Super Mario luggage, wahoo!
For all of you Super Mario fans, it looks like Nintendo Japan has launched a special line of Super Mario travel gear that you’ll definitely want to keep your eye on. Related: Super Mario cosmetics are totally a thing It’s not just a couple pieces of...
Tech organization just got a whole lot more stylish
These days, most of us are walking around with at least a charging cable and a pair of earbuds in our bag. Add in a portable battery charger, and a charging block, and you’re got a whole lot of tech rolling around in there. That’s why I’m digging...
Your grandmother’s favorite craft just got a pretty sweet tech upgrade
We’ve seen embroidery get quite a makeover these last few years, and these cool Zero Gravity iPhone cases at Urban Outfitters are no exception. These iPhone cases are a cool juxtaposition of low tech and high tech, not to mention so summery. I’m a big fan...
Summer travel news: What you need to know about the smart luggage ban
With summer travel season right around the corner, and many families, including ours, planning vacations, we wanted to take a moment to talk about the smart luggage ban that came down earlier this year. While it might only affect a few of you, we think it’s...
This new luggage collection helps an awesome cause – girls in tech!
We are loving what Karlie Kloss has done to support girls in technology, with her popular Kode with Klossy coding camp and scholarship program. Well now, she’s launched a luggage collection with the female-run company Away, to help get more girls involve in...
The combo Apple Watch and iPhone charger you need for travel
I’m a recent convert to the Apple Watch, and it’s one of those little things that makes my life as a working-from-home mom easier. So far, my battery has lasted all day without me needing to recharge it, but my newest travel tip is to take along a Belkin...
We know. These Solo: A Star Wars Story Otterbox smartphone cases are Jedi worthy.
My anticipation over the new Solo: A Star Wars Story just got extra piqued thanks to these new Otterbox smartphone cases celebrating this upcoming new movie. We were big fans of the Star Wars smartphone cases they launched a few months back, and we’re on board...
Support an amazing cause with a new red iPhone 8 or 8 Plus. Time for an upgrade!
We’ve been long time supporters of Project (RED), featuring lots of their awesome collaborations here on Cool Mom Tech (and Cool Mom Picks). So it’s no surprise that we’re very excited about the new Project (RED) iPhone 8 and 8 plus, that will be...
Mama needs a brand new bag. Or smartphone crossbody bag. It’s 2018!
I fell in love with smartphone crossbody case back when Liz first raved about the Bandolier. Admittedly, I was pretty skeptical but the concept is brilliant, whether you’re wearing it for everyday use, or as a clutch alternative for night time, which you can do...
Here’s what you need to know about the new 9.7-inch Apple iPad
Just yesterday at their Education event, Apple announced the rumored new 9.7 inch iPad, which is seems specifically aimed at students and teachers. Though, if you’re not either of those, you can still get your hands on it as well. With the rise of Google...
QSun uses AI to help keep you and your kids a whole lot safer in the sun.
Putting sunscreen on kids can be a battle, but with the new QSun, you might be able to save yourself some of the heartache. No, sorry, it doesn’t automatically protect your kids from sun exposure, but it does alert you when you’ve reached the maximum...Hi! We’re Kristen + Liz
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