Over the summer our local Fox News station reported a 48% spike in grab and run thefts of cell phones over a two week period but in general, cell phone theft is on the rise and isn’t just confined to our Nation’s Capital. According to technology protection company, Asurion, $5 billion of stolen and lost…
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Apple iOS 7- You’re Ready But is Your Device?
Today is the day that Apple is releasing iOS 7 for certain generations of iPods, iPads, and iPhones and while this update promises to be a big visual shift from what we’re used to, there are some things that you need to do to prepare your device before you dive right into the software update….
TalkTo App: Texting Businesses for Responses is a Busy Parent’s Timesaving Lifesaver {sponsored}
Picking up the phone to call and ask a business a question is so last year thanks to the new TalkTo app that allows you to text a business a question and get a fast response. This free app for Android or iPhone puts and end to phone calls to stores to check to see…
Shopping For Your Child’s First Cell Phone? Factors to Consider & Ways to Protect It {sponsored}
One of the most common questions I’m asked by fellow parents is “What age should I get my kid a cellphone?” In all honesty, I’m not the right person to provide this answer. You are. You know your child best and since there are many factors to consider when getting your child their first smartphone,…
LifeProof nüüd Review: Screenless Technology Protects Smartphones from Daily Living Hazards (w. giveaway)
One of my summer must-haves to protect my iPhone has been my LifeProof frē case but it’s waterproof qualities that also keep it dirt and dust free are just as needed the rest of the year. As a fan of LifeProof products, I was excited to get my hands on the new LifeProof nüüd for iPhone 5…
Samsung Galaxy S4 Review: One of the Best Android Devices Tempts iPhone Users to Switch
The Samsung Galaxy S4 is Samsung’s latest flagship phone. It was a highly anticipated phone among the nerd-crowd as Samsung’s latest entry in the “who can beat the iPhone” contest. Is it an iPhone Killer? It’s up to you to decide but it’s easily among the best Android phones ever made and will make iPhone…
How to Protect Your Smartphone This Summer {sponsored}
Has your smartphone survived July? If so, congratulations! Did you know that July is the most dangerous month for cellphones followed closely by June and August. Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays are also the top three days of the week for reporting mobile phone loss, damage, and theft. Why? The warmer weather causes us to be…
Next Issue App: Tech Savvy Way to Read All of Your Favorite Magazines Digitally
One of my guilty pleasures is reading magazines on the plane when I travel but I don’t love how they add to the weight and bulk of my carry on. Up until now I’ve been saving my copies of the latest issues to enjoy in the air. I always have to leave some at home…
Guest Post: 6 Apps to Improve Smartphone Photos
The weather is warming up and the days are getting longer. Summer is at hand, and as we plan vacations, trips to the lake and fun family get-togethers, everyone wants to make the fun last as long as possible with photos. Posting these images on social media is also a wonderful way to stay in…
4 Great Gadgets for Father’s Day (and a reason to unplug)
Father’s Day is Sunday and if you’re racking your brain about what to get the guy in your life, it’s not too late to still pick up the perfect gift. If you feel like you need to have something in hand to give him on Sunday besides just a card, I have some suggestions of…
