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Cool designer tech gifts for the stylish woman on the go : 2015 Tech Gift Guide

You know how we like the pretty things, mama. We can’t help it, we’re suckers for great design, especially when combined with smart tech. So we’re excited to share some of our favorite stylish tech gift finds this year for that cool plugged-in woman...

14 cool custom photo gifts for everyone on your holiday list: 2015 Holiday Tech Guide

by Nicole Blades | Holiday Tech Gifts

Next up in our 2015 Holiday Tech Gift Guide series, we’ve put together 14 really cool custom photo gifts for anyone on your list We’re talking sleek photo books, unique prints, amazing keepsakes, even a tasty photo treat or two — basically, more reasons...

The relentless pursuit of tech toy perfection

by Liz Gumbinner | Tech Toys and Random Fun

You know that same commercial they run every Christmas where someone rich gives someone else rich a Lexus wrapped in a big red bow? Well that’s about as likely to happen around here as Lexus retiring that ad (ha) but now there’s a more affordable...

16 really cool STEM toys and gifts for kids: 2015 Tech Gift Guide

by Cool Mom Staff | Holiday Tech Gifts

We love toys for kids that are educational too, which is why we’re so happy to share of these some favorite cool STEM toys and gifts for kids as the next installment in our 2015 Holiday Tech Gift Guide series. And we’re extra happy to share this guide on behalf...

Cool gifts for photographers: 2015 Tech Gift Guide

by Cool Mom Staff | Holiday Tech Gifts

Next up in our 2015 Holiday Tech Gift Guide series, we’ve put together some of the coolest, gotta-have gifts for photographers. We’re talking cameras, gadgets, accessories — everything a photog would be happy to snap up. (Ha!) Even a few surprises. Whether...

The coolest tech gifts for travelers: 2015 Tech Gift Guide

by Cool Mom Staff | Holiday Tech Gifts

We are so happy to present our 2015 holiday tech gift guide, where we get to share with you the coolest, most fun, most gifty of the giftiest tech gifts for everyone you love on your list, starting with some of our favorites: The coolest tech gifts for travelers....

7 cool things you can do with MiniDrones. You know, beyond flying them into trees.

by Cool Mom Staff | Tech Toys and Random Fun

We’re seeing drones at the top of a lot of tween and teen holiday wish lists this year. And really, we’re not surprised. It’s pretty amazing what you can do with these super cool gadgets. Let’s just say these are not the remote control planes...

A portable charger for iPhone that’s as practical as it is pretty

by Liz Gumbinner | Cell Phone Accessories, Travel Essentials

I feel like I’ve become the queen of portable chargers around here, which is a good thing since I never leave home without one. Okay, often more than one. I am sad to say that I just can’t recommend my formerly beloved Mophie charging case any longer,...

The Garmin Vivofit by Jonathan Adler: Ooh, fitness trackers are getting fancy.

by Jeana | Fitness + Health

A few years ago, you could spot someone wearing a big, black, rubber band-looking fitness tracker a mile away. I’m so happy that fashion has integrated its way very nicely when it comes to wearable tech, and I’m especially thankful for designers who are...

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