4 Android tablets the whole family can get excited about

4 Android tablets the whole family can get excited about

There have been a lot of exciting news and updates for Apple loyalists out there recently–namely the iPhone 5 and iOS 6. But we also know about the growing legions of Android users, and we’re excited to see that Android has really upped the ante in the...
Kid-friendly iPad cases? Reader Q+A

Kid-friendly iPad cases? Reader Q+A

We’re upgrading to the new iPad and thinking about passing along our second-generation iPad to our kids. Do you have any suggestions for kid-friendly cases? -Krissy Hi Krissy, lucky you for getting a new iPad! Your kids are probably already foaming at the mouth...
When the stars at night aren’t big and bright

When the stars at night aren’t big and bright

Whether we’re camping, trying to catch fireflies, or just going out to the beach to watch the waves by moonlight, my kids like to have a little light nearby to keep an eye out for those things that go bump in the night. And while flashlights do the trick, I love...
5 smart tech tips for traveling with kids

5 smart tech tips for traveling with kids

If your family is anything like mine, a vacation means loading up all the tech gadgets to keep the troops entertained for the long trip ahead. With a pilot in the house, we do much more flying than driving, which can make things a little tricky when it comes to...
Good headphones for a 3 year old? Reader Q+A

Good headphones for a 3 year old? Reader Q+A

I am having trouble finding earphones for my 3 1/2 year old to use while traveling. We have a volume limiting set but they don’t seem to stay on well and he complains that they hurt. Do you have other children’s headphone ideas? -Meg Hi Meg, I had the same...