I've been noticing many friends who have been complaining about aches and pains in their feet. My first reaction is "wait, we're not that old are we?" But what is alarming is that back and foot pain are more common that we realize. Words have started coming up like planter fasciitis (heel pain) … [Read more...]
Exploring the TIFF Kids digiPlaySpace!
Technology is a bold world where most kids embrace jumping in with two feet. I'm always amazed how quickly kids adapt and move with the times. Even my little 3 year old nephew can challenge me at the best of games. Technology is exciting especially through the eyes of kids! The TIFF digiPlaySpace … [Read more...]
What can you do with your old iPhones?
I know a few people who have had this dilemma. What do you do with unwanted iPhones? We try to reuse them within our family...hand-me-downs are the best! We definitely don't want to throw them away as we are already aware of electronic waste, right? This week, Apple Canada announced the iPhone … [Read more...]
APP OF THE WEEK: Mr. Peabody & Sherman
I can't wait to see this movie --just in time for March Break, of course! To coincide with the theatrical release, LUDIA has also launched the latest fun trivia game app of the same name. Inspired by the latest DreamWorks movie you can take the fun-filled adventure to the next level! The game is … [Read more...]
Fun Apps for the most awesome SUPERBOWL Weekend!
This is a big weekend even if you're not a die-hard football fan. There's no escaping all the lead-up hype to the Superbowl XLVII game this coming weekend. We've been watching the excitement on the news with Times Square being all transformed for the ultimate fan experience! We've also started … [Read more...]
APP OF THE WEEK: Bitstrips comics starring you and your friends
Have you noticed lately that some of your friends are posting funny personalized comic strips on their Facebook pages? Thanks to the popularity of Bitstrips everyone seems to be jumping in on the fun! Okay, even me! But what is Bitstrips? Well, other than FUN it was created as a tool that people … [Read more...]
App of the WEEK: Next Issue Canada access to over 100 world’s best magazines
Okay, holidays you were awesome! Minus the ice storm but a weekend getaway and the winter break gave us a chance to catch up with some reading. We're avid magazine readers in our family so when the new Next Issue Canada App came to my attention it was really a no brainer for us to jump in. All of … [Read more...]
Review: Samsung Galaxy Note 3 and Gear
Technology is amazing, isn't it? I love telling my teenager about owning my first "cellphone." It was 14 years ago...just before he was born. I felt it was a necessity for emergency purposes. I could call my parents or my hubby without having to find a phone booth. "You could only call from it? … [Read more...]
APPS OF THE WEEK: Shaw Go YTV and Shaw Go Treehouse!
Oh bless the holiday season! I'm counting down the hours to when we can kick it into high gear. It's going to be a busy one with family and friends coming over. I'm ready (sort of) so BRING IT ON! Toss in a few meetings and a quick jaunt to the Big Apple and yes, my head is spinning out of control. … [Read more...]
Review: Zaggora Workout Hotpants
You may have heard of Zaggora or have seen them on the side of your Facebook page. The workout pants (aka Hotpants) that uses technology in their fabrics to help you burn more calories. Sounds too good to be true? I was skeptical but I was curious and I know many other women out there in our … [Read more...]