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October 29, 2010
Hands-on learning camp on robotics for kids
ThinkLABS Technosolutions announces Robocamp, a hands-on learning camp based on robotics and virtual robotics for schoolchildren in Mumbai. Michelle Obama's Indian shopping list!
Mrs O, if you're listening, we've saved you the trouble of compiling a shopping list. Here's what you simply have to take home with you when you visit our lovely country!
October 28, 2010
A beginner's guide to Gaming PCs
For all the gaming enthuiasts out there, Get Ahead reader K Sampanna gives you the lowdown on Gaming PCs.
October 27, 2010
It's your brain that falls in love, not your heart
Given your heart to someone? Check it out, you might have surrendered your brain too, scientists say. Hooked on Move games? 5 titles to watch out for!
The next few months have quite a few Move titles coming our way and we've zeroed in on five of the most interesting ones.
October 26, 2010
Recipes for a delicious Diwali? Share them!
We want your favourite festive recipes -- simply fill up the form and we'll publish them right here! Why some women make excuses not to have sex
Some women claim to have a headache, while others pretend they are too tired. But now, experts have a scientific explanation as to why such women give their husbands excuses for not wanting to have sex.
October 25, 2010
Does reading about celebs impact your health?
Is there an upside to media coverage of celebrities' private lives? A new study suggests that it has a positive impact on readers' health.
October 22, 2010
Apple unveils Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, new MacBook Air
A lot happened at Apple's Back to the Mac event recently, from a new MacBook Air duo to the unveiling of Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, with the Mac App Store and iLife somwhere in between.
October 21, 2010
Men find women in red more desirable, says study
Women in red seem more attractive to men, according to a new study from University of Rochester. Reader review: Sony Ericsson J105 Naite smartphone
Get Ahead reader from Chandigarh, , sent us this in-depth review of the Sony Ericsson J105 Naite GreenHeart. 'I got my first romantic gift on Karva Chauth'
Yesterday, we invited readers to share stories of their most unforgettable Karva Chauth with us. Here is the first response, from Nupur Yeshwanth Raj of Bangalore. 50% of readers spend more than 25K on a cellphone!
Last month, we invited readers to participate in our Mobile Phone Habits Poll, to establish what kind of cell phone users they are. After running the questions for a period of time, we now have the results for you and they're rather interesting!
October 20, 2010
A Karva Chauth I'll never forget
Tell us your Karva Chauth story -- good, bad, funny or disastrous, we want to hear them all.
October 19, 2010
Tech-savvy kids losing out on life's smaller joys?
Even as we cope with the reality of fast-paced technology, we need to pass on a few smiling moments from our past to our kids, feels Veenu Puri Vermani. Best QWERTY mobile phones to suit your pocket!
A look at the features and prices of top 10 budget QWERTY phones for this festive season.
October 18, 2010
Buying LED TV this festive season? Read this
explains how some companies are promoting LED backlight TVs as LED TVs.
October 14, 2010
The Chilean miners won a life battle: Have you?
The most critical situation of their lives involved nearly ten weeks half-a-mile below the surface of the earth, not knowing if they'd ever make it out alive. What was yours?
October 13, 2010
1 in 6 hide secret bank account from partner!
Do you keep your partner in the dark about your money? One in six people own a secret bank account that they hide from their partner, according to a new study. Reader reviews: Nokia C3, Apple iPad and HTC HD2
Get Ahead readers Vishal and Saurabh review Nokia C3, HTC HD2 and iPad. Both are self-avowed gadget geeks.
October 12, 2010
Western classical music festival in Mumbai
The Mehli Mehta Music Foundation presents a unique festival of outstanding artists celebrating the birth centenaries of Frederic Chopin and Robert Schumann.
October 11, 2010
Why you shouldn't shrug off premarital counselling
You may be in love, but pre-marital counselling may still go a long way in helping you dscover whether you're ready to take the plunge. 10 futuristic laptop designs to watch out for!
revolutionary concept laptops that can change the way we look at computing, design and aesthetics. Sallu gets B-Town's biggest divas on the ramp!
The bad boy of Bollywood pulled out all the stops for his 'Being Human' fashion show on Day Three of the HDIL India Couture Week by getting Kareena, Karishma, Priyanka, Katrina, Rani, Preity, Sushmita and Bipasha to catwalk.
October 08, 2010
Big B, SRK, Hrithik rock the ramp
Three generations of superstars came together for Karan Johar and Varun Bahl's showing at HDIL India Couture Week.
October 07, 2010
9 hot gadgets: iPhone 4, Nokia X2, Lenovo, more
Here are 9 hot gadgets worth drooling over: Apple iPhone 4G, Nokia X2, Asus U43Jc Bamboo Collection notebook, Lenovo Y-series notebooks, Apple 27-inch LED Display, Fujifilm Finepix S1800, Toshiba Portege T210, Samsung Floor Standing ACs and Moser Baer MP565-2G MP3 player. Enjoy! First Look: Aishwarya Rai on the ramp after 15 yrs
The stunning Bachchan bahu walked for designer Manish Malhotra at the HDIL India Couture Week.
