Now that Mother’s Day brunches are back this year, there’s still no guarantee of getting flowers, cards or even fancy soaps to your mom on time. Certainly, dropping them off is possible. But there are […]
Parents and grandparents are typically the ones doing the gifting in their lives, making sure their children, and even friends, are getting that perfect present. This year, why not come up with new gifts to […]
Google Maps is a mainstay on many of our smartphones, an app that’s tapped daily by iOS and Android users alike. But we probably use just one-tenth of the features woven into the app. Directions? […]
While the winter blues can affect anyone, this winter may feel particularly long as people spend more time indoors. Still, staying active and productive can be difficult as the temperature dips. These eight devices may […]
While Apple may be synonymous with luxury in the tech world, there are things you can pick up at its store that fall under $50 — and we’re not talking adapters. Apple is actually making […]
COVID-19 has made the word “sanitize” nearly an everyday word. We’re washing our hands, cleaning our homes and also cleaning our devices. Aside from gliding rubbing alcohol over our smartphones, there’s a product that some […]
Alexa can already help people maintain their home, from dropping in with people around the house, to automating smart home routines. For example, one for the night time, by turning off lights, locking doors and lowering thermostats just […]
A day at the beach can help us unplug, and after the past few months it’s something everyone can use. Taking a day off doesn’t mean we also have to be unconnected. These seven devices […]
Google has updated its maps app to now show guidelines at the top when Covid-19 may impact how someone is traveling. Directions will now include, where possible, details from train delays to border crossing restrictions in some […]
The novel coronavirus has been a crash course for many people on washing their hands — properly. But the devices we carry in our hands may also need cleaning as well. In particular, our smartphones […]
Drone company Draganfly, is working with a team in Australia to remotely monitor and detect if people have the novel coronavirus, the company said in a press release. Draganfly operates as a drone company, and […]
Sure you can drop hundreds of dollars on plug and play Halloween decorations. October 31st has turned into a big consumer spending day, with spending to hit $8.8 billion in 2019 according to the National Retail […]
You have a fairly decent rating on a ride-sharing service, and have for quite a while, until something happens — and you get dinged, falling below 4.7, creating ride-sharing anxiety. A low rating may mean […]
How lonely are people today? That’s what Duke University’s Center for Advanced Hindsight hopes to discover, and if isolation and digital media are part of the problem or can be part of the solution. The study, […]
Alexa is designed to listen, and respond. But now comes news that Amazon workers are listening to recordings made when Alexa is on — and hearing personal details of people’s lives. It’s one thing to think an […]
Starship Technology’s autonomous robots on wheels now serve up snacks to students at Northern Arizona University, delivering orders placed through its app. The self-driving coolers carry their packages inside, bringing it right to someone’s home […]
As Valentine’s Day approaches each year, our thoughts turn to that special someone who warms our hearts, and makes us smile when we come home from work — our pets. So it’s no surprise that […]
Self-driving cars, meant to ease the commuting conundrums in cities, may create a new problem of their own: traffic jams while trying not to pay for parking. It’s one reason researchers are taking a hard […]
Hacking concerns are high among consumers, particularly those who own connected devices. Worry that their computers could be hacked, and their broadband connections too is high, said a new report from Parks Associates, “Consumer Fears […]
Wearable use is growing in the U.S., fed by devices like the Apple Watch which is attracting newer interest from the health benefits they tout. So says a new report from eMarketer which puts smartwatches […]
You don’t need to break your budget to treat friends and family during the holiday season, even with high-tech gifts. Technology may have a luxe feel, but these 10 items can keep your bank account […]
Children bring out the best of us during the holidays, pushing us to find gifts that delight them and tap into their curiosity. We played with dozens of toys ranging from robots to VR headsets […]
Parents work double time to make the holidays magical for their children. As such, presents for them often take second place. That’s why it’s a great idea to consider thoughtful, helpful gifts for them as […]
We all have that friend or family member who is constantly on the road or catching red-eyed flights. Maybe you yourself are that globetrotter. Either way, we’ve rounded up seven tech gifts that can help […]
Whether the grandparents in your life are travelers, gamers or fitness enthusiasts, these nine gadgets can make great holiday gifts for them. Image Credit: DepositPhotos.com. 1. Lenovo Smart Display The Lenovo Smart Display is a […]
When my building’s gas was shut off last year, I thought I’d lack a stove and an oven for just a week or so. Cooking Thanksgiving was not on the agenda — until it was. […]
Preparing Thanksgiving dinner can be an arduous process. Gadgets like smart ovens and refrigerators can help, but what about small-scale devices? These seven smart tools can help make cooking for Thanksgiving considerably easier. Image Credit: DepositPhotos.com. 1. Meater It’s […]
Facebook recently admitted that its video call function could be used for targeted advertising. That’s no coincidence, according to Recode. “Portal voice calling is built on the Messenger infrastructure, so when you make a video call on Portal, […]
Whether you play Words With Friends or are looking for ways to improve your or your student’s spelling abilities, there are apps that work wonders for word skills. The following five apps function on smartphones […]
Halloween is quickly approaching, which means that it’s time to break out the decorations and horror flick marathons. While spiderwebs, pumpkins and costumes are great ways to decorate your home for the night of fright, […]