The new LEGO Minifigures Online game, where everything is (mostly) awesome
For years, my kids have collected LEGO Minifigures which they love to play with while building with their LEGO bricks. So, it was with great excitement when they learned that LEGO has come out with a brand new game that puts their beloved Minifigures into the online...
How do I take a screenshot on my computer or smartphone?
One of the most frequently asked questions we get here on Cool Mom Tech is how to take a screenshot. Before you feel silly asking the same question, you should know that it’s a common one, and not necessarily as simple as it sounds. Here, easy instructions for...
Lenovo IdeaCentre Horizon PC: A coffee table that you’ll never want to put your coffee on
When I think of the words “coffee table,” I think about a place to put my feet and a place that my kids jump on, but rarely did I ever equate it with an awesomely interactive computer, until now. This amazing new IdeaCentre Horizon PC from Lenovo is giving...Hi! We’re Kristen + Liz
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