It seems like these days there is an app for everything—well, almost everything. Technology makes our lives better in new and exciting ways. There are some things I think would enhance my life considerably if implemented on my smartphone; Epicurious-about-what-my-kid-will-eat-this-week I … [Read more...]
Is The Apple Watch Really Worth It?
I've been wearing the Apple Watch for over two months now and putting it to the test. When it launched back in the spring, I was really curious to see if it lived up to the hype. So, is it worth the investment? In a recent surveys conducted by Wristly, there's been a high rate of satisfaction … [Read more...]
Geocaching Is The Coolest Discovery Scavenger Hunt Ever
"Did you find it? The hint says 'orange is almost the mark' and it's 30 ft away from the beach walk but watch for muggles! Wait, I see something orange! I see something orange!" If you're already a Geocacher you will already understand why we're extremely excited. Geocaching may just be the best … [Read more...]
How To Survive Travelling With The Kids
We love to get away when we can with our kids and they've always been great travellers even as babies—much to our amazement. This has allowed our family to go further each time we get on a plane. Actually, in most cases kids who are well-equiped with activities to keep them busy and entertained are … [Read more...]
How A Tablet Can Help Autistic Children Communicate
April is Autism Awareness Month and for many families with children diagnosed within the Autism spectrum, finding ways to learn and communicate effectively is a high priority. There is no cookie-cutter solution; each person diagnosed has their own particular needs and skills. Autism was first … [Read more...]
Make Holiday Shopping A Breeze With These Apps
Holiday shopping can be stressful for some of us. Stepping into my nearby mall on any given weekend requires careful planning on my part. It's not a time to browse with a latte in hand, if you know what I mean! I definitely have a budget in mind for each person on my list. I've done my research and … [Read more...]
How You Can Support World AIDS Day Through Apps
Monday, December 1st is World AIDS Day. Organizations like (RED), Apple and numerous app developers have announced a major initiative to support the Global Fund to fight AIDS. From November 24 to December 7, 2014 the App store's Apps for (RED) campaign will feature exclusive, new content in 25 … [Read more...]
Apps To Up The Fright & Fun This Halloween
I don't know about you but my little one is getting seriously excited for Halloween. The fact that it's on a Friday makes it even more fun as he knows he can stay up just a bit later with his friends. We're planning a sleepover after they've brought their candy haul home. What is it about having … [Read more...]
Review: Runtastic Orbit Fitness Wearable Tech
There are a few options out there for fitness wearables and this one is designed for fun as well as motivation. The Runtastic Orbit comes with several bells and whistles to keep you moving. For someone like me, who needs a serious push now and then, it's very appealing. Plus, hey, even if you're … [Read more...]
Mom Creates “Ignore No More” App To Force Kids To Return Your Missed Calls
You may or may not be rushing to download this app onto your child’s phone by the time you finish this article... That flashy smartphone your child’s been rocking — we know you didn’t just buy it so they could Snapchat their lives away or BBM their besties from biology class. No, you got it so you … [Read more...]