TZOA: A wearable to measure air quality and help you breathe easier
Don’t laugh, but I rely on frequent deep breaths to get me through the day, especially when my kids are being especially ornery. And thanks to a really cool gadget to measure air quality called TZOA, I can see if those calming breaths I’m taking are full...
Looptworks: The loveliest gadget cases made from leftover materials
We have covered tons of gorgeous mobile phone and tablet cases on Cool Mom Tech over the years, many of which I covet. But I’m really in love with pretty much every leather gadget case on the Looptworks site, not only because they’re beautiful, but...
Juse: The solar powered mobile phone charging case we’ve all been waiting for.
We have covered hundreds, if not millions (Okay, probably not millions) of mobile phone cases over the years, and loads of mobile phone chargers too. But this super cool Indiegogo project I just learned about named Juse is the first solar-powered mobile phone charging...
The first of the Apple Watch accessories is here, with the DODOcase Apple Watch charging stand.
No sooner is the Apple Watch announced, that new Apple Watch accessories are starting to roll in. Starting with the handsome Apple Watch charging stand from our friends at DODOcase. In fact it’s so beautiful, it kind of makes me want the watch even more. Like...
Cool USB drives: Chanel for your lips. And now, your digital files.
We’ve featured all sorts of cool USB drives here on Cool Mom Tech, from stylish USB necklaces to personalized flash drives, even vintage toy usb drives, but these lipstick flash drives from PointsAndPlaces on Etsy take the face. Er, cake. Crafted by Toronto...
9 of the easiest steps towards more sustainable living, thanks to tech
As fans of the planet–and yeah, humanity in general–we’re always looking for ways to live more sustainably and to help our kids be more aware of it too. And as we’ve all discovered over the years, it doesn’t have to be about massive life...
7 terrific tech gear picks for camping and hiking
Having recently returned from an awesome family camping trip, I was surprised to find how helpful tech could be — even on a trip that was as tech-free as we could make it. Turns out that some technology, when chosen wisely, can make getting in touch with nature...
Ecojot Connect app: Write notes the old-fashioned way, and save them the modern way.
Even with all the great lifestyle and organizational apps available to us today, there are times that nothing really replaces writing with pen and paper, whether I’m writing down funny things my kids have said or just making my grocery list. But having digital...
Solarpod Buddy portable charger review: Is it worth it?
The idea makes perfect sense: a portable, high performance solar charger for my smart devices that — best part — is actually compact enough to carry around. That’s the gist behind the Solarpod Buddy solar charger. It sounds kind of new-age and...Hi! We’re Kristen + Liz
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