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August 31, 2010
A look at the new Nokia N8 smartphone
We recently got our hands on Nokia's upcoming flagship Symbian^3 device, the Nokia N8, which is due to release at the end of September. A hands-on preview to whet your appetite.
August 30, 2010
To Teacher, with love
Share stories of your favourite, most inspirational teachers with us. Sameera Reddy's beauty, gadget and fitness mantras
Bollywood hottie Sameera Reddy talks about how she stays fit, being disciplined and the one gadget she really wants as a gift. How to bring back the 'zing' in your sex life
The importance of sex in a relationship, especially a few years after marriage, is underrated and most couples have no clue as to just why and when it happens.
August 27, 2010
Driving lessons: She had wine to calm her nerves!
On August 23, we invited you to share their funny driving lesson stories with us. Here is the first response from a reader in London. It's official! Marriage is bad for your sex life
Marriage takes a toll on your sex life, reveals a survey, which found that one-third of married people no longer fancy their partner as much as they did in the early days, with 43 per cent claiming their loved one has let themselves go.
August 26, 2010
Tablet PCs get affordable in India
What's more costs are likely to fall further if the fire catches on and more and more Indians start demanding better and cheaper tablets.
August 25, 2010
Look: Miss India-Canada 2010 crowned
Meet the winner of the Miss India-Canada 2010 pageant, the beauty queen who wants to become a teacher. Will India ride the mobile apps boom?
A peek into the industry that is mobile apps and its future in India. Look: Avatar actress' saucy lingerie campaign
Avatar actress Zoe Saldana is the new model for Calvin Klein underwear.
August 24, 2010
Dual-booting with Windows and Linux? Here's how
How many of you have struggled with your PCs operating system, installing software, or with viruses in your computer? In response to our reader invite to Tech Wizards, Get Ahead reader M N Jayaram narrates how he managed to have Windows and Linux operating systems working on his PC. His story, his struggles.
August 23, 2010
A century of driving lessons and still fumbling!
Got any funny stories to share from when you were learning driving? Tell us about them!
August 20, 2010
CAT 2010: A video guide to cracking RC
The Reading Comprehension section is often considered the area that requires the most concentration particularly in the CBT format. TCYonline present an effective, efficient strategy. 6 'entertainment-packed' phones for India
Sony Ericsson just unveiled six new phones in the Indian market, phones it describes as entertainment-packed. They are: Xperia X8 (previously known as Shakira), the affordable GreenHeart Cedar, the QWERTY messenger Aspen, and three Walkman phones -- Yendo, Spiro, and Zylo. Unfortunately, no pricing details have been revealed yet.
August 18, 2010
Sexual queries: 'I can't control myself'
Andrologist and microsurgeon Dr Sudhakar Krishnamurti responds to rediff readers' sexual queries.
August 17, 2010
Share your Rakhi memories!
Why is this festival special? What does your brother or sister mean to you? Share your memories with us! Gadget watch: Nokia X2, Apple LED, Kindle 3G, more
A sneak peak into 14 gadgets released recently: four in India and the rest worldwide.
August 16, 2010
Blackberry vs PC: How emails work
A look at push mail versus pull mail services, their pros and cons and other mail deliery technologies. Indian wins US cooking reality show
Aarti Sequiera is all set to serve up American cuisine with a healthy dollop of Indian flavour after winning US reality television show The Next Food Network Star.
August 13, 2010
Now, a live fish necklace: Creative or cruel?
A necklace which encases live fish set amidst diamonds and other precious stones has caused animal lovers to raise a stink even as its designer claims he does not intend cruelty and merely wants to raise awareness about extinction of coral reefs.
August 12, 2010
Dostana: Friends broke my heart
Era Singh learned a few facts about friendship the hard way. Top 5 fun Android games of 2010
The Android OS from Google Inc is fast gaining popularity over other platforms like the Apple's iOS4, Nokia's Symbian, Microsoft's Windows and Samsung's Bada. As more and more developers get weaned away to the Android platform because of the versatility it offers, we present five fun must-have Android games for you in 2010.
