Smartphones

Mother's Day gift ideas for the techie mom

Kori Ellis — Thu, 02 May 2013 13:00:00 -0700

For the mom who wants to stay connected, play into her techie tendencies with one of these Mother's Day gift ideas.

Facebook has a new Home for Android users

Cristina Gibson — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 11:57:00 -0700

If you're a Facebook addict, there's a brand-new way to experience it for Android users that's more than an app. We've got all the details of Facebook Home.

How to save on tech gadgets

Nayri Leanna Gregor — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 08:09:00 -0700

Topping the list of life’s most dire necessities are smartphones, laptops and other high-tech gadgets, all ringing in at painfully high price points. Here are some tips to help you pay less.

Accessories for your gadget roundup

Brittney Willis — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 13:01:00 -0800

Want to keep your devices as up-to-date and fashionable as you are? We’ve pulled together a list of fabulous gadget accessories that will keep your electronics looking sleek all year long.

5 Apps that help you live like a celebrity

Christina Caldwell — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 00:01:00 -0800

Living like a celebrity is all about living the charmed life, which is easy when you have the right amenities at your disposal. But living a luxurious lifestyle as an average person is much easier when technology comes to life. These amazing apps help you manage your time, photos, lifestyle and more.

Top new smartphones for 2013

Kori Ellis — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 03:49:00 -0800

Are you in the market for a new cell phone? We have the scoop on the latest and greatest smartphones that will be released throughout the year.

Privacy-invading apps: How to keep kids safe on mobile devices

Guest Author — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 11:00:00 -0800

Those iPhone games that your kids play may be collecting more personal information about your kids than you think. According to a recent Federal Trade Commission reportmany mobile applications are collecting a lot more private information about young players than most parents would like.

Managing technology and family

Marva Soogrim — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 12:00:00 -0800

Technology can certainly be convenient, but it can also be a distraction too. Unfortunately in many families, parents and children are becoming more disconnected from each other than in years past due to calls, texts, emails, social media, video games and other technology.

Coolest apps for moms of 2012

Maria Mora — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 10:00:00 -0800

Need to level up in savvy parenting? We found an app for that. The 2012 top apps for moms make life just a little easier. Get help right in the palm of your hand.

Teens with smartphones: Are they really having more sex?

Sherri Kuhn — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 11:00:00 -0800

With so many teens owning smartphones, their online access is virtually 24/7 — and parents cannot possibly see or track their activities. A recent study suggested that teens that have smartphones are more likely to be engaged in risky sexual behaviors. Having a smartphone gives them easier ways to hook up with others for sex, but what can parents do?

Black Friday wireless deals

Kori Ellis — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 14:08:00 -0800

If you're looking for a new smartphone this holiday season, you're in luck. The major carriers are all offering special wireless deals on Black Friday. When shopping for a phone, keep in mind that most carriers require a two-year contract to get the sales price.

Wait what? You guys, Microsoft has a Windows Phone

Kat Robinson — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 17:17:00 -0800

Windows 8 launches to stellar reviews and might just convince the tech world it can finally compete with Apple and Droid.

Instagram and your teen: What you should know

Sherri Kuhn — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 11:00:00 -0700

What started as a simple way to share pictures from your iPhone has turned into a social network. Instagram has taken the web by storm, and not just amongst the soccer moms. Tweens and teens are posting pics to Instagram like crazy, following their friends and making comments. Sure, it’s fun — but the newest social craze may invade your teen’s privacy more than Facebook.

Are smartphones for kids a smart idea?

Ami Burns — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 08:00:00 -0700

It seems everyone has a smartphone these days, including young kids. Here are expert tips for deciding if your child should have a smartphone, and how to keep her safe if she gets one.

Childproof your phone

Michelle Maffei — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 11:00:00 -0700

Your child isn't ready to have free reign over your mobile phone, but telling your kiddo to keep his paws off your device isn't your only option when you learn how to childproof your phone. From restricting access with passwords to parental control apps that help you manage and monitor your phone, pick up these tips for making your smartphone safe to hand over to your youngsters.

Always in charge: how to keep your mobile devices charged up

Kat Hobza — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 01:29:00 -0700

What is worse than being in a text feud with someone and having your phone take a digger because the battery is dead? We have become so reliant on our smart phones' ability to check our e-mail, update our Facebook and tweet all at once. But it takes a lot of juice to have all that fun and convenience at your fingertips. Here are a few ways to extend the life of your cell phone battery.

Customers may groan over AT&T and Mobile Share

Kat Robinson — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 08:56:00 -0700

AT&T announces Mobile Share -- a new way for customers to bundle data usage across devices -- if they are willing to trade fees for convenience.

5 Must-have gadgets for 2012

Kori Ellis — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 18:00:00 -0700

Whether you're looking for a gaming console, smartphone or tablet computer, we have the rundown on the hottest technology. Check out these must-have gadgets for 2012.

Multi-tasking for new moms

Kat Hobza — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 06:59:00 -0700

If you are about to have a baby, you may worry about how you’re going to accomplish all that you are expected to accomplish now, but with a newborn! It is a common fear of new moms. Fear not! Women are inherent multi-taskers. We can not only perform several tasks at once, some of us make it look easy. Here are a few tips to get you started:

Your kids can text, but can they write?

Jen Klein — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 08:30:00 -0700

We are not the first generation of parents to deal with slang. Our parents -- even their parents -- experienced their children declaring their own ways to communicate with one another. Slang, as part of the ongoing evolution of language, is a completely normal occurence. Some of that slang will even make it into mainstream communication. What our parents didn't have to deal with, however, was "text speak" -- slang taken to the extreme in written communication.

Beyond the desktop & laptop: Web-enabled phones, tablets, netbooks

Whitney Coy — Sun, 01 May 2011 07:00:00 -0700

Gone are the days of needing a desktop or laptop computer to access the internet. Today we have smaller, portable devices that let us surf the web no matter where we are.