How do you make packing for family vacations easier?

by Jeana | Best Apps

Any other parents in denial that the school year is coming to an end? Summer vacation beckons and lots of trips to the beach, trips to Grandma and Grandpa’s, and trips in general are on the horizon. Yay! That said, the planning leading up to all that traveling...

Toys ‘R Us uses QR codes to help digital parents shop

by Cool Mom Team | Tech Toys

‘Tis the season to purchase baby pools, slides, and sandboxes– oh my–but it can be hard knowing exactly which one will work best in your backyard space. So how smart of Toys ‘R Us to use the technology of QR codes to make shopping for big...

Going to camp with Apple

by Christina Refford | Entertainment

Though my kids generally loathe being dragged along from store to store when I have errands to run, there is one store I have no problem getting them into: The Apple Store. In fact, I usually have to drag them out when I’m ready to leave. So when I read that...

To infinity and beyond. Or at least to 4+6.

by Christina Refford | Best Apps, Educational Apps

During these long, unscheduled, fun-in-the-sun summer months, I’ve been on the lookout for some smart apps that keep my kids’ brains thinking and not turning into soft serve. That’s a big reason why I am so excited about this math app which we all...

5 ways you’ll be wowed by technology at Universal Orlando

by Kristen Chase | Entertainment

My family and I were beyond thrilled to be invited to experience Universal Orlando for a week, and were nothing short of amazed at how cutting-edge technology is such an integral part of both Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida. It’s no surprise...

Go ahead, drop your camera in the pool

by Jeana | Photography

Summer is just around the corner (finally!) along with fun, sun, and of course, cute little bodies in cute little bathing suits which make for plenty of photo opportunities. But there’s nothing like a big splash of water on your camera (or iPhone) to ruin the...