This is a sponsored post We already know there is an app for everything but in the era of smart products, Master Lock’s Bluetooth Smart Padlock ($49.99 for the indoor version, $59.99 for the outdoor one) may be a wise investment for those who need to be able to provide access to belongings in a…
Gadgets
2015 Gift Guide: Best Gifts for Frequent Fliers
I proudly carry my Star Alliance Gold card, my preferred airline’s Elite card, and the confidence that comes with TSA Precheck whenever I fly. I know the best places to stop in the airports to grab a quick and healthy bite to eat, know just what to pack to make travel a breeze whether going on…
Using Amazon Echo to Play Pranks on Your Sister (w giveaway!) #EchoHolidays
In our house, someone is always listening to our conversations and while it may sound creepy, we love that our Amazon Echo can hear us. Named Alexa, our Echo sits in our kitchen where she sits, listens, and awakens when she hears her name and responds to the commands that follow. She’s full of practical information…
Taking Your Internet on the Go with Verizon’s 4G LTE Jetpack by Netgear
I am a NETGEAR Ambassador and I received this product in exchange for my honest, unbiased opinion and review. The Verizon Jetpack 4G LTE Mobile Hotspot AC791L is a portable WiFi hotspot that connects your non-cellular devices to the Internet. Essentially, the Jetpack is a WiFi access point that uses the Verizon 4G LTE network…
Chronicling the Balance Between Work and Parenting During a Virtual Field Trip in the Desert
This post is sponsored by Corning® Gorilla® Glass Every parent works hard to balance the demands of parenting while keeping up with professional obligations and multitasking moms and dads everywhere need devices that can meet the daily challenges that life throws at us. As a full time working mom, my days are always divided. I enjoy…
Using AT&T SmartLimits Software to Monitor Your Tween’s Smartphone Usage
This is a sponsored post When giving your tween their own mobile phones, the AT&T SmartLimits application makes it easy to monitor and restrict their mobile device usage. Parents can setup and monitor usage on all of the kids’ phones from the parent phone directly, gaining insight into how much the phone is getting used, and who your…
Using the Adobe Creative Cloud Photography Plan to Step Up Your Photography Game
I’ve always loved to take pictures but two years ago stepped up my photo game when I found that Lightroom 5 came with my Samsung camera. Slowly but surely I’ve learned the ins and outs of Lightroom like how to organize photos upon import, the use of presets to make my shots even pop even…
Retale Location-Based Deals App Saves Time and Money When Shopping at Major National Retailers
There is something deeply satisfying about getting the best price possible but is it worth the time to do price comparison research at home before driving around to the different stores that offer the best deal? While some say yes, others say no. I love getting the most for my money but my time is…
Nest Thermostat Connects Your Home to Save You Money #BBYConnectedHome
If you’re thinking about making your home smarter thanks to connected home products, Nest is a good place to start because of the large ecosystem of smart home products that talk to Nest and the ease of setup. We’ve been considering a Nest thermostat for quite some time and have only heard positive things about…
Review: How the Samsung T1 SSD Has Become My Holy Grail of Portable Storage Solutions
One of my biggest challenges is disk space. I constantly feel like I live on the edge being just a camera upload away from filling up my hard drive yet again. So what do you do when you’ve archived nonessential files to the cloud and maxed out the drive in your laptop but still need…