August 11, 2010
Seven sex myths women fret over
Lots of myths serve to prevent women from enjoying healthy sex. Here, we discuss some of these misconceptions. First look: BlackBerry Torch scrutinised
Some blogs in the United States have already got their hands on the device, which was exclusively launched on AT&T, and all of them have a lot to say about how the phone feels and functions.
August 10, 2010
Make love often: Advice from Andhra police!
Everyone's an expert on relationships lately and apparently, so is the Indian police! Gadget reviews: Macbook Pro, HTC Legend and more
A look at some off the hottest gadgets out there and what they offer.
August 09, 2010
Internet-addicted teens more prone to depression
A recent study has revealed that teenagers who use the Internet pathologically are more likely to develop depression than those who don't. Meet the model who's launching an 'Incredible' bra
Victoria's Secret has a new face for the launch of their biggest bra -- Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. Rakhi: Share special sister-brother memories!
On the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, we invite you to share the special moments you have spent with your siblings right here!
August 06, 2010
First look: Kate Moss, covergirl for the 30th time
Supermodel Kate Moss may be close to hitting the big 40, but still has the pulling power, as she has fronted fashion bible Vogue's cover for the 30th time.
August 05, 2010
Brilliant tips to stop telesales calls
We asked readers to send us tips on how they could avoid being harassed by telemarketers. Here are their brilliant and novel ideas. Look: Top 10 Tablet PCs
Probably, one of the biggest stories of consumer electronics in 2010 may just be the rise of the tablet computers. A sneak-peek at the top 10 of the lot.
August 04, 2010
Breastfeeding should be a law: Gisele Bundchen
The supermodel claims that in addition to being the healthiest option for your baby, it's also the best thing to get you back into shape. Planning to buy a 3D TV? Here's what you must know
It seems that everyone is talking about 3D television these days. Given the recent interest, we thought it would be appropriate to give a brief explanation of the mechanics behind 3D TV.
August 03, 2010
Best killer netbooks of 2010
By the year 2010, netbooks are predicted to be widely used. They are growing ever more convenient, functional, and practical, and in fact, may soon become the mobile device of choice. Here are best six in the market today.
August 02, 2010
Chelsea wore Vera Wang to her wedding -- and you?
When Chelsea Clinton got married on July 31, she wore a breathtaking Vera Wang bridal gown. What did you wear on your special day? Share photos and videos with us! Now, a mobile phone as loud as the vuvuzela!
Amplicom M6000 that comes equipped with a ring-tone that can blare out 100 decibels is ideal for people with hearing loss or the elderly. 5 media players better than the iPod, well almost
The best five of portable media players that give the iPod a run for its money, if not beat it soundly. Aussie chef: I love Indian food
World-renowned Aussie chef Curtis Stone is in town for a taste of India. Here's why.
July 30, 2010
How did you meet your best friend? Tell us!
To celebrate the special bond of friendship this Friendship Day, we invite you to share the story of how you met your best friend. The best stories will be published right here on rediff.com! Why it is ok to leave old friends behind
On the eve of Friendship Day on August 1, a friend broods over his friends that never were meant to be. Apple's latest: iMac, Mac Pro, LCD and more
Apple has launched its all new Mac Pro, iMac, and LED Cinema Display products, thereby completing its lineup refresh of 2010. Are you being physically abused?
No form of abuse should be acceptable in a relationship. Here's what you can do if you are a victim of domestic violence.
July 29, 2010
iPad owners are 'over-achieving selfish elites'
Dubbing iPad owners as 'over-achieving selfish elites,' a new survey has revealed that those who have Apple's 'magical device', are six times more likely to be wealthy, highly educated and sophisticated 30 to 50 year olds who value power and achievement. Gaming: US takes on Russia on Katorga-12
A diabolical Russian experiment using a highly volatile chemical goes kaput creating a rip in the time-space continuum, converting its denizens into time travelling mutants. Are you a technosexual or mouse potato? Find out
Gadget dictionary terms that you all must know. Terms like technosexual, technoruptcy and mouse potato are just a few of them.
