Forget about a pat on the back, send on online badge instead
When it comes down to it, we all just want a little appreciation and recognition for what we do, right? I feel you nodding in agreement as you read this. So how about a small gesture of appreciation with an online badge that’s better than those...
Lenovo enters the tablet fray with the IdeaPad. (Not to be confused with iPad.)
You keep hearing about the tablet wars heating up, but for a while, Apple’s iPad seemed to be the only one that was on fire. I’ve had opportunities to test out Android tablets like the Blackberry Playbook, Motorola Xoom and Samsung Galaxy, and while each...
Keep those preschool brains fresh this summer
We keep hearing about summer brain drain for kids who are on summer vacation. But for those ambitious parents out there who are already eying the Ivy Leagues for their toddlers (oh not you, of course), it’s never too early to start making pathways between those...
Cool computing with these designer mice
If you’re a regular reader of Cool Mom Tech, you know that we love when form mixes with function in our gadgetry. Yes, cool tech has officially become the new black–there are designer laptops, designer laptop bags, designer iPad cases, and now thanks to...
VideoHunters makes the hunt for kid-friendly videos easy
We’ve all witnessed the hilarity of viral YouTube hits like David at the Dentist and Charlie Bit my Finger. But there are countless others that haven’t gotten nearly the same amount of attention that are just as funny. And here’s how to find them. Or...
PhotoRocket: Photo sharing doesn’t get any easier than this
Maybe I’m just getting older, or maybe it’s the fact that I’m a busy working mom with two kids. But lately, my mantra has been keep it simple. It’s probably the reason we’ve been having one too many breakfast-for-dinner meals lately....
Protect your iPad from the elements. Of cooking
There are many times when I rely on my iPad for recipes while cooking. But out of sheer concern that I’ll get bread crumbs or flour stuck in the crevices, I keep the device far away; usually on the kitchen table, while my prep area is on the other side of the...
Peel personalizes your TV watching experience
When I was younger, I was only allowed to watch TV on the weekends. I remember scouring the TV Guide that came with the Sunday paper and figuring out which shows I’d watch that week. Boy, have times changed. Peel is a free iOS app that is a virtual TV guide on...
Draw, baby, draw
I’ve always been envious of people who can draw, especially coming from someone whose go-to doodle is a 3D box (and not a very good one at that). Luckily, through the magic of technology, I can use software intervention to help make my drawings look more...Creating Secure Passwords: The Easy, Step-by-Step Guide
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