Your iPhone is not a toy. Sure, it often seems like one in those awkward moments when you realize you've been sitting on the toilet for 20 minutes because you got caught up in a game of Angry Birds Space, but in reality, it's a powerful pocket-sized computer with a host of thoughtfully-designed applications that utilize its convenience and connectivity to help you navigate some of L.A.'s biggest headaches. Yes, that's right: your smartphone can even change the way you deal with finding a parking spot. MORE>>

There are plenty of good reasons to hold out on buying a smartphone: they're too expensive, they're easy to lose/break, and AT&T would gladly upcharge you for breathing too frequently during a phone call if they thought they could get away with it. What's not a valid reason, however, is the argument that an iPhone, Droid, etc is just a glorified web browser. In fact, with the amazing wealth of mobile apps available today, your smartphone can completely transform the way you experience Los Angeles. Check out our top picks for the very best in L.A. smartphone apps. More»

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Last night the Chelsea neighborhood played host to Fingerpaint. An exhibition/ silent auction charity event hosted by Black Book, with James Cruickshank, Emmett Shine, Zak Williams, Timo Weiland and Leven Rambin. The event, which consisted of art from the likes of Shepard Fairy, Jean Pagliuso, Kai Regan and Alexandra Richards, and a bunch more, was a steamy affair for an art gallery.

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