5 of the best affordable headphones for kids and teens, which are perfect for online learning
With so many of our kids headed back to school this fall from the comfort of our living rooms (oof), we wanted to take a look at some of the best headphones for students who are remote learning this fall. There are a lot of factors we’ve thought about here—from...
This handy gadget is a game changer for wireless headphones users
I’ve already publicly proclaimed my love for AirPods. And I still love them just as much, even after all these months. But, in a few cases when you need a headphone jack, they don’t work. That’s why the AirFly is so genius. Related: I tried AirPods...
A stylus with a particular sense of humor: Yours
I’ve been a fan of the Carbon Crusader for a while — their engraved Hamilton Pencils were a huge hit with our readers over the holidays. So I’m happy to see the fantastic new custom stylus pens. While there are a few R-rated versions (like uh, the...
Calling Cool Mom Tech Readers – Can you spare two minutes?
Every year we ask you, our amazing readers, to tell us a little more about yourselves so that we can keep telling you about the products, services, and other picks, tips and tricks, and advice that matter to you and your families. If you would be so kind as to fill...
Monsters by The Candy Band: Kids’ music download of the week
We’re hoping your kids practiced singing along with last week’s download of the week, I’m Not Afraid. This week, we’re testing their bravery and singing along to Monsters by Detroit’s punk-rocking mamas, The Candy Band. Coming off the...
A fast, easy way to identify and block unwanted scam calls. Because no, you did not actually win a free cruise in a contest you don’t remember entering.
It seems the whole National Do Not Call Registry isn’t always effective. Legit marketers have a lot of loopholes; charities, pollsters, political fundraisers and others are exempt; and then there are those shady marketers who simply don’t care. I know,...
How to use new Twitter Moments: Could it make Twitter a more quick and easy news source?
Notice a little lightning bolt icon at the top of your Twitter feed? No, it’s not a Halloween month tribute to Harry Potter. In an attempt to lure some new folks back to Twitter — evidently 316mm monthly users isn’t enough for some investors —...
Cameras that will never ever take a selfie
I love the idea of putting vintage tech objects to use as decorative bookends in a living room or home office — I have a couple of pastel, original Ericophones I use for just that thing. But should you not have a pair of gorgeous, old-school cameras lying around...
Last-minute donations made easy with tech
If you’re like us, you’re on a tech organization rampage right now, like backing up data, organizing digital photos, and getting rid of those cord tangles once and for all. Or at least until February. But before you close the curtain on 2013, might we...
The gorgeous iPhone wallet for people who have never wanted one before
I’ve seen quite a few iPhone wallet cases, some of which our readers have gone nuts for, but I’ve never rushed so quickly to get my own phone in one as with this swanky find from Griffin. The Beamhaus billfold for iPhone 5 from Griffin (man, we love...
The nanny cam for people who are anti-nanny cam
We have a lot of discussion here internally about the ethics and importance of using so-called hidden nanny cams or other security cameras around the house. But one thing we can all agree on: These security cameras are hilarious. If you like conceptual recycled...NEW: The podcast that helps you be a savvier digital parent in under 15 minutes a week
Hi! We’re Kristen + Liz
We started Cool Mom Tech in 2010 to help make our increasingly digital lives easier, more organized, more meaningful, and more fun, however old your kids may be.
We love that it's grown to become the go-to source for millions of parents who want commonsense info about tech delivered with a smile.
We even have the privilege of sharing our tips + tricks with The TODAY Show, CNN, HLN, GMA, Nightline, newspapers and magazines around the country, and our favorite -- regular parents who stop us at PTA meetings and ask us how old kids need to be to get a smartphone, and whether they really need to panic about Snapchat.
(Answer: It's complicated.)
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At-Home Learning Help
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* 8 of our favorite online educational resources
* 10 awesome online STEM camps for kids this summer
* Homeschooling 101: Tips for newbies
* 8 ideas for homeschool schedules that may work for you
* Creative ways to socialize online
* 5 audiobook apps keep us entertained and learning
* The best ways to clean and disinfect your phones and gadgets
* 15 awesome podcasts to keep kids engaged
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