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So why are we all still on Facebook again?

If we’re all perfectly honest with ourselves, then we know that Facebook has presented many privacy issues for a long time now. We’ve been writing about Facebook privacy issues since we started Cool Mom Tech in 2010. That’s nine years. NINE. A quick...

Get ready, parents! Facebook will soon integrate WhatsApp, Instagram, and Messenger

by Kristen Chase | Social Media

According to an article in the New York Times that just came out today, Mark Zuckerberg is planning to integrate WhatsApp, Instagram, and Messenger. That’s right, over the course of 2019 and into 2020, these apps will be reconfigured in a way that would allow...

Our top 10 most popular Cool Mom Tech posts of 2018. Happy New Year!

by Cool Mom Staff | Tips and Tricks

From questionable Snapchat stories to gadgets that make our lives easier, we rounded up our top 10 most popular Cool Mom Tech posts of 2018. Happy New Year! Related: Our 10 most popular posts of 2017 10. How to figure out which categories Facebook has assigned to...

Thinking Parent: Tackling screen time in your home begins with looking in the mirror.

by Kristen Chase | Tips and Tricks

A few weeks ago, my youngest was angry with me about losing her iPad privileges, and in her fit of rage yelled “I bet you couldn’t be without your phone for 12 hours.” We all know that the truth hurts, but to hear it out of the mouth of your child...

Kill News Feed: In case you need a little break from your Facebook feed

by Kristen Chase | Helpful Services

If you’re needing a little break from your Facebook feed, but still would like to be able to post, check your messages, and see your groups, then you should get Kill News Feed, a Chrome extension that will block out just your feed. Related: 8 ways to crush your...

A Facebook feature you can use instead of adding “Following!” in the comments

by Kristen Chase | Social Media

You’ve probably seen the letter “F” in the comments of a Facebook post. Or perhaps you’ve typed the word “Following” yourself, because when you comment, you’ll get notifications of other comments and get to follow along....

A new study says teens feel social media has an positive impact on their lives

by Kristen Chase | Social Media

Our friends over at Common Sense Media recently conducted a survey study of teens 13-17 years old, and we have to admit that the results are fascinating, and well, reassuring. If you have a tween or teen, it’s worth taking the few minutes to read their summary,...

Web Coolness: Fortnite tutors, headphones that block snoring, and more!

by Kristen Chase | Link Roundups

Here are some of our favorite tech links from around the web. We hope you find them interesting and helpful. Keep an eye out for this iOS phishing scam that connects you with Apple Care. Yes, it’s true. Parents are hiring Fortnite coaches. Our Out Tech Your...

Here’s how to use the new Instagram video chat feature!

by Kristen Chase | Social Media

If you suddenly see someone trying to call you from Instagram, don’t freak out. It’s the new Instagram video chat feature that just launched. Related: How to post photos from your Instagram Feed to your Instagram Story To make a call, you’ll click...

Web coolness: The iPhone Basic, kids on social media, and Father’s Day!

by Cool Mom Staff | Link Roundups

Here are a few cool tech links from around the web. We hope you enjoy them as much as we did. The ultimate product to curb mobile phone addiction. Father’s Day is coming up! Be sure to get him a present that truly represents his age. Heh. Meanwhile teens are...