I certainly love my gadgets to match. And in my last post about eBay I told you why I love finding accessories for my gadgets on the site. There is a huge selection, and they are reasonable. And, as you have probably noticed I have a pink obsession. This carries over into everything… pens, pencils,… Continue Reading
The Windows Experience Index Explained
As a total computer geek I like to use computers that are powerful. There are many different factors that go into making your computer efficient - the processor speed, the amount of RAM (memory), and the hard drive speed to name a few. I do a lot of multitasking so I ...
Logitech Wireless Desktop MK710 Review + Giveaway from UNEEDIT.com
The wireless keyboard and mouse that I had been using with my desktop computer was several years old. It still works, but not as well as it should. It had come to the point that I needed to reposition the large desktop receiver to be very close to the keyboard ...
HP DV6-6c35dx Entertainment PC with Beats by Dr. Dre Laptop Review
When I read the specs of this laptop my first thought was "Wow... now THAT is a powerhouse machine!" And it lives up to my expectations...mostly. The HP dv6 with Beats by Dr. Dre is certainly made to impress. This laptop is very stylish with a 15.6" screen, speaker *bar* ...
Samsung Rugby Smart Smartphone Giveaway from AT&T!
You just read my review of the Samsung Rugby Smart (and maybe watched the video). :) Did you think to yourself "Wow, that is a phone that I need!"? Is your phone outdated? Has it been damaged? Do some functions not work? Is anything taped together? Or do you just ...
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Why I Love eBay for Gadget Accessories
I am sure you have noticed by now that I am a gadget addict. I have been for quite a while. I have treated myself to a new gadget every now and then for a long time. Add to that the fact that my blog and business require me to review many gadgets and you… Continue Reading
Is Your Blog Reader Friendly?
From dates on posts to share buttons, chances are that you have been on someone’s blog and though “they need a ___ on this site.” There are many things that make a blog reader friendly. Try going to your own blog like you have never been there before. Check out the homepage, make sure that… Continue Reading
The Broken Glasses Curse
I seem to be cursed with breaking my glasses. Each time I have done it myself. I cannot blame my kids although I used to say that my main reason for buying inexpensive glasses was so that my kids would not grab them and break them. But, perhaps I was protecting myself from myself. The… Continue Reading
PlayStation Vita Launched Today + #PSVitaChi Preview Party Pics
I wrote before about the fact that I am lucky enough to be a part of the Playstation Family Ambassador program. We got a super early look at a demo unit of the PS Vita which launched today. It is an awesome handheld gaming unit that breaks the barriers between gaming on your handheld system… Continue Reading
AMD #STEMChat Game Based Learning Twitter Party Tonight
Gaming is HUGE right now. XBox, Playstation, Wii, and more. Games are what a lot of families do for fun or to connect. And did you know that gaming is a big way that kids can learn? My kids play several educational games which help them learn spelling, reading, and math. Have you been hesitant… Continue Reading
The Meal Guru for iPhone & iPad
Are you the type of person that likes to plan out all meals for the week? I’m not, but maybe I should be. There are many benefits to doing this. For one, it would certainly make grocery shopping easier. You would never have to think “Hmm… what will I make for dinner?” And as the… Continue Reading
Did You Know that Kids Can be Affected by Identity Theft?
Identity theft in some form affects tons and tons of people each year. But did you know that it can affect kids as well? And this is whether or not your child has a social security number. Child ID Theft happens when *shady characters* as I like to call them research and find either a… Continue Reading
When You Feel Like a Mom Blogging Stepchild
It is going to happen to most of us at some point… you hear about an amazing opp opening up applications. You apply. You cross your fingers. You get rejected. You watch your friends that were accepted talking about what a great time they are having doing _____. Usually, this does not bother most of… Continue Reading
Never Settle For Less: Get the Tax Refund You Deserve with H&R Block
With the economy the way it is right it is important to have a hold on your finances. But sometimes it is hard. Lots of people are on strict budgets and every penny helps. There are many people that I know, myself included, that have had a major life change and could definitely use the… Continue Reading
Impression 7″ Tablet Review
Tablets, tablets, tablets. Tablets are everywhere. What tablet should you get? How much should you spend? What features are you looking for? For most consumers, the basics is fine. They want to be able to check and send email, browse the web, or take notes during a meeting. And of course with the economy the… Continue Reading
Get the Photos Off Your Computer and Into a Mixbook for Valentine’s Day
Although we have been having extremely mild weather here in Chicago this winter some places are covered in snow. We usually are by this time of year. And we still have a ways to go according to Phil the Groundhog. It is early February so we still have the potential to be covered in snow… Continue Reading
Guest Post: Type. Think. Edit. Think. Post!
