music
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Tech tip: How to open your Shazam in Apple Music instead of Spotify.
Read Essay →: Tech tip: How to open your Shazam in Apple Music instead of Spotify.Recently, as you may have heard (ahem) a bunch of influential musical artists have been leaving Spotify, podcasters are rethinking the…
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Alexa, surround me in the glory of Billie Eilish
Read Essay →: Alexa, surround me in the glory of Billie EilishIf you’ve ever said, “Alexa, play When the Party’s Over” then you’ll be thrilled that Amazon has just announced the…
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My favorite new iPhone trick to help me fall asleep — and stay asleep
Read Essay →: My favorite new iPhone trick to help me fall asleep — and stay asleepOver the past year, I have been so grateful for the sleep stories on Calm and some of the Apple…
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Is the new Spotify Kids app worth the extra money?
Read Essay →: Is the new Spotify Kids app worth the extra money?When I first heard about the new Spotify Kids app, I was pretty excited. Would this be the app that…
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Ears warm, music on. Take that, winter!
Read Essay →: Ears warm, music on. Take that, winter!I realize it’s not quite earmuff weather, but there’s nothing wrong with being prepared, especially when it comes to winter.…
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How huge changes to Spotify Free just made it even more amazing | Sponsored Message
Read Essay →: How huge changes to Spotify Free just made it even more amazing | Sponsored MessageThis is a sponsored message from Spotify Spotify remains the world’s largest global music streaming subscription service and for good…
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The Pop Ups kill it with their new synth pop album Giants of Science.
Read Essay →: The Pop Ups kill it with their new synth pop album Giants of Science.Brooklyn-based kindie music geniuses The Pop Ups’s new album is out today, and (thanks to a sneak-preview) my kids are…
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WEYV gives families all your favorite music, magazines, ebooks and more in one smart app | Sponsored Message
Read Essay →: WEYV gives families all your favorite music, magazines, ebooks and more in one smart app | Sponsored MessageThis is a sponsored message from WEYV If you’ve got a separate music app, magazine app, audiobook app, they can…
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Jooki: Why we adore this 21st century jukebox for kids | CES 2018
Read Essay →: Jooki: Why we adore this 21st century jukebox for kids | CES 2018Wow was I excited to discover Jooki at CES 2018. I mean, I saw a whole lot of new tech for kids,…
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23 cool digital subscription gifts for people who don’t want more stuff | Holiday Tech Guide 2017
Read Essay →: 23 cool digital subscription gifts for people who don’t want more stuff | Holiday Tech Guide 2017We know lots of people who would appreciate a Hulu membership, or a subscription to Netflix over more stuff.
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A cute little pet that plays music. We approve, Oprah!
Read Essay →: A cute little pet that plays music. We approve, Oprah!While I was getting my new shiny iPhone 8 + this weekend, I spotted these adorable My Audio Pet Bluetooth…
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You hear that? It’s the sound of your inactive SiriusXM radio turned on, free!
Read Essay →: You hear that? It’s the sound of your inactive SiriusXM radio turned on, free!Imagine my surprise when I discovered the inactive SiriusXM radio in my car was suddenly blasting Channel 78 Kids Place Live…
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Spotify and Chill on Valentine’s Day with Prince to serenade you
Read Essay →: Spotify and Chill on Valentine’s Day with Prince to serenade youYour Valentine’s Day just got a whole lot more romantic thanks to the official news that Prince is now available…
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Are earbuds causing hearing loss in kids? 3 things you can do right now to protect your kid’s ears
Read Essay →: Are earbuds causing hearing loss in kids? 3 things you can do right now to protect your kid’s earsAs a mom of a tween who blasts music through her earbuds on a daily basis, you can bet a new…
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10 of our favorite iOS 10 features that you should know about
Read Essay →: 10 of our favorite iOS 10 features that you should know aboutEven though I downloaded iOS 10 last week, like many of you, it’s taking me awhile to get used to…
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Lights, music, party!
Read Essay →: Lights, music, party!With the warm weather here, I’m spending much more time outside with my family, whether it’s just eating dinner outside…
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4 great speakers for outdoor entertaining this summer, from waterproof to washable. (Really!)
Read Essay →: 4 great speakers for outdoor entertaining this summer, from waterproof to washable. (Really!)The best part of hosting parties in the spring and summer is that everyone can be outside, so you don’t have…
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Calling Toca Boca fans: Get ready to bust a move with the new Toca Dance app
Read Essay →: Calling Toca Boca fans: Get ready to bust a move with the new Toca Dance appAs much as I can hold my own on the dance floor, the stark reality is that I have about…
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An app to help young kids learn about music, easily
Read Essay →: An app to help young kids learn about music, easilyWhen it comes to my range of talents, I’m sadly lacking in the music department. Yep, I’m pretty much tone…
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Organization help: Decluttr app gives you cash for unwanted CDs, DVDs, and games. But is it worth it?
Read Essay →: Organization help: Decluttr app gives you cash for unwanted CDs, DVDs, and games. But is it worth it?Since starting to Konmari, or “tidy,” my home almost a year ago, I’ve found myself avoiding certain categories of stuff…