Yesterday I picked up my kids’ school-issued Chromebooks as part of our new back to virtual school preparation. School starts online on Monday with virtual learning continuing through at least the first semester. I feel fortunate that our school system has made this tech upgrade to provide devices for all students at every grade level…
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7 Ways to Protect Yourself from Scam Calls on Your Mobile Device
This post is sponsored by T-Mobile I just happened to call my parents at the right moment. Worried that my dad wasn’t picking up his cell phone, I tried my mom’s cell which she picked up immediately. “Dad is on the phone with someone because our Apple ID has been hacked,” she frantically told me…
How Your Phone Can Help You Stay Healthy, Safe, and Connected
This post is sponsored by TextNow I think we can all agree that staying healthy, safe, and connected to each other in socially distant ways are our main priorities right now. But did you know your phone can help? 3 Ways Your Phone Can Help You Stay Healthy, Safe, and Connected Today I’m sharing how…
Portal from Facebook Makes Loved Ones Feel Closer During Social Distancing
This post is sponsored by Portal from Facebook In the age of social distancing, we’re looking to maintain connections, be productive, and continue to keep our kids connected with family. And Portal from Facebook can help fill that gap. Portal is a video calling device that makes it feel like you’re in the same room…
3 Important YouTube Kids Safety Updates Parents Will Appreciate
From its earliest days, YouTube has been a site for people over 13, but with increased family content and the rise of shared devices, the likelihood of children watching without supervision has increased. When YouTube Kids was launched in February 2015, the goal was to create a place where kids could access enriching and engaging…
6 Surprising Facts About Domino’s That Are About More Than Pizza
When you teach middle school and you tell your 8th grade computer science classes that you’re going to be out the following day because you’ve been invited to Domino’s global headquarters, they want to know: Are you going to get to eat pizza? Will you bring us some? When the invitation from Domino’s landed in…
5 Features to Look for When Buying Your Next Pair of Wireless Earbuds
This is a sponsored post If you prefer earbuds to the over the ear style of headphones like I do, you know that not all are created equally. Besides high-quality sound that will deliver crisp sound when on calls or listening to music and Bluetooth capabilities so you can go completely wireless, here are 5…
Why CooperVision Biofinity Energys® Contact Lenses Are a Good Fit for My Digital Lifestyle
This post is sponsored by CooperVision® How many times a day do you think about your eyes and their health? If you’re like me, you spend half your waking hours looking at a screen but don’t think about your eyes unless there’s a problem or it’s time for a regular eye exam. I’ve worn contact lenses…
What You Need to Know When Buying a Gaming Laptop
This post is sponsored by Intel, but opinions expressed are my own With a new school year underway and a busy fall ahead, the holidays aren’t that far away. Savvy shoppers who like to get the most for their money know that deals can pop up at any time and now is the perfect time…
8 Reasons to Upgrade Your Bluetooth Speaker to a SoundBucket XL
This post is sponsored by Best Buy There’s a wide array of portable Bluetooth speakers on the market but not all are created equally, and you definitely get what you pay for. You could order a cheapo unknown brand from another E-tailer but buyer beware! The SoundBucket XL Waterproof Bluetooth Portable Speaker ($199 at Best…
