Living in 3DHD with Panasonic »
Coming from upstairs, the cheering boomed throughout our home. I raced upstairs to see why my children were screaming so loudly at our television. They stood around the room, glued to the screen, and yelled for their favorite skateboard heroes as they watched the X Games. This scene could have happened any day, but what made it exceptional today was the intensity of their yelling. And that they all wore glasses.
Read more...Literati eReader from The Sharper Image »
With eReaders becoming one of the new trends in book reading, these functional tech gadgets make a great gift for the college student or frequent traveler on your shopping list.
Read more...Going low-tech for the holidays »
While searching for some ideas for this blog post, I came across this article about the benefits of playing board games together as a family.
Read more...Google is king, but what about Bing? »
Not surprisingly Google is the most popular search engine - seeing several million searches a day. Although I doubt Google’s future is anything but bright, Microsoft’s self-described “decision engine,” Bing, has been making strides to make its mark within the industry.
Read more...Technology and safety with your tween and teen »
When it comes to your tween or teen and technology, it’s important use extreme vigilance. I see what my 13-year old daughter is up to with the texting, emailing (which apparently is nerdy now) and Facebooking, and I’m appalled at the things that come out of their friends’ mouths. Do their parents read this stuff? Are they aware of the language these kids are using? If they aren’t, would they permit it? I find myself answering these questions as read my daughter’s emails, texts, and Facebook messages.
Read more...Energizer Portable Power Travel Kit »
Have you ever been away from home and realized that your phone was moments away from losing power? It can be stressful, especially when you are traveling in an unknown area and away from any source of a power outlet. To help you charge your tech gadgets on the go, Energizer has created a Portable Power Travel Kit for common MP3 players and mobile phones.
Read more...Kaplan Online Tutoring – and a special discount offer for Mom Central readers! »
Although not yet at the point with my two small children to have regular homework assignments or complex lessons, I can still value the importance of helping your kids stay on top of their studies. When I look back at my experience in school, I distinctly remember the dread I felt when having to do my science and math homework.
Read more...Power A LEGO Play & Build Remote »
Do you have this child on your list? He has everything. He loves LEGOs, video games, devices, and technology. He's easy to buy for if you are willing to pay the price for the expensive items he loves.
Read more...A review of Art Academy for the Nintendo DS »
The product review team at Mom Central knows my nephews love reviewing games for the Nintendo DS and, quite honestly, no one here in the office admits to having expert DS gaming skills. So I gladly passed along the copy of Art Academy to Alex and Thomas, ages 9 and 7 ½ respectively, to further ensure my “favorite aunt” status.
Read more...Tech tips for Black Friday shoppers »
I understand that trying to wake up after a day full of gorging yourself on turkey, carbs, and a bit more turkey is a difficult. The deep tryptophan sleep is hard enough to shake off so you can watch a football game or maybe one of those holiday specials that they started airing far too early this year.
Read more...Technology connections for military families »
When my husband can't be home for dinner my boys and I miss him. Our family has a lost piece without him there. Some weeks we don't have dinner for several nights in a row due to various commitments, but at least I get to kiss him good night when he comes home late.
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