech accessories roundup. Think colorful abstract print laptop bags from Diane von Furstenberg, cool Andy Warhol iPhone cases, and even a decadent leopard print iPad cover from Dolce & Gabbana. There's something for every personality — just click the slideshow to see our handpicked Read more

5 Simply Fun Apps For Kids This Summer


Updated 05/28/12 5:55 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Summer Apps For Kids

School may not be out quite yet, but the kids are already thinking about Summer! While there are plenty of educational apps out there to keep lil ones from escaping the Summer brain drain, sometimes they just need some time to relax. With that in mind, consider downloading some of these kid-friendly apps — they may not reinforce multiplication tables, but they'll certainly add some fun to their Read more

Plan Summer Itineraries With a Time Traveler


Updated 05/28/12 7:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Travel Itinerary Phone Apps

Ready for Summer travels is the recently released Yahoo! TimeTraveler, a free app that offers guided tours in 29 different cities, including London, New York, San Francisco, and Paris, among others. I tried out the app on cities I have lived in (Amsterdam, San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York City, and Dallas), so I feel like I have a firm idea of major landmarks every tourist should hit. The app Read more

3 Ways to Use Facebook's New Camera App


Updated 05/24/12 12:02 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Use Facebook Camera App

The truth is about 96.5 percent of our Facebook experience is spent scrolling through pictures of last weekend's camping trip and Friday's happy hour. Now you can ditch the status updates and cut straight to the photos with the new Facebook iOS Camera app. Introduced today, it's billed as the photo-sharing hub for Facebook users. Separate from the standard iPhone app, we've broken down how to use Read more

Band-Aid Magic Vision: Ga Ga or Gag?


Updated 05/24/12 11:06 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Muppet Band-Aid App For Kids

Like most tots, my lil ones have a bit of an obsession with bandages — one slight scrape and they're begging me to fix it up. Some of that is probably the fun characters they get to place on the boo-boo, but I have a feeling more of it has to do with the attention they receive. Imagine how they would react if it was none other than Kermit the Frog, Gonzo, or Miss Piggy calming them down? Read more

FabSugar Diary: Our Week in Pictures


Updated 05/25/12 11:35 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 0 comments

Instagram Fashion Pictures May 21 to 25, 2012

No need for an iPhone — we're sharing our favorite Instagram snaps right here to offer a behind-the-scenes glimpse of our week. From a sneak peek at the Agyness Deyn for Dr. Martens collection to a tour of the famous footwear brand's factory, we had a busy week of British adventures. At Gap, we had color-coordinating tees and cocktails, plus a look at the coolest shades for sale. Click on for Read more

163 Really Awesome Draw Something Pictures


Updated 05/27/12 9:09 AM · Posted by · 6 comments

Best Draw Something Pictures

Not since Etch-a-Sketch and Pictionary has doodling enjoyed such a fine moment. If you've never laid a finger on Draw Something, a warning: this social mobile drawing game can be highly addictive. Although the popularity of the drawing game has declined in the recent weeks, the caliber of artwork certainly has not. It never fails to amaze me the kind of drawings that players can create with just Read more

FitSugar Instagram Challenge: Show Us What's in Your Gym Bag


Updated 05/23/12 7:50 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Instagram Gym Bag Picture Challenge

We're loving all the fit-related photos we see on the daily via the FitSugar Instagram account; now we're challenging you to show us what's in your gym bag! Grab your iPhone or Android, snap the contents of all the cool fitness gear stashed in your bag, and upload the pic to Instagram. Make sure to caption your photo with the hashtag #FitSugar; we'll grab our favorite shots from the upcoming week Read more

Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Novogratzes' New Family Collection For CB2


Updated 05/25/12 8:42 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

The Novogratz Family Rug For CB2

They've been called "the coolest family in the world," but for Bob and Cortney Novogratz, just being family is enough. The stars of HGTV's Home by Novogratz and mom and dad to seven kids ranging from 3 to 15 have made family their mantra and are now putting it on their designs. The founders of Sixx Design have partnered up with CB2 for a line of products, aptly named FAMILY, that reflect their Read more