26 free tools that will make your life easier
We get it: The daily grind is real. In the interest of making life’s more tedious tasks easier, we put together a list of 25 free tools worth trying. Image Credit: Eva-Katalin. 1. Glympse The […]
Why charging your phone will soon be like jumping on Wi-Fi
Imagine being able to charge your smartphone without plugging it in. Imagine a world in which you can sit in a restaurant or wander through an airport while your smartphone charges automatically. No wall jacks, […]
Alexa Auto offers drivers navigation, weather updates & more
Drivers can now bring Amazon Alexa along for the ride. Instead of battling with their car’s default, oftentimes tedious voice command system, drivers can now ask Alexa about navigation, weather and more. So says Amazon, which […]
All in the wrist: This tech bracelet can measure your blood count
Researchers at Rutgers University built a bracelet that can send crucial data directly to your doctor. The wearable consists of a circuit board that wraps around the wrist and is studded with gold electrodes. It can transmit […]
7 ways your phone can turn you into a great bartender
Having someone mix a cocktail for you is part of any bar’s allure. Relaxing at home with an aperitif can be nice as well. There are many mixology tools out there. Apps and books can […]
Let Google Assistant or Alexa make your next dinner reservation
Smart speaker systems can be useful not only for finding restaurants, but for making reservations, too. Some apps cater to users who have dietary restrictions, while others are designed for regulars who have a favorite […]
Walmart taps VR to help train employees
Walmart’s favorite way to use virtual reality does not involve shooting at space aliens, or flying like an eagle over buildings. Instead, the company is using the technology to train workers on skills from learning […]
The best tech gadgets to help you sleep
It is easy to say that technology is bad for your sleep. With their latest mobile software, Apple and Google both incorporate features that reduce the emission of sleep-preventing blue light, help keep you from […]
Apple alternatives: 5 wireless chargers to try as AirPower languishes
As the dust from another iPhone launch event settles, Apple’s own wireless charger, the AirPower, is still nowhere to be seen. In fact, the device is less prevalent on Apple’s website now than before the […]
Alexa, when is my next exam? University gives Echo Dots to students
Northeastern University in Boston has developed an Alexa skill that can help students keep track of everything from the time to tests. The university decided to give each student an Amazon Echo Dot after successfully piloting the […]