Solpro takes solar chargers to a whole new level. And speed.
I’ve seen no shortage of solar chargers, many of which we’ve featured here on Cool Mom Tech. But the new Helios solar charger from Solpro that we discovered at CES 2015 lets you charge smarter and waaaay faster. Yep, the new Helios only needs 90 minutes in...
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...
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...
Skylock bike lock: If you’re a cyclist you’re going to want this. If not, you’ll want to take up cycling.
Being a cyclist myself, I love seeing all the new advances to help keep bikes and their riders safe, and Skylock is at the top of my list for a bunch of cool reasons. The Skylock bike lock is a solar powered, Bluetooth enabled, wifi connected, theft alerting, crash...
The Solar Schools Project: How you can help our schools without even selling gift wrap.
Growing up in the midwest, our neighbors had two solar panels on their roof. I always thought that was so cool. Now panels are popping up in my neighborhood, and it’s still just as cool to me. I would love to see even more solar energy sources, especially since...
Cool tech stocking stuffers under $10, all in one place
I’ve always loved Kikkerland Design, because guaranteed, every time you click over you’ll see something you never noticed before that you kind of have to have. Or at this time of year, that you have to give to someone else. Then hope they let you borrow...
The bamboo solar charger takes green tech to a new level
While I think everything we write about here on Cool Mom Tech is…well, cool, every so often we find something that so perfectly fills my wants and needs that I’d swear it was made just for me. The Photojojo bamboo solar charger is one of those perfect...
AT&T Street Charge means Free charging stations. Free solar charging stations. And in NYC no less.
I figured the big news about ATT’s free mobile charging station program would be taking place somewhere like San Francisco or Portland or Austin. But nope, NY mamas like me–and those who visit our fair northeastern hamlet–are in luck when their phone...Hi! We’re Kristen + Liz
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