October 06, 2010
Reader review: Why I went for Samsung Wave S8500
Get Ahead reader has contributed this review of Samsung Wave S8500 in response to our reader invite. Official: Women use their gender like a weapon!
Scientists have proven that women frequently use their sex as a get-out clause for everything from crying to their failure to take the bins out! Dell's Streak tablet-phone in India; Priced at 35K
Dell has launched the 5-inch Dell Streak, a tablet-cum-phone at Rs 35,000, which will become one of the biggest phones in the country.
October 05, 2010
Men tend to overrate their own sexual prowess!
This probably comes as no surprise to all the women out there, but men think they satisfy their partners more often than they actually do, according to a US survey. Now you can track your e-mail, for free!
E-mail has become the main tool of personal communications today, second only to the phone call. Of course, it comes with its own set of problems. Here's how to get around it all, for free.
October 04, 2010
9 games to watch out for in October 2010
Watch out for these nine games that are likely to raise the heat in the gaming arena in October this year.
September 30, 2010
1992-2010: How life has changed!
What do we have now that we didn't back then? Tell us what you think is different about life today from 18 years ago!
September 29, 2010
Thailand, a new destination for Indian weddings
The big fat Indian wedding has found a new overseas destination, Phuket island bounded by the emerald green and blue seas and lush green mountains and Bangkok, the capital of Thailand.
September 23, 2010
First look: Yoga in the workplace
Yoga acharya Shameem Akthar has launched Yoga in the Workplace, a book that presents easy yoga poses that can be practiced at the office. Meet the creatures that created Wikipedia
7 editors that make up the phenomenon that is Wikipedia.
September 22, 2010
How to choose the right cordless phone
A low-down on the points to consider when choosing the right cordless phone for your home.
September 16, 2010
Now, Smartphones all set to become smarter
Smartphones are going to become smarter and faster as they begin embedding dual core mobile processors in their haerts to do all that they did better.
September 15, 2010
Road rage: How to steer clear of it
With millions of commuters starting and ending their workdays with 30 to 90 minutes of noise, exhaust fumes and slow-motion frustration daily, the prevalence of road rage has increased considerably in the past decade. Many psychologists even classify it as a mental disorder. Playing Mafia never felt so good
Mafia II is no Grand Theft Auto, yet once you understand that and don't expect the game to play out like a GTA clone, you can fully immerse yourself with what this game has to offer.
September 14, 2010
Gadget reviews: HTC mini, Karbonn K777 and more
Four gadgets that will leave the geeks wanting more: HTC mini HD, the all-new Mac Mini, Karbonn K777 and Sony Cybershot W320.
September 13, 2010
Now, inflatable 'Pillow Tie' to sleep on the job!
A new tie that contains an inflatable cushion is the ultimate gift for weary office workers.
September 08, 2010
A Rs 36 lakh salary 'can buy you true happiness'
All those who say money can't buy happiness may have to bite their tongues, as a new study by American scientists suggests that 50,000 pounds can buy you all the joy you need.
September 07, 2010
Reality TV shows: More the talent, less the fame
When will all the singing talent unearthed on India's reality shows get their big break, wonder Hiral Gandhi and Suman Gedala, who belong to the class of 2010 at the University of Rochester. Tech buzz: 9 gadgets worth drooling over
A sneak peek at nine gadgets launched recently in India: Their features, price, specs and more.
September 06, 2010
10 things that will kill your relationship
Getting into a relationship is easy, but keeping it alive is the difficult part.
September 04, 2010
Special: Teachers - the gardeners of young minds
On the occasion of Teacher's Day, Zia Mody talks of the undeniable contribution of teachers in the academic and spiritual development of young minds.
September 03, 2010
How to check if a game will run on your PC
Getahead readers Anand Parekh and Akhilesh Vind advice you to follow these 7 steps to check if a particular game runs on your PC. Teacher's Day special: Salutations to thee
On the occasion of Teacher's Day, Ministhy S, author and IAS officer, pays tribute to the teachers who have shaped her.
September 02, 2010
Princess Di lingerie ad courts controversy
A Chinese lingerie company has depicted Princess of Wales, Diana in bra and knickers on her death anniversary. These phones under Rs 5,000 are rich in features
They may not be big brands but they definitely have rich features that are in great demand today. Here's a sneak peek at these gems.
September 01, 2010
Review: Alienware laptops for a gamer
A sneak peek into three Alienware gaming laptops: their specs, performance, ratings and price. Coming soon: A dress that's also a phone!
In a year's time, it may be your dress that's ringing, not your cellphone!
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