July 27, 2010
Images: 14 hot gadgets worth drooling over
A sneak peak into 14 gadgets released recently: six in India and the rest worldwide. Mandira Bedi-Raj Kaushal turn love guru
With 11 years of marital bliss, celebrity couple Mandira Bedi and Raj Kaushal will soon be giving 'Guru Gyan' on perfect relationships to Delhiites.
July 26, 2010
Reader review: The Nokia N85
In response to Get Ahead's invite on Gadgets and Gaming, reader Avinash Venugopal reviews Nokia N85.
July 23, 2010
LG GW550: A 3G-enabled business phone at Rs 12.5K
Whatever the drawbacks of the LG GW550, it is certainly a great buy if an inexpensive full QWERTY device with 3G support is what you want.
July 22, 2010
20 hottest concept mobile phones
Ever wondered what the future of mobile phones would be? Well we do. exHIBIT has made a list of what they think are the coolest concept phones presented in 2010. But do not ask where can you find them and at what price.
July 20, 2010
Sony Experia X10 Mini: Small wonder at Rs 15K
Though Sony Xperia X10 Mini is smaller in size, it is in no ways smaller in might. If its small size and alphanumeric typing does not bother you, go get this phone.
July 19, 2010
10 revolutionary technologies to watch out for
Nothing succeeds like excess and future tech provides you a glimpse of that. Here are 10 emerging technologies that Exhibit.co.in thinks could be manna from heaven.
July 13, 2010
A must-read guide for buying entry-level digicams
The factors that determine if entry level digital cameras are worth the investment or not and if they are good or bad.
July 12, 2010
Excerpt: The true artist is NOT above money
We bring you an excerpt from former TV writer Venita Coelho's book 'Soap', which discusses a career in Indian television and also serves as a handbook for beginners who want to make a career behind the camera.
July 08, 2010
'It doesn't hurt that meditation is now 'cool''
A change has come upon us, says Shwetal Rai, as she witnesses a phenomenon of ancient spritual practices creep silently into the lifestyles of the young and the restless.
July 07, 2010
iPhone 4 review: Pluses far outnumber the minuses
A striking new display in a bold new design. The iPhone4 from Apple is their best yet. Potential reception issues, though, could spoil an almost perfect device. 'I didn't know of a single outspoken gay person'
Debutante author Rahul Mehta tells Abhishek Mande how being gay Indian American has shaped his worldview and contributed to his first book.
July 06, 2010
Celeb marriages: Dhoni's happy ending
After numerous link-ups to glamorous women like Deepika Padukone and Asin, cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni finally tied the knot with Kolkata girl and hotel management student Sakshi Singh Rawat on Sunday. Here's a look at other A-list celebs who opted to marry a commoner instead of chasing after an equally famous partner.
July 03, 2010
Soccer gaming: What Pure Football has to offer
The well-designed campaign in this game is so completely undone by broken gameplay this one isn't even worthy of a bargain bin purchase.
July 02, 2010
Now, an online bookstore for everything gay
Mumbai-based social activist Shobhna S Kumar has launched queer-ink.com India's first online bookstore 'for everything queer'. First look: Posh Spice to design Range Rover SUV
Victoria Beckham to help design Range Rover's special edition SUV Evoque in her capacity as the brand's creative design executive.
July 01, 2010
Why it doesn't make sense to buy the iPad...yet
If you are one of those swayed by the iPad and are itching to get one, our advice to you is simple: wait. Why? Because of these very valid reasons... Making marriage work: How to beat the 3-year itch
Dr Vijay Nagaswami, talks about his new book The Fifty-50 Marriage: A return to intimacy, the problems young couples face a few years into their marriage and shares advice on how spouses can re-connect.
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