Hitting Home
by Chris McGinnMoms and dads, it’s time to tune in, turn on and plug in. Find new ways to save time and money and get more out of your digital lifestyle with my tips to make your family-life easier and richer through modern technology, such as the Internet, wireless devices and digital television.
I’m sure it has happened to you or someone you know. Your phone falls into water (a pool, a puddle, a toilet?) and then what are you supposed to do?
Many cell phones don’t cover water-related damage, and do-it-yourself tactics like bowls or rice or hairdryers are questionable at best.
A product called Dry-All claims to be [...]
Ameba TV is a new subscription-based, commerical-free channel for kids that streams online (or via a Roku or special set top box).
The channel is geared to kids 2-13, but sans commercials, unlike many other options for parents. Many of the shows come from around the world, which is a nice option as well. It looks [...]
You know you let your kid play on your iPad. With all the great apps and games, how could they resist.
Thankfully there are new protective cases that can help guard your gear.
The Big Grips iPad Frame is one example of a protector that is also fun (it comes in colors like green, blue and green).
It [...]
Fast Track
by Jessie AtkinDoes hip, techy lingo confuse you? Do you wish you were more techno-savvy without delving into the realm of motherboard circuit confusion? That’s why I’m here. This blog focuses on testing the waters. I’ll share what cool, new gadgetry I’ve come in contact with and bridge that learning gap with ideas on what’s really useful, what’s cool and what’s really not.
So it’s cold and you’re walking around New York City. You want to listen to music so people stop trying to hand you pamphlets, but it’s super difficult in mittens and you really don’t want to take them off. What you really need is this winter beanie hat.
For $30 you can have a hat that [...]
Have you ever lost your cell phone? If you said no, you’re probably lying. I lost mine once and didn’t find it again until after I’d put money into a new one. Wish I’d had the Cobra tag then.
The cobra tag is a small bluetooth device (pocket sized) that you carry around with your cell [...]
The Armstar looks like it got ripped off the sleeve of the Christopher Nolan Batman costume. It’s probably even handier than the prop they use in the movie though.
The Armstar was created to prevent mountain lion attacks (oddly enough). It has a 300,000-volt stunner and a video camera, flashlight, and iphone doc. Oh yeah, and [...]
Tips and Tricks
by Jeremy AshburnComputers and technology continue to fascinate me. I find it absolutely amazing how fast how fast things the computer world has evolved in such a short time! No doubt about it – technology has become my chief passion. I’ve made it my mandate to highlight the technology available now and keep a keen eye on future.
Facebook just announced today that it’s rolling out a new video chat capability with Skype. When implemented over the next couple of months, Facebook users will be able to click a button to call their friends. All the friend needs to do the video chat will be a webcam (which most laptops, netbooks, and monitors have) and a plugin. Downloading the plugin takes 10 to 20 sec
Godzilla! You may cry, when this liquid crystal display is towering above you on your desk. Hopefully, you’ll feel excited in a good way about that, not screaming in terror like an old Japanese horror flick. For such a low price, this product has fantastic reviews, as many who have “buyed and tried” the ViewSonic VA2431WM [...]
It’s so grand when a product fulfills all you hoped that it would. This Bluetrack Microsoft Mouse 5000 follows suit to that perfectly. It’s design is simplistic, yet sleek and nice to hold. All its functions are precise. Its features are enough to suit a more advanced user, but its functionality is simple and uncomplicated. [...]
Wireless Landing
by Dan McNaughtCell phones, smart phones and WiFi, oh my! If you’re looking for the latest news and rumors on everything wireless — from gadgets to networks and all points in between — look no further than Wireless Landing.
If you’re tired of waiting for a 3D iPhone to hit the market while watching friends show off their HTC EVO 3D’s, well the wait is over…sort of. A company named Global Wave has introduced a new film they have developed which turns any 2D LCD screen 3D without the need for glasses.
What’s genius about [...]
INTRODUCTION
Upon its announcement by Microsoft, Windows Phone 7 had many of us in the industry visibly yawning, and with good reason. Microsoft had gone down this road before, and had not traversed it well. Old versions of the Windows Mobile OS were usually if not completely unbearable to use, especially when compared to counterparts such [...]
For anyone waiting desperately, you can now relax. The iOS 4.3.2 update is now available for download. Head on over to iTunes to get your update on.









