Digital Cameras

6 Geeky Gimmicky Cameras That Are Way More Fun Than Your Canon!

Alex Gambardella on Nov 4, 2009 10:25 AM PST

Whether you're a true studied photographer or simply rely on your iPhone and TwitPic to document your daily adventures, nowadays everyone's got the photo bug in some form or another. But have you noticed that despite the ever-increasing accessibility, portability and quality of cameras with all the latest tech developments, all the newly released digi gadgets have just started to look and function basically the same? Quick and convenient, sure, but borrring! Bring the creativity back to picture-taking and add some variety to those thousands of extended arm self-portraits you have tagged on Facebook with a novelty camera. Print photos instantly on the go with the Fuji Instax Camera (no need to scrounge around for your USB cord!), or create pop art portraits with the Pop Cam from Fred Flare. These novelty cameras aren't exactly a practical replacement for your usual point-and-shoot, but they're a fun addition to anyone who loves living behind the lens! Take a look at the slideshow for the 6 quirkiest cameras on the e-shelves today!

Tags : urban outfitters , superheadz , pop art , polaroid , digital cameras

Hot In The Hive: DigiDudes Portable Tripods

Alex Gambardella on Sep 17, 2009 6:18 AM PDT

Anyone who ever goes out on the town with a gaggle of gal-pals knows that before you leave the house, you need to take a mandatory self-timer group pic. Now, thanks to the DigiDudes Portable Camera Tripods, you don't have to balance your digital camera on random textbooks and appliances to get just the right angle for you, or kick one unlucky lady out of the picture to just take the freakin' photo so you can leave already. Digidudes are small and portable and can be attached to your keys or your camera bag, and simply unscrew to serve as a tripod for your digital camera, camcorder, Flip, or what-have-you for stable picture-taking on the go. They even come in a variety of colors and "characters" -- like Pinky Scorsese, G-Bling-Money-Son, and Snot Buster (um, ew) -- to serve as the perfect portable pal for you and your picture-taking needs!

Price: $24.99 each
Who Found It: xgalexy was the first to add DigiDudes to the Hive.

Tags : tripod , technology , tech , quirky , digital cameras

Hot In The Hive: Kodak Zi8 Pocket Video Camera

Alex Gambardella on Sep 1, 2009 6:23 AM PDT

Look out, Flip! You have some fierce camcorder competition coming your way in the form of the Kodak Zi8 Pocket Video Camera. Similar to the Flip Ultra HD in that it's cute and compact and takes great high-def footage, Kodak's latest Z-series camcorder sets itself apart in being made especially for Facebook addicts, allowing you to upload videos on the go straight to the social network with its Facebook support software. The mini-camera also comes equipped with a 2.5" LCD screen, image stabilization, and an expandable memory slot for recording all your on-the-go antics if the allotted 10 hours doesn't cut it for you! Plus, it's sleek and stylish in three polished colors: black, aqua, and raspberry. Sounds like the perfect addition to feed any unstoppable Facebook addiction!

Price: $179.95
Who Found It: xgalexy was the first to add the Kodak Zi8 Pocket Video Camera to the Hive.

Tags : z series , video camera , video , upload , digital cameras

Tech Savvy Gifts For Grads!

kate napleton on Jun 2, 2009 8:30 AM PDT

When it comes to high school and college grads, tech-savvy gifts are some of the best around. There's so much on the market though, so it's important to figure out what they already have and what would make a good addition to their lives. For instance, college grad moving to a new city? How about the Garmin eTrex Legend GPS to help them find their way around their new home? High school grad was a cross country superstar? I think an iPod shuffle would be a perfect gift to accompany them on their runs in college. If your niece graduated with a degree in environmental science, how about the solar battery charger to help her charge her phone while out on a clean-up site? Check out my slideshow for lots of other tech savvy gifts for grads!

Tags : wii , technology , techie , tech technology , digital cameras

Gadget Gifts For The Geek In Your Life!

Pauline Montupet on Dec 21, 2008 11:19 AM PST

Clueless as to what to get your geeky step brother or your tech-savvy boyfriend? This is probably the best year ever to get them some of the coolest gadgets out there! Get in line now for Amazon's Kindle, a revolutionary wireless reading device that lets you download books directly to the reading device. Get him something cooler to attach to his belt than his iPhone, like a flip video recorder the size of a digital camera to record all those holiday memories. Or get him Polaroid's new portable photo printer that plugs directly into your camera and lets your print pics on the spot (proof to show Aunt May that her holiday sweater does make her look like an Ompa Lompa!) These gadgets are so cool, you might even want one for yourself too! Check out my slideshow for my top gifts for the geeky guy!

Tags : technology , tech , presents , present , digital cameras

Check Out PaulineM's Holiday Wishlist For Stylish Shopping Ideas!

Caitlin McNulty on Dec 21, 2008 5:19 AM PST

If you're at a loss of what to buy your friend, family member, or maybe what you should be putting on your holiday wishlist, be sure to check out Stylehiver and guest blogger PaulineM! Having worked in the fashion industry for years, PaulineM will lead you in the right direction to great fashions from 3.1 Phillip Lim and Alexander Wang. But she doesn't stop there! PaulineM also has some cool, unique picks like this I Am Not A Paper Cup from MoMA that is sure to be a hit as a holiday gift. Check out PaulineM's Holiday Wishlist for more holiday gift-giving inspiration!

Tags : x mas gift , x mas , winter boots , winter boot , digital cameras