Oh the power of the internet… because of social media I have met and interacted with so many awesome, smart people. And I have made SO many new friends. One of those awesome friends is the fab Chris Curtis. I have had the pleasure of being a guest on Chris’s radio show, Tech Tuesday, a… Continue Reading
Trop50 Wants to Know Your Real Resolutions
As January comes to a close a lot of us are reflecting on how we are doing with our New Year Resolutions. Some of us (like me) may be getting a late start. January was a whirlwind of changes, emotions, and thoughts. I have spent a lot of time thinking, and a lot of time… Continue Reading
Get a New Laptop for Christmas? Dress it Up with a Nuo Tech Bag
I have mentioned before that I have an addiction to really nice laptop bags. They need to be beautiful, functional, and roomy. I also love phone cases, laptop sleeves, and tablet cases and sleeves. And if it all matches that is even better! But besides that it has to protect. After all, we pay a… Continue Reading
My Power Bag: Charge Your Gadgets in Your Bag
I am always talking about how important it is to have a great bag when attending conferences and such. The wrong bag is well… bad! Shoulder bags and computers and walking around all day don’t mix. You will end up with a sore shoulder. And another thing that I preach is having portable power. You do… Continue Reading
Android Battery Saving Tips
I got my Samsung Galaxy S2 Epic Touch in mid-December. I used it and I noticed right away that the battery life absolutely sucked. I mean it was horrible. It was worse than other Android phones that I have used. It was dying by 11 am or so each day, and it did not seem… Continue Reading
Gaming Anyone? Playstation Family is Ready to Game in 2012!
Sony Playstation has joined the ranks of some other companies and launched a mom blogger program designed to bring more awareness to the good versus bad benefits of gaming for families. I am a big advocate of the newer games. Games used to be bad, bad, bad. We sat on the couch for hours and ended up… Continue Reading
Emma.com – A New Marketplace for Moms
As a mother it is great to connect with other moms to exchange info, talk about the whoas of motherhood (yes.. there are some), get together for playdates, or even swap and sell baby items that we no longer need. The main problem with this is knowing who to trust. We all use the internet… Continue Reading
U.S. Senate, the Internet Does Not Need Censorship
I told a friend last night that I was not “going black” today because I tend to stay out of political issues. However, that does not mean that I don’t have something to say about it. We live in the United States. *Supposedly* one of the big deals about this is that we have free… Continue Reading
Subscribe to my FREE Tech Tip of the Day Newsletter
Technology is always evolving. And as it does there is always more to learn. I decided to start a newsletter to share one awesome technology related tip per day to expand your tech skills (and mine). This might include anything from iPhone to Android, or social media to blogging. Anything particular you want me… Continue Reading
Is it about to take flight?: HP DV7-2180US Fan Issue
Have you ever had a computer that sounds like an airplane gearing up for lift off? I have had an couple. My current one is my HP DV7-2180US. I purchased this laptop in July of 09, but the specs can still stand up against most new laptops out there today. It was not cheap either…. Continue Reading
Bipper bSafe Safety App Review
Earlier today my mom called to tell me about a couple of alarming things on the news. In one story, a man was attacked by 2 pit bulls while jogging through the park. The same park where I used to play as a kid. In another report, a young lady was brutally attacked by a… Continue Reading
Reflections from 2011
For me, 2011 was the year of many things. There were ups and downs, changes, revelations, and many things to be proud of. 2011 was the year of tech: But then again we could probably call every year in this century the year of tech in some way. For me personally, 2011 changed the way… Continue Reading
While You Were Out: My Girl’s Bedroom Redo
You may have noticed that I have been pretty scarce the past couple of weeks. There have been several things going on which I will update on soon. But mostly I was busy doing manual labor! A couple of months ago I came up with the BRILLIANT idea to redecorate my girl’s room while they were away… Continue Reading
smarTouch Gloves Giveaway Winner
The winner of of the smarTouch gloves is Natalie S!!! Congrats! Stay tuned for more winners announced for the other giveaways that ended right before Christmas. And there are more giveaways coming for the New Year! Check out: LittleTechGirlKris Cain is mom to 2 sets of twins, photography nut, gadget addict, web designer, and blogger… Continue Reading
Capture Family Memories with the New LG Nitro HD: A Camcorder in your Pocket
I am a total camera junkie. I love taking photos and I love shooting video. Since the invention of digital cameras I have loved that I can just take as many photos as I want or shoot as much video as I want and I am not wasting film! It is great. This is especially… Continue Reading
Houzz Ideabook: Mobile Office Must-Haves
If you like Pinterest and you like interior design, you will LOVE Houzz. OMG, I can spend way too long on the site looking at all of the photos. I have tagged a few that I really love for upcoming design projects that I hope to complete. I was asked to spice up the site… Continue Reading
Still Looking For Hard to Find Items for Christmas? Check eBay + Buying Tips
As Christmas inches closer and closer some parents find themselves realizing that the cool new toy that they noticed on the news a few months ago has suddenly blown up in popularity and by the time you realize that your kids want it, you may not be able to find one. Such is the case… Continue Reading
Does Your Work Area Show Your Inner Geek?
I have written before about the fact that I used to be an avid computer builder. I started it because I wanted to learn how to do it. And, at the time it was a lot more reasonable to build a computer than to go out and buy one. Over the years the prices of… Continue